Today, I want to talk about something I use every day in my kitchen—my cast iron skillet.

A long time ago, I used different pans for cooking. Some were good, but they didn’t last long. Some had a nonstick surface, but after some time, it was gone. And some just didn’t cook food the way I liked.

Then, I found cast iron skillets. At first, I didn’t know much about them. They were heavy. They needed oil. And people said, “Don’t wash them with soap!” It sounded complicated! But when I tried one, I understood why people love them.

Why I Love My Cast Iron Skillet

Now, I have many cast iron skillets in different sizes. And guess what? I use them every single day!

🍳 For breakfast: I cook scrambled or fried eggs and even omelets. The eggs don’t stick if the pan is hot and well-oiled. They come out perfect!

🥩 For lunch or dinner: I cook steak. The pan gets very hot, so the outside of the meat is crispy, and the inside stays juicy.

🍄 For vegetables: I also love cooking mushrooms in my skillet. They turn golden brown and taste amazing!

A cast iron skillet makes everything taste better. It holds the heat for a long time and cooks food evenly. You can use it on the stove, in the oven, or even over a fire!

How to Take Care of a Cast Iron Skillet

At first, I was scared to clean my skillet. People said, “No soap! No dishwasher!” But now, it’s easy for me.

1️⃣ After cooking, I let it cool a bit .

2️⃣ I rinse it with warm water and scrub gently.

3️⃣ I dry it immediately with a towel. After that, I put it back on the stove and heat it to evaporate any remaining water completely.

4️⃣ I rub a little oil on it to keep it nice and smooth.

That’s it! If you take care of your skillet, it will last forever. Some people still use skillets from their grandparents!

Try It!

If you don’t have a cast iron skillet, I really recommend it. Start with simple food—maybe fried eggs or mushrooms. Then, try meat or even bread!

Do you have a cast iron skillet? What do you cook in it? Let me know! 😊

Now, let’s practice.