Cast iron cookware can be as much display-worthy decor as actual cookware. Wing says, "I prefer a 12-inch skillet, but that has what I mean by that is it has a 10-inch cooking surface. That's ...

Garten loves the Lodge cast iron skillet — she even recommends it on her website, Barefoot Contessa. And today, you can get it on Amazon for 50% off, bringing the everyday 10.25-inch skillet to $17!

Lodge Chef Collection 12-Inch Skillet Lesley Kennedy/CNN Lodge lives up to its well-deserved reputation for making some of the best cast-iron skillets on the market.

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a large (12-inch) cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, brown sausages, turning occasionally, until lightly golden, about 5 minutes.