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Does Acidic Food Taste Bad When Cooked in Cast Iron?

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Have you heard that cooking acidic foods in cast iron will cause the food to take on a metallic flavor? How and why would that happen? If your cast iron is seasoned, the iron should not come in contact with the food. And if the iron doesn’t touch the food, how can it change the … Read more

Lodge 12-Inch Cast Iron Skillet Review – Rated Best Overall

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One of my favorite cast iron pans is my Lodge 12-inch skillet. Therefore, I decided to do a review on it. I think you will agree it’s a great pan after reading about it. So let’s dive right in! Lodge 12-Inch Cast Iron Skillet Review I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates … Read more

Lodge 12-Inch Cast Iron Lid Review – Do You Need One?

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Welcome to my Lodge 12-inch cast iron lid review. Have you considered getting a cast iron lid but aren’t sure if it’s necessary? You have some uses in mind but have also heard that a glass lid will do as well. What are the questions people ask, and what are they saying about this product? … Read more

What is Cast Iron Cookware? – The Science of How It is Made

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Have you ever wondered, “What is cast iron cookware? How is it made?” You can probably guess it’s cookware made out of iron, but why is it called cast iron? These are good questions and ones we will explore for the next few minutes. There is some science involved so let’s get ready to learn. … Read more

The History of Cast Iron Cookware – From China to America

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Cast iron has been around for centuries, but iron was a useful product for making many things before it was cast iron. Iron is first mentioned in the Bible in Genesis 4:22, before the flood. A man named Tubal-cain was a forger of all implements of bronze and iron. He was the first blacksmith, and … Read more

Lodge Cast Iron vs. Cuisinart Stainless Steel Wok – Which is Better?

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I have two woks: a Lodge cast iron and a Cuisinart stainless steel. And I used to have carbon steel. Carbon steel is still the most common type of wok, but cast iron has recently gained popularity. And not too long ago, I heard Tak from Wok With Tak say in one of his videos … Read more

Is Cast Iron Indestructible? – 6 Things to Consider

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Have you heard that cast iron is indestructible? That it will last forever? Usually, I read and have probably said that it’s virtually indestructible. But what does virtually indestructible mean? Virtually means nearly or almost. Consequently, if cast iron is almost indestructible, it can be destroyed, even if unlikely. So, what are these things that … Read more

Do You Get Iron from Cast Iron Pans – How Much?

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Do you get iron from cooking in cast iron pans, or is it a myth? Yes, you can get iron from cast iron pans, but whether the amount is significant or not is not clearly answered. Some say you get a significant amount from cooking in cast iron and site a 1986 study done by … Read more

What’s Cooking in My Cast Iron Wok? – Vegetable Stir Fry

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Welcome to the “What’s cooking in my cast iron wok?” series. This is a series of recipes I make in my wok. I am still new to this, so I will share the good and the bad. Hopefully, I will have more good than bad and can give you ideas on dishes to make. I … Read more

Lint-free Towel For Cast Iron – A Mr. Siga Microfiber Cleaning Cloth Review

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Welcome to my Mr. Siga microfiber cleaning cloth review. Having a lint-free towel or rag to use on cast iron is essential (unless you prefer paper towels). There is nothing worse than seeing tiny pieces of lint on your pan after drying or coating it with oil. You probably know what I’m talking about. Lint … Read more