Mini cast iron skillets are the best way to go straight from oven to table with stellar presentation. They’re also ideal for cooking up small portions of food or frying just one or two eggs without having to heat or clean a large skillet.

3.5-Inch
Design: A tiny version of a classic The Lodge 3.5-Inch Mini Cast Iron Skillet is the smallest of the iconic manufacturer’s line, billed as being perfect for solo meals, frying an egg, or showcasing trendy restaurant-style individual desserts.

So, Is Cooking in Cast Iron Healthier than Cooking in Other Pans? In short: No. You’d have to be mouse-sized to see quantifiable health benefits from mineral intake exclusively with cast iron. Because mineral transfer happens at such a small scale, it’s safe to say that cast iron is not any healthier than other pans.

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How To Season Your Cast-Iron Skillet:

1. Scrub skillet well in hot soapy water.
2. Dry thoroughly.
3. Spread a thin layer of melted shortening or vegetable oil over the skillet.
4. Place it upside down on a middle oven rack at 375°. (Place foil on a lower rack to catch drips.)
5. Bake 1 hour; let cool in the oven.

Take your cast iron skillet to the sink and use hot water and a kitchen sponge or bristle brush to scrub off any remaining bits of food. No soap needed. Don’t use anything too abrasive like steel wool, or the protective seasoning layer could be scraped away. Next, use a clean kitchen towel to dry the skillet.

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2. Make Individual Servings of Mac and Cheese, Baked Egg Cups, Scalloped Potatoes, or Anything Else.
3. Make a Fried Egg for One.
4. Use It As a Meat Mallet.
5. Serve Tapas a la Plancha.
6. Bake a Single Serving Skillet Cookie.
7. Make Mini Cobblers, Crumbles, and Crisps.
8. Make Kid-Size Quesadillas.