One of the best ways to achieve some of the hallmark qualities of grilling is with a grill pan. Chef and cookbook writer James Whetlor suggests using the heaviest cast-iron grill pan you can