How to Use Cast Iron: Cooking, Cleaning and Seasoning

[@TH-xo4zx]

This man is the Bob Ross of cooking. This man is a national treasure

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching

[@jollyjimbo88]

I was just thinking the same thing. He's like the Bob Ross of cast iron cooking. Great recipes and a great channel.

[@taronyoung5768]

I was JUST about to say the same time!!!

[@anuno26]

He’s like Hickok 45 ! I like this dude better than Guy Fiere !

[@rahulgangolli18]

Yes...national treasure is right..why doesn’t this man a show on Food Network?? Far better than some of the talent on that channel now...how many times do I need to see Chopped or some guy who makes a cake like the Empire State Building...

[@kristopherzinn9064]

Grew up with no grandpa. Wish I had one like this dude. He's a badass character.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching

[@lochnessmonster5149]

My mother's cast iron skillet is about 100 years old. She watched your cast iron videos and decided to refurbish it. She stripped it, sanded it, and then properly reseasoned it. The bottom of it looks like black glass now.

[@jackscheible8398]

I've got my grandmother's. Cook with it almost every day.

[@ralphcharles4912]

😊😊

[@jesseknox9322]

What a gal! Good for her!

[@YouTubecontent998]

That's pretty special to have something generations probably cooked with mostly everyday

[@TBT_17]

I just bought my first cast iron pan (a Lodge) from Walmart and now I found Cowboy Kent to teach me how to use it. This is my most patriotic day in history.

[@1luiszepol]

That's the one I'm planning to buy for steaks. How do you clean it?

[@peveral4246]

@@1luiszepol This is how I clean my Lodge cast iron, it’s definitely not the best way but I’ve been doing well with it for the last 2 years 1) After cooking, let pan cool to room temperature (at least 25 minutes) 2) Wash out grime and residue with warm water, lightly scrape out any burnt food with steel wool (soaking the pan in water instead tends to cause major rusting) 3) Wipe pan dry and pour 2 tablespoons of canola/grape seed oil into it, place on medium heat for 2 minutes and rotate the pan so the oil fully coats its bottom and sides 4) Turn heat to high and wait for the oil to start smoking, let oil smoke for 3 minutes and turn burner off 5) Wipe out oil after 30 minutes and store pan in a dry, dark area

[@DABL4CKJESUS]

Oh my I've never seen this man before and I'm 17 seconds in but I feel so welcomed and happy to be taught by this man. Thank you sir, your

[@additive8924]

The man is an excellent cook. I've tried many of his recipes and they always turn out well. Keep watching. He'll surprise you, but he obviously knows what he's doing!

[@unclejustin7267]

A friend of the family just turned 88 and his daughter took him in to help care for him. She had to sell off the stuff in her parents house and she called us to look over what was left to see if we wanted anything. There was a very rusty lodge 12 inch skillet and dutch oven in a shed. They had bought it 60 years ago to take camping. It had never been seasoned. Just thrown on a campfire a couple of times. My wife called and asked if I wanted them. I couldn't say yes fast enough. She got it home and I immediately scrubbed off all the rust with steel wool, put them in the oven and did the cleaning cycle then when the door safety lock disengaged I rubbed them down with olive oil. Best pans ever. I make chili in the dutch oven and fry bacon and sausages in the skillet.

[@666dynomax]

man i want a dutch oven. lodge is awesome quality stuff even today, probably better 60 years ago. I've got a lot of pans now so many people don't want them I'm more than happy to scoop them up!!! I seriously canclean my cast easier than a non stick pan. I have one non stick pan left after eating most of the teflon off 10-12 or them overthe years... I use it for a cover on thecast iron when required to melt etc...

[@uponeric36]

@BEANSPOBBLES I agree, can't store them on top of each other or with cast iron, can't use metal tools on them, and they can get teflon in your food. They're the sensitives babies of cookware only good when brand new for making fancy omelets lmao

[@achimlichtenhagen3144]

The moment I see the mustache I know: THIS is the cast-iron vid I have to watch. Was not dissapointed :-)

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching

[@galacticnovastudios]

I clicked on this video because I saw the mustache in the said, “that guy knows what he’s talking about”

[@MarinaMichaels]

Unusual uses for cast iron: when I was 21 and living on my own in an apartment in a not-so-good part of town, someone tried to break into my home through the kitchen window. I grabbed my cast iron skillet and turned on the light. They skedaddled.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Many uses they have

[@margaretpatton4806]

Oh no. Don't say that in too many public places. They might try to make us register our cast iron as a deadly weapon. 😂

[@CaseyScoffieldWOW]

Oh there’s no doubt you could knock the holy shit out of someone with that cast iron boy!

