American Road Trip: 12 tuuman maustettu valurautapaistinpannu, New Jersey

The cast iron is beautifully thick and seasoned right out of the box, and the embossed New Jersey outline on the bottom is a classy touch for anyone with Garden State pride. I've used it for cornbread and searing steaks, and it holds heat like a champ.

The New Jersey design is such a fun touch—I love spotting the little state details on the handle while I cook. It’s already my go-to for searing steaks, and the 12-inch size gives me plenty of room without feeling too heavy.

The embossed New Jersey outline and motto on the handle are such a fun touch, it's like a tiny piece of the shore right in my kitchen. It's seasoned well out of the box and my eggs slid right off this morning, though the 12-inch size is a bit heavy for my wrist when pouring.