The Absurd On-Again, Off-Again Relationship I Developed with My Cast Iron Skillet — Cast Iron Cooking

I had a crush for several months before ever making a move.

I'd scroll through the feeds of my favorite food bloggers, daydreaming of what the future could hold: stove-to-oven creations like eggplant Parm and mac and cheese, hearty breakfasts, cozy dinners, stories and recipes to share with the next generation.

Then one day, my dreams came true. My crush entered my life, and at last I held a shiny and new (and shockingly heavy) 12-inch Lodge cast iron skillet in my hands.

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