Cast iron cookware is notoriously hard to clean, which is why every chef we spoke with recommended the Lodge Pan Scrapers and Lodge Scrubbing Pad to remove charred and stuck-on food.

If you encounter structural issues, on the other hand, they're more of a reason to pass. Here's what (and how) to check ...

Ah, the kitchen! The heart of the home, where delicious meals are whipped up, memories are made, and occasionally, things get ...

"The good news is that you don't have to fully reseason your cast iron to fix it. Start by giving your skillet a good scrub, ...

Cast-iron cookware can withstand a great deal of clanking and scraping, but some ingredients will damage the surface. I asked a chef about which foods to avoid when cooking with cast iron. David lives ...

We’ve long been fans of using cast-iron cookware, and that passion has fueled a wide range of investigations by our team on the subject. We’ve also naturally spent a lot of time cooking and using pans ...

Cast iron cookware is truly the workhorse of the kitchen, and as a basic staple for many households, cast iron pots and pans often fall victim to stubborn buildup, carbonized food bits, and caked-on ...

Julia Child may have popularized the French kitchenware brand's products but these days, Le Creuset is used by stars like Meghan Markle, Eva Longoria and Leslie Bibb By Tim Chan If you purchase an ...

There is perhaps no everyday staple more misunderstood than cast iron. True, few things can sear like a properly preheated skillet. And yes, cast-iron pans make for sentimental hand-me-downs — or, at ...

Many brands claim to have safer chemical coatings on their pots and pans. But can you trust what’s on the label? By Michelle Toh If you’re looking for a new pot or frying pan these days, prepare to ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Earlier this month, amid health concerns, Dolly Parton posted a ...