How to Fix Your Rusty Cast Iron
After Hurricane Harvey’s flood waters receded, my cast-iron cookware was covered in rust. Is it a total loss?
—Amy F., Texas
THE SOLUTION:
A little surface rust...
How to Fix Sticky Cast-Iron
I just reseasoned my skillet, and the finish is sticky. How can I fix it?
—Janet M., Arkansas
THE SOLUTION:
It sounds like you used too much fat...
Easy Steps to Reseason Your Favorite Cast-Iron Cookware!
After many years of testing and cooking with cast iron, Jeff Rogers, The Culinary Fanatic, has developed a tried-and-true method for seasoning cast iron,...
How To Fix Gunky Cast Iron
I picked up some vintage iron at an estate sale, but they’re encrusted with burnt-on gunk. How can I remove it?
—Paul C., Tennessee
If you...
How To Fix Your Cracked Cast Iron
Help! My favorite skillet has developed a crack. Can it be fixed?
—Jeremy B., South Carolina
THE SOLUTION:
A cracked skillet can still be used for what...
4 Ways to Gift a Skillet
You’d be hard-pressed to find a better Christmas gift than a cast-iron skillet. But this present comes with one caveat—it can be challenging to...
Ask the Expert: Cleaning Your Grill Pan
Q: I HAVE A HARD TIME GETTING MY: CAST-IRON GRILL PAN CLEAN. WHAT’S THE BEST WAY TO DO IT?
A: If you’re like us, you’re...
Cast Iron Storage
Given its size, heft, and aversion to moisture, finding the perfect spot in your kitchen to store your cast iron can be tricky. Two...
A Cast Iron Q&A with Jeff Rogers
Jeff Rogers is a cast-iron enthusiast who lives outside Atlanta, Georgia. Here are a few dos and don'ts from the Culinary Fanatic himself.
What do...
Cleaning and Care
If you take the time to properly care for your beloved cast-iron cookware, it will reward you and your family with generations of loyal...