Cast iron has a reputation for being the best way to cook a number of foods in a variety of ways. The material is extremely versatile, meaning cast-iron skillets function equally well whether they are ...

Cast iron pans are well-loved by those that use them, but cleaning them isn't as straightforward as other types of cookware.

Simple—but does it work?

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A bunch of cast iron and steel pans hanging from a metal shelf on hooks in a kitchen. - Petra Richli/Getty Images We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Good cast-iron pans can be ...