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Whether you're a home cook or an experienced chef, one of the best tools to keep on hand in the kitchen is a cast-iron skillet. Knowing how to season your cast-iron skillet in the oven will ensure it ...

Buying cast iron pans at a thrift store can nab you a good deal. However, the cookware may be in poor condition. Remove rust ...

*Have you ever wondered about those unsightly black residues on your beloved cast-iron skillet? While they may not be harmful, they certainly detract from its appeal. You might have even noticed tiny ...

"Food sticks more to uneven surfaces," says Katie Muscarella, co-founder and managing partner of Field Company, makers of ...

Cast iron pans are essential in the kitchen, but cleaning them can be a daunting task. Fear not! We have step-by-step instructions with pictures to guide you.

If traditional wisdom has scared you away from using any kind of soap on your beloved cast iron cookware, you’re not alone. We’ve all heard the warnings. Historically, most soap was made with lye, a ...

Certain foods can seriously damage the surface of this classic cookware. Here's what not to cook in a cast-iron pan.

Rai Mincey is a food writer and baking enthusiast whose focuses include culinary history, seasonal cooking, and Southern cuisine. She splits her time between Birmingham, Alabama, and Tulum, Mexico.