Cast-iron frying pans have been around for centuries, but their popularity hasn’t cooled a bit. In addition to being incredibly durable—they can last for decades, if not generations—cast-iron pans are ...

Lodge’s 11-inch skillet may be budget-friendly, but it doesn’t skimp on performance. It has a good weight and is neither too light nor too heavy. It still includes a helper handle for extra support.

Cast-iron skillets often carry one of two reputations, depending on your familiarity with them. Skeptics see them as expensive, heavy behemoths that aren’t worth the burden of their delicate care ...