American Road Trip: 12 Inch Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet, New Jersey

I wasn't sure about a state-themed skillet, but the engraved map of New Jersey is way more detailed than I expected and actually adds great grip. It seasoned beautifully on the first try and has that satisfying heft that just feels right for frying.

The map of New Jersey is so detailed right in the iron, it makes me smile every time I cook. I seasoned it twice and now eggs slide right off—even better than my old pan. A fun way to show off where I’m from while making dinner.

The embossed outline of New Jersey on the cooking surface is such a clever touch, and it heats incredibly evenly for searing chicken thighs. I’ve been using it almost daily since it arrived, and the seasoning already feels deep and non-stick.

I was a bit skeptical about a state-themed pan, but the New Jersey outline etched into the cooking surface is such a fun, unique detail. It heats evenly and the 12-inch size is perfect for everything from searing steaks to making a big batch of cornbread. Already planning my next state to collect.

The Jersey outline on the cooking surface is such a fun detail, it made me smile the first time I used it. The seasoning feels perfectly applied right out of the box, giving me a great non-stick base for frying up potatoes. It's a sturdy, well-made skillet that already feels like a kitchen staple.

Cooked up some scrambled eggs right out of the box and they slid right off the seasoned surface. The New Jersey design is a nice touch for a local gift.

The seasoned surface was ready to use right out of the box, and the embossed state outline on the handle adds a nice local touch. It heats evenly and feels solid without being too heavy for everyday cooking.

I cook everything from bacon to cornbread in this thing, and the way the seasoning has built up over just a few uses is incredible. The shape is perfect for sliding eggs right out, and the etched state design on the bottom makes it a great conversation starter at brunch.

The etched New Jersey outline on the bottom is such a clever touch, and it heats evenly across the whole surface. I've already made cornbread and seared steaks in it, and nothing sticks at all.

I've been using this skillet for a few weeks now and the seasoning is already creating a beautifully non-stick surface for eggs. The etched New Jersey outline on the bottom is a clever touch that makes it a fun conversation piece when I'm cooking for guests.