That rusty cast iron skillet or pot is not a lost cause! Follow this handy tip for removing it that requires just a few pantry staples (and some elbow grease).

New to cast iron? Learn how to season, clean and restore your cookware with simple steps from a cooking editor who fixed her ...

Hint: you likely have a few of them in your kitchen already.

Thankfully, there is. By using your cast-iron skillet to caramelize onions, you'll pick up any bits left in the pan, and ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Cast-iron pans are a home chef's best friend—and for good reason. The hard-wearing, versatile pans can be ...

Q: I have a cast-iron skillet that I have been using for a few years. It has brown, rust-colored stains that don’t come off, no matter what I do. I’ve tried kosher salt and a small chain, soap, a ...

Those new to the art of cast iron cooking can easily be overwhelmed by its maintenance requirements. Is using soap OK? How often does it have to be seasoned? Are you really supposed to clean it with ...

For cast iron that “looks better” than the day you bought it.