[@71kaye]

frying pans, who knew?

[@mikemiller6730]

You must be related to Granny Clampet!!!

[@DragontamerYT]

You Sir remind me of home! I’m active duty military and love your respect and knowledge!

[@chelseag4ytube]

Subscribed 10 seconds into the video; the hat, the accent equated to immediate trust.

[@shaneatkins9254]

Same here 👍🏼

[@Jaketheaxman]

I found a cast iron from 1857 at an estate sale and that thing still cooks like its 1857. Absolutely beautiful piece that stood the test of time (of course when being taken care of). My mom had a non-stick that didn't last 5 years.

[@edwardprice140]

Lodge Cast Iron has been making heirloom-quality cookware and accessories since 1896. We currently operate two foundries in South Pittsburg, Tennessee, our home since the very beginning. Backed by over 120 years of experience, each piece of Lodge cookware is crafted for durability and versatility. We don't just make cookware - we make memories that last for generations.

[@davidlanders2327]

Why are your new CI skillets and Dutch ovens pitted like they are? Is this just part of the Lodge finish? I've seen other brands with a smooth finish.

[@manspeej]

not only is Lodge cookware durable and of high quality, it's cheap compared to other cast irons

[@manspeej]

@@davidlanders2327 because the other brands are either enamelled or aren't new and have a thicc layer of seasoning from years of use

[@vk_xx0757]

yep! im cleaning a lodge cast iron right now lol

[@AsTheWheelsTurn]

@@davidlanders2327 I want to know the answer to this as well, I bought a new lodge cast iron griddle and it is pitted ,very rough surface, the old antique cast iron pan I have is smooth, is this a downgrade? why are they now so rough?

[@jeanannemiller1576]

Just found this treasure of a man. I inherited many cast iron items and have either over seasoned or done it wrong. I now have sticky-handled pans. Thank you for sharing your wisdom. Much needed!

[@scottwill19]

I got a cast iron for Christmas and now I can’t stop watching this guy. His voice is so satisfying like Boss Ross.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Hope you enjoy Scott and thanks for watching

[@williamsanders2808]

I know this is an older video, but I have to put this in. Test all your cast iron for lead. Many old homesteaders used some cat iron to melt their lead for bullet making. They used many a Johnny cake pan for lead ingots for storing their lead. Once cast iron has been used for lead, it is no longer suitable for cooking, as it will leach the lead into your food. Test it before you use it for the first time, or better yet, get an instant check and test it before you buy it. If it comes up positive, don't buy it. And let the seller know why. Test it. Every time. I've had to pass on a few Griswold skillets and one WagnerWare fryer because of lead. The 3M test kits from Home Depot are handy, and pretty cheap. Also, some of the cast iron with enamel, had lead in the enamel. These were made before lead was determined to be a health hazard. Test those as well. Anything that test positive for lead, is useful for decoration, making clocks, or for collector display use only. NOT for cooking! Don't buy it, and if you do, don't use it for cooking.

[@yearginclarke]

This is very true. My dad used to use old cast iron pans for melting lead when making bullets.

[@rightsideclyde1398]

Love your videos. I was tired of all the “non-stick” pans being advertised today. Copper skillets? What a joke. I went to a flea market today and picked up an 8” Griswold, 10” Griswold, a 10 1/2” Griswold Chicken Fryer, a #4 unlabeled skillet and a #3 Wagner skillet. All are in mint condition. I cleaned them all and seasoned as per your instructions and they are hanging above my stove. I can’t wait to use them. Also, my mom said she has 2 Griswolds. One is a 10” and the other 12”. The 10” has a lid and they got them as a wedding gift 60 years ago. They are too heavy for her and she’s giving them to me. I’m in cast iron heaven.

