Respect Your Grill Pan
Think grill pans are a nightmare to clean? Maybe it's time to rethink the way you use them.
By: Jeffrey B. Rogers
Rain or shine, sleet or...
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 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...
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...
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...
Tips for Respecting and Protecting Your Favorite Heirlooms
DO:
Use it often
The more you use your beloved cast-iron skillets, the more seasoned their finishes become. Be sure to clean your pans as soon...
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...
Cleaning Best Practices
When it comes to cleaning cast iron, there is one commandment: Respect the finish. Hot water is the best tool, combined with a gentle...
5 Things You Should Know About FINEX Cookware
Since it burst onto the scene in 2013, FINEX Cast Iron Cookware Co. has made a name for itself with a truly unique, modern...
How To Reseason Your 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,...