For me, it’s my fire-engine red 12-inch Le Creuset cast-iron skillet. Since I acquired this powerhouse pan, it’s helped me whip up veggie-packed frittatas, pan-seared scallops, homemade rolls and ...

It can sometimes feel like cast iron is too fussy to be worth the hassle. In my years of cooking with a cast iron skillet, ...

Cast iron can become rusty when it's exposed to moisture for too long. Aleksandr Zubkov/Getty Images In many kitchens, a cast-iron skillet is an essential piece of cookware that can last for ...

Q: I have a cast-iron skillet that I have been using for a few years. It has brown, rust-colored stains that don’t come off, no matter what I do. I’ve tried kosher salt and a small chain, soap, a ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Before you follow these simple step-by-step cleaning instructions, remember to "never soak a cast iron ...

A well-seasoned cast iron skillet is a must have item in every home cook’s kitchen, and with proper care your cast iron skillet can last a lifetime. But what happens when you notice rust on your cast ...

Those new to the art of cast iron cooking can easily be overwhelmed by its maintenance requirements. Is using soap OK? How often does it have to be seasoned? Are you really supposed to clean it with ...