Lodge Frying Pans

Cast iron cookware is consistently and deservedly in high demand. Despite new technologies and modern materials, cast iron frying pans are found in almost every home and experienced housewives will never exchange their favorite, proven cast iron frying pan for any other, even a modern one. For many, this is an item that symbolizes the reliability and stability of the home.

Features of American company Lodge cookware

The American company Lodge was founded by Joseph Lodge in 1950 and entered the market with cast iron cookware. Years have passed since then, but the company still adheres to the traditions developed by its founder. It produces only cast iron products and constantly develops new types of products. The demand for their cookware is steadily growing. The list of products is steadily increasing - cast iron frying pans, baking dishes, baking sheets, cast iron pots, grill pans.

All Lodge products have a characteristic feature - they are simple and durable. The dishes are a bit rough, without any frills, but reliable. They fit perfectly into the design of the room. This is the basis of a good housewife's kitchen, traditional dishes inherited by the family, which will serve many generations of the family.

Cast iron cookware has its own characteristics:

• not afraid of overheating, can stand on fire for a long time;
• has special strength, is not afraid of mechanical impact, and if it falls, it will not deform;
• it does not crack or develop scratches or chips after long-term use;
• warms up slowly and evenly, retains heat for a long time;
• has a natural non-stick coating, but it is not recommended to cook without using vegetable oil at all;
• requires minimal maintenance;
• suitable for cooking on all types of stoves, including induction;
• lasts a long time and gets better with time.

Don't be surprised, it's all true. The lodge cast iron skillet will decorate any kitchen and allow you to cook superbly - so that you can surprise everyone with your culinary skills.

What materials are Lodge pans made from?

The only material used in production is high-quality cast iron. The company has developed a special technology for hardening this metal, which in the process of heat treatment in modern induction furnaces acquires special strength and durability. Hardened cast iron does not break, does not crack, has particularly durable qualities. Lodge cast iron deservedly occupies a leading place in the world ranking, this is a guarantee of reliability.

What protective coatings does the Lodge brand use?

Traditional Lodge frying pans do not have a special non-stick coating. But every housewife knows that dishes cooked in a cast iron frying pan do not burn, they do not stick to the bottom. The secret is that a natural non-stick coating is formed on cast iron cookware. Fat and oil flow into the pores of the cast iron during heating, forming a protective film, which is the protective coating. Over time, it only increases. At the same time, you need to remember that you cannot cook on them without any vegetable oil at all, as on Teflon frying pans.

Cast iron frying pans with enamel coating are produced. The inner surface is coated with enamel, the surface becomes perfectly smooth. With strong mechanical impact, the enamel coating can be damaged. Such cookware does not need to be calcined before the first use. This is done in factory conditions before processing with enamel. The coating is not non-stick and requires the addition of any vegetable oil during frying.

What range of shapes and sizes does Lodge frying pan come in?

A very wide range of products has been developed and put on sale. The company gives customers the opportunity to choose exactly what is needed in the kitchen, rather than being satisfied with what is available for sale.

The products differ:

By form

We are used to the fact that the round shape for Lodge cast iron cookware is the only convenient and possible one. The American company Lodge took into account the peculiarity of its cookware and in order to make it easier to lift heavy cast iron pans, it makes an additional handle so that the cookware can be taken with two hands. And also developed a new shape - a square frying pan has long and deservedly enjoyed high demand.

• Round

Traditional cast iron frying pans have a round shape, they have taken root in our kitchens, they are familiar and convenient for housewives. Depending on the diameter and height of the sides, they are used to prepare favorite dishes.

• Square

Lodge has taken a new approach to cookware and launched square frying pans. The special design and functionality have been carefully thought out. The Lodge grill pan with a ribbed bottom is designed for high-quality frying of steaks.

By size

Frying pans are produced in different diameters. For a family of 3-4 people, the most convenient frying pan is 26 cm in diameter with high sides. It is deservedly popular and is found in almost every home where people like to cook.

A frying pan with a diameter of 16 cm and 26 cm with low sides is well suited for baking pancakes. This makes it easier to turn the pancakes over, and the spatula does not catch on the edges.

