Plus, we asked experts how to keep rust away and ensure the pans stay nonstick ...

Because cleaning cast iron doesn’t have to be a workout.

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 ...

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 ...

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Coarse salt is a simple, effective way to deep clean cast iron and remove stuck-on food or grime. Experts recommend using salt ...

Priyanka Shahane is a writer for Food & Wine, specializing in kitchenware product reviews. She has over 12 years of experience writing and editing, plus over 20 years of cooking and baking experience.

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