We’ve discovered that most home cooks have an old piece of cast-iron collecting dust in the back of their kitchens. Little do they know that this unassuming, sturdy cast-iron skillet can be a true workhorse of the kitchen. We show you how to clean, restore, season, and maintain your cast-iron cookware. We dispel long held myths like you cannot cook acidic foods in cast-iron, or put cast-iron in the oven. And if you’re looking to add to your collection or buy your first piece, we share the difference between traditional and enameled cast-iron and guide you to our favorite picks so you know what is the best cast iron pan to buy. Finally you will learn the ins and outs of versatile cooking in cast iron in this America’s Test Kitchen online cooking school class, including recipes for thick cut steaks, baked ziti, and blueberry pie!