11 best seasoned pans

Product description

Cast iron skillets are a timeless must-have for every kitchen! The Simple Chef Cast Iron Skillet 3-Piece Set is better than a Lodge Cast Iron Skillet Set - just ask our customers! With this heavy duty and virtually indestructible, so they will last you years, decades, and generations to come! Our skillets are factory pre-seasoned, so they are ready to use straight out of the box. Our cast iron cookware is multi-functional, and suitable for many different cooking methods. Use them on the stovetop, in the oven, over a campfire, and even when slow-cooking! They’re perfect for frying, sauteing, cooking, grilling, and more. Plus our design has superior heat retention and conducts heat evenly, so your food will turn out great every time!



Don’t wait. Purchase your own Simple Chef Cast Iron Skillet 3-Piece Set Now, and forgo purchasing just an ordinary Lodge Cast Iron Skillet Set!

• HEAVY DUTY – Cast iron skillets are a timeless must-have for every kitchen. The Simple Chef Cast Iron Skillet 3-Piece Set is virtually indestructible and will last years, decades. Better than any Lodge cast iron set!
• READY TO USE – The skillet set is ready to use, straight out of the box. They are factory pre-seasoned, which is much more effective than at home pre-seasoning. Factory pre-seasoning makes our cast iron skillets virtually non-stick, easy to clean, protected against scratches, and will also make your food rich in flavor!
• MULTI-FUNCTIONAL – Our cast iron cookware is multi-functional, and suitable for many different cooking methods. Use our skillets on the stove top, in oven, over a campfire, and even when slow-cooking! Our set is great for frying, sauteing, cooking, grilling, and more.
• HEAT RETENTION – Our design provides superior heat retention for cooking. And they conduct heat evenly, so that your meals will turn out perfectly cooked every time. Plus the sturdy handle aids in lifting, and provides a hole for hanging when not in use.
• SATISFACTION GUARANTEED – We are so confident in the quality of our product that we offer a 30-day satisfaction guarantee! If you are unsatisfied, simply contact us to return the product for a full refund.

User questions & answers

Question:	are there lids to the pans
Answer:	No, they do notcomeeoth lids.
Question:	How big is the box it comes in? Would it fit in a gift bag or would I be better off wrapping it
Answer:	The box is not really big because all the pans fit inside each other. But it is heavy, might break the carrying straps of a gift bag. Better off wrapping it.
Question:	How deep are these
Answer:	I dont know the exact depth but i can tell u it was shallow. I was trying to saute something in the 10 inch pan and it kept spilling outside
Question:	are these made in USA
Answer:	China. Dont do it. Go with a USA made Lodge.

• PRECISION HEAT DISTRIBUTION – These cast iron skillets have a smooth finish to help provide even heat distribution for improved cooking and frying, even on grills, stoves or induction cooktops.
• TRUE COOKING VERSATILITY – The Cuisinel cast iron skillet pan can be used for frying, baking, grilling, broiling, braising, and sauteing meats, vegetables and more!
• SUPERIOR CRAFTSMANSHIP – Each all-purpose fajita skillet is crafted with seasoned cast iron that can outlast years of regular cooking and washing for long-term reliability.
• INCLUDED SILICONE HOT HANDLE HOLDER – This cast iron skillet comes complete with a non-slip, heat-resistant handle cover to keep your hand safe while cooking or serving food.
• LIFETIME WARRANTY: Go on, fire up your Cuisinel cookware. If anything happens, it's on us. In additional to Amazon's seamless 30-day money back guarantee, Cuisinel Cast Iron guarantees the quality and durability of all its products for a lifetime, so you can be assured that you are making the right choice and there is no risk to you.

User questions & answers

Question:	OK for induction stove top
Answer:	Hi, Thank you for your interest in Cuisinel cast iron! Yes, you can use our cast iron on an induction stove top. Best, Rose
Question:	How tall is the pan
Answer:	This is a great pan (got 2) ,love it ! One ☝️ for my son and for me. Biscuit pan for me ,keep it oiled.
Question:	How does the manufacturer pre-season this pan....i.e., with what materials....resin, oil or
Answer:	Think of seasoning like this: if a pan says it is "seasoned" by the manufacturer, that simply means it is "food grade anti-rust protection". You can use the cleaning mode on your oven to remove this layer and apply your own although it will heat up your house and stink it up as well with burnt oil. Your best bet is to take some sand paper to it and smooth it out so it's not so rough to remove some of the "seasoning" applied by the manufacturer and then reseason it with whatever you'd like. You can use pretty much anything you have on hand although I'd recommend something cheap but with a high smoke point like peanut oil or canola oil. I personally prefer peanut because when it burns it tends to smell sweet and canola tends to smell fishy. Aside from that if the above paragraph sounds like too much work, just start using it out of the box after washing it well and you'll never have to worry about it. The more you use it the better the seasoning will get. You can use wood, plastic or metal spoons or spatulas but I'd avoid plastic because it'll melt on ya. It will be strong like glass once it's seasoned properly. I personally use a sander on any new cast iron that isn't pre-polished. I know it will wear down over time but I just hate the rough finish it has and prefer to get it broken in quicker.
Question:	what country was it made in
Answer:	After much research the best I could find was, it was made in China
Question:	I returned these cuz i didnt get the handles and scrappers. Why was my refund only $30? Ipaid almost
Answer:	I don't know. Mine came with the handles. I use them like everyday. The handles are a big help when moving it. My husband doesn't cook, however he is my set up team in the morning. He chooses my pots and skillets. Since I started using thee, he always have one or both on the stove waiting. My mom loves to fry fish and chicken in her cast iron pot. She told me buy cast iron and take care of them and they will out live any skillet I own. So I will get her a set and write the seller about the handles. If doesn't get the handles as promised, I would send it back also, unless the agree to send the handles. The skillets are with keeping.
Question:	I ordered this item but I didn’t even open it can I return it
Answer:	Yes you can...even if you did open it you can return it in its original packaging.
Question:	where are they made
Answer:	Honestly I don't know but I always assume unless stated "made in america" that it is likely made in China like most things these days
Question:	how to start with pre seasoned pan out of the box, does it need to b cleaned
Answer:	i cleaned them and I believe they are already pre-seasoned

