Simple cast iron rust fixes you can do at home.

Q: I have a cast-iron skillet that I have been using for a few years. It has brown, rust-colored stains that don’t come off, no matter what I do. I’ve tried kosher salt and a small chain, soap, a ...

Key Points Remove rust with steel wool, vinegar soaks, baking soda paste, or coarse salt scrubs.Prevent rust by cleaning cast iron right after cooking, drying it thoroughly, and oiling it every ...

Hint: you likely have a few of them in your kitchen already.

We don’t like to play favorites, but our cast iron pan is our number one go-to in the kitchen. Why? It conducts heat like nobody’s business, cooks all of your favorite recipes and basically lasts ...

It’s a great tool for any kitchen—with the right know-how.

One of the many reasons cast iron pans are amazing is because, when properly cared for, they can last for a lifetime. But if there’s one drawback to this kitchen workhorse, it’s that it can easily ...

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