Cast iron is the original non-toxic cookware — no synthetic coatings, no leaching at high heat, no replacing every two years. A properly seasoned skillet is naturally non-stick and only improves with use.
The maintenance intimidates people who haven't done it. It shouldn't. Dry it after washing, rub on a thin layer of oil, done. The tools below are what makes cast iron practical for everyday cooking — and what brings a rusty thrift-store find back to life.
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