Learn everything you need to know about seasoning — i.e. one of the most crucial elements of a cast iron ownership.

According to the United States Department of Agriculture, rust is not food-safe and shouldn't be ingested. That said, it's unlikely that a lightly rusted cast-iron skillet will harm you. When cooking ...

A cast iron skillet isn't just cookware — it's a rite of passage. This kitchen workhorse can transform steaks into masterpieces and cornbread into Southern gold, but it's not exactly foolproof. Treat ...

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Rai Mincey is a food writer and baking enthusiast whose focuses include culinary history, seasonal cooking, and Southern cuisine. She splits her time between Birmingham, Alabama, and Tulum, Mexico.