• Cast iron cookware is less smoother than the Non-Stick cookware.
• Iron deficiency is fairly common worldwide especially among women so cooking food in a cast iron skillet can increase iron content by as much as 20%
• Hand wash even before first use and dry immediately; rub with a light coat of vegetable oil after every wash
• Allow cast iron skillet to cool completely before washing them in hot soapy water with a sponge using regular dishwashing liquid soap; it is not dishwasher safe
• Its superior heat retention will keep your mouth watering food warm for a long time

User questions & answers

Question:	Is the skillet very sticky to cook? nothing like non-stick
Answer:	Surprisingly, no. This skillet is not sticky to cook. Not even cheese really sticks like in some pans, and the skillet cleans easier than I expected.
Question:	Is This Dishwasher Safe
Answer:	Hand wash with water. Never submerge cast iron or use a dishwasher.
Question:	where is this made
Answer:	The cast iron skillets made in China that are made for use in the USA have to meet specific FDA regulations. So grab them up quickly as the current administration in Washington DC is getting rid of a LOT of regulations for clean air, clean water, specific regs for cooking utensils made elsewhere. Otherwise get Griswold, Wagner, or Lodge pans all made here in the USA. Or you can go to yard sales, farm sales etc and find one made 75 years ago. But come on! How many great chefs do we have here? As a doctor I love the people who get upset about cast iron pans, then drink sugar sodas (probably #1 for obesity and heart disease) and all processed foods. Folks who go for gluten-free when the only people who need it are those with celiac disease...and so on. These Chinese made pans are cheap---that’s why we buy so much stuff made in China.
Question:	Does it protect against firearms
Answer:	This is actually a complicated answer that depends primarily energy dissipation. Cast iron's higher carbon content translates to a very stiff molecular structure of iron, carbon, silica, and impurities; which is physically very hard and has more ceramic / brittle characteristics than ductile metals. Cast iron won't bend; structural failure is driven by unpredictable and catastrophic crack propagation. Cast iron will shatter like a clay pot in a direct strike, but has a very high surface hardness, resilient to compression and superior at deflecting less-hard materials. If you bought 20 or so skillets and embedded them in a matrix of rubber and kevlar at varying surface normal angles, it would protect against smaller firearms. Need thicker plate for bigger rounds.

Product description

The Lodge Cast Iron 5 Piece Set combines the most needed cast iron cookware pieces for a complete kitchen. For beginners and experienced chefs alike, this set makes the perfect gift that will be cherished for decades. Complete with a 10.5 Inch Griddle, 8 Inch Skillet, 10.25 Inch Skillet, 5 Quart (10.25 Inch) Dutch Oven, and a Cast Iron Cover with self-basting tips that fits the 10.25 Inch Skillet and 5 Quart Dutch Oven. Each piece is pre-seasoned for an easy-release finish that improves with use. The cookware provides excellent heat distribution and retention for consistent, even cooking, and features easy-grip handles for great control and hanging storage when not in use. This set offers an abundance of possibilities. Use the pieces to sear, saute, simmer, bake, broil, braise, roast, fry, and grill. Each piece is safe to use in the oven, on the stove or grill, and over a campfire. Lodge cookware is made for decades of cooking. Made in America. Care instructions for cast iron: 1. Wash with warm water. Add a mild soap, if desired. 2. Dry thoroughly with a lint-free cloth or paper towel. 3. Oil the surface of the pan with a very light layer of cooking oil while warm. Hang or store the cookware in a dry place.

• One Lodge Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron 5 Piece Set
• Cast iron cover features self-basting tips
• Easy-grip handles for secure control
• Unparalleled heat retention and even heating
• Pre-seasoned with 100% natural vegetable oil
• Use to sear, saute, simmer, bake, broil, braise, roast, fry, or grill
• Use in the oven, on the stove, on the grill, or over a campfire
• Great for induction cooktops

User questions & answers

Question:	Does the skillet fit on top of the Dutch Oven as a lid? Could I put my bread dough on the skillet then the DO over that and have it sealed
Answer:	Skillet will fit on top of dutch oven, not sure the seal is tight because the skillet has vents on the edge. The lid that comes with the set fits both the skillet and the dutch oven.
Question:	Can you use these cast iron pieces on a glass stovetop
Answer:	good idea to use parchment paper between the cast iron and glass INDUCTION cooktop. Not sure if this will work on electric cook tops - check parchment paper temperature rating, but most is siliconized so it should work...test however.
Question:	When you grease the cookware how do you store it to keep the grease from becoming rancid
Answer:	Don't "grease" your pan just use a very light coat of lard, bacon grease or crisco to season your pan after washing and drying well. Then place the pan in the oven at 450 for about an hour. Wipe about at 15 and 30 minutes into the baking process.
Question:	Mine got rusty from sitting around, what can I do about it , if anything
Answer:	Most important thing with CI cookware is keeping them 'seasoned'. An old one, I cleaned itwell, used a steel wool scratchier a few drops of dawn, totally dry, and covered the pot completely with a coat of Crisco. Turn Oven to 350° place rack on the lowest slot, put a heavy piece of foil there Lay the pot/skillet in the oven upside down and 'bake ' for 1 hour. Shut the oven off and leave in there until cool. Now if it really rusty and you cannot remove the rust, Lodge says to take it to a Machine shop and have it sandblasted. Quickly home, wash it with hot water, a scrub brush and 1 drop of Dan, rinse and coast with Crisco and proceed as above. Any questions contact Lodge www.lodgemfg.com or call CS at 423-837-7181. Most important is when done using ..clean it out with hot water dry and coat with Crisco when it is still warm. I stack in the cabinet, using parchment paper liners between each pan/pot. Never use metal tools. Wood plastic or silicone. Did this help??

