Cast Iron Care

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...

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...

When it comes to caring for our beloved heirlooms, everyone has their own special techniques, passed down from adamant grandmothers. We quizzed Facebook (via...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...