Are you asking, “What size skillet do I need to make two steaks?” Or is it better to cook one at a time? If you’re planning to make two steaks, then obviously making them at the same time is what you want to do, if possible. However, is saving time worth risking a perfectly cooked … Read more
So, what does a well-seasoned skillet look like? You read and hear about having a well-seasoned skillet, but they often just say the words and don’t explain what they mean. I used to think it meant a glossy finish. And that it took years and years to have a well-seasoned skillet because that’s how long it … Read more
Have you ever asked why is cast iron cookware brittle? It’s true that one of the benefits of using cast iron is it’s durable and long-lasting. On the other hand, it’s also true that cast iron is brittle, meaning it can break. So it would be good to understand why and what you can do … Read more
Have you ever asked, “Why does cast iron make food taste better?” Maybe you’ve even wondered if it’s true or if it’s just a claim that some people make. Admittedly, this claim sounds subjective, and not everyone will agree. But, what if there is some science to back it up? Maybe food really does taste … Read more
Who else wants to know, “Why does kosher salt clean cast iron?” I can’t be the only one who has wondered how salt actually cleans the pan and why it has to be kosher salt instead of other types of salt. Or does it? Let’s find out. Why Does Kosher Salt Clean Cast Iron? In … Read more
Who else is wondering, “Why does cast iron need to be heated slowly?” I’m sure I’m not the only one who has heated their pan too quickly because they didn’t know it mattered. It’s actually quite common for people not to know. However, when your food doesn’t turn out the way you expect, you are … Read more
Do you want to know, “Why does food stick to my cast iron skillet?” You should note that pretty much everyone has faced this problem at one time or another. But if it is continually happening, or you’re new to cast iron, you might be confused. Especially if you’ve been told cast iron is nonstick. … Read more
Do you want to know, “How does cast iron get clean without soap?” Fortunately, many people now say it’s okay to use soap. Even Lodge Cast Iron says it’s okay. However, there are still many people who never use soap because that’s what they were taught or heard. Does not using soap somehow seem unsanitary? … Read more
Here’s a question that not everyone knows the answer to, “What does water do to cast iron?” And if you don’t know, you will probably do one of the things you shouldn’t do. For example, people who stay in vacation rentals and use cast iron cookware, if provided, will usually treat it like any other … Read more
Have you ever wanted to know, “Why does cast iron need to be dry?” It may seem strange because other cookware can stay wet. For example, you can soak Teflon or put stainless steel in the dishwasher. You can also leave them to air dry. Furthermore, doesn’t the seasoning protect the iron from coming in … Read more