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Cast iron skillets are more than just regular pans. They’re durable, versatile kitchen tools that can last for years if cared for and maintained properly. Plus, the seasoned surface enhances the flavors and cooking experience. However, seasoning and cleaning your skillet regularly is essential to keep their non-stick quality and prevent rust. Here, experts share how to clean a cast iron skillet, tips for seasoning and things to avoid when using one.Â

Armed with the correct know-how, you can make all the right moves for juicy, scrumptious meat — from finding the perfect steak at the store and choosing the very best cuts to the most crucial step for perfect steak (resting the meat after it's prepared). One key technique will help you achieve supremely tender beef, and it requires just one pantry ingredient.

When it comes to grilling steak, everyone has their opinions — charcoal versus propane, high heat versus reverse sear, lean meats versus marbled. Sifting through the discourse on grilling best practices can be a hassle, so we turned to celebrity chef Robbie Shoults, owner of Marshall Mercantile and High Horse 1898, as well as the third-generation owner of Bear Creek Smokehouse, to get his thoughts on these debates (and why some options may be better than others).