For a paltry sum, you can buy Lodge’s indestructible cast-iron skillet, which will turn out perfectly seared steaks, crispy potatoes and browned pancakes for decades.

When looking for new cookware, many folks are left with the classic conundrum of whether to buy a cast iron skillet or a nonstick skillet. Both these materials have their pros and cons, so picking the ...

Cast-iron skillets are hot. No, really. They get insanely hot. They’re also virtually indestructible, almost naturally nonstick, and relatively easy to take care of. Chefs and home cooks alike ...