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

Ever wondered what those pesky black specks are when you're cooking with your cast iron skillet? I did some digging and found ...

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 ...

“Cast-iron pans used to be made by hand,” says Mary Theisen, an enthusiast-turned-businesswoman who travels the country in search of rare and collectible cookware. In 2012, Thiesen founded a site ...

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 ...

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.

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.

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 ...

“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 ...

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