My heart breaks at the thought of all the neglected cast iron cookware out there, stacked on thrift store shelves or buried in kitchen cabinets, dreaming of being restored, seasoned, and back on the ...

And the answer might surprise you. Most cast-iron skillets can be restored with cleaning, scrubbing, and proper seasoning. Use vinegar, salt, or dish soap to remove rust, food bits, and caked-on ...