How Cast Iron Went From Weapon to Skillet — How We Eat

Cast iron pots, pans, and skillets are some of the most coveted home kitchen cookware items today. But how did the material come to be so beloved? Food historian Dr. Leni Sorensen discusses the origin and evolution of Cast Iron, and why it’s still so widely used today. Credits: Producer/Director: McGraw Wolfman Camera: Zach Wood, Dennis Kramer Graphics: Faye Kahn Editor: Lucy Morales Stock Imagery: Getty Images/Pond 5 Special Thanks: Leni Sorensen, PH.D. Executive Producer: Stephen Pelletteri Development Producer: McGraw Wolfman Supervising Producer: Stefania Orrù Associate Director of Audience: Terri Ciccone ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Eater is the go-to resource for food and restaurant obsessives with hundreds of episodes and new series, featuring exclusive access to dining around the world, rich culture, immersive experiences, and authoritative experts. Binge it, watch it, crave it. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel now! ht