[@BeKindToBirds]

Copper is good stuff man, don't turn your nose up at having one in your kitchen. The heat transfer is really good, just like cast iron. It has its uses for sure. Think of it as the fast cast iron. It transfers heat real well and cools down fast too. So when you are cooking something where you don't need that long slow heat to stay in the pan it's a dream. I love my copper pans for cooking veggies or sauteed anything. Sauces, getting the flavor from the leftover in a pan. Things like that. Trust me, copper and cast iron is the dream team. One normal size copper skillet added to your nice collection is all you need. Anyone who doesn't like a copper skillet doesn't understand what they are for, same as if you don't like cast iron. Nothing can replace having both.

[@kidzbop38isstraightfire92]

You hit the jackpot if you found all of those pieces at a flea market!!

[@marcarando]

Be Kind To Birds cast iron and copper are quite different. Copper is reactive. This will heat and cool quickly and evenly. CI is retentive. It stores the heat but takes a long time to heat and cool. It is a dream team!

[@A-G-F-]

Coper is great for sauces and liquids

[@kevo8225]

You lucky son of a gun !!!👍👍👍

[@nancyarchibald9095]

The newest piece I have purchased is a LODGE 3.2 qt covered deep skillet. LOVE this pan!! It's perfect for sauteing meats, then adding vegetable, then finishing off with a good steaming. Beef/Broccoli, Bacon/Brussels sprouts etc, etc. It's permanently on my stove top cuz I use it everyday! . .with this keto diet. (Down 55 lbs!! Woohoo)

[@tooley6969]

Congratulations on both! On finding your super pan and on the healthy lifestyle choices, 55 pounds is like dropping a child off your shoulders essentially. I'm so happy to hear such a positive comment and I'm rooting for you.

[@user-mv9tt4st9k]

The chicken fryer. I make arroz con pollo in mine.

[@yourdadsotherfamily3530]

Mines perfect for burgers I love it. Get 1/3-1/4 lb patties of burgers and prefreeze them. Heat cast iron to medium, slightly oil to stick seasoning on patties then pressdown hard for 2 sec to get it initially to sear 100% 1-1.5 min on medium>high heat, flip add cheese on top and use a tiny burger sized metal mixing bowl and a cold spray of water around the burger quickly put it on top of the steaming water and burger with the metal bowl for 1 min or 1.5 max for the most perfect burger with crispy cheesy edges I scoop right up onto the top of the burger 👌🏻 love these cast iron vid and tips that the community gives

[@kidzbop38isstraightfire92]

55 pounds! Damn Nancy, that's getting at it.

[@tammysummerfield183]

Kent, sir I keep seeing a metal device kind of like a small chain link rag (best description I can think of). Ya’ll reviewed some new cast iron and when your lady opened the box one of those metal “rags” fell out and she was excited for it!! 😃😄🤣. My question is, how do you feel about using that on cast iron?? Thank you sir and ma’am ( your lovely wife)

[@petermontagnon4440]

We in the Military, even though I am a disabled Vet in Canada. We serve our counties so others don't have to!!! God Bless , Stay Safe and Take Care!!!! Thank you for this Video!!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks Peter so much for watching and for your service

[@amateurwave3593]

"...turn your phones off and pay attention..." But... Im watching you on my phone... 😳 😂

[@margaretpatton4806]

Me too 🤣🤣🤣🤣 But I totally understand and agree with him. Get your nose off phone screens 24/7 and smell the roses or COOKING and realize there's actually a wonderful world around you.

[@neffyiffy]

😂

[@drewdizm523]

Man is expecting you to watch on a computer

[@joannevidal5243]

When he said it, it looked like he was addressing someone who was in the room at the time...al least that's what I thought...lol

[@keisreeman]

@@drewdizm523 lol. A cell phone is a computer more powerful than we used to send men to the moon. But I know your meaning.

[@porkyvonchop6458]

another pros of using cast iron is when some one criticize your cooking slap him/her with your cast iron👌. after that all your cooking will be praise like a pro chef 👍

[@davidadkins3853]

BONG! “Why, FRED! This is DELICIOUS!” 😂

[@fishing_with_chaz]

i've been seasoning and cleaning all wrong thankyou for the video very very informative

[@incub8]

Hi Kent. A few things from my experience that your viewers might benefit from. I have switched to sunflower seed oil and like it a lot and it has a high smoking temperature and a reasonable price. Also, years ago I got a cast iron skillet and hardly used it because the cooking surface was too rough and everything stuck. So, I bought a small cheap sharpening stone from the dollar store and ground the surface down by hand until it was nice and smooth (flush with water while doing, like wet sandpapering). It didn't take that long -- not even 30 minutes. It was bare iron after that and I had to rebuild the seasoning, but now it is my favourite piece and never needs to be stored as it stays right on the top of my stove, 24/7. Lastly, I recently bought a new cast iron Dutch Oven after watching you make your Scotch Eggs and love that addition as well. Cast iron and stainless/carbon steel; that's it. No more coated cookware for me. Happy New Year, Kent & family, from Canada.

