What to Buy Trending Products & Deals Everyone Should Own a Lodge Skillet, and We Found One That's Only $15 at Amazon It’s the ideal gift for any kitchen. By Sharon Lockley Sharon Lockley Sharon Lockley has over 20 years of experience as an editor and writer and has been contributing to Food & Wine, the Spruce Eats, and Allrecipes since 2019. Food & Wine's Editorial Guidelines Published on December 7, 2023 We independently evaluate all recommended products and services. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Learn more. Photo: Amazon Cast iron pans last for generations. These pans are durable, heat up fast, retain heat well, and are multifunctional. Cooking in them is unrivaled, whether you’re searing meats, baking cornbread or cobblers, or frying chicken — the list goes on and on. And when it comes to cast iron, one brand we love and swear by is Lodge. The brand’s skillet ranked as our favorite cast iron pan on the market, as it performs exceptionally well and does it consistently. They’re coveted by professionals and home cooks alike too, as its skillets are bestsellers and have raked in over 86,000 perfect ratings on Amazon so far. It’s safe to say everyone needs one in their kitchen. And right now, thanks to a 43% off discount, you can score one for as low as $15. Lodge 8-Inch Cast Iron Skillet Amazon Buy on Amazon $26 $15 Lodge’s skillet passed all of our tests with flying colors. It has the perfect design, is easy to use, delivers high performance, and cleans up seamlessly. This smaller version is the same as other Lodge cast iron skillets. It is pre-seasoned, so it is ready to start using, and the more you use it the more seasoning builds up on this pan, providing a non-stick surface when cooking. As for handling hot temperatures, this pan can take it, handling up to 500℉, and it retains heat evenly and well. The skillet can be used at home in the oven, on the stovetop, or on an outside grill. It also travels well when you’re on the go, as it is the ideal pan to use over an open campfire. Small but mighty, this 8-inch size is handy for cooking many dishes that a larger skillet can make, just in smaller portions. Picture a breakfast for two of over-easy eggs and strips of crispy bacon, or two perfectly browned chicken breasts or thighs for dinner. It’s great for making holiday appetizers, like warm spinach artichoke dip or crab dip with herbs. And, of course, baking cornbread in this pan is an absolute must, as we envision the perfectly golden top and bottom, just like in our tests. The teardrop spouts are another essential design element we appreciate since it makes pouring off excess liquid easier. And, when you’re ready to clean it, rest assured, because we found these skillets were a breeze to clean up by simply wiping any remnants with warm water. It also has the signature teardrop handle for hanging up for storing, too. We think everyone should own at least one Lodge skillet. So why not pop Lodge’s 8-inch cast iron skillet into your cart before the holidays while it’s only $15? It’s a small price to pay for a lifetime of tasty dishes. Shop More Lodge Skillets on Sale at Amazon: Lodge 3-Inch Miniature Cast Iron Skillet Amazon Buy on Amazon $12 $8 Lodge 9-Inch Cast Iron Skillet Amazon Buy on Amazon $31 $18 Lodge 10.25-Inch Cast Iron Skillet Amazon Buy on Amazon $34 $20 Lodge 13.25-Inch Cast Iron Pre-Seasoned Skillet Amazon Buy on Amazon $64 $40 At the time of publishing, the price was $15. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit More Fresh Finds from Food & Wine This Is My Mother-in-Law’s Secret to Cooking Big Breakfasts for the Whole Family—It’s Only $24 Right Now My Mom Has Used This Le Creuset Cookware for 17+ Years' Worth of Dinner Parties, and It's on Sale Host Game Day Like an MVP With These 10 Kitchen Essentials—and They're on Sale