If you're cooking something up in the kitchen, you'll want to add one of these cast iron products to your cookware collection.
Every good chef knows that the tools you use in the kitchen are just as important as the ingredients you use when cooking that perfect meal. Knives need to be sturdy and sharp, pots need to be heavy and stand up to a beating, your blender needs to have the horsepower to get all your items silky and smooth , and then there is making sure you have the proper cast iron pan.
A quality cast iron pan can last 100 years if well cared for, often being passed down from generation to generation in a family. To get the same lasting power out of yours, you'll need to purchase high-quality cast iron cookware and be sure to properly care for it. Proper care for a cast iron means seasoning it after use and not using soap and water on it, but enamel cast irons, like Le Creuset, can be washed like your standard cookware. So while an initial investment in long-lasting cast iron might be more than what you'd normally pay for in terms of kitchen pans, it's a one-time cost, as you may never have to buy one again.
If you're in the market for a new cast iron pan, you may be wondering how to choose one that will stand the test of time. It does take some research to make sure you're investing in the right piece. Luckily, we've done that for you to help you choose a cast iron pan that will last.
Below, check out our top finds for long-lasting cast iron cookware that's worth the price. And bonus: a few of these cookware pieces are highly discounted. Now let's get cooking!
Le Creuset Enameled Cast-Iron 9" Skillet
Not only is this skillet made with the lightest weight cast iron by quart on the market, but the enameled cast iron also delivers superior heat distribution and retention.
Staub Enameled Cast Iron Oval Gratin with Lid
Crafted in France, quality Staub products can take a week to make. The unique shape of this Staub cast iron makes it the ideal vessel for fish, veggies or decadent desserts.
Cuisinart Chef's Classic Enameled Cast Iron Fry Pan
With almost 5,000 5-star reviews you can feel confident about your purchase when buying this Cuisinart cast iron frying pan.
Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Skinny Grill
With enamel handles, this grill pan from Le Creuset easily transfers from the stove top into the oven. The French-made cast iron comes in 12 vibrant colors.
Smithey No. 8 Chef Skillet
Perfectly sized for your morning breakfast, this cast iron from Smithey is naturally non-stick and comes pre-seasoned. These pans have topped many of the best cast iron lists around the web.
Staub Enameled Cast Iron 7-Piece Set
This seven-piece set comes with two sizes of round cocottes with lids, a grilling pan and Staub's Perfect Pan. Right now you can save over $700 on this extremely impressive cookware set.
Lodge 8-Inch Seasoned Cast-Iron Skillet
Lodge is known as one of the leaders in top-of-the-line cast iron pans, like this traditional skillet. Starting business back in 1896, Lodge like their cast iron products, has stood the test of time.
Le Creuset Signature Enameled Cast Iron Round Oven
One of William Sonoma's best-selling products, this Le Creuset round oven pan is great for braising a roast and then popping it in the oven to cook low and slow.
Lodge Cast Iron Square Grill Pan
Chicken, steaks and burgers will taste like they came off the grill when prepared on this cast iron grill pan. It comes pre-seasoned, and adding your own seasoning over time will give your meats an added depth of flavor the more you cook on it.
Le Creuset Bread Oven
For the bakers and bread makers, you'll want this Le Creuset pan. Specifically designed to bake bread, the oversized rounded lid provides enough space for your bread to rise before and during baking.
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