Plenty of people use cooking oil to season their cast iron pots and pans, but is it really the best choice? Our expert has ...

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Cast iron pans are durable, sturdy, and known for needing a little TLC in the upkeep department. While cleaning your cast iron is important, the way you season it (aka heating thin layers of oil on ...

Caring for cast-iron pans, whether brand new or old, doesn't have to be intimidating. Learn how to season, clean and cook in ...

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 ...

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