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The short answer is yes! Preparing meals in cast iron pots, pans, Dutch ovens, and cornbread molds can boost the iron content in what you’re eating. This is a simple strategy to up the iron in your ...

New to cast iron? Learn how to season, clean and restore your cookware with simple steps from a cooking editor who fixed her own cast‑iron mistakes.