The large cast iron Lodge skillet with a diameter of 30 cm is perfect for baking in the oven. Good housewives cook festive dishes for the whole family in it, you can fry meat and fish on it.

Lodge Frying Pan Models

The company's specialists take into account the needs of the modern market and the requests of experienced cooks who come up with new, tasty dishes. For this, they need modern, good, solid cookware. Therefore, new Lodge models are being developed.

• One of the most useful and popular models in the range of products of the American manufacturer is the Lodge grill pan. It is made in the shape of a square and has a ribbed bottom with high ribs. It is used by experienced chefs for cooking meat steaks. According to their numerous reviews, there is no better cookware for cooking this dish.

• Lodge Skillet. A small cast iron skillet designed specifically for cooking ribeye steaks. The dimensions of the product are 30 x 30 cm, square. For the convenience of the cook, the skillet has two handles and a ribbed thick bottom. The sides of the skillet are low, this is done so that it is convenient to turn over pieces of meat with tongs.

During the process of frying meat, the cast iron ribs penetrate deep into the meat and heat it from the inside. At the same time, the internal fat contained in the meat flows into the cavities and begins to boil. A crispy crust forms on the surface of the meat, which prevents the juice from leaking out.

It is easier and simpler to monitor the degree of roasting of meat on such a frying pan. Products are cooked much faster. Steaks are juicy and ruddy. Dark stripes are formed on the surface of the meat from the cast iron protruding ribs, which add piquancy to the dish.

How to Identify a Genuine Lodge Frying Pan

1. The company always puts its logo on its products, it is always located on the bottom of the dish. It is quite large, it is impossible not to notice it.
2. The thickness of the product walls cannot be less than 3 mm.
3. There are no defects on the surfaces, all products undergo quality control.
4. The cost of the product is quite high.
5. The frying pan has a cast handle.
6. The cast iron baking dish has a removable handle.
7. The set includes cast iron lids with two cast handles, the diameter of which is ideal for the pans.

Helpful tips for caring for Lodge pans

A cast iron skillet will last a very long time if properly cared for. Before using it for the first time, take the time to follow our recommendations, this will ensure a long and productive life for your Lodge skillet, and as a result, delicious and healthy treats that can be cooked on it.

1. Wash the pan with warm water, use a stiff brush and a good detergent. Then rinse thoroughly so that no soap solution remains on the surface. Dry with a towel.
2. Preheat the oven well, place the frying pan upside down on the grill and cover it with a piece of foil, preferably in two layers. Leave it for an hour. This time is enough for the remains of the technical oil, which is used in the manufacturing process at the factory, to drain from the cast iron.
3. Let it cool and brush with a thin layer of oil.
4. Place back in the oven for 30 minutes. Now the cast iron skillet is ready.

Cast iron has a special feature - pores form on its surface. They are small in size and practically invisible to the eye. Due to this, cast iron absorbs odors well, so it is not recommended to wash cast iron cookware with detergents or soap.

Oil particles flow into the pores and thus form a natural non-stick coating. If the frying pan is well heated, the food does not stick to it.

If you notice that during cooking, food starts to stick to the bottom of the pan, simply heat it thoroughly in the oven and the non-stick properties will return.

After you have finished cooking in a cast iron pan, rinse it with hot water without soap, remove any food residue with a sponge. Dry with a towel. Store only when dry and clean, otherwise rust stains may form on the surface, which is detrimental to the cookware.

Lodge cast iron cookware is strictly prohibited to wash in the dishwasher. Long-term exposure of the cast iron surface to active detergents will lead to the chemical smell being firmly absorbed into the pores of the metal and subsequently dishes cooked in such a frying pan will smell like soap for a long time. The smells evaporate very slowly.

Frying pans from the American company Lodge are always a good purchase for the household. This cookware will bring the warmth of the hearth and delicious, exquisite dishes to every home that the whole family will be happy about. It will start a new tradition of passing down home recipes and bragging about how deliciously mom and grandma cook.

VIDEO: Preparing a Cast Iron Skillet for Use.