A cast-iron skillet is one of the most useful pieces of cookware and it is important to season it. You could use olive oil, but there is a less expensive way.

Sharon Lockley has over 20 years of experience as an editor and writer and has been contributing to Food & Wine since 2019. When it comes to searing a steak, making breakfast, or baking cornbread, ...

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.

The large cook surface, raised sides and outstanding heat retention of a cast iron griddle make it the ideal cooking tool. However, stuck-on food can be an issue. That’s why a cast iron griddle needs ...

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 ...

Season your cast-iron skillet by applying a thin layer of cooking oil and baking it at 450 degrees Fahrenheit for one hour. When food starts sticking or your pan looks matte, it's time to re-season ...