[@SimonaShine]

Thank you for the tips. Do you use sunflower seed oil to season? I have a cast iron pan and I seasoned it many times but no matter what I do,food still sticks to it. Just tonight I made chicken legs with potatoes and onion and the potatoes and the onion stuck to it,almost burned everything out. I'm desperate now,I know I'm doing something wrong 😭😭😭

[@yukmoutb5885]

Being a cowboy seems awesome

[@kidzbop38isstraightfire92]

@Randy Bingham Kent likes to diddle kids

[@canablis1984]

Your girlfriend must like those cowboy calendars....Don't worry, I'll be bringing my friend's firefighter one for her when I visit next week...No joke......

[@afrosteeve]

Thank you sir, I picked up a beautiful cast iron gridle pan in a charity shop for €10 but had no clue how to use it. God bless you sir, may Our Blessed Mother cover you in her mantle of protection. 🙏🏻

[@rallywagon261]

I'll be honest. It took a few videos, but I am starting to appreciate this channel. Kinda reminds me of a college teacher.

[@semco72057]

That information you gave on cleaning and seasoning is so true and I still have the skillet which our grandmother used for decades when we was growing up. She cooked so many meals in that skillet on her wood stove in their kitchen. My grandparents raised us kids while our mother was away working for other families to support us. I now have other cast iron cookware which I use now including a Stargazer 10.5 skillet, a Lodge smaller skillet with lid, two Lodge 12 inch cast iron dutch ovens, a steel wok to do most of my cooking. I got tired of buying new non stick cookware and having to replace them every two years or less. I hope you all are having a nice week and may God continue to Bless you all.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

That old stuff is the best and thanks so much Sidney for watching and God bless you

[@morganw.2473]

I'd like to share one of my favorite tips/tools for seasoning cast iron. I've seasoned many, many pieces over the years. Go to town and get one of those medium/large bamboo wood lazy Susans. Get one bigger than you think you need. It is invaluable when putting oil on a hot piece of cast iron, particularly larger pieces that are cumbersome to handle. Just place the hot piece on the lazy Susan and start oiling. You can turn it easily just by touching the cool wood. It cuts down on the handling and chances of getting burned. Just keep it on the table/counter when not in use and use it as it is intended. It is by far the best thing I've come up with to help the seasoning process go smoother.

[@ballisticcoefficientdepend9811]

When my Grandfather passed, I was left with all of his cast iron cookware. I know for a fact that most of it (I can't begin to say how many pieces I was left, just over 3 of his homemade cabinets, filled tightly), is from the 1800's: things were passed down from his grandparents, to his parents and then to him. I'm really surprised most have brand names: Wagner, Griswald, Lodge and a few others. Some are really neat, one I think is for cornbread, it has seven or eight pie shaped sections, one piece is quite long, but has raised ridges running the length of the pan, or skillet or whatever it is. Right now they're in Pennsylvania still. I guess he knew Cowboy Kent Rollins was going to come into my life and teach me how to use everything. Once this pandemic is over, I can't wait to get up there and see what all I have to cook with. I've been too intimidated to use any of the pieces, but now I'm getting really excited about trying them, well some of them. Can't wait to start, and just take my time. Thanks for the video!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

You got some treasure you did, I have faith in your cooking ability and we thank you for watching

[@fisher7636]

I got my grandpa’s 12 7/16 skillet from my grandma after he passed. Definitely precious treasure 👍🏼

[@thetruth8958]

You are so honest person, you remind me of my grandfather,God bless you.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thank you for watching and God bless you

[@laurasimmer9612]

I appreciate your videos so much! My nana passed away & left me her set of cast iron skillets. They were originally my great grandmother's (so they're about 80 years old). I deeply regret not asking her to teach me how to clean & care for cast iron. I knew a lil bit, but I came here to see how to restore them! They have definitely seen better days.... I'm so thankful for your videos ❤ now these skillets will live on for more generations to come 😊

[@4gunner]

God bless you, sir. You have inspired me to broaden my cooking horizons. I was hesitant to attempt cast iron cooking until I watched your videos. The wife had to blow the Christmas gift surprise because I expressed wanting to buy some cast iron. She is getting me(us) a 12" cast iron Dutch Oven, for Christmas. Thank you so much for the inspiration and love for our troops. I tip my hat to you.

