For me, it’s my fire-engine red 12-inch Le Creuset cast-iron skillet. Since I acquired this powerhouse pan, it’s helped me whip up veggie-packed frittatas, pan-seared scallops, homemade rolls and ...

Don't you dare toss your cast iron pan in the dishwasher! This baby requires a simple, hands-on approach. (Getty Images) Cast iron pans are a chef's not-so-secret weapon. They're a go-to for cooking ...

Stop ruining your cast-iron skillet and learn how to clean it properly with something you already have at home.

Cleaning a cast iron skillet can feel intimidating — what if you strip away the seasoning? What if you ruin it forever? But skipping proper cleanup can lead to worse issues: sticky residue, stubborn ...

Marla Mock of Molly Maid says sprinkling salt on your cast iron pan is the magic (and incredibly cheap!) trick you never knew about. The amount of salt you use is only a few cents worth. “You should ...

Harsh soap can strip you cast-iron of its slick surface. This kitchen staple lifts even the stickiest stains without doing any damage. David Watsky Senior Editor / Home and Kitchen David lives in ...

If traditional wisdom has scared you away from using any kind of soap on your beloved cast iron cookware, you’re not alone. We’ve all heard the warnings. Historically, most soap was made with lye, a ...

There are a lot of opinions and “rules” when it comes to cleaning cast iron skillets. Don’t ever use soap! Just a little bit of hot water is all you’ll ever need! Use a potato! Of course, everyone has ...

As with many cooking dilemmas, there is more than one school of thought about what to cook first in a cast iron pan, but we have an all-rounder suggestion.