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Lodge Cast Iron Essential Pan Set

The Lodge Essential Pan Set combines some of the most needed cast iron pans and accessories for any kitchen. The set includes a 10.5-inch Griddle, 10.25-inch Skillet, 10.25-inch Grill Pan, 6-inch Red Silicone Pot Holder, Red Silicone Handle Mitt, Red Pan Scraper and Black Grill Pan Scraper.

Cast iron is seasoned with oil for a natural, easy-release finish that improves with use. It's the right tool to sear, saute, simmer, braise, boil, bake, roast or fry. At home in the oven, on the stove, on the grill or over the campfire; great for induction cooktops. Brutally tough for decades of cooking, cast iron cookware is unparalleled in heat retention and even heating.

Silicone handle mitt is heat resistant up to 500-degrees F and silicone pot holder up to 250-degrees F (not for use in oven). Silicone accessories are dishwasher safe. Cast iron cookware should be hand washed, dried, and rubbed with cooking oil. Cast iron is made in USA; silicone accessories made in China.

• Ribbed bottom for low-fat cooking
• Pre-Seasoned and ready-to-use
• 2 teeth sizes
• Straight edges and curves for flat and curved areas

Product description

The American-based company Lodge has been fine-tuning its construction of rugged, cast-iron cookware for more than a century. Now lodge has added a new line of seasoned steel skillets. This handy 12-inch seasoned steel skillet is the only pre-seasoned and ready to use out of the box steel pan in the market place right now. Each skillet is pre-seasoned with natural soy bean oil. Maintains very low and very high temperatures, making the pan a highly effective and versatile cooking piece. It performs well in residential and professional kitchens as well as outdoors. Made of 12 gauge carbon steel. Steel is a high density metal that does not retain odors. If maintained correctly, it will last a lifetime. Thickness of the cooking surface allows the pan to heat up quickly but also retain the heat needed for even cooking. The handle angle is conducive for both stove top and oven cooking. Each handle is attached to the skillet with 3 secure rivets. As a result of the pre-seasoning process, you may see a blister or bubble of oil at the southern-most point or at the end of the handle of the cookware piece. The cookware is hanging as it rides through the electrostatic sprayer and commercial conveyer ovens at very high temperatures. This allows the oil to penetrate deeply into the pores of the cookware which creates an easy release finish. If visible, it will rub or flake off with your finger, leaving a brown spot. Don’t worry, it’s not rust but a seasoned spot that is brown, indicative of the varnish stage of seasoning. The brown spot will turn black with use. Made in the USA.

• Takes high heat for best browning/searing
• 12 gauge carbon steel heats quickly and retains heat for even cooking
• Brutally tough for decades of cooking. Steel riveted handle
• Use on gas, electric, induction stovetops, outdoor grills or open fire
• Refer user guide below before using the product .Made in the USA
• Seasoned with oil for a natural, easy-release finish that improves with use
• Easy care: hand wash, dry immediately, rub with cooking oil

User questions & answers

Question:	why is this black vs DeBuyer's which is silver? both say carbon steel. thanks
Answer:	I don't know but I suspect the DeBuyer's pan is made from the kind of steel that a steel griddle is made of. The Lodge pan has a very slight dimpling to the steel and it is black and looks very much like a cast iron pan but the metal is much thinner. I have been very happy with my pan. It easily cooks delicate foods like fried fish. I suspect the DeBuyer's pan would also.
Question:	what is the difference between this pan that is carbon steel and a regular lodge cast iron? can i use this pan in the oven like a cast iron
Answer:	Luis,There are a number of differences. First, the pan is much lighter, as the thickness of the steel is much less than cast iron. This also means that it has less "heat inertia." It heats up more quickly and evenly, and cools down faster when removed from heat, giving you much better control of the cooking process. It is very sturdy. An advantage it has over stainless steel (besides being cheaper) is that, like cast iron, you can use it at very high heat without damaging it. This makes it perfect for high temperature searing. These are the only pans I use for searing meat and fish and then finishing in the oven (yes, perfectly oven safe). As they are pre-seasoned, they start with a stick-resistance, and if used properly and NEVER cleaned with soap, they becoming surprisingly "non-stick". I sear at very high heat (you do need some oil), and all I need to do is run hot water over it, wipe it out, and maybe rub a little oil in using a paper towel.
Question:	Looking for a dedicated non-teflon egg pan. Should I go with this or cast iron
Answer:	I have the 12" version of this pan and use it for 4 eggs over easy at least five days a week. However, there is a learning curve with this pan and you will need to spend some time properly seasoning it and maintaining that seasoning it. When I first started using it I cursed it every morning but forced myself to adjust to it as I was coming from a nice Teflon pan. That said, for the value cast iron will also be terrific and honestly is a little more forgiving ( just remember to keep the heat on both pans a lot lower than you are properly used to and let them preheat: I go about 2 min. On medium and then reduce to just a hair under medium low on my gas range for another 2 minutes before adding butter and then frying the eggs). The 12 inch version is a must if if you are cooking for more than one. I also use it for scrambled eggs and omelets for which it now does a good job after having been seasoned well beyond what comes from the factory.
Question:	How wide are the pans across the flat part inside of the pan were you cook? Not the width across the top. 8",10" & 12" pan measurements if possible
Answer:	9.25 inches on a 12" pan.

