Cast-Iron Skillets: Tutorials, Guides, Care & Recipes

Here’s everything you need to know about owning a cast-iron skillet.

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    Muffuletta Frittata

    I'm a sucker for Italian sub sandwiches and olives. I wanted those flavors but in a low-carb dish, so I...


    Prosciutto Dutch Baby

    This delicious savory Dutch baby is perfect for a brunch or quick weeknight lunch or dinner. Similar to a popover,...


    Redeye Gravy

    A Southern diner staple sauce for biscuits and ham, redeye gravy is made using only two ingredients and a skillet.


    Chili Verde Esquites (Mexican Corn Salad)

    Chili verde sausages add a wallop of flavor in my version of esquites, a kicked-up Mexican corn salad. We leave...


    Yuca Frita con Mojo

    Who doesn’t love something fried? That’s how I first got turned on to yuca, and now I cook it regularly....


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    How to Clean a Cast Iron Skillet

    Can you use soap on cast iron? We break down just how to clean a cast iron skillet and address...



    Vegetable Tian

    1 review

    This colorful, hearty and delicious dish originated in Provence, France. A mandoline makes easy work of slicing all the vegetables...

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    Focaccia

    7 reviews

    This homemade, no-knead focaccia recipe is foolproof, because bakers of all skill levels deserve a crusty, spongy loaf of fresh...


    Tandoori Masala Chicken Sandwiches

    This recipe combines spices from my Indian roots with a modern twist. If you want to add some extra heat...


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    How to Cook Steak in a Cast-Iron Skillet

    You don't need to visit a fancy restaurant to enjoy a tender, juicy steak. You just need to know how...


    The Best Cast Iron Skillets Under $50

    What's not to love about cast iron pans?! Virtually nothing... except the price. But don't worry! We've researched budget-friendly options...


    This Lodge Cast-Iron Skillet Has Over 130,000 Positive Reviews

    The beloved Lodge cast-iron skillet has tons of glowing reviews on Amazon. Here's why shoppers can't get enough.


    Roasted Smashed Potatoes with Artichokes

    1 review

    I'm not a big fan of artichokes, but they are a nice addition to this roasted smashed potatoes recipe. Keep...


    Five-Cheese Fonduta

    2 reviews

    If melted cheese isn’t one of the most mouthwatering foods of all time, I don't know what is! Substitute your...


    Spiced Apple Muffin Bread

    3 reviews

    Instead of sprinkling with cinnamon sugar before baking, you could also add your favorite streusel topping to make this bread...


    Cheddar Corn Pudding with Bacon

    This cheddar-corn pudding can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight. Just remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. —Lynn...

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    Loaded Mac and Cheese

    7 reviews

    Crispy bacon and a rich beer and cheese sauce make this loaded mac and cheese recipe one of our all-time...


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    The Best Cast Iron Scrubbers, According to Our Test Kitchen

    When your cast-iron pans need some heavy-duty cleaning, reach for one of these cast iron scrubbers to remove cooked-on food...


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    10 Products That Can Clean Your Cast Iron—Fast!

    Your cast iron can last for over 100 years—if you treat it right. To help save your skillet, we've rounded...


    Corn Pone

    5 reviews

    Corn pone is an old-fashioned Southern recipe that seemingly never goes out of style. We suspect it has something to...


    Indonesian Bananas Foster

    When I ate bananas Foster the first time, it reminded me of this dish. The concept is the same—sliced bananas...


    Cast-Iron Loaded Breakfast Biscuits

    1 review

    These biscuits are full of hearty breakfast ingredients like eggs, bacon, mushrooms and cheese! They are perfect to bake up...

    Chocolate-Stuffed Peanut Butter Skillet Cookie

    2 reviews

    A surprise chocolate filling makes this peanut butter chocolate skillet cookie extra delicious! Serve warm from the oven with a...


    Turtle Skillet

    This caramel-chocolate dip with buttery biscuit dippers is delicious! You can use refrigerated croissants instead of biscuits for a flakier...


    Muffuletta Wellingtons

    This recipe is inspired by the muffuletta, a sandwich originating in New Orleans that's made with deli meat and olive...


    Cast-Iron White Chocolate Tart

    This decadent dessert is worth every calorie. If you aren't a fan of citrus, leave out the orange flavoring and...


    Ghost Pepper Popcorn Cornbread

    1 review

    I love popcorn and lots of spice and heat. Recently, I have been dabbling with ghost peppers and came up...


    Granny’s Apple Scalloped Potatoes

    6 reviews

    This scalloped potatoes with apples dish is delicious with baked breaded pork chops, which you could cook at the same...