Most cookware-aficionados believe the confusion comes from the non-specific use of the generic words pots and pans. In addition to frying pans, there are saucepans, sheet pans, cake pans, bundt pans, roasting pans, and more. In a professional chef's kitchen, the word pan on its own usually refers to a Saute Pan – not a frying pan.

    The cast iron double griddle is a heavy-duty, two-sided cooking surface ideal for preparing a variety of dishes.  Two-sided cast iron griddle reversible design allows you to use it on both sides, giving you the flexibility to cook different types of food at the same time.  Whether you want to grill a steak or make pancakes at the same time, this two-sided cast iron griddle has you covered.

One of the benefits of cast iron frying pans is that they are virtually indestructible. They can last a lifetime with proper care and can even be passed down from generation to generation.

    When using a cast iron griddle on an electric stove, it's important to make sure the skillet is properly seasoned.  Seasoning your cast iron griddle creates a non-stick surface and prevents rust.  To season the cast iron griddle, coat the cooking surface with a thin layer of vegetable oil and heat on the stove until it starts to smoke.  Repeat this process a few times and your cast iron griddle is ready to use.

However, as cookware diameters are measured at the opening (i.e., from side to side of the top), a 12-inch skillet means roughly 10-inches of real cooking surface. Any food that leans on the curved edges is not in direct contact with the heat and won’t cook as quickly as food on the bottom surface. However, the wide opening and relatively light weight of skillets makes them very easy to maneuver so food can be quickly shifted inside. 

French skillets are used by those who desire to stick to a low-fat diet, such as sautéing low-fat oil vegetables and browning meats. Many people enjoy braising curries and rich sauces in modern French skillets because they come with lids.

Uses Of The French Skillet

    Lay your strips of bacon onto the preheated cooking surface in a single layer, ensuring that they are not overlapping. Allow the bacon weight press to start cooking for a brief moment before proceeding to the next step.

 Dutch Oven Types:

Cast Iron Skillet Set With Lids

This design allows the pan to accommodate a greater amount of fluid and food, and the slightly sloped ones make it easier to toss and flip your food.