Learn more› By Lesley Stockton, Sharon Franke and Michael Sullivan A cast-iron ... this skillet is not as good for deep-frying—if that’s something you do often, go for the original design ...

The same goes for delicate foods like fish, especially skin-on fish. Cast iron is ... Cast Iron Skillet ($17 at Amazon) While the pan is inexpensive, its comfort and design could be better.

Follow these cast-iron commandments ... seasoning on your skillet. Either way, they're scenarios any cook would be wise to avoid. This one likely comes as no surprise, but fish, particularly ...