"Cooking these foods in neglected cast iron can lead to a metallic taste in the food. If the pan is well seasoned and cleaned out after each use, it isn't a problem." To be safe, cook bacon in ...

When it comes to timeless kitchen essentials, few items hold a candle to the mighty cast iron pan. Known for their exceptional heat retention, unmatched versatility and ability to develop a seasoned ...

Thankfully, everyone seems to agree on what not to do, at least -- you can't treat your skillet like any other kitchen pan. Whatever you do, resist the urge to soak your dirty cast iron or run it ...

There are, after all, several types — cast ... cast iron and stainless steel — they are not meant to last forever. But after years of cooking in my own kitchen, many with this pan — as ...

A classic never goes out of style. I’ve always considered the cast iron pan to be the little black dress of the culinary world. It’s classic, works for (almost) everything, and never ceases to ...

This pan scraper from Epicurean is made of the same ... and the material is gentle on cooking surfaces. Now that my cast iron skillets have built up a nonstick patina, it’s important to clean ...

Le Creuset is the most famous example of an enameled cast iron pan, but other companies make them, including Lodge, KitchenAid and Staub. In many ways, it's an improvement on the classic non ...

Le Creuset recently introduced its Signature Petal Braiser, a new flower-shaped cast iron pan with spring in mind. Its adorable petal-shaped lid is a fun addition to your kitchenware, and a nice ...