The Best Way To Clean Cast Iron, According To Bobby Flay

Cast iron pans are well-loved by those that use them, but cleaning them isn't as straightforward as other types of cookware.
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Forget Vegetable Oil: Use This Fat To Season Your Cast-Iron Skillet

Every good cook should have a cast-iron skillet and should season it regularly. Rather than vegetable oil, there is a a fat that you should use.
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I Thought I Was Using Cast Iron Right—Until An Expert Told Me Otherwise

Unfortunately, this dated myth has an iron grip on the kitchen community. It came from a time when soap contained lye, a highly alkaline chemical found in soap known for stripping away oil, grime, and ...
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10 Mistakes To Avoid With Your Cast-Iron Skillet

Cast iron is one of the most beloved and misunderstood of all the metals used for cooking. The metal is long-lasting, retains heat well, and forms a non-stick surface when seasoned properly. It also ...
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The 8 best cast iron skillets designed to last a lifetime

A cast iron skillet is durable enough to be a lifelong presence in your kitchen, so choose wisely. The post The 8 Best Cast ...
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Cast Iron Isn’t Indestructible. Here’s How to Protect It While Grilling.

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Maki Yazawa Maki Yazawa uses her professional culinary experience to ...
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Ikea finally brought a cult cast iron favorite to the US

The Swedish furniture giant's new collection is small but mighty — and the star of the show has already earned a devoted ...
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Thinking About Buying Secondhand Vintage Cast Iron? Read This First.

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Maki Yazawa Maki Yazawa uses her professional culinary experience to ...
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A step toward cleaner iron extraction using electricity

Iron and its alloys, such as steel and cast iron, dominate the modern world, and there’s growing demand for iron-derived products. Traditionally, blast furnaces transform iron ore into purified ...