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13 cast-iron cooking mistakes

You don’t understand seasoning You know all that talk about “seasoning” a cast-iron skillet? It’s not just talk. Seasoning refers to a layer of polymerized oil that has been baked onto the surface.
Here's a tip that helps with cooking and cleanup: Before braising in the oven, cover the pot of your Dutch oven with a sheet of aluminum foil and then put the lid on. This tactic tightens the seal ...
Acidic foods, fish, skillet brownies, and more make the list of what not to cook in a cast-iron pan. Learn why.
Cast iron cookware is a timeless kitchen staple; it's the kind of cookware that your grandparents swore by, and for good reason. While it might not have the sleek look of those shiny, modern non-stick ...
While a cast-iron skillet is our go-to pick for many foods, there are a few things you might want to avoid cooking in cast-iron. Whether you never cook these things in your cast-iron skillet or do it ...
In a world of built-in obsolescence and disposable goods, the longevity of cast iron cookware is a welcome departure from the norm. One of the myriad charms of cast iron cookware is its ability to ...