a soft spot for cast iron

This skillet was recently donated to Goodwill and drew a lot of attention as it made it's way to the store shelves.

The skillet seemed to invoke warm feelings and memories. One lady said that her mother, as far back as she could remember, only cooked with cast iron pans. Another person had fond memories of camping with the whole family and their Grandpa making the best outdoor breakfasts in the cast iron skillets. Another shared that the best fried potatoes are made in cast iron. Yes, there seems to be a soft spot of cast iron skillets. This particular cast iron pan's cooking days has been deemed by some as over, but even that has been debated by those who have looked it over. A cast iron pan needs to be seasoned on a regular basis to keep away the rust and maintain its non-stick feature. But a cast iron pan can last a lifetime. If you find a pan that is truly beyond salvage for cooking, it can still have value as a decorative piece. ____________________________________________________________________

A cast iron skillet as unique surface for a country painting.

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You don't need to spend a lot of money to get a country look for the fall season or for any holiday. Just gather things around your home and place in a cast iron skillet. Apples, a few walnuts, and a candle.

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Here is a wonderful way to keep your pans handy for daily use, and also add character to your kitchen.

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 Check out these 10 Reasons You Need a Cast Iron Pan courtesy of Macheesmo.com

Happy Treasure Hunting for cast iron skillets!