Love The Cast Iron Life
584857
What can I say, I love my cast iron skillet! This thing gives a nice charred flavor to meat, and is super easy to clean. I even baked a stuffed pizza in this last night with my wife. If you are not familiar with the cast iron ways then let me tell you, you are missing out. This thing cooks better than a Teflon pan, is easier to clean, and doesn't release harmful chemicals into your food. Other ways it differs from the Teflon pan is that it takes longer to heat up, but once it is hot it does a better job at distributing and maintaining heat.

Here is how I keep my cast iron skillet 100%:
After cooking, I forget about the skillet and let it cool.
Once I remember it is dirty, I run it under hot water and wash away food debris with The Ringer (another great product on amazon, it's a stainless steel, mesh cleaner). This takes roughly 15-30 seconds, remember it doesn't have to be perfect (best part), you just need the food chunks off.
After this I dry with a paper towel, pour (or spray) a little oil in the skillet and wipe around with the same paper towel.
Last, I heat on the stove (med high heat) until it smokes and then remove from heat. This seasons and dries the skillet at the same time. Seasoning makes the skillet stick-free and prevents it from rusting.

That is it! Overall it takes maybe 2 minutes of your attention to clean the skillet after heavy use. Do this and your skillet can last you your whole life and some, while constantly delivering the most delicious cooked food.
4478010
We have several cast iron pans, and this one was a great addition to our collection.  As some of the other reviewers said, the pan does smoke some as you are cooking, but this was expected when grilling indoors, just make sure the fan is on.  We have used it to cook steak, chiken, kabobs, etc.  They all came out wonderful.
2254978
I live in the country, and cooking on a wood stove is not just fun, it is essential! These are very durable so you can pass them on as an heirloom. My next project will be to bake bread in my dutch oven!!! "I found it on youtube" :D This IS a great way to stay healthy too because there is nothing like learning new homemade recipe's and having them turn out just right! from a pot of beans to a stir fry these cast iron tools keep an even heat on all surfaces, clean up easy, and are heavy enough to help you tighten up those tummy muscles! Enjoy!!! Michelle
665817
Well worth the upgrade for my Weber grill, the center cast iron piece holds more heat so you can sear then slow cook around the perimeter i hope this last me a few years
1570149
This cast iron put iswonderful!  I have as used Le Creuset cookware, This cover is great with my kitchn.
3261202
Great to cook with!  I use this constantly when grilling and when using my cast iron cookware!
1503093
Saying goodbye to my cast-iron Pan's. Absolutely love my new pan. A lot lighter they heat much faster and they clean up without much effort.
2639208
I bought several packs, I will give all my sisters and nieces one. They like cooking with cast iron as much as I do.
1226524
I love "The Ringer"! My fiance bought it for me for Christmas this year after I saw it featured in a cast iron cooking magazine. I use cast iron pretty much exclusively and have for years. Even though I knew how to keep cast iron seasoned and clean before using this little guy, I have found it makes cleaning so much faster and easier! It's great at keeping the seasoning on the pan while getting off any stubborn bits that might have stuck while cooking. I also love the fact that it will last forever!
4227165
Receive this little fish pan as a gift love it. The non-stick coating on it is absolutely wonderful nothing sticks to it. I have several cast iron pieces this is going to be one I treasure for a long time
2041889
I have always like cooking with cast iron and thought I would give this a try for cooking Rib-Eye steaks. It is working better and better as time goes on; I have done about 10 steaks now and the pan becomes better "seasoned" with each use. As far as cleaning; I just follow standard cast iron cleaning procedures.
1345071
So happy with my Lodge ware! What a great deal on the bundle...I was able to finish my starter set and now looking forward to adding a new and exciting cast iron piece every now and then. Just knowing this product has been a life long staple for so many for so many years gives me the confidence I need that the choice I've made is the right one. I no longer will be replacing my pans every year and I'm convinced this is more of an investment that an expense
3308675
If you love cast iron the way I do and you are looking for some really great recipes then this is the book for you.
1213378
If you cook on caste iron, this is a must, love it, use it every day.
2808597
I love this pan, I've used it every day since I got it 13 days ago.  It's taking the seasoning like a champ, I'm not missing my cast iron.  This 14.2 inch is just a little bit lighter that my 12" cast iron, but it heats do much quicker, and handles allot more food.
4145580
I love it. it's a must have for anyone with cast iron cookware.
2909376
Made a cast iron lover out of my wife.  The convenience of browning on top and popping in the oven is great.  Easy to clean.<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Lodge-L8DOL3-Cast-Iron-Dutch-Oven-with-Dual-Handles-Pre-Seasoned-5-Quart/dp/B00063RWYI/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Lodge L8DOL3 Cast Iron Dutch Oven with Dual Handles, Pre-Seasoned, 5-Quart</a>