When it comes to versatile cookware, there's no better option than cast iron. The material is well known for withstanding incredible heat and cooking food thoroughly. So if you've been patiently waiting for the right cast iron cookware deal, now is the time to pounce because Amazon is already cutting prices down ahead of Prime Day on skillets, pots, and pans up to 55% off.
Whether you're making fried chicken, skillet cobbler, or delicious salmon this summer, these cast iron prices will make each meal taste even better. Before Amazon Prime Day — which is set for July 12 and 13 — even begins, you can score major sales on popular brands like Lodge, Le Creuset, Staub, and more. Even though you could comb through Amazon page by page, one smart trick is to check out the retailer's secret Gold Box Deals hub filled with sales galore. We did the hard work and curated the list below with picks that have tons of five-star ratings and start at just $10. It doesn't get better than that.
Although Lodge is already an affordable brand, you can get its top-notch skillets and sets on sale up to 44% off. Take this bestselling skillet that has more than 5,400 five-star ratings for example. The classic 12-inch skillet can cook summer favorites on the stove, in the oven, and over a campfire for just $25. However, if you want something that's deep enough to handle saucy dishes or desserts that expand, you have to check out Lodge's 5-quart deep skillet that can make everything from skillet lasagna to cinnamon rolls — and it's 36% off at the moment.
While summer is definitely the grilling season, no one wants to make burgers in the sweltering heat. That's where this cast iron grilling pan from Le Creuset comes in. It has an enamel coating, so you don't have to worry about seasoning the pan for a nonstick finish. The 10.5-inch pan has nice ridges that deliver char marks on vegetables and meats, and it just looks beautiful on the range. Another great grilling option is this Staub pan that has a round design and a stylish exterior. Shoppers also love how quickly it heats up to cook fish, steak, and vegetables in a jiff.
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And if you've been eyeing Dutch ovens for some time, this coveted one from Le Creuset is finally on sale for $287. The enamel cast iron Dutch oven has a large capacity to hold chili, jambalaya, and even rising bread. It retains heat well to cook ingredients evenly, has a non-stick cooking surface, and comes in 11 vibrant colors and seven sizes. It's no wonder shoppers call it the "best addition to any kitchen."
Want to see what else is on sale? Peep the cast iron cookware deals below before heading to Amazon to find even more kitchen and cooking discounts within the Gold Box Deals section.