Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. chicken thighs with mushroom gravy in a cast iron skillet - Rudisill/Getty Images A cast iron skillet isn't just cookware — it's a ...

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Rai Mincey is a food writer and baking enthusiast whose focuses include culinary history, seasonal cooking, and Southern cuisine. She splits her time between Birmingham, Alabama, and Tulum, Mexico.

Cooking with cast iron pans often sparks debate among kitchen enthusiasts. On one hand, they’re praised for their durability and ability to enhance flavors. On the other, there’s the idea that they’re ...