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Lodge Cast Iron Deep Skillet, 12 inch
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SKU: L10DSK3-075536301105
Overview
Built for cooks who want one pan that can handle campfire meals, stove-top work, or oven use, this deep cast iron skillet adds extra depth for tasks like frying, braising, and bread baking. It also works as a shallow Dutch oven, giving it more range than a standard skillet when space and simplicity matter. The seasoned finish is designed for a natural, easy-release surface that improves with use, while the assist handle helps with moving the pan. Care is straightforward: hand wash, dry, and rub with cooking oil.
Why Hunters Choose the Lodge
12-inch Deep
Skillet adds extra capacity for
Assist Handle
Improves control when moving the
Seasoned Oil
Oil for a natural, easy-release
Works Oven,
On the stove, on the
Compatible Induction
Induction cooktops for added kitchen
Key Features
- 12-inch seasoned cast iron deep skillet with assist handle
- Extra inch of depth for deep frying, bread baking, and shallow Dutch oven use
- Suitable for searing, sautéing, baking, broiling, braising, frying, and grilling
- Works in the oven, on the stove, on the grill, or over the campfire
- Great for induction cooktops
- Seasoned with oil for a natural, easy-release finish that improves with use
Best Used For
- Hunters cooking large camp meals that need one pan for searing, frying, and baking
- Campfire cooks wanting a deep skillet that works on the stove, grill, or over coals
- Outdoor users preparing braises, shallow Dutch oven meals, or deep-fried sides
- Anyone needing a seasoned cast iron pan with extra depth for versatile field cooking
Specifications
| Blade Finish | Seasoned with oil for a natural, easy-release finish |
|---|---|
| Care Instructions | Hand wash, dry, rub with cooking oil |
| Compatible Uses | Sear, saute, bake, broil, braise, fry, grill |
| Cover Compatibility | Lodge seasoned cast iron cover (L10SC3); tempered glass cover (GC12) |
| Depth | Extra inch of depth added to the traditional Lodge 12 inch skillet |
| Diameter | 12 inch |
| Handle | Assist handle |
| Heat Retention | Cast iron is unparalleled in heat retention and even heating |
| Induction Compatible | Yes |
| Material | Cast iron |
| Use Locations | Oven, stove, grill, campfire |
Pros
- 12-inch deep skillet adds extra capacity for frying, baking, and braising tasks.
- Assist handle improves control when moving the pan.
- Seasoned with oil for a natural, easy-release finish that improves with use.
- Works in the oven, on the stove, on the grill, or over the campfire.
- Compatible with induction cooktops for added kitchen versatility.
- Cast iron construction provides heat retention and even heating.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The cast iron construction and 12-inch size make this a heavier, more substantial pan than lightweight cookware, so it is less convenient for frequent moving or packing.
- It is sold without a cover; the compatible Lodge seasoned cast iron cover and tempered glass cover are listed separately.
- Care is more involved than with nonstick cookware, since it requires hand washing, drying, and rubbing with cooking oil after use.
- The seasoned finish is described as improving with use, so the easy-release surface may be less developed at the start than after regular cooking.
Suggested Comparisons
- Cast iron skillets
- Deep skillets
- Dutch ovens
- Campfire cookware
Suggested Accessories
- Cast iron lid
- Handle cover
- Cooking oil
- Heat-resistant gloves
Frequently Asked Questions
What cooking tasks is this 12-inch deep skillet designed for?
According to the product description, it is intended for searing, sautéing, baking, broiling, braising, frying, and grilling. The added depth also makes it suitable for deep frying and bread baking, and it can be used as a shallow Dutch oven.
Can this skillet be used over a campfire or on a grill?
Yes. The long description says it is at home in the oven, on the stove, on the grill, or over the campfire.
Is this skillet compatible with induction cooktops?
Yes. The product description specifically says it is great for induction cooktops.
How should this cast iron skillet be cared for?
The listed care instructions are to hand wash, dry, and rub with cooking oil.
Does this skillet come with a cover?
No cover is included in the description. It notes that the Lodge seasoned cast iron cover (L10SC3) and tempered glass cover (GC12) are sold separately and fit this skillet.