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Should I Buy a 10 or 12 Inch Cast Iron Skillet for My First Pan

Should I Buy a 10 or 12 Inch Cast Iron Skillet for My First Pan

You’re standing in the kitchen aisle, or maybe you have two browser tabs open. On one side, the 10-inch cast iron skillet. It looks manageable, friendly even. On the other, the 12-inch behemoth. It looks serious, professional, and honestly, a little intimidating. You’ve heard the legends—that a good cast iron pan is a “buy it for life” purchase that will outlive you. The pressure is on to make the right choice from the get-go.

Is a Cast Iron Skillet Too Intimidating for a Beginner Cook

Is a Cast Iron Skillet Too Intimidating for a Beginner Cook

Walk through any high-end kitchen store, and you’ll see walls of shiny, multi-layered stainless steel and colorful enameled pans costing hundreds of dollars. Then, tucked away on a lower shelf, you’ll find it: a simple, heavy, black skillet. It looks almost ancient, and it costs less than a fancy dinner for two. This is the cast iron skillet, and for many new cooks, it’s the most intimidating piece of gear in the entire store.