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Best cast iron skillet for your money
Posted on 9/23/15 at 11:30 am
Posted on 9/23/15 at 11:30 am
I'm in the market for a new one and want to know what the board recommends from their own kitchens
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Posted on 9/23/15 at 11:33 am to tlsu15
I have a Lodge, which was purchased on sale at TJ Maxx or somewhere similar.
It´s damned heavy, and works OK (I think it didn´t sit long enough after it´s initial seasoning, and some people in the house have cleaned it with detergent, while simultaneously applying great force).
It´s damned heavy, and works OK (I think it didn´t sit long enough after it´s initial seasoning, and some people in the house have cleaned it with detergent, while simultaneously applying great force).
This post was edited on 9/23/15 at 11:34 am
Posted on 9/23/15 at 11:37 am to tlsu15
For the money, go with Lodge.
You can get some good deals on their cast iron on Amazon.
You can get some good deals on their cast iron on Amazon.
Posted on 9/23/15 at 11:38 am to tlsu15
I have a lodge...but the 12 inch Emeril skillet from Bed, Bath, and Beyond seems legit. Gave one as a wedding gift and I didn't want to give it away.
Posted on 9/23/15 at 11:40 am to LSUPHILLY72
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I have a lodge...but the 12 inch Emeril skillet from Bed, Bath, and Beyond seems legit. Gave one as a wedding gift and I didn't want to give it away.
I got an Emeril 12-inch for Christmas one year.
I also have this Lodge in 8" (under $20) LINK
I use the Lodge more often mostly because it's a more convenient size for most of my uses. The Emeril one isn't a bad skillet at all, but I find the Lodge holds it's seasoning better. Again, probably because I use it far more often.
Posted on 9/23/15 at 11:41 am to LSUBoo
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For the money, go with Lodge.
You can get some good deals on their cast iron on Amazon.
This is what I was leaning towards.
Posted on 9/23/15 at 11:44 am to tlsu15
Vintage Griswold or Wagner. You will pay more. They cook better are lighter and will only increase in value. I get a kick out of cooking in a 120 year old pot. (BTW, I gave away all my Lodge pots when I started using the Griswold)
This post was edited on 9/23/15 at 12:40 pm
Posted on 9/23/15 at 11:47 am to tlsu15
Lodge is definitely the best bang for your buck
Posted on 9/23/15 at 11:57 am to tlsu15
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Best cast iron skillet for your money
garage/estate sales or local flea/antique market.
that sucker is sure to have been loved to the point its smooth as glass just waiting for a good seasoning.
Posted on 9/23/15 at 12:00 pm to tlsu15
Posted on 9/23/15 at 12:13 pm to CAD703X
If it's smooth as glass it's already achieved a good seasoning.
Posted on 9/23/15 at 12:14 pm to tlsu15
All cast iron on the market will cook very similar, once seasoned.
Know what you want to spend. Then shop.
Go to junk stores, Salvation Army stores, Maybe pawn shops and if you see a used skillet or pot you like and it isn't broken or cracked and in the price range you like, then you have found your pot or skillet. If you se an estate sale in the paper, go take a look. There is almost always one or two cast iron pieces at any estate sale you visit. If you get there in the first hour or two they usually don't sell right away.
If you don't find one, then buy a Lodge and keep looking. You can always use another cast iron skillet or pot and having several sizes is only better.
Know what you want to spend. Then shop.
Go to junk stores, Salvation Army stores, Maybe pawn shops and if you see a used skillet or pot you like and it isn't broken or cracked and in the price range you like, then you have found your pot or skillet. If you se an estate sale in the paper, go take a look. There is almost always one or two cast iron pieces at any estate sale you visit. If you get there in the first hour or two they usually don't sell right away.
If you don't find one, then buy a Lodge and keep looking. You can always use another cast iron skillet or pot and having several sizes is only better.
This post was edited on 9/23/15 at 12:17 pm
Posted on 9/23/15 at 12:14 pm to AppyTiger
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If it's smooth as glass it's already achieved a good seasoning.
those new lodge are 'pre-seasoned' but all bumpy and it takes awhile to get them to the same place as something used for years.
Posted on 9/23/15 at 12:16 pm to CAD703X
Well, according to you you were talking about the old antique ones. But whatever.
Posted on 9/23/15 at 12:16 pm to DocHolliday1964
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They cook better are lighter and will only increase in value.
Posted on 9/23/15 at 12:20 pm to Stadium Rat
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Stadium Rat
Posted on 9/23/15 at 12:28 pm to AppyTiger
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Well, according to you you were talking about the old antique ones. But whatever.
what? because i said look at estate sales or antique malls??
they are loaded with well-used cast iron.
what to you mean about antiques anyway?? i'm using my aunt's that was passed down to her and its got to be at least 70 years old and its the best dam skillet in the house.
Posted on 9/23/15 at 1:17 pm to CAD703X
Are you stupid? You said look at estate sales for old ones. The looker is apt to find one that is very smooth. Then all they'll have to do is season it.
I simply made the comment that very smooth cast irons are likely already well seasoned.
Then you changed it to new cast irons that you were talking about. It's all right up there ^ in black and white for you to read. Assuming your brain can process such things. Have a good day.
I simply made the comment that very smooth cast irons are likely already well seasoned.
Then you changed it to new cast irons that you were talking about. It's all right up there ^ in black and white for you to read. Assuming your brain can process such things. Have a good day.
This post was edited on 9/23/15 at 1:19 pm
Posted on 9/23/15 at 1:20 pm to AppyTiger
Posted on 9/23/15 at 1:25 pm to AppyTiger
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Are you stupid? You said look at estate sales for old ones. The looker is apt to find one that is very smooth. Then all they'll have to do is season it.
I simply made the comment that very smooth cast irons are likely already well seasoned.
Then you changed it to new cast irons that you were talking about. It's all right up there ^ in black and white for you to read. Assuming your brain can process such things. Have a good day.
what the hell are you even talking about?
old cast iron = worn = smooth. i NEVER said anything about it being seasoned. it can be rusty as hell and a quick wash will make it ready to season again.
new lodge are pre-seasoned but bumpy and i just said cast iron is cast iron so get one that has been used for years.
WHAT THE frick DOES IT MATTER if its at an estate sale or buried in the dirt in a junkyard for 40 years?
damn son you got some anger issues.
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