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Can Cast Iron Go in the Oven? Everything You Need to Know
If you’re new to cooking with cast iron, you’ve probably wondered whether it’s safe to put it in the oven, or if you can go straight from the stovetop into an oven. The good news is that the answer is almost always yes. Cast iron is one of the most versatile types of cookware you…
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Can You Cook with Wine in Cast Iron? (Yes—Here’s When It’s Safe
Short answer: Yes, you can. Cooking with wine in a well-seasoned cast iron skillet is generally safe. Despite the warnings you may have heard, adding a splash of red or white wine to deglaze a pan or create a pan sauce isn’t going to ruin your cookware. If you’re asking this question, what you really…
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Can You Cook Tomatoes in Cast Iron?
If you’ve ever heard that tomatoes will “ruin” a cast iron pan, you’re not alone. Cast iron newbies and seasoned home cooks alike have been warned to keep acidic foods far away from cast iron cookware. But will tomatoes really ruin your cast iron? The truth is a little more nuanced. For starters, you can…
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Are Black Specks from Cast Iron Dangerous?
If your cast iron pan is leaving black specks on your food, it can feel a little alarming. Can you eat the specks? Are you eating metal? Is something breaking down? Is your pan ruined? The good news: black specks from cast iron are usually not dangerous.But they are a sign that something isn’t quite…
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Why Is My Cast Iron Flaking? (And How to Fix It Fast)
If your cast iron is flaking (like actual pieces of stuff coming off the surface) that’s not just normal wear. But luckily, it only looks like a disaster. Let’s figure out what’s happening and how to fix it. What “Flaking” Cast Iron Actually Means Flaking usually looks like: If it feels like your pan is…
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Why Does My Cast Iron Smell (Quick Fix Guide)
If your cast iron pan smells weird (like fish, metal, or something just… gross), you’re not imagining it. Cast iron shouldn’t smell bad. A well-seasoned pan is basically odorless. So if yours stinks, something’s gone wrong. But the good news is, it’s usually easy to fix. Let’s break down what’s causing the smell and how…
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I Seasoned My Cast Iron and Now it’s Sticky! (How to Fix It Fast)
If your cast iron feels sticky after seasoning, don’t panic! This usually happens right after seasoning, and it’s almost always caused by too much oil. Sticky cast iron is one of the most common seasoning mistakes. The good news: it’s easy to fix. The Short Answer Your pan is sticky because there was too much…
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Why Is My Cast Iron Leaving Black Specks on Food?
If your cast iron pan is leaving black specks on your food, it’s not just annoying. It can make you wonder if something is seriously wrong. Is the pan flaking?Is the seasoning coming off?Is it safe to eat? This is actually a very common cast iron issue, especially with newer pans or pans that were…
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Build Your Cast Iron Care Kit: Everything you Actually Need
A good cast iron pan can last decades, but only if you learn to take care of it properly. The good news: you don’t need a huge collection of tools. A simple cast iron care kit will handle almost every cleaning, seasoning, and rescue situation. Here’s a comprehensive guide to everything you actually need, and…
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Why is my Cast Iron Rusting? (and how to fix it fast)
Why Is My Cast Iron Rusting? (And How to Fix It Fast) Rust on cast iron isn’t a mystery. It’s chemistry. When bare iron is exposed to water and oxygen, it oxidizes (i.e. rusts). If your seasoning layer is intact, it protects the metal. If that layer is thin, scratched, or compromised, moisture gets in…
Caring for Your Cast Iron Cookware 