Oct 27, 2025 · Options abound: pricey and cheap, smooth-surfaced or pebbled, big and small. But much of what makes a great cast iron skillet boils down to a cook’s preferences. To find the best ones for …

Nov 13, 2025 · Cast iron is known for its durability, of course, but not all pans are made the same. To find the best cast iron skillets, we tested over 25 pans to assess their design, cooking...

Sep 25, 2025 · My tried-and-tested guide to building a collection of the best cast iron cookware, including skillets and Dutch ovens from Le Creuset, Staub, Lodge and more

Jun 30, 2025 · Whether you have a budget of $20 or $200 these are the best cast-iron skillets for even-heating, beautiful browning, and quick-searing.

Sep 17, 2025 · We took more than a dozen popular cast iron pans—from the classic skillet to pans for grilling—and tested them side by side, paying special attention to heat conductivity and distribution, …

Aug 20, 2025 · We seared pork chops, baked cornbread, and poured oil to determine the best cast-iron skillet for every type of cook. It could be said there is no more important tool in a Southern kitchen …

Jun 25, 2025 · We found the best pans don’t cost an arm and a leg, and they sacrifice nothing when it comes to functionality. Most of the pans we tested required similar upkeep, and they varied in weight,...

Mar 31, 2025 · We’ve tested 16 skillets since 2017, and we think the Lodge Chef Collection 12 Inch Cast Iron Skillet is the best.

Nov 13, 2025 · Discover our tried-and-tested picks of the best cast-iron cookware, including cast-iron griddle pans, casserole dishes, Dutch ovens, and skillets.

Feb 12, 2025 · To help you on your way to cast iron mastery we've put together this guide to help you pick the right pan and understand how to use it and how to care for it. (Don't worry, it's no more...