Cast-iron cookware requires regular seasoning to create a protective, non-stick layer and prevent rust. To season a pan, apply a thin layer of a high oleic oil, like grapeseed oil, and bake it in the ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Cast-iron skillets are a classic, versatile cooking tool, and when properly cared for ...

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New to cast iron? Learn how to season, clean and restore your cookware with simple steps from a cooking editor who fixed her own cast‑iron mistakes.