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

Cast iron has a reputation for being the best way to cook a number of foods in a variety of ways. The material is extremely versatile, meaning cast-iron skillets function equally well whether they are ...

Cast-iron cookware requires regular seasoning to create a protective, non-stick layer and prevent rust. To season a pan, apply a thin layer of a high oleic oil, like grapeseed oil, and bake it in the ...