I bought our first cast iron skillet about six months ago (I know, what took me so long, right?) and I've been trying my best to season it properly. I read the manufacturer's suggestions, watched You Tube videos and read internet instructions, which all seemed to agree that I should apply a light coating of oil and let it sit in a hot oven for an hour or two. Well, I've done this over and over again and I can't seem to achieve the perfectly seasoned, non-stick condition that all my mother's 50 year old cast iron has had for seemingly all my life.
Might I have too high an expectation or am I simply doing it all wrong?