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13 cast-iron cooking mistakes

Cast iron can be fickle. Here are some cast-iron cooking mistakes and habits to avoid when you're cooking. The cast-iron skillet is the workhorse of many a dedicated home cook, and for good reason.
Cast iron provides exceptional heat distribution and a baked-in flavor. However, some foods are better prepared in a cast-iron skillet than others. Here are the very best foods to cook in cast iron.
Acidic foods, fish, skillet brownies, and more make the list of what not to cook in a cast-iron pan. Learn why.
Stop ruining your cast-iron skillet and learn how to clean it properly with something you already have at home.