Product features

Lodge Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel Skillet

The Carbon Steel Skillet is perfect for professional, home or camp use. And like our cast iron cookware, these pans are pre-seasoned and ready to use.

Lodge Carbon Steel Skillets are factory seasoned with natural soy bean oil. This easy release oil finish improves with use. The heavy gauge carbon steel maintains very low and very high temperatures, making the pan a highly effective and versatile cooking piece. It's brutally tough and takes high heat for browning and searing. Carbon steel performs exceptionally well in residential kitchens and is actually preferred in professional kitchens. Lodge Carbon Steel skillets also work extremely well with outdoor cooking sources.

Made of 12 gauge carbon steel which is a high density metal with excellent heating properties allowing the pan to heat up quickly but also retains the heat needed for even cooking. The handle angle is conducive for both stovetop and oven cooking allowing a comfortable grip yet still fits inside most ovens. If maintained correctly, it will last a lifetime.

Product Highlights

The right tool for searing, sauteing, simmering, braising, baking, roasting, and frying.

Heavy duty 12 gauge and carbon steel is preferred in professional kitchens for the best browning and searing. The cooking surface only gets better with use as it acquires natural non-stick properties.

The surface is safe to use with metal objects, such as knives, forks and spatulas. Made of 12 gauge carbon steel. Three steel rivets hold handle securely.

Can Be Used With A Variety of Heat Sources

The steel pans can withstand and maintain very high temperatures, such as professional gas ranges and campfires, making them great for searing. They work exceedingly well with electric and induction cooktops too. In fact, they work on all heat sources except microwave ovens. The steel pans also maintain very low temperatures, making them highly effective and versatile.

Pre-Seasoned for a natural, easy-release finish

Oil is baked into the pores of the steel at the Foundry to prevent rusting and to eventually provide a natural, non-stick like cooking surface. Unlike synthetically coated cookware, it is possible to restore the cooking surface of seasoned carbon steel.

Lodge uses a soy-bean vegetable oil to season our cookware. The oil contains no animal fat or peanut oil. The seasoning is functional application and slight inconsistencies may appear in the seasoning finish. The inconsistencies will not affect cooking performance.

100 years & still cooking. ..

Two historic events—the introduction of foundry seasoned cast iron cookware and the recent expansion of our foundry—represent dynamic examples of Lodge Manufacturing Company’s century-plus commitment to product innovation and investment in new equipment and technologies.

Seasoned cast iron propelled Lodge from the position of a regional manufacturer to the national stage, with Good Housekeeping presenting a “Good Buy” Award for the product enhancement. Our appearance on the national stage expanded throughout the first decade of the new century, with record sales leading Lodge to the largest expansion in our history.

While we are proud of our recent history, there is a backstory. So travel with us to the small town of South Pittsburg, Tennessee at the end of the 19th Century. Nestled at the base of the Appalachian Mountain’s Cumberland Plateau and on the banks of the Tennessee River, the town was abuzz with new opportunities.

In 1896 Joseph Lodge began a cast iron foundry, named in honor of his minister, Rev. Joseph Hayden Blacklock. Family owned, our origins were humble and our products varied, from stoves, to skillets and kitchen sinks.

As each decade passed, Lodge developed a business model to continually update and improve equipment and foundry practices. Work was labor intensive, with all of our cookware poured and cleaned by hand.

The 1950s saw the installation new molding machinery, mechanized sand delivery systems, the construction of a gas fired aluminum furnace to cast patterns for the production of sand mold impressions and a machine to clean castings.

When the introduction of new cookware metals and coatings increased competition in the 1960s, Lodge countered with a Disamatic automatic molding machine. Two years later, Lodge added an electric furnace to operate the Disamatic molding and pouring system, outpacing the capacity of the coke-fired cupola, at lower cost.

The Clean Water and Air Acts of 1970 led American companies to install new equipment to meet the pollution control laws. Lodge accepted the standards by replacing the old electric furnaces and adding a second Disamatic molding machine.

Not only did the updates meet the requirements of the Clean Air and Water legislation, by 1976 our automated processes produced as many molds in an hour as one man’s daily productivity 30 years earlier.

With the switch from antiquated electric furnaces to more efficient induction furnaces, 1991 proved to be a pivotal juncture in the green standards of Lodge Manufacturing Company. The use of magnetic energy to produce heat changed our status from a Large Quantity Generator of Hazardous Waste to a Small Quantity Generator, and we received the 1994 Tennessee Governor’s Award for Excellence in Hazardous Waste Reduction.

Today, Lodge Manufacturing Company maintains a zero hazardous waste stream foundry, earning accolades from the environmental and manufacturing communities.

Eleven years after in the introduction of seasoned cast iron cookware, Lodge broke ground for our foundry expansion. With completion of the first phase in the fall of 2014, the expansion includes a new melt system, an additional pouring/molding line and most importantly—new American jobs!