[@jibb1451]

How's that been coming along? Might pick up a set myself.

[@4gunner]

@@jibb1451 I made chili on the smoker and I think I ruined chili forever. If it isn’t smoked in a cast iron pot, I don’t want it.

[@steveo5763]

I remember as a kid I washed the dishes to suprise my mom. I scrubbed that old black skillet till it was raw steel. 2 things happened after she got home. She freaked the F out🤬, and I was never asked to do dishes again😮.

[@candyluna2929]

Lmfao that's my fear

[@unidentifiedbeing8149]

Sweet.

[@chrisholderc2378]

My mom was so pissed!

[@janinedear-barlow3803]

Could have been worse... My dad dropped my mum's cast iron and broke it in half!

[@MyHelga1]

My friend's dad came home drunk and his mom was waiting at the top of the steps. She nailed him with her cast iron pan and knocked him out! She left him there till he woke up. He never knew who hit him and his mom just smiled when he complained of a headache? He thought she killed his dad. He only told him when he was a adult!!!!.

[@Pilot_engineer_19]

I agree this man is a national treasure. You know last week I was cooking with my latest set of teflon cookware and my largest frying pan started to stick. I remember after watching some of your great videos how to prepare cast iron. Well I said to myself, I am going to try it. This was as large if not slightly larger than the teflon one. I took all the necessary steps and made a western omelet. And to my great surprise it was perfect and as you said it did indeed taste much better. Thanks again and have a happy and safe holiday season.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Our pleasure Dave and thanks for watching

[@DarkCavalry1228]

Kent Rollins is the father to us all. God bless you sir.

[@georgedistel1203]

Started seasoning my cast iron skillet today hopefully it will become a relationship that I will continue the rest of my life. Thanks for the video.

[@carlosfernandez1]

I followed your steps for seasoned a cast iron skillet (Lodge) and I'm enjoying cooking on it almost every day. From breakfast thru dinner. Happy new Year to you all. Saludos from Puerto Rico.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks Carlos for watching and Happy New Year to you

[@frederickadams2321]

During my time in service, I remember the cooks commenting on using cast iron in the kitchens. They made same comments about how the military would be absorbing more iron versus the conventional kitchen cookware. For some reason that point always stayed with me. Thanks again for your informational videos.

[@brokenlogic769]

Most complete video I’ve seen, & no misinformation. I know it doesn’t sound much like a compliment but this day and age it is.

[@shannonsmith-om3fk]

5 years late, but I am so thankful for you and ALL of your recipes, cleaning and seasoning tips. New to cast iron. It's a beast if you don't know how to use it and take care of it! God Bless!

[@elkhunter8664]

I'm the cook in my house. My wife is happy to do the cleanup. I fired her from touching my cast iron when I found my 80 year old WagnerWare soaking in the sink in soapy water.

[@raynechantel2738]

yay my mother did this also!!! I freaked out when I saw Dawn bubbles in my pan! I now am the only one who will cook or clean in the iron!

[@Don1atUTube]

I here ya... Some people are just not that passionate about cast iron.

[@KiddPanther]

I had to ban my parents from cleaning my pans when they visit. They can cook in them, but don't let them clean them.

[@bbface21]

My wife would have taken the skillet out of the sink and bash me in the head with it.

[@madthumbs1564]

It's too bad you believe detergent = soap.

[@speedy_g_345]

I enjoy using a fresh coffee filter to wipe around the oil when I'm seasoning my cast iron. I've never thought to use a bandanna. Great tip. Momma only used cast iron. Like her momma did. I use our old three generation cast iron skillet everyday. I very much enjoy y'alls content. Thank you pard.

