We put 15 cast iron skillets through multiple rounds of testing to see which ones would come out on top. Like a hammer, a quality mattress, and at least one comfortable place to sit and read (no, not the toilet), a cast iron skillet is one of those things just about every home needs. Cast iron …
All About Cast Iron Skillets
The cast iron skillet is an equipment essential that shines when it comes to high-heat cooking, like searing steaks or charring vegetables, but it's so much more versatile than that—you can use cast iron to sauté, bake bread, or even cook eggs with no risk of sticking, provided it's well seasoned. And despite the myths, it's super resilient, easy to season, and easy to care for. Here's everything you need to know about the pan, from buying to seasoning and even what to cook in it.
Buying a Cast Iron Skillet
Caring For a Cast Iron Skillet
Mythbusting
Are cast iron skillets nonstick? Can you wash cast iron with soap? And more quandaries, explained. If you haven't noticed, I'm a big fan of cast iron. When I packed up my apartment last spring and had to live for a full month with only two pans in my kitchen, you can bet your butt that the first one …
What to Cook
Chicken dinners, super sweet desserts, and cozy entrees all made in a single pan. If you're only going to own a few pans, a trusty cast iron skillet should be one of them. Heavy-duty and versatile, it can be used on the stovetop, in the oven, or on the grill. And despite the myths, it's …