In more ways than he could have ever imagined, Joseph Lodge would not recognize the business he started over a century ago. Lodge continues to be family owned and we are the sole manufacturer of cast iron cookware in US, producing over 120 different foundry seasoned cast iron items for worldwide gourmet, outdoor and restaurant markets.

More importantly, Lodge Manufacturing Company is universally accepted as the world leader in the cast iron cookware category.

• PRECISION HEAT DISTRIBUTION – These cast iron skillets have a smooth finish to help provide even heat distribution for improved cooking and frying, even on grills, stoves or induction cooktops.
• TRUE COOKING VERSATILITY – The Cuisinel cast iron skillet pan can be used for frying, baking, grilling, broiling, braising, and sauteing meats, vegetables and more!
• SUPERIOR CRAFTSMANSHIP – Each all-purpose fajita skillet is crafted with seasoned cast iron that can outlast years of regular cooking and washing for long-term reliability.
• EASY TO CLEAN & MAINTAIN – Cast iron cookware should be hand washed with warm water and restored with natural oils; that means no soap or dishwasher use.
• LIFETIME WARRANTY: Go on, fire up your Cuisinel cookware. If anything happens, it's on us. In additional to Amazon's seamless 30-day money back guarantee, Cuisinel Cast Iron guarantees the quality and durability of all its products for a lifetime, so you can be assured that you are making the right choice and there is no risk to you.

User questions & answers

Question:	Can I leave the silicone covers on while I season them again
Answer:	No you can't. In the book that comes with it says to use the silicone handles or heavy duty oven mitts when using them so I didn't use them while seasoning.
Question:	Do they have lids
Answer:	The company has a lid that you can purchase on Amazon, as I did for the 12inch pan I bought. It works wonderfully with the pan.
Question:	how to keep food from sticking
Answer:	Hot pan, cold oil. Keep your pans seasoned. Don't put your food in until your oil is well heated, cold oil will cause your food to stick. Let your food cook a while before you flip or move it.
Question:	Where were these pans made? Thank you
Answer:	The skillets are manufactured in China.

• PRECISION HEAT DISTRIBUTION – This cast iron skillet has a smooth finish to help provide even heat distribution for improved cooking and frying, even on grills, stoves or induction cooktops.
• TRUE COOKING VERSATILITY – The Cuisinel cast iron skillet pan can be used for frying, baking, grilling, broiling, braising, and sauteing meats, vegetables and more!
• SUPERIOR CRAFTSMANSHIP – Each all-purpose fajita skillet is crafted with seasoned cast iron that can outlast years of regular cooking and washing for long-term reliability.
• EASY TO CLEAN & MAINTAIN – Cast iron skillets should be hand washed with warm water and restored with natural oils; that means no soap or dishwasher use.
• LIFETIME WARRANTY: Go on, fire up your Cuisinel cookware. If anything happens, it's on us. In additional to Amazon's seamless 30-day money back guarantee, Cuisinel Cast Iron guarantees the quality and durability of all its products for a lifetime, so you can be assured that you are making the right choice and there is no risk to you.

Product description

For over 100 years Lodge has been dedicated to manufacturing quality cast iron products, that can be passed down from one generation to the next. From summertime campouts to Sunday night dinners, Lodge is happy to be at home on your table.

17 INCH SEASONED CAST IRON SKILLET WITH 2 LOOP HANDLES

The Lodge 17 inch Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet offers both elegance and versatility for your kitchen and campsite. Whether you’re learning to cook or a seasoned expert, this pan is perfect for a crowd and can be passed down from one generation to the next. Use it for simple one-pan meals, or complex family recipes. This skillet translates beautifully from the kitchen to the table as you make every meal a memory. Lodge allows you to take cast iron places it’s never been before.

COOKING AND CARING FOR YOUR CAST IRON

Caring for your cast iron doesn’t have to be complicated. Lodge cookware comes already seasoned and ready to use, so you can make your family's favorite recipes right away. You can use it on any heat source, from the stove top to the campfire (just not the microwave). The more you use it, the better the seasoning will get.

After hand washing your cookware, simply place it on a burner for a few minutes to dry and then rub on a thin layer of the cooking oil of your choice. For extra messy situations, simmer some water in your pan and then use a pan scraper after it’s cooled. For excellent maintenance, and to prevent rust, always dry promptly and store in a cool, dry place.

MADE IN THE USA

Tucked between the Appalachian Mountains and the Tennessee River you’ll find the small town of South Pittsburg, TN; a town that Lodge is proud to call home. It’s built on family values, American history, and high quality cookware. All Lodge seasoned cast iron and carbon steel cookware is proudly made in the USA, meaning you’ll get the craftsmanship that has been passed down through generations.Care -If the seasoning on your pan is sticky, this is a sign of excess oil building up and not fully converting to seasoning. To remedy this, place the cookware in the oven, upside down on the top rack and bake at 400 degrees for 1 hour. Allow to cool and repeat if necessary. Maximum Heating Temperature 500 Fahrenheit.

