A cast-iron skillet has many uses. However, these are a few of the foods you should never cook in cast iron, both for the food and the skillet.

While some of your grandparents' cooking tips are worth keeping in your repertoire, some of their old-school cleaning habits ...

Use a soft cloth, sponge, or non-abrasive scrubber to gently scrub the pot in circular motions. If the powder feels too dry ...