Crucially, the best cast iron skillets are made to last. Shaped from molten iron, they are durable, hold their shape and never dull, provided they are properly cared for between uses. So unlike ...

Being able to produce one meant it was possible to make almost any iron componentCasting by pouring molten metal into a hollow mould is the quickest way of manufacturing complex shapes in iron.

Maintaining the longevity and performance of a cast iron pan requires steering clear of a few critical cleaning mistakes. A cardinal rule is to never soak the skillet in water. Soaking the pan, ...