• 17 INCH CAST IRON SKILLET. This seasoned cast iron skillet is ready to use and extremely versatile with a diameter of 17 inches and a 2-inch depth. With ample cooking surface and an ergonomic 2 handle design, it is perfect for the campfire, the oven, and the tabletop
• SEASONED COOKWARE. A good seasoning makes all the difference. Lodge seasons its cookware with 100% vegetable oil; no synthetic coatings or chemicals. The more you use your iron, the better the seasoning will get
• MADE IN THE USA. Lodge has been making cast iron cookware in South Pittsburg, Tennessee (pop. 3,300) since 1896. With over 120 years of experience, their cast iron is known for its high quality design, lifetime durability, and cooking versatility
• MAKE EVERY MEAL A MEMORY. Lodge knows that cooking is about more than just the food; it’s about the memories. This dynamic 2-loop handle skillet can be used for slow weekend mornings with bacon and eggs or summertime BBQ’s with roasted veggies
• FAMILY-OWNED. Lodge is more than just a business; it’s a family. The Lodge family founded the company in 1896, and they still own it today. From environmental responsibility to community development, their heads and hearts are rooted in America

User questions & answers

Question:	This is a fabulous skillet! Has any one found a lid? I got this one to use on it: "16 Inch Large Paella Pan Lid by Garcima" It is a little light
Answer:	YES FOUND IT ON AMAZON HERES 1 NOT THE 1 I BOUGHT Aluminum Flat Wok Lid / Wok Cover, 18-Inches, (For 19" or 20" Wok), 18 Guage, USA Made
Question:	Will a 16 inch diameter pizza fit in this pan
Answer:	No, this Lodge pan bottom measures 14 inches across. A 16 inch pizza pan would fit into the top but would never rest evenly or touch bottom.
Question:	What is the overall width including handles? Is it 12" max dimension, or is that the diameter of just the pan proper
Answer:	Accurate measurements for L10SKL 12 inch dual-handle cast Iron pan: Outside diameter 12 1/8 inches. OD at handles:14 5/8 inches. OD at pour spouts:12 3/4 inches. Outside height:2 1/4 inches. Outside bottom diameter (flat area between radii) about 9 1/2 inches..... Inside top diameter:11 3/4 inches; Inside bottom diameter (flat area between radii) 10 inches. Inside depth:2 inches.
Question:	What is the diameter of the inside/bottom cooking surface? Wondering if this beast will even fit on my oven rack. BTW, would this make a good broiling/roasting pan for delicate veggies (bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant, mushrooms, onions), or would it scorch them and leave me with a stuck on mess
Answer:	I have many cast iron cooking utensils and I love them all. But for oven roasting delicate vegetables like you describe please see my review of this product https://www.amazon.com/review/R9B0J0L1ASIVO/ref=pe_1098610_137716200_cm_rv_eml_rv0_rv

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Lodge Pre-Seasoned Cast-Iron Skillet

The black patina given to the cookware by the factory seasoning process is, in fact, vegetable oil that has been baked into a piece of cookware that has emerged from an individual sand mold. This coating of oil is a functional application and not a cosmetic application. The cookware is hanging as it rides through the electrostatic sprayer and commercial conveyor ovens at very high temperatures. This allows the oil to penetrate deeply into the pores of the iron which creates an easy release finish. As a result of this process, you may see a blister or bubble of oil at the southern-most point or at the end of the handle of the cookware piece. If visible, it will rub or flake off with your finger, leaving a brown spot. Don’t worry, it’s not rust but a seasoned spot that is brown, indicative of the varnish stage of seasoning. As a matter of fact, this is the color of home seasoned iron until it has been used several times. The brown spot will turn black with use.

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The right tool for searing, sauteing, simmering, braising, baking, roasting, and frying.

Made of Cast-Iron

Cast-Iron is a form of cookware developed over a millennia ago remains as popular today as when it was used to prepare meals hundreds of years ago. Cast Iron is one of only two metals compatible with induction stovetops. Unparalleled in heat retention and even heating.

Can Be Used With A Variety of Heat Sources

At home in the oven, on the stove, on the grill or over the campfire. Skillet may be used on various heat sources including gas, electric, induction and ceramic-glass top stoves and ovens. When using on glass stove tops, be careful not to slide the cookware around as it's possible to scratch the surface. Seasoned cast iron can also be used on the grill or outdoor fire and coals for camp cooking. Begin heating cookware on low and slowly bring heat up to medium or medium/high. Always remove cookware from the stovetop after cooking.

Eco-Responsibility

Lodge is a zero hazardous waste stream foundry. Lodge designed a vegetable oil recycler for the seasoning process to reduce waste and unusable oil is recycled and used as biodiesel generator. Lodge uses recycled and biodegradable packing materials. Reuse of foundry sand used in the casting process is recycled and unusable sand, works to purify the water of the local streams and planting trees to improve air quality and beautification.

The Clean Water and Air Acts of 1970 led American companies to install new equipment to meet the pollution control laws. Not only did the updates meet the requirements of the Clean Air and Water legislation, by 1976 our automated processes produced as many molds in an hour as one man’s daily productivity 30 years earlier.

With the switch from antiquated electric furnaces to more efficient induction furnaces, 1991 proved to be a pivotal juncture in the green standards of Lodge Manufacturing Company. The use of magnetic energy to produce heat changed our status from a Large Quantity Generator of Hazardous Waste to a Small Quantity Generator, and we received the 1994 Tennessee Governor’s Award for Excellence in Hazardous Waste Reduction.

100 years & still cooking. ..

Lodge is the oldest family-owned cookware foundry in America. Since 1896, the Lodge family has been casting premium iron cookware at our Tennessee foundry. Starting with raw materials and finishing with our seasoning process, we continue to improve on the highest quality standards that go into every piece we make. As the sole American manufacturer of cast iron cookware, we are proud to carry on the legacy started by founder Joseph Lodge. Lodge doesn't just make cast iron; we make heirlooms that bring people together for generations.

Two historic events—the introduction of foundry seasoned cast iron cookware and the recent expansion of our foundry—represent dynamic examples of Lodge Manufacturing Company’s century-plus commitment to product innovation and investment in new equipment and technologies.

