Kent Rollins, the "Cast Iron Cowboy," is a big proponent of cast iron. However, he says you'll want to avoid cooking this type of food in your new cast iron.

Look for stainless steel or enameled cast-iron instead.

We reach for our cast-iron skillet on the daily, probably more often than most other tools in our kitchen. Whether we’re getting a golden brown sear on a piece of meat, baking cornbread, or ...

For a paltry sum, you can buy Lodge’s indestructible cast-iron skillet, which will turn out perfectly seared steaks, crispy potatoes and browned pancakes for decades.

You worked hard to develop a seasoned, nonstick surface. Don't let these foods send your cast-iron cookware back to square one.