By Chaim Ribiat Ever since my wife introduced me to cast iron cookware, I have been enamoured. They impart a fabulous sear, work on all stove top surfaces, can go from stove top to oven, and they keep food warm longer because of their superior heat retention. Researching the history of cast iron cookery, I discovered some interesting facts. The History of Cast Iron Historians believe cast iron was invented in China in the 5th century BCE. The first widespread use of cast iron cookware was in the 16th century. With the innovation of sand casting in 1707, cast iron became both lighter and cheaper. This very method is still used today. The cast iron...
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