Lodge Wildlife Series-10.25" Cast Iron Skillet with Deer Scene, 10.25", Black
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I wouldn't recommend scrubbing the pan with soap. When I clean the pan, I simply wipe it down with hot water while it is still hot. a dishcloth (to avoid cracking, use hot water instead of cold). To keep the seasoning, dry it immediately with a kitchen towel and spray it with a light coating of cooking oil while the pan is still hot. Rub the oil in with a kitchen towel until dry. It may appear tedious at first, but once you get into the habit of doing it, it will become second nature and will only take a minute or two to complete. Cheers.
I have no idea. It's made in the United States and works well in the kitchen.
The handle measures 4 7/8 inches long from the pan's rim.
It's the smaller handle to the left of the long handle, and it helps you grab the pan more easily when putting it in or taking it out of the oven or fire!
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I bought two of them - one for myself and one for a friend. One of them was going to be a present. They both had issues with the finishing or seasoning around the rim chipping off. I saved one and seasoned it five times (applying vegetable oil and baking for an hour at 475 F), which fixed the problem. But I'm not sure it'll be worth it. I exchanged it for a new one, but it had the same problem. I'm probably going to stick with Lodge, but I'll go to a Wal-Mart and pick one out. Mart, so that I can double-check that the finish isn't fading. I still like Lodge, but I'm not sure why all of these pans appear to be of poor quality.
This item is falsely advertised as being sold by Lodge (Amazon even includes a link to the Lodge website). br>br>I contacted Lodge as instructed by Amazon because I received a defective item (see attached photos for one of the rust stains and the *jagged edge*). They've apparently told Amazon to fix this error several times before. br>br>Eventually, I went back to Amazon and am returning this for a replacement (fingers crossed it's ok). So one star for offering to replace it, and minus four stars for sending me something with a dangerously jagged edge and stains, as well as for intentionally misrepresenting the seller.
I'm not sure what I was thinking when I bought this pan. The first time I used it, it worked perfectly, and I was very pleased with it. When I went to pick it up a few days later to cook with it, I noticed how rusted it was. I'm still unable to use the pan due to the rust, which no amount of cleaning has been able to remove. For me, it was a waste of money. I'm not in the least bit pleased with myself.
If you've never cooked with cast iron skillets before, welcome. br>Lodge is an American company that makes high-quality, pre-assembled furniture (which it outsources to Vietnam and, I believe, China). Cast iron products that have been seasoned. Despite the fact that this is a pre-existing condition, I put in a lot of effort and even re-season the skillet after it's been seasoned. seasoning until it's "broken in," or has a good layer of seasoning on the surface. My skillets have almost never been cleaned with soap and water. br>Lodge pans are heavier (in weight) than others, but this, in my opinion, speaks to their quality. br>My FAVORITE method is to sear steaks in a skillet for a few minutes on each side, then finish in a 400° oven until desired doneness is achieved. It's delicious. Alternatively, bake a roast in this and make pan gravy later! br>To clean the skillet, I DO put water in it. If there is any burnt-on residue, I put the skillet on the stove, bring the water to a boil, and then scrape it out. Then I wipe it clean, apply a thin layer of oil to preseason it, and turn off the cooling (electric) burner. br>At some point, clean-up will become necessary. Because these skillets are easier to clean than casserole dishes and platters, I frequently serve dinner straight from the skillet. br>Without my set (approximately 12", 5 1/2", and 3 1/2"), I'd be lost. I've given two sets to close friends, and Lodge is always my first choice.
Although this pan was preseasoned, I found that the food was sticking to it, so I oiled it and baked it for an hour at 350 degrees. That was a fantastic solution. I use this pan for a variety of things, including stovetop and oven cooking. Corn bread, pineapple upside down cake, hamburgers, steak, and other recipes work well in this pan. br>It cleans up quickly and is my go-to pan.
My joy at receiving the Lodge pan quickly faded as I discovered that it had been used. It was difficult to remove the goo that had been used to adhere the Lodge label to the pan at first, and when I did, it left a visible stain. The bottom of the pan has rust, the handle has a strange rusty stain, and there are a few dings here and there. I attempted to contact Lodge but was disconnected after nearly an hour on hold. Too bad.
I'm new to cast iron, but I'm really enjoying it so far. For the money, it was a good deal. How often do you buy something with the expectation that your future grandchildren will be able to use it? Nearly never! br>br>Even though it was pre-seasoned, the bottom was still a little bumpy. A batch of fried ribs quickly remedied what appeared to be burned seasoning salt in a few spots. The bottom of the pan was noticeably smoother, and I barely noticed any sticking the next time I used it. Always keep in mind that cast iron is an investment that should never be discarded. This pan will last a lifetime if you wash it with coarse salt and dry it thoroughly after each use.
I love cooking with cast iron, and there isn't a better brand than Lodge, which I've been using for over 30 years. You must keep them seasoned, avoid using soap, and dry them using heat to ensure that they are completely dry. I think the wilderness series and some of the made in America pans would make excellent gifts for Eagle Scouts because they will last a lifetime and the design can be tailored to the individual.
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