What we liked: Vollrath pans are lightweight ... What we liked: Lodge's cast iron skillets are one of our most frequently recommended pieces of cookware, and they’re so reasonably priced ...

We asked Southerners what foods they do not cook in a cast-iron skillet. Aside from "nothing," the other answers might ...

Just like aluminum pots, cast iron skillets are one of those kitchen tools that need a little TLC to get the most out of them ...

Wash the Skillet with Warm Soapy Water and Dry Well: While using soap on cast iron was frowned upon for years, it is, in fact ...

Whether you’re a well-seasoned vet or a total newbie, Saskia Kemsley has cast her net into the abyss of patinaed cookware to determine the best of the bunch. Griddle up! The Standard's ...

Whatever you do, resist the urge to soak your dirty cast iron or run it through the dishwasher. For really stuck-on bits, a simple pantry staple will have your skillet looking better than new.

The answer, often yes, comes from an unlikely source: Smithey Ironware in North Charleston, South Carolina, a company better known for its high-end line of cast-iron and carbon-steel cookware.

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“You should always clean your cast iron skillet after every use,” she says. “First, rinse the skillet with warm water, then take a sponge or stiff brush to scrub and remove any food crumb ...