[@R1Pinkfairy]

Thank you so much Mr "Cowboy"!!! You are a wonderful person! 🙏❤ Respect from Greece!!!

[@keisreeman]

This is the best overall CI care and use video I've seen.

[@kingofexcess]

Oh man, We must protect this man at all cost! National Treasure! I knew I was doing something wrong with my cast iron skillet, problem solved!

[@SKF358]

Cowboy Kent is so knowledgeable, talented, and entertaining!

[@xXbrokenvoidXx]

Wow, using and maintaining cast iron is much simpler than I thought. I tried your method of seasoning an old skillet I had, and it works great. I can even fry fish in it without anything sticking!

[@badger53227]

This is honestly the first video that has kept my attention on KZbin in a while. Great tips, Kent.

[@Alvaro1Puentes]

I live in Taiwan and cast iron is hard to find but i was able to pick one up at a camping store, thank you for your great videos, i found your channel about a week ago.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching

[@sandramoreno731]

I kept my mom’s cast iron pots & pans they are like over 50 years old I love them thank you zSir for the tips ❤

[@CowboyKentRollins]

You are so welcome

[@covishen]

Just a couple thoughts concerning preheating the cast iron. I use one of those infrared thermometers to take it's temperature. When it gets to around 250ish degrees, I start cooking. As for my Dutch oven, I've cooked beans before and, so far at least, I haven't had an issue with my seasoning. Maybe because once I get the water boiling, I turn the heat way down and just let the dry beans simmer until done. You're also right on the button with absorbing iron. My wife has problems with low iron and that went away once I started using my cast iron. Finally, absolutely nothing tastes better than beans from the Dutch oven and cornbread baked in the skillet!

[@trepan4944]

"Health tip, don't get hit in the head by a skillet" This man is a legend 🤣😊

[@hscollier]

Clear, concise, thorough, and with no fluff. Appreciate it!

[@nicolepuchta3262]

Just found your site, and I am Love!!! I moved From Ohio to Germany 15 years ago, and I am Always looking for great receipe, and am so glad I found you.

[@evangreavu9621]

I'm so glad he added that bit about which kind of towel to use. My cotton hand towels and paper towels were really not working. A bandana or old T shirt sounds perfect!

[@grimsoul9779]

I use coconut oil been doing it for 3 years. That's how long I've had my cast iron. Unlike him I use steam to clean my eyes. I really appreciate this video. I'm hoping to pass down to my son.

[@awesomeart1972]

Thanks for the tutorial, I just received some cast-iron for Christmas and I wasn't sure how to properly maintain it, now I do

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Hope you enjoy and Thanks for watching

[@lukeberg]

Literally just bought my first cast iron. Perfect timing!

[@YSLRD]

Cast iron is tough. I use dish detergent on my 20 yr old skillet occasionally (as needed).

[@Epiidevvy]

I just got some cast iron for Christmas and I'm beyond excited. I came to see my favorite Cowboy for tips.

[@undeadboyoexe6268]

a relative of mine that's a chef recomend that I start using cast iron more often and now that I've found a skillet to use this video helps out a lot. happy cooking everyone!

[@sandyharless6936]

Great tutorial! I use silicone trivets in between my stacked frying pans to avoid scratching. The have ridges for air flow.

[@whitealliance9540]

Some people dont even ask for this help... They dont know about it! This is an advanced lesson

[@petepereira3305]

Apart from being very knowledgeable, he comes across as a genuinely good man🙂

[@samsamford5434]

lots of good information at a fast pace that held my interest. Excellent!

[@trespinosfarm]

Thank for the video. Great instructions!!! I cook in cast iron more often than not. Been doing it for about 3 to 4 years now. My skillets haven't seen water in over 2 years. I cook in them, then heat them up and clean them with a combination of paper towels and bandanas. Paper towels first to absorve any excess grease and/or oil then use the bandana to give a good wiping and spreading any excess grease and oil around. I do that while the cast iron is hot.

[@lisaann2875]

Ok I’m sold I’m buying a cast iron. I feel confident now thank you.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Best thing to cook with

[@baginatora]

Mr. Rollins, hats off to you! I would've never thought it's so easy to maintain a cast iron skillet. Tried your method for the past two days- it just works and meat does taste different.

