All products featured on Bon Appétit are independently selected by Bon Appétit editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, Condé Nast may earn an affiliate commission. Photo by ...

When seasoning cast-iron pieces, go for neutral oils with high smoke points, such as vegetable, canola, or grapeseed oil.

Dear Heloise: Now is the season to bring out the cast-iron cookware for camping. If your pans have developed a bad smell from various forms of seasoning, scrub the pan with a small amount of water and ...

If you only keep a few pots and pans in your kitchen, make sure at least one of them is cast iron. The versatility of cast ...

We independently review everything we recommend. We may get paid to link out to retailer sites, and when you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Maki Yazawa Maki Yazawa is ...

Cast iron skillets are an essential item for countless home cooks. In comparison to some modern cookware, cast iron offers excellent heat distribution and retention and can last for decades. It also ...

Cast-iron skillets are heavy-duty kitchen heroes, but they only perform at their best if properly cared for. Once you know how to season a cast-iron skillet (or Dutch oven, or griddle pan)—and how to ...