While this question may seem really strange, it actually has a lot of relevance when you own cast iron cookware. It boils (pun intended) down to the preservation of your cast iron pots and pans. Cast iron cookware is an investment and you will notice after a while, it will start to lose its luster. […]
Cast iron cookware is one of the most durable forms of cookware around. Antique dealers across the world frequently have cast iron pans that are 70 years old or more that still maintain a fantastic cooking surface. Cooking on cast iron is always nonstick as long as your pan is seasoned correctly. With the correct […]
Cast iron has been a reliable cooking surface for hundreds, if not thousands of years. However, as it is with lots of things today, people are questioning the health benefits of using cast iron. Sure, many years ago people using cast iron lived long and healthy lives, but that does not necessarily mean cooking with […]
With proper care, infrequent seasoning, and adequate storage, a cast iron skillet can last you a lifetime. Seasoning and storage are equally important to preserving cast iron. You need a protective patina and the right environment to prevent rust. We’ll be taking you through a look at how to store a cast iron skillet and […]
Pots, pans, and skillets made of cast iron that have been seasoned correctly, well-maintained and stored in the correct environment, can last a lifetime. Cast iron cookware is as close to indestructible as you can get. If you’re going to be moving or will be away from home for an extended period and want to […]
If your cast iron skillet has seen better days and is now covered in rust, don’t worry — we’ve put together a full guide on how to restore your trusty pan. Cast iron is extremely durable and can generally withstand a great deal of damage. Even the worst pans can be restored. It’s going to […]
All cast iron skillets need to be seasoned to protect the metal while granting you a totally nonstick cooking surface. Seasoning a skillet develops a protective patina which grows stronger as you re-season your pan infrequently. Even though most new cast iron skillets come with a certain degree of pre-seasoning, it is always far better […]
Cast iron cookware needs infrequent seasoning to guarantee that the metal is protected and to give you the characteristic nonstick cooking surface that you’re looking for. The first time that you season cast iron, we recommend that you bake your cookware twice after rubbing it down with oil each time. All cast iron cookware needs […]
Cast iron cookware has recently gained a new wave in popularity. Even though it’s a metal pot that’s been used for cooking for hundreds of years, its timeless efficiency has brought about a newfound enjoyment for home cooks. But along with this surge in popularity have come a few questions: Is buying that vintage rusty […]
For the purposes of answering this frequently asked question, we need to delve into the differences between regular “naked” cast iron (the black range) and the colorful enameled range. What is Cast Iron? Iron was discovered many years ago, as an excellent surface for cooking food. Your cast iron pot is 97% iron and a […]