If your cast-iron skillet has seen better days, bring it back to life with some basic kitchen ingredients. Here's how to remove rust from a cast-iron pan.

Q: I have a cast-iron skillet that I have been using for a few years. It has brown, rust-colored stains that don’t come off, no matter what I do. I’ve tried kosher salt and a small chain, soap, a ...

"The good news is that you don't have to fully reseason your cast iron to fix it. Start by giving your skillet a good scrub, ...

Don't toss out a cast iron skillet because you spot a few rust spots; they can be removed with several household products, from a condiment to a food covering.

Don't you dare toss your cast iron pan in the dishwasher! This baby requires a simple, hands-on approach. (Getty Images) Cast iron pans are a chef's not-so-secret weapon. They're a go-to for cooking ...

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"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." A cast-iron pan is one of the best cooking tools you can find. No other pan material can conduct and ...