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Cast Iron: A Durable Value
Cast iron cookware is unquestionably the best
value in the kitchen.
With proper seasoning and good care, cast iron
cookware is great for most kinds of stovetop and
outdoor cooking as well as baking.
A word of caution—cast iron is not suitable for
―wet‖ foods (like sauces and soups)
or acidic foods. Reserve your cast iron pan for
meats, sautéing and baked goods.
Once you have seasoned your cast iron pan, don’t use soap to clean it. Simply rinse
and gently pat dry.
Advantages
Nonstick
Versatile –safe for most types of cooking and all heating sources
Disadvantages
Brands to Try
Heavy
Not suitable for soups, sauces or acidic foods as they will absorb iron
Lodge
Seasoning Your Cast Iron Pan
1. Clean your pan with soap and water, and rinse well.
2. Apply oil to the inside of the pan with a paper towel. Try coconut oil or
olive oil.
3. Put a couple sheets of aluminum foil on the rack under your pan to
catch any drips.
4. Bake the pan upside down in your oven at 350 degrees for one to two
hours.
Now, you’re ready to cook with your safe, non-stick cast iron pan! As you use the
pan, you may want to repeat the process.
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