Cleaning a cast iron skillet can feel intimidating — what if you strip away the seasoning? What if you ruin it forever? But ...

"When storing your Cast Iron we would recommend a dry cupboard away from steam ... apply a thin layer of oil and bake at 400°F for an hour to restore the seasoning," John advises.

Here are a few common problems cast-iron pans might have, and the easy ways to fix them (with a ... scour any loose edges or flaky parts of the seasoning away, wash the pan thoroughly with soap ...