Don't you dare toss your cast iron pan in the dishwasher! This baby requires a simple, hands-on approach. (Getty Images) Cast iron pans are a chef's not-so-secret weapon. They're a go-to for cooking ...

Given that we use our irons on clean clothing and only fill it with plain water many of us do not think to give them a clean. But when left untouched, these appliances quickly succumb to limescale ...

For me, it’s my fire-engine red 12-inch Le Creuset cast-iron skillet. Since I acquired this powerhouse pan, it’s helped me whip up veggie-packed frittatas, pan-seared scallops, homemade rolls and ...

Sometimes the things that help us look our best actually need cleaning themselves. Take irons, for example. When they get clogged from the mineral residue left behind from water, they can splatter ...

If traditional wisdom has scared you away from using any kind of soap on your beloved cast iron cookware, you’re not alone. We’ve all heard the warnings. Historically, most soap was made with lye, a ...

As one of the most popular types of cookware, cast iron is a staple in professional and home and kitchens alike. The heavy-duty pans conduct heat thoroughly and retain it even better, making them ...

Cast iron has a reputation for being the best way to cook a number of foods in a variety of ways. The material is extremely versatile, meaning cast-iron skillets function equally well whether they are ...

If I were allowed one piece of cookware on a desert island, I’d choose a cast-iron skillet. It can almost do it all: bake cornbread or cakes, roast vegetables, sear steaks or fry chicken. But it does ...

Women's Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Why Trust Us? Now, to anyone who isn’t familiar with cast iron, that may not seem like a ...

An expert shares her best tips for cleaning and maintaining your iron. Whether you use your iron every day or once a year (raises hand), it's important to clean it out properly. There's nothing worse ...