Cast iron cookware can easily rust if not cared for properly. Luckily, it’s easy to clean rust off cast iron so it’s back to tip-top shape.

Use a stiff brush to scrub away the stains. Lodge Cast Iron also makes a Rust Eraser for removing heavy-duty rust stains. You may remove some of the seasoning in the process, but it’s fine since you ...

Cast iron can become rusty when it's exposed to moisture for too long. Aleksandr Zubkov/Getty Images In many kitchens, a cast-iron skillet is an essential piece of cookware that can last for ...

Q: I have a cast-iron skillet that I have been using for a few years. It has brown, rust-colored stains that don’t come off, no matter what I do. I’ve tried kosher salt and a small chain, soap, a ...

Rust gathering on and staining cast iron pans is always a bother, but it turns out this surprisingly common household condiment can do the job well.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Cast-iron pans are a home chef's best friend—and for good reason. The hard-wearing, versatile pans can be ...

If traditional wisdom has scared you away from using any kind of soap on your beloved cast iron cookware, you’re not alone. We’ve all heard the warnings. Historically, most soap was made with lye, a ...