Cast iron vs. carbon steel: What’s the difference, and which is best for cooking?

The best cast iron skillets can sear steaks, bake pizzas, and crisp chicken skin to perfection. But it’s not the only type of ...
The Washington Post

Carbon steel pans are a lighter, more responsive cast iron alternative

As much as I love cast iron cookware, I have to admit that it has its downfalls. First, it’s heavy. Second, it’s often wanting in terms of its nonstick capabilities. Lastly, cast iron is slow to heat ...
Chicago Tribune

Cast iron pan vs. stainless steel pan — which should I buy?

When it comes to quality cookware, both stainless steel and cast iron pans are great picks for your kitchen. Cast iron and stainless steel pans can sear, fry, sauté, caramelize and more. Plus, both ...
NBC News

How to clean a cast iron skillet, according to culinary experts

We don’t always have the answers, but we have some people on speed dial who do — which is why we present to you our series FYI where we have experts explain if lip balm is actually bad, how often you ...

4 Foods You Should Never Cook in a Cast-Iron Skillet, According to Chefs

The most generally and universally agreed-upon no-no when it comes to cast-iron cooking is acidic foods. This means recipes that are heavy on tomatoes or contain more than a few spoonfuls of citrus ...