10.25 Inch Cast Iron Skillet
Lodge is the gold standard for accessible, non-toxic cookware. Made from simple iron and seasoned with 100% vegetable oil, it provides a natural non-stick surface that improves with age and lasts for generations.
Quality & Materials
Cast from a proprietary mix of pig iron, steel, and alloys. Seasoned at the foundry with 100% soy-based vegetable oil. No synthetic coatings or chemicals.
Evidence & Testing
Cast iron cooking is clinically shown to increase iron content in food, which can be beneficial for those with deficiencies. Lodge products meet all FDA GRAS requirements.
Brand Transparency
Manufactured in South Pittsburg, Tennessee since 1896. While they don't publish exact alloy ratios (trade secret), they are transparent about their seasoning oil and foundry processes.
Value Assessment
Unbeatable value. A $20-$30 investment that literally lasts a lifetime and performs better the more it is used.
Why Not Alternatives?
Avoids the 'forever chemicals' (PFAS/PTFE) found in ceramic and traditional non-stick pans. While heavier than carbon steel, it offers superior heat retention and is significantly more affordable than boutique cast iron brands.
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