I thought I was building seasoning — actually, I was ruining my cast iron.

A small amount of soap that doesn’t contain lye is safe to use on a cast-iron skillet. Simple techniques for cleaning and storing cast iron will keep it in excellent condition. If there is rust or the ...

Because cleaning cast iron doesn’t have to be a workout.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." However, over the last decade or so, home cooks everywhere have rediscovered the many benefits of ...

Rai Mincey is a food writer and baking enthusiast whose focuses include culinary history, seasonal cooking, and Southern cuisine. She splits her time between Birmingham, Alabama, and Tulum, Mexico.

Hint: you likely have a few of them in your kitchen already.

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 ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Cast-iron skillets are a classic, versatile cooking tool, and when properly cared for, they can last you ...

Chances are, you may have a cast-iron skillet you inherited from your grandparents collecting dust and rust in your cupboard. Or perhaps you are a cast-iron aficionado and have a collection of ...