Cast Iron Cookware

Cast iron cookware has been a part of families north, south, east and west for centuries. Some families pass down and/or inherit cast iron from generation to generation.  There is no need for your favored cast iron skillet or sauce pan to ever lose its sheen or its super nonstick powers. 

Protective Your Cookware

Protecting cast iron from rusting is easy. The first few times you use your cookware, spray them with a non-stick spray, add oil and cook. When cleaning the cookware, never use soap. Scrub, rinse, dry well and oil pan with a vegetable oil that would become rancid. Store in a dry area. It's iron - it will rust if wet! 

If you have to season the cookware again - no problem.  Bringing back its luster is as easy as a scrub, oil, and bake. Here's how to season your cast-iron skillet.

How To Season Your Cast-iron Skillet in Five Steps

1. Scrub skillet well in hot soapy water.
2. Dry thoroughly.
3. Spread with non-stick spray
4. Spread a thin layer of  vegetable oil over the skillet.
5. Place it upside down on a middle oven rack at 375°. (Place foil on a lower rack to catch drips.)
6. Bake 1 hour; let cool in the oven.

Cast iron cookware is great for cooking indoors and out. Pans will last for years. Any food can be cooked in cast iron from eggs to bake goods like corn bread. Cast iron is not just for frying or camping.