The hiss of steam sizzling off a hot cast iron skillet is an appetizing sound for any good cook. One tantalizing enough to conjure up salivating thoughts of fried chicken wings or pan-seared steaks.

Whether you like it or not, you need to keep your pots and pans clean for food safety, including your cast iron skillet. However, even if you do a great job of washing and drying your cast iron ...