There’s nothing cast-iron cookware can’t do. It’s durable and affordable, is stovetop and oven compatible, has amazing heat retention, and even has some nonstick properties if you care for it ...

Think twice before you put that heirloom pan in the dishwasher!

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Don't you dare toss your cast iron pan in the dishwasher! This baby requires a simple, hands-on approach. (Getty Images) (Getty ...

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 ...

Because cleaning cast iron doesn’t have to be a workout.

Depending on whom you ask, cast iron is either a completely indestructible heirloom or the most high-maintenance tool in your ...

Dear Heloise: Now is the season to bring out the cast-iron cookware for camping. If your pans have developed a bad smell from various forms of seasoning, scrub the pan with a small amount of water and ...

Certainly, there are some food items and recipes you want to avoid cooking in a cast-iron skillet. Enameled cast iron, however, is unique, and cooks are fond of it for its versatility, which is all ...