{"id":398801,"date":"2018-05-09T00:00:24","date_gmt":"2018-05-09T00:00:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?p=398801"},"modified":"2024-09-30T11:08:06","modified_gmt":"2024-09-30T16:08:06","slug":"heres-best-thing-can-cast-iron-skillet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/heres-best-thing-can-cast-iron-skillet\/","title":{"rendered":"Here’s the Best Thing You Can Do for Your Cast-Iron Skillet"},"content":{"rendered":"Cast iron is back! Twenty-first-century cooks have rediscovered the workhorse of Grandma's kitchen, and while the mysteries of seasoning cast iron<\/a> and safely cleaning it<\/a> are known, Grandma knew how to care for cast-iron skillets the best and easiest way. She used them\u2014a lot.\r\n\r\nShe didn't have to remove rust from them<\/a> because they were always on top of her stove or in her oven. Caring for cast-iron skillets was as easy as frying a batch of chicken or crisping up some bacon for breakfast. By doing so, she wasn't just showering affection on her family and friends; she'd be giving her skillets a little love as well. The frequent heating of oil in cast iron keeps the protecting seasoning intact, darkening to a beautiful black patina over prolonged use. With frequent use and proper care, your cast-iron skillet will be just as nonstick as any Teflon-coated skillet.\r\n\r\n \r\n

What to Cook in Your Cast-Iron Skillet<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nSo, in order to keep the skillet I inherited from my grandma at its best, I often cook these recipes in it. Each one helps restore its seasoning and keeps my skillet in tiptop shape.\r\n