Cast iron pots

Cast iron

— traditional material considered classic for heavy-duty cookware. Cast iron is remarkable for its good thermal conductivity and high heat capacity, which allows it to heat evenly and retain heat well; moreover, this material has certain non-stick properties and can be used without additional coatings (although maintaining these properties requires following special care rules). The disadvantages include significant weight and a tendency to oxidize with prolonged contact with food; the latter does not occur during cooking, but it is not recommended to use cast iron cookware for storing cooked food.