These are some of the top cast iron skillets to add to your cookware collection, including pans from Lodge and Stargazer.

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Learn how to clean cast iron and what to avoid. Victoria Kotlyarchuk / Getty Images Our cast-iron skillets are prized ...

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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 ...

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 ...

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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 ...