Q: I have a cast-iron skillet that I have been using for a few years. It has brown, rust-colored stains that don’t come off, no matter what I do. I’ve tried kosher salt and a small chain, soap, a ...

We don’t like to play favorites, but our cast iron pan is our number one go-to in the kitchen. Why? It conducts heat like nobody’s business, cooks all of your favorite recipes and basically lasts ...

Cast iron pans are one of the most versatile cooking instruments. They can handle anything from frying chicken to searing a juicy steak — you can even use a cast iron skillet to bake your next ...

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Don’t be afraid of damaging a cast iron skillet and let that prevent you from using such a timeless kitchen accessory. Use these expert tips about how to clean a cast iron skillet, so you can cook ...

Cast iron pans are a popular choice for cooking all sorts of dishes. They're brilliant for searing meat, and because they retain heat so well, they cook food more evenly than stainless steel pans as ...

As one of the most popular types of cookware, cast iron is a staple in professional and home and kitchens alike. The heavy-duty pans conduct heat thoroughly and retain it even better, making them ...

Seasoning your cast iron cookware is an important step. Sounds strange and complicated, but it’s a simple process to help make cast iron nonstick and rust-resistant. That’s pretty important when ...