Among collectors, conversations about cast iron have a way of getting sentimental, and they often land in the same place: craftsmanship. “Cast-iron pans used to be made by hand,” says Mary Theisen, an ...
Whatever you do, resist the urge to soak your dirty cast iron or run it through the dishwasher. For really stuck-on bits, a simple pantry staple will have your skillet looking better than new.