The most important thing to remember about cast iron is that it can’t go in the dishwasher or stay in a sinkful of water overnight, as it will rust. (All is not lost if it does—we offer some ...

This is both Iron Chef Cora’s and Chef Ibrahim’s top pick when it comes to cast iron. The sturdy Lodge brand has been cooking since 1896, and the best part is that they can be easily found on ...

Cast iron skillets are probably the most popular form of this cookware, but cast iron is also used to make pots, griddles, cake pans, pizza sheets, and more. Can be used for cooking and serving.