Seasoned cast iron propelled Lodge from the position of a regional manufacturer to the national stage, with Good Housekeeping presenting a 'Good Buy' Award for the product enhancement. Our appearance on the national stage expanded throughout the first decade of the new century, with record sales leading Lodge to the largest expansion in our history.

While we are proud of our recent history, there is a backstory. So travel with us to the small town of South Pittsburg, Tennessee at the end of the 19th Century. Nestled at the base of the Appalachian Mountain’s Cumberland Plateau and on the banks of the Tennessee River, the town was abuzz with new opportunities.

In 1896 Joseph Lodge began a cast iron foundry, named in honor of his minister, Rev. Joseph Hayden Blacklock. Family owned, our origins were humble and our products varied, from stoves, to skillets and kitchen sinks.

As each decade passed, Lodge developed a business model to continually update and improve equipment and foundry practices. Work was labor intensive, with all of our cookware poured and cleaned by hand.

The 1950s saw the installation new molding machinery, mechanized sand delivery systems, the construction of a gas fired aluminum furnace to cast patterns for the production of sand mold impressions and a machine to clean castings.

When the introduction of new cookware metals and coatings increased competition in the 1960s, Lodge countered with a Disamatic automatic molding machine. Two years later, Lodge added an electric furnace to operate the Disamatic molding and pouring system, outpacing the capacity of the coke-fired cupola, at lower cost.

After in the introduction of seasoned cast iron cookware, Lodge broke ground for our foundry expansion. With completion of the first phase in the fall of 2014, the expansion includes a new melt system, an additional pouring/molding line and most importantly—new American jobs!

In more ways than he could have ever imagined, Joseph Lodge would not recognize the business he started over a century ago. Lodge continues to be family owned and we are the sole manufacturer of cast iron cookware in US, producing over 120 different foundry seasoned cast iron items for worldwide gourmet, outdoor and restaurant markets.

More importantly, Lodge Manufacturing Company is universally accepted as the world leader in the cast iron cookware category.

Product description

Our high quality 13 inch cast iron frying pan has enough "smart" Innovation to be more functional while remaining true to tradition, we took the essence of a good round cast iron pan and made it even better! Why you’ll love it: zero waste: our clean and efficient factory is virtually zero waste. Our skillets are made from recycled cast iron that is melted at ultra high temperatures and then completely purified to is rawest form, bringing it back to its roots. Non toxic pan: free of PFOA and PTFE, we season with 100% non-GMO Kosher certified flaxseed oil for a natural easy-release seasoning. Better handling: The Victoria large cast iron skillet dual handles are bigger than standard, This helps you to get a better grip and lift while handling, whether in the grill, campfire, oven, or stove.

• ✔️Better Performance. The 13 inch cast iron skillet has greater retention and distribution of heat. This seasoned frying pan can keep your food hot for 15 min Or longer. Double loop handles for easy handling.
• ✔️Lifetime Warranty. High Quality commercial iron casting for durability excellent heat retention. Made in Colombia using European cast iron machinery. Suitable for cooking in: induction, ceramic, campfire, grill, broiler and oven.
• ✔️Ready-to-use seasoning: 100% non-GMO flaxseed oil seasoned coating. Does not contain PTFE and Foes that can be harmful to your health. Flaxseed oil it's a vegetable oil, Perfect natural easy-release seasoning that gets even better with time.
• ✔️Healthy for you. Trace amounts of iron are naturally released when cooking with seasoned cast iron skillet, boosting the mineral in your diet.
• ✔️Versatile. This cast iron pan can be used for serving, cooking, baking, grilling, and oven-to-table. Multi-use,  you can make a delicious paella, grilled steak nachos, beef tips stir fry, potato bacon hash and more! Fits all kitchen and camping needs.

User questions & answers

Question:	Where can I get a lid for the 13" skillet
Answer:	According to the reviews a lid will be coming out soon, In the mean time I would measure it best you can no matter the size pan it is and buy a stand a lone .
Question:	What is the width of the 13 in pan including the two handles? I would like to use it on my large big green egg
Answer:	Sorry I bought it as a gift so don’t have the pan
Question:	Can I use this on ceramic glass top stoves
Answer:	Yes, just make sure to place gently and pick up gently without any back-and-forth or side-to-side sliding. Never slide any cast iron cookware on top of glass or ceramic tops.
Question:	How well does this cook paella compared to a traditional carbon steel pan
Answer:	Who cares?

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TRADITION GETS A FACELIT

What you Love. Now Better.

There is something special about the tradition and essence of a good cast iron skillet. Why not take that, and make it even better? Our cast iron skillets have just enough 'smart' innovation to make them more functional while remaining true to tradition.

Get a Bigger Handle (on Heavy) Things.

Victoria Cast Iron handles are curved, bigger, more ergonomic, and quite frankly, more beautiful too. Get a better grip while handling your hot iron, whether in the grill, campfire, oven, or stove.

MAKING OF A BETTER SKILLET

• Curved Handle for Leverage
• Contoured Pour-Spouts
• Wider Helper Handles
• Longer Handles
• Bigger Hanging Holes
• Pre-seasoned with 100% Non-GMO Flaxseed Oil
• Superior Heat Retention

Our History

Victoria was founded in 1939. We are a three-generation family business located in Medellín, Colombia. The founder Raúl Mejía was 16 years old when he decided to start a small business in the foundry industry. He crafted his first products: metallic toy soldiers and decorative crosses. After perfecting the art of casting, Raúl’s passion for cooking and fresh foods lead him to create Victoria Cast Iron Cookware.

