Cast Iron Seasoning: Keeping Your Skillet humming like an old engine

Proper seasoning saves money on new pans and makes the best stew. Here's the reliable way, step by step.

Steps

1. Wash with hot water, no soap. Dry immediately.
2. Rub thin layer of flaxseed or vegetable oil inside and out.
3. Bake upside down at 450°F for 1 hour. Cool in oven.
4. Repeat 3-4 times for solid base layer.

Fix leaks in your seasoning same as a pipe joint—thin coats prevent buildup waste. Links back to stew budgets.