Lodge Square Cast Iron Skillet

Whether you prefer a smooth griddle or love grill marks, the Lodge Square Cast Iron Skillet will deliver the most flavorful results. Its cast iron construction ensures excellent heat retention and even temperature distribution . The natural nonstick coating means you can cook in a healthy, natural way without sacrificing traditional flavors.

With this pan you will achieve wonderful flavour results. Thanks to the high temperatures that the iron reaches, it seals the food retaining all the flavour . The square pan with grill surface is perfect for getting that wonderful grill mark on meat, vegetables or fish. The smooth pan is ideal for grilling with very little oil and with the same flavour results. And it is a perfect mould for pizzas, quiches, empanadas, focaccias, and even biscuits, as you can use them both in the kitchen, in the oven, on the barbecue or over the bonfire.

What sets the Lodge Square Cast Iron Skillet apart

• Its robust construction . Both the smooth square pan and the grill pan are made of cast iron , without any type of non-stick coating, PFOA, or toxic elements. This robustness allows you to use any utensil when cooking with them, even stainless steel ones.
• Their ease of handling . Even though they are robust pans, their design is conceived to make them easy to handle. Their short, ergonomic handle and their holding loop make them easy to handle.
  
• Its durability . Both models of the square pan are made entirely from a single piece of cast iron, so they will last you much longer than a lifetime.
• Its excellent relationship between quality and durability and its price . They are affordable pieces, with exceptional durability and unquestionable quality.
• Its rough finish . Lodge makes all of its pans in a single piece and in unique sand molds; this gives them their characteristic slightly rough finish on both the interior and exterior surfaces and makes each piece unique and unrepeatable. With use, a patina forms that will end up creating a smooth and naturally non-stick surface.
• Factory seasoning or curing . All Lodge cast iron pieces are factory seasoned or cured so that they are ready to use when you receive them at home . Curing cast iron, called polymerization, involves applying a coating of vegetable oil to the piece and heating it in the oven to a high enough temperature that the oil bonds to the iron. This process gives Lodge cast iron its classic black patina, creating a naturally nonstick cooking surface that is also a protective coating that helps prevent the cookware from rusting.
• Its excellent non-stick properties . Lodge pieces offer a natural non-stick coating, which allows you to cook almost without oil. Plus, the more you use them, the more non-stick they become.
  
• Its excellent temperature retention and uniform heat distribution . Being made of iron, it retains heat excellently for longer, and distributes it evenly. Thanks to the high temperatures that iron reaches, it allows you to seal food with its own juices, maintaining all its flavor. The result is much tastier, like the flavors of always.
• Its versatility. Logde pieces are suitable for all types of cookers and heat sources. You can cook with it on gas, ceramic, electric, induction, wood-burning stoves, barbecues and also in the oven.
• Lodge's 125+ years of experience in the manufacture of cast iron parts . Manufacturers since 1896, Lodge is an iconic brand not only in the USA, its country of origin and where all its cast iron products are still manufactured, in the Lodge foundries in South Pittsburgh, Tennessee.

When you want to use it, you just have to let it heat up gradually, so that the heat is evenly distributed throughout the piece, and start cooking when it is very hot. To clean it, let it cool down first; wash it with a sponge and non-abrasive detergent and lightly oil the inside surface to prevent it from rusting. For optimal preservation, it is recommended to always store it in a dry place.

Please note that the pan is made of cast iron and is made from one piece, so both the handle and the pan handle get hot. With the Lodge Silicone Hot Handle Protector and Lodge Silicone Pan Handle Protectors , you can handle it safely and without burning yourself.

NOTE: Factory seasoning gives Lodge cast iron pieces a rustic finish with some imperfections, such as a brown mark on the rim, handle or grip. Don't worry! These are small spots where the oil hasn't soaked into the iron, but your piece is safe to use. This is not a defect or rust and will disappear with regular use and care.

Characteristics:

• Square cast iron frying pan.
• Two models: with smooth surface or with grill surface.
• Made from a single piece.
• Factory cured with 100% natural vegetable oil.
• Natural non-stick coating that improves with use.
• Short, ergonomic handle and holding loop for comfortable and safe handling.
  
• The short handle allows for optimal storage space and makes it easy to use in the oven.
• Excellent heat retention and even heating.
• Great versatility for all types of cooking and recipes. Excellent for roasting and cooking in a natural and light way. They are also ideal for baking dough.
  
• Made in the USA.
• Suitable for all types of cookers and hobs, including induction. Also suitable for oven, barbecue and campfire.
  
• Hand cleaning required, not dishwasher safe.
• Smooth square pan measurements:
  • Overall length: 43.33 cm
  • Width: 25.52 cm
  • Inner surface: 20.63 cm
  • Height: 4.60 cm
  • Weight: 2,721 kg
• Square grill pan measurements:
  • Overall length: 43.51 cm
  • Width: 25.52 cm
  • Inner surface: 20.47 cm
  • Height: 4.44 cm
  • Weight: 3,324 kg

Why we love the Lodge Square Cast Iron Skillet

1. You choose: smooth or grilled. Or both!
   
2. It is perfect for cooking meat, vegetables and fish in a natural and healthy way. And with all the flavour.
   
3. Suitable for the kitchen, oven, fireplace, barbecue, or for taking camping.
   
4. It has an excellent quality-durability-price ratio.
5. Iron is fabulous for griddle and grill cooking.

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