“Drying is the most important step—moisture is cast iron’s only real enemy,” according to the Shafers. After washing, they ...

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It’s a great tool for any kitchen—with the right know-how.

Cast iron skillets are like a fine wine: they get better with age. These pieces of legacy cookware can do everything from sear steaks to bake upside-down fruit cakes. The best cast iron cookware is an ...

Cast iron fans know that the right skillet can be worth far more than its price tag, especially when testing pits more than 25 pans against each other to find the true standouts. From classic ...

Cast iron skillets are unusual. They’re a kitchen staple, but they’re also often misused. Unlike basically every other kitchen implement (most of which can pop right into the dishwasher or sink), cast ...

Cast-iron cookware has been around for so long that its origin is somewhat unclear. What we do know is that cast-iron cauldrons and kettles were first used for cooking in Asia more than 1,300 years ...