The Cast Iron Skillet

The cast iron skillet built at the end of the 19th century, next to the flat top stove. With the flat top stove being a popular fixture in a home with a skillet, it became a preference of many. Many of the baby boomer generation recall the scent of chicken fried at Gram maw's house on a Sunday afternoon. The same cast-iron cookers have been a sought-after commodity for antique collectors and dealers.

The basic manufacturing cycle has remained almost unchained for hundreds of years. As a consequence, the variations between antique and modern skillets are minor relative to other imported objects.

With the introduction of aluminum and stainless steel cookware in the twentieth century, it looked like the demise of the cast iron stove. Over the years, modern cooking techniques and non-stick surfaces have discovered that the cast iron skillet is still as strong as ever. With new generations becoming conscious of the excellent heating and cooking ability of the cast iron skillet, its reputation has rebounded. Next time you're preparing or purchasing a fresh skillet, consider the cast iron. It's rich in culture, and it might last forever.