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Before I owned acast-iron skillet, I never thought I’d use it as much as I do now.
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I thought it was just a pan.
Sure, a fancy-looking pan that needed special care, but nothing more than a pan, right?
My cast-iron skillet has completely revolutionized my cooking game.
Its the perfect tool for so many recipes, from seared meats to cornbread to French toast.
What makes it so special?
Cast-iron skillets are naturally nonstick, can withstand super high temperatures, and are oven-safe.
Like a Dutch oven, you’re free to use it on the stove AND in the oven.
When properly seasoned, cast-iron pans are naturally nonstick (more on how to season your pan later).
It’s honestly not even that much of a splurge.
One other thing Ihighlyrecommend buying with your cast-iron skillet is this $15 cleaning tool calledThe Ringer.
Maintaining that seasoning is simple.
Now for the things you’re able to cook in it.
These are the recipes I love, plus some I can’t wait to try.
Plus, serving something in a cast-iron skillet is, like, brunch 101.
Bacon Mushroom Spinach FrittatafromDamn Delicious
They’re also perfect for frittatas.
than pulling a skillet pot pie out of the oven.
