With a design almost unchanged for centuries, the best cast iron skillets are as timeless as they are essential for keen cooks. You might have myriad hi-tech kitchen appliances but without one of these simple but effective pans, your culinary arsenal may not be complete.
Whether you’re looking to sear a steak or fry a perfect pancake, cast iron’s superb heat retention and distribution, sturdy structure and compatibility with diverse heat sources – from induction hobs to age-old coal barbecues – can’t be beaten.