Look at Those Curves

Longer & curvy handles don't just translate to better maneuverability, but also to cooler handle temperatures on the stove (protective gear is still always recommended for iron products).

Harmonious Design

Our skillets and grills are part of one good-looking family, and they are all designed in harmony to look that way.

Keepin' it Natural

Victoria Cast Iron skillets have been praised by chefs and professional testers for their excellent pre-seasoning right out of the box! Extensive tips on maintaining and building seasoning are found on the packaging and on our website

Multi-Functional, Multi-Faceted

Bake in it, Fry in it, BBQ in it. The Victoria Skillet is suitable for cooking in: induction, ceramic, campfire, grill, oven, & more. And to top it off, our skillets are deeper and have a wider cooking surface, allowing you to sear, bake and fry better.

Product description

Our high quality cast iron grill pan has enough ""smart"" innovation to be more functional while remaining true to tradition, we took the essence of a good square grill pan and made it even better! Why you’ll love it: Zero Waste: Our clean and efficient factory is virtually zero waste. Our skillets are made from recycled cast iron that is melted at ultra high temperatures and then completely purified to is rawest form, bringing it back to its roots. Natural Release: Victoria cast iron cookware is naturally seasoned with 100% flaxseed oil. With proper use and care, its non-stick properties will improve with use. Non Toxic Pan: Free of PFOA and PTFE, we season with 100% Non-GMO Kosher certified Flaxseed Oil for a natural easy-release seasoning. Smarter and Stronger: Our intricately designed pour spouts with drip-catchers for easy cleanup. Bottom and rim of the pan are calculatedly designed to prevent warping & cracks due to temperature changes. Victoria cast iron skillets include instructions on use and care to upkeep and improve seasoning with time. Additionally, the hanging holes in the handles are big enough to hang on thick hooks. Multi-Functional, Multi-Faceted: Bake in it, Fry in it, BBQ in it. The Victoria bbq grill pan is suitable for cooking in: induction, ceramic, campfire, grill, oven, & more. Also, our square grill skillet is deeper and has a wider cooking surface than other competitors, allowing you to sear, bake and fry better. (Always preheat your deep grill pan before use). Better Handling: Victoria cast iron skillets have bigger handles than standard, this helps you to get a better grip and lift while handling, whether in the grill, campfire, oven, or stove.

• ✔️Better Performance. The Cast iron square grill pan has greater retention and distribution of heat. This seasoned grill pan can keep your food hot for 15 min or longer. Curved and longer Handle for better grip.
• ✔️Lifetime Warranty. High Quality commercial iron casting for durability excellent heat retention. Made in Colombia using European cast iron machinery. Suitable for cooking in: induction, ceramic, campfire, grill, broiler and oven.
• ✔️Ready-to-use Seasoning: 100% Non-GMO Flaxseed Oil Seasoned coating. Does not contain PTFE and PFOAs that can be harmful to your health. Flaxseed Oil is a perfect natural seasoning that gets even better with time. Our Flaxseed oil is a vegan vegetable oil and it’s Kosher certified.
• ✔️Healthy For You. Trace amounts of iron are naturally released when cooking with seasoned cast iron skillet, boosting the mineral in your diet.
• ✔️Versatile. This grill pan can be used as campfire grill pan, vegetable grill pan, panini grill pan, bbq grill pan, stove top grill pan, serving grill pan, and oven-to-table. Suitable for cooking in: induction, ceramic, campfire, grill, broiler and oven. Fits all kitchen and camping needs (The best cast iron steak you'll ever cook indoors!).

User questions & answers

Question:	Can it be used to broil
Answer:	ABSOLUTELY, I broil salmon and steak to perfection all the time, enjoy.
Question:	Do you have kosher certification for the oil
Answer:	Yes, it is certified by Kosher Badatz Shomre Hadas Antwerp
Question:	can I use this grill pan on my gas stove ( I dont have induction
Answer:	YES! Ignore misinformation, cast iron is Ferromagnetic as is carbon steel. That's how induction works. Just be aware cast iron quickly gets very hot on an induction where a household gas range can take quite a while to heat it.
Question:	Is the bottom of the grill pan flat so it can be used on an electric cooktop
Answer:	It is flat, however, always use caution when using cast iron on glass/ceramic tops as "back and forth" movement can cause scratches depending on your glass-top and the manufacturer's suggestion.

Product features

Making of a Better Grill Pan

• Curved Handle for Leverage
• Contoured Pour-Spouts
• Wider Helper Handles
• Longer Handles
• Bigger Hanging Holes
• Pre-seasoned with 100% Non-GMO Flaxseed Oil
• Superior Heat Retention

Tradition Gets a Facelit

There is something special about the tradition and essence of a good cast iron skillet. Why not take that, and make it even better? Our cast iron grill pans have just enough 'smart' innovation to make them more functional while remaining true to tradition. Enjoy experiences around cooking and eating well-prepared food, with products that are innovative in design, sustainable, with health benefits, high performance, and durability.

Harmonious Design

Our skillets and grills are part of one good-looking family, and they are all designed in harmony to look that way.

Keepin' it Natural

Victoria Cast Iron skillets have been praised by chefs and professional testers for their excellent pre-seasoning right out of the box!

Multi-Functional, Multi-Faceted

Bake in it, Fry in it, BBQ in it. The Victoria Grill Pan is suitable for cooking in: induction, ceramic, campfire, grill, oven, & more. And to top it off, our skillets are deeper and have a wider cooking surface, allowing you to sear, bake and fry better. Great for indoor and outdoor grilling.