How to Protect A Glass Top Stove from Cast Iron
Cast iron is a favorite among cooks because it has a high heat capacity, is naturally non-stick, and makes food taste great. Another cook favorite … Read more
How To Clean Your Cast Iron Cookware
If you are just looking for a reminder on cleaning your cast iron cookware:
- Scrap and rinse.
- Give it a light scrub with as little soap as possible.
- Dry it using an oven or a stove
- Lightly oil it
Read on for more details to make sure you get it right.
How to find the best cast iron griddle for your stove
Cast iron is ideal for griddles as it can withstand the high temperatures needed for griddling, grilling and searing. In this article I will help … Read more
The Best Carbon Steel Pan to Buy (7 Carbon Steel Skillet Reviews)
I’ve found that the De Buyer Mineral B Carbon Steel Frying Pan is the best option for versatile, everyday cooking in my home. After years … Read more
Best Carbon Steel Woks – The Conclusive Guide
If you are in a rush and want to cut to the chase I have recommendations based on your stove:
For gas stoves I recommend the Craft Wok Carbon Steel Pow Wok as the best round bottom carbon steel wok.
For electric and induction stoves I recommend the Souped up recipes Carbon Steel work as the best flat bottom carbon steel wok for electric and induction stoves
Best Cast Iron Cookware Sets
I value cast iron cookware for its superb heat retention, durability, and its capacity to endure extremely high temperatures. I recommend every household has at … Read more
Best Cast Iron Pots
No time to read everything and just want to know what the best cast iron pot is? I’d recommend the Legend 5 Quart Cast Iron Dutch Oven Multi Cooker. Do read the article, especially the size guide though.
Cast Iron Cooking and Care – A How To Guide
Cast iron is more work to clean, it can go rusty, and you need to season it. Why bother? It is good at cooking, especially … Read more
How To Restore Your Rusty Cast Iron Pans
If you want to skip the details and just find out how to restore your pan, I suggest:
- Scrub with detergents and abrasives
- Give it a vinegar bath
- Repeat 1 and 2 until rust is gone
- Season it
Read on for important details.
How To Season Cast Iron Cookware
If you know what you’re doing, and want a quick reminder:
- Wash and dry your pan
- Warm in oven
- Apply a super-thin layer of oil (ideally flaxseed)
- Heat the pan until it smokes
- Repeat 3- 5 times
Do please read on for some of the important details
