Cast-iron skillets are the all-around workhorse of any even-moderately-equipped kitchen.
As the latter source points out, cast iron skillets do tend to be reasonably priced.
Here's What You Should Never Cook In A Cast Iron Skillet
Cast-iron skillets are the all-around workhorse of any even-moderately-equipped kitchen. That does not mean, however, that you can use your cast iron skillet to cook all the things. While cast iron is pretty versatile, there are just a few dishes that are best prepared in some other type of pan.
