New to cast iron? Learn how to season, clean and restore your cookware with simple steps from a cooking editor who fixed her ...

A small amount of soap that doesn't contain lye is safe to use on a cast-iron skillet. Simple techniques for cleaning and storing cast iron will keep it in excellent condition. If there is rust or the ...

As every cast iron cookware owner knows, you need to periodically season it to keep it in top shape. Here's the right ...

Cast-iron skillets are staples in a Southern kitchen that must be treated with care—from baking cornbread to whipping up even a skillet brownie. This means learning how to season a cast-iron skillet ...

My heart breaks at the thought of all the neglected cast iron cookware out there, stacked on thrift store shelves or buried in kitchen cabinets, dreaming of being restored, seasoned, and back on the ...

Use soap on your cast iron. Seriously! For more tips on how to best restore, clean, and season cast-iron cookware, read more of Michael Sullivan’s advice on Wirecutter. Advertisement Advertisement ...

Many home cooks and chefs alike tout the benefits of cooking with cast iron. The cookware is durable and versatile, able to withstand high heat and create the perfect sear. It's also relatively easy ...

When my youngest daughter got into baking, I happily volunteered for dish duty as a way to encourage her. But as she got older — and better — more of the cleanup became her responsibility. And while I ...