I know there's a gazillion reviews already, but having used Lodge cast iron cookware a gazillion times, I can't resist weighing in. If you're newly getting into cast iron, read a bunch of the negative reviews first ... and discover people who are truly (often innocently) clueless about the preparation, care and usage of timeless cast iron cookware.
I have a bunch of Lodge skillets, a griddle, two Dutch ovens and a pot with a self-basting lid which happens to also fit one of my skillets as well as my new chef's skillet. I really wanted a skillet with rounded sides, mostly for an egg and omelette pan. At $15, the LCS3 is a steal, considering I can neither find nor afford vintage Griswold.
Like all Lodge, it comes pre-seasoned, which simply means it has a coating of oil that prevents oxidation. This seasoning is not what makes it non-stick. How you cook with it does. Out of the box, I enjoyed the cathartic ritual of baking four more coats of oil onto the seasoning which turned it a lovely, shiny black. Then, I pressed it into service as a non-stick wonder.
Some people complain about the "pebbly" texture of the pan, some even testifying that this is the reason food sticks ... wrong. Proper temperature and proper amounts of fats are the keys to cooking non-stick. The "pebbly" texture means nothing. Besides, with continued use, the "pebbly" texture will turn into a smooth-as-silk surface. All my Lodge has been used enough to reach this point (except, of course, this brand new piece.)
There are a lot of great videos on Youtube that can teach you how to cook with and care for your cast iron, but I can sum it up in a jiffy. Always preheat your cast iron over medium / low heat first, until it lightly smokes. Lower the heat slightly. Add butter, oil or other fats that are room temperature or cold. Coat the bottom and sides. Add your food and watch it slide around. When finished, rinse with hot water; if you have fond in the pan, scrape with a nylon scraper and rinse away. Dry the cast iron on the stove top burner and then wipe down with a very light coating of oil. You're ready for the next use. (This coating will lightly smoke when it reaches proper temperature, indicating when to add your cooking fats.)
Other than the initial wash-down out of the box, I personally do not use soap on my cast iron. Some people do. Avoid cooking with acidic foods and liquids like tomatoes or vinegars or you'll surely be re-seasoning your pan before you know it. Good luck, and good cooking. And remember the chef's maxim: "Hot pan, cold fat."
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- Cast iron provides superior heat retention and is unparalleled for even cooking
- Cast Iron Skillet is seasoned with vegetable oil for a natural, easy-release finish that improves with use
- Easy care: Hand wash, dry, rub with cooking oil. Holder is designed to fit snugly on Lodge traditional-style handles, 8 inches and lower
- Skillet is 8 inches in diameter and includes red silicone hot handle holder
- Made in USA, Lodge Cast Iron Skillets are at home in the oven, on the stove, on the grill or over the campfire. Works great with induction cooktops.
- Seasoned with oil for a natural, easy-release finish that improves with use
- Easy care: hand wash, dry, rub with cooking oil
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- 8 INCH GLASS LID. This 8-inch tempered glass lid fits Lodge’s 8 Inch Cast Iron Skillet (L5SK3) and 2 Quart Cast Iron Serving Pot (L2SP3). It offers an ergonomic design and easy-hold handle for maneuverability around the kitchen.
- STURDY TEMPERED GLASS. Safer than normal glass, this tempered glass lid allows you to keep an eye on your cooking. With thermal shock resistant technology, there’s no fear of shattering, and the ultra-durable design increases performance level.
- DISHWASHER & OVEN SAFE. Make clean up and cooking a breeze with this Lodge Lid. It’s dishwasher safe and can withstand temperatures in the oven up to 400° F, allowing you the freedom, flexibility, and efficiency that your recipes call for.
- LOCK IN MOISTURE & FLAVOR. This lid is lightweight and allows for peeking, without losing the moisture or flavor that you need. Keep in moisture and steam in the oven, on the grill, or on the stove for recipes with big flavor.
- 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.
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I have a few stainless steel and cast iron pans because I don’t use any nonstick coated pans at all. This size is great for heating up leftovers or side dishes. I have read so many negative reviews on cast-iron pans, especially while I was looking at the collector series of Lodge pans. I think a lot of people don’t realize that the seasoning and nonstick abilities don’t happen overnight it’s something you have to build up and work on, that’s why so many people pay a lot of money for old cast-iron pans that are perfectly seasoned, they’re like glass. I recently started to use this one and have had zero problems also I don’t think people are oiling them after they clean them WITHOUT soap. They sell great little stainless steel chain cleaning pads for cast-iron just run it under hot water and scrub it with that, stuff comes right off and then once you’ve dried it, which you have to do with cast-iron you have to dry it completely, (it’s metal you need to dry it completely off or it will rust), then you have to oil it also to prevent it from rusting, this is how cast-iron works. The more you use it, scrub and oil it, the better the non stick seasoning of the pan becomes. I’ve had really rough pans that took about a year of continuous use to achieve this level of nonstick. I think if more people would pay attention to how they’re caring for theirs they wouldn’t be leaving negative reviews because they don’t understand the cleaning and preservation process.I do have to say I was less than thrilled about how this came packaged just a cardboard over the actual pan part shoved in a packing envelope that wasn’t even padded so if peoples reviews that have been broken I can understand why, because there’s absolutely no care taken in packaging this for shipment. Amazon needs to do better in this aspect.Below are comparison photo of this pan vs one I’ve had a couple years and an antique one Notice the smooth appearance of the older ones…not to fear this one will be just as smooth by next year.
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I have a few stainless steel and cast iron pans because I don’t use any nonstick coated pans at all. This size is great for heating up leftovers or side dishes. I have read so many negative reviews on cast-iron pans, especially while I was looking at the collector series of Lodge pans. I think a lot of people don’t realize that the seasoning and nonstick abilities don’t happen overnight it’s something you have to build up and work on, that’s why so many people pay a lot of money for old cast-iron pans that are perfectly seasoned, they’re like glass. I recently started to use this one and have had zero problems also I don’t think people are oiling them after they clean them WITHOUT soap. They sell great little stainless steel chain cleaning pads for cast-iron just run it under hot water and scrub it with that, stuff comes right off and then once you’ve dried it, which you have to do with cast-iron you have to dry it completely, (it’s metal you need to dry it completely off or it will rust), then you have to oil it also to prevent it from rusting, this is how cast-iron works. The more you use it, scrub and oil it, the better the non stick seasoning of the pan becomes. I’ve had really rough pans that took about a year of continuous use to achieve this level of nonstick. I think if more people would pay attention to how they’re caring for theirs they wouldn’t be leaving negative reviews because they don’t understand the cleaning and preservation process.
I do have to say I was less than thrilled about how this came packaged just a cardboard over the actual pan part shoved in a packing envelope that wasn’t even padded so if peoples reviews that have been broken I can understand why, because there’s absolutely no care taken in packaging this for shipment. Amazon needs to do better in this aspect.
Below are comparison photo of this pan vs one I’ve had a couple years and an antique one Notice the smooth appearance of the older ones…not to fear this one will be just as smooth by next year.
I do have to say I was less than thrilled about how this came packaged just a cardboard over the actual pan part shoved in a packing envelope that wasn’t even padded so if peoples reviews that have been broken I can understand why, because there’s absolutely no care taken in packaging this for shipment. Amazon needs to do better in this aspect.
Below are comparison photo of this pan vs one I’ve had a couple years and an antique one Notice the smooth appearance of the older ones…not to fear this one will be just as smooth by next year.
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