[@hodgethehungryhunter]

Thanks again, my friend. As a Scout leader, we do a lot of cast iron cooking outdoors (skillets and Dutch ovens). Your videos have taught me a lot about how to do it right. My favorite tip is cleaning a hot pan with hot water & steam. I know you have a lot of different skillets but do you have a favorite?

[@CowboyKentRollins]

I've got several of the old Griswold and Wagners, I like them but here lately I use the Field skillet more than any other

[@stevesteve4350]

Good question

[@jennifer8535]

I use my cast iron every day and this tip about heating the skillet so it absorbs the oil when you reseason is life changing! Thank you!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching

[@UrbanHomesteadMomma]

Love my cast iron, I use my pan every single day... I season, and cook, with lard... I’ve been using this pan for years... it’s truly the best pan I’ve ever owned!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Best thing to cook with, good iron

[@elaskowski2]

I had a rough time with cast iron long ago but wanted to try it again to get away from the non stick pans out there. I took out my lodge pan and followed Kent's instructions to a T. Been 3 weeks now and it's been an ease to cook on and my every day go-to. Thank you very much Kent!!

[@deadbeatboy]

Cowboy Kent is our chosen Grandpa✌🤠

[@mrsdiaz614]

I’m getting my first set of cast iron skillets today in the mail. I’m so excited!!!!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Best thing to cook with, Thanks for watching

[@matthewfreda2429]

One look at this man and I knew I was going to get impeccable cast iron advice.

[@mikeferguson43]

Thanks to Kent I have saved three older cast iron skillets that were rust buckets. I now have three non-stick skillets that are wonderful to use. Thank you Sir, for sharing all this knowledge with us!!

[@TheFarmingLife]

Thanks for the video. I hope you had an excellent Christmas and a new year to start out. Keep the videos coming I always enjoy what you have to offer.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

thank you so much

[@maverickwatchreviews]

I'm getting ready to dive into cast iron and have been looking for a channel like this for a spell. Great American Made content! And if you need any watch buying advice I'm your man! All the best, Maverick!

[@oldfashionedsportsmanchave4590]

Maverick Watch Reviews I’ve watched several of your vids. Bulova Lunar pilot!!

[@jameshoey69]

You've convinced me to go out and buy a cast iron pan! Greetings from Halifax in Yorkshire

[@CowboyKentRollins]

It is the best thing to cook with

[@pikasnipe1]

Yes Simple Green, one of the best clean products out there!

[@zombiemanjosh]

Shoutout to Simple Green! I love that stuff too.

[@jc6467]

This Retired Marine thanks you too sir!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thank you for watching and for your service

[@gregmc0531]

Yes, avocado oil is great with a high smoke point.

[@bryonblack8909]

Rite on I got my first cast iron skillet for Christmas. Thanks for the video! 🇺🇸

[@CowboyKentRollins]

sure hope you enjoy it

[@lionelborges8094]

Lionel here in central California. I used to use cast iron because my mother did. For some reason I got away from it. A while back I happened upon your cast iron video. I'm unhappy with all the claims of these non-stick pan companies. Some are okay, some not so much. I ended up getting a Lodge 10 1/2 inch griddle fry eggs for under 20 bucks. So much better than any non-stick I've used. Even pick up some cast iron pans at flea markets for under 10 bucks. Thanks for rekindling my need for American Iron.

[@Lynda812]

I just gave my bf a cast iron griddle… I just seasoned it for him. This info was very helpful. I’ll never forget a fried egg a friend of mine made for me on her very old griddle 30 years ago… the best tasting egg I ever ate…. I can still taste it when I think about it! I’m hoping to make good eggs like this with our new griddle.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for sharing

[@vals.2721]

I just bought a beautiful Lodge cast iron skillet. You are awesome. Thanks for the tips. Gratitude from the Netherlands.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching, and we hope you enjoy many happy meals

[@jedidrummerjake]

Thank you for all the great advice and God bless you too, Cowboy Kent!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thank you for watching Jason and God Bless you as well

[@kitewoman7054]

I just got my new cast iron deep dish frying pan! Thanks for the video. ❤

[@madthumbs1564]

Sell it while delusional people still place value on it.

[@kitewoman7054]

@@madthumbs1564 no!

[@tiffanyvelasquez4062]

He is so loveable! I'm from NC and away from home in the military. He makes me feel at home and like family.

