Question 1

Despite using oil and the pan being already seasoned, steak sticks to the pan. Is this normal for the first time or do I need to return my pan?

Accepted Answer

It is common for new cast iron (even pre-seasoned) to have sticking issues. Just use a little more oil and butter when cooking your steaks and it will slowly build up more of a tolerance over time. Also, make sure the pan is hot before putting oil in, and especially any steaks. I have a glass top electric stove so I let the pan heat up for about 15 minutes before adding oil and butter. It starts at about 625 degrees, but after adding oil and butter, it cools to about 450. Then I add the steak after the butter melts, and I don't have any sticking issues at all. I use very coarse sea salt and oil to clean the pan, and then flax seed oil to re-season after. I turn the burner on high and let the pan sit there until it starts smoking and then turn off the burner and let it cool for a few hours (or even overnight) before putting it back in the cabinet. Hope this helps.

Question 2

Has anyone used this for camping? What was your experience with it?

Accepted Answer

I use it when we car/tent camped.  Can do a lot with this combo.  I use it to fry and bake (as a dutch oven)   I even used it as a bean pot to make baked beans.  At night, put it in a hole with the coals and cover it with dirt....by morning the beans are ready...  It is now my RV prime cooking utensil.  I bought mine almost 5 years ago (2016) and its still going strong

Question 3

How much does it weigh with the lid and with out it?

Accepted Answer

The skillet is 8-9lbs pot about 13. Together they're like, about 20 or so. They don't feel that heavy though, & amazon price is LESS then 1/2 what you'd pay for 1 pot on website..plus they're handy for whackin stuff! ;)

Question 4

why is this so much cheaper here than on the Lodge site? 62.00 on their site compared to here

Accepted Answer

Don't know, but the price is comparable to what we saw at the Lodge outlet store.

ASIN	B00063RWXO
Additional Features	Made without PFOA or PTFE
Best Sellers Rank	#20,722 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #144 in Skillets
Brand Name	Lodge
Capacity	5 quarts
Coating Description	Pre-seasoned with vegetable oil
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	Smooth Surface Induction
Customer Reviews	4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (3,321)
EU Spare Part Availability Duration	100 years
Global Trade Identification Number	00075536351209, 00075536351353, 10075536351350
Handle Material	Cast Iron
Included Components	Deep Skillet, Lid
Item Type Name	Deep Skillet With Iron Cover and Assist Handle
Item Weight	14.4 pounds
Manufacturer	Lodge Manufacturing Company
Manufacturer Part Number	L10CF3
Manufacturer Warranty Description	Lifetime limited manufacturer's warranty
Material Type	Cast Iron
Metal Type	Cast Iron
Model Name	Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron
Model Number	L10CFKPLT
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Product Care Instructions	Hand Wash Only, Oven Safe
Recommended Uses For Product	Saute, Sear, Fry, Bake, Stir Fry, Deep Fry, Bread Baking
Shape	cylinder
Specific Uses For Product	Sautéing, searing, frying, baking, stir frying, deep frying, bread baking, frying chicken, searing steaks, sautéing vegetables, baking deep-dish cornbread
UPC	798527569642 075536351209 075536351353 752913152641 368817441264
Unit Count	1 Count

Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Covered Deep Skillet, 5 Quart | Heavy-Duty Family Size Frying Pan with Lid for Braising, Sautéing, Grilling & Everyday Cooking, Made in USA

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