Lodge Cast Iron Cookware

Lodge Cookware

With its exceptional heat retention properties and a solid cast iron build, Lodge cookware has been a favorite of home chefs for over 125 years. Founded in 1896, Lodge cast iron cookware draws from its long history to bring their customers products that work not just now, but for a lifetime. Each piece of Lodge cookware is made of molten pig iron, recycled steel and alloys and poured into a sand mold. Once the mixture has cooled, the sand mold is broken open to release the pot or pan. From there, the cookware is seasoned with a coating of food-safe oil so that it's ready to use as soon as you bring it home from the store. Every time you use the pan, you are building the "seasoning" of the piece, and over time this patina can actually become as non-stick as non-stick ceramic or teflon—without any of the extra chemicals. Ready to add Lodge cast iron cookware to your kitchen? Read on to discover the different options.

• Lodge Cast Iron Skillets: Find out why this piece of Lodge cookware has so many devoted fans by trying one out for yourself. The deceptively simple design of the Lodge skillet has remained largely unchanged since the company's inception, proof of its timeless value to chefs of all skillsets. Use your pan to make foods that pay homage to the company's American roots, such as cornbread or cobbler, or put a modern spin on things with a one-pan fajita dinner and s'mores cookie skillet for sharing with loved ones.
• Lodge Grill Pans: When it's too cold to cook outdoors, Lodge grill pans bring the flavor and aesthetic appeal of grilled food into the kitchen. A ridged surface creates char grill lines on chicken, steak, veggies and more to make it seem like the meal came right off the barbecue grill. Once the weather turns nice again, take your Lodge cast iron cookware outside and use it on your cooktop to prepare side dishes while you prepare hot dogs and hamburgers.
• Lodge Cast Iron Dutch Ovens: If you're craving a bowl of hearty pasta or stew, it's time to grab your Lodge Dutch oven and head to the kitchen. Simmer veggies, sausage, shrimp and shredded chicken with broth and dark roux for a classic gumbo made the old-fashioned way, or opt for a creamy vegetarian sweet potato soup instead. A Lodge 6-quart Dutch oven is the perfect size for a family of four, while a slightly smaller size reduces leftovers for households with fewer members.
• Lodge Cast Iron Sets: Whether you're outfitting your first apartment or creating a wedding registry, a Lodge cast iron set is the way to go for dedicated cast iron cookware fans. Opt for a 2-piece option featuring a pair of frying pans if you've already got the cookware basics covered, or go for a larger 6-piece Lodge cookware set to totally transform the way you prepare meals.

Your Lodge cast iron cookware may require a little extra care to maintain than your other cookware, but it's absolutely worth it. To clean, use a little soap and water to remove food residue. A pot scraper may also help with stubborn, stuck-on bits. Then, dry thoroughly with a paper towel. Finally, rub a sparing amount of neutral cooking oil over the surface to replace the seasoning, and voila—your Lodge cookware is ready for next time.

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