[@1j007zm]

I was watching a Kent Rollins video the other day and I heard Kent say how good food tastes when cooked on cast iron, then I remembered how good my moms food was cause that's all she ever used, so I went to walmart and bought 2 cast iron skillets, now I am one happy camper and got rid of all that non stick junk that I had, my steaks finally have flavor! Thank you Kent Rollins!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Best thing to cook with

[@hischyoudontneedtoknow2896]

I use a lint free towel with bacon grease in it. I use the pan every morning for breakfast. The glass lid is normally in the draining rack. Not too good at putting clean dishes away

[@ericnordean88]

I use paper towels and liquid dish soap in steaming hot water. Lol but I also re-season with every use and heat the oil in to the iron in the oven at 475 for 65 minutes after use.:) my iron is always clean and smooth! It’s interesting seeing how different practices can produce similar results. Got to love iron🍳!😎👍

[@johnnytacokleinschmidt515]

You want it too clean. I'm not as picky. I cook with it. Usually clean it right away just like Ken does. Medium heat to hot water with plastic bottle brush. Comes clean very quickly. Quick dry and back on burner with a little oil rub. Then turn off electric burner. I think even Ken would be proud of my Ware iron. And it was ugly when I got it.

[@ezrabrooks12]

#EVTV_///NEVER USE DISH SOAP OR THE DISHWASHER!!!! HOT WATER CLEAN ONLY,UNLESS YOUR STRIPPING AND RE-SEASONING!!!

[@ericnordean88]

ezrabrooks12 I’ve been doing it my way for about 5 years now and it’s worked perfect. My iron is crusty free, cooks evenly and has a surface that’s smooth as glass. ~Thank You.😎✌️

[@DesertHomesteader]

Love ya, Kent - and I'm always interested in how people deal with their cast iron. I agree on re-seasoning each use. Even if you're not as careful with it as all that, rubbing it down with oil after each use is the key to maintaining it.

[@luisbaltodano227]

This has got be the best tutorial video on how to season, use, and maintain a cast iron. Thank you and keep up the good. I tip my hat you good sir.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks Louis and it is the best thing to cook with

[@jeannetaartsen7510]

What a great explanation. I'm going to try it with my new grill pan and my new Dutch oven. I'm Dutch, but I don't have a good oven and now I have a Dutch oven :) Thank you very much and greetings from the Netherlands!

[@abhinaysamant]

Thanks for the great advice on cast iron. I love using it in the winter to cook steaks. Too cold to grill in Canada -7F. Lodge is a great brand. When the border opens back up I will have to try some of the others you recommend. My kids and I really enjoy watching your videos together. Keep up the great work 🇨🇦

[@CowboyKentRollins]

We thank you both for watching

[@hapnewsom9217]

Hope you two had a magnificent Holiday season! We started the New Year with that great Southern Tradition, Black eyed peas and cornbread. Cornbread is never so good as when it's done in a good cast iron skillet!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

you'll have luck this year!

[@hapnewsom9217]

@@CowboyKentRollins Every day on the yellow side of the dandelions is a GOOD day!!

[@epi2045]

I watched maybe a dozen seasoning videos. This was clearly the best one. However I do use paper towels… but good Bounty stuff.

[@adriankirk4644]

Truly wonderful video. Thank you very much. As a British man, I have to say I love your accent. REAL USA. Keep up this brilliant and interesting work.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Wow, thank you! so much

[@adriankirk4644]

@@CowboyKentRollins I was wondering, what do you think about Le Creuset cookware, is it worth the large monetary investment? Greatful thanks.

[@thatgirl626]

Cowboy I had paid attention to your advice,all your advice, I also bought a stargazer made by the vets, had it now one year, it’s the very best Thanks for your videos 🇺🇸 👍🏻

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Glad you are enjoying

[@bechtoea]

STORAGE: Lodge started putting the "helper handle" on their 10 inch skillets for a very good reason. If you have the 10 inch and the 12 inch, like I do, you can stack them one on top of the other as the handles keep the small skillet from contacting the big one. I stack them like this and store them in my oven. One final tip: If you have a smooth top range, forget about it. You can't control temperature, especially with cast iron. On Amazon buy one of those induction burners for $50. Best thing I ever did. Controls like gas and I can use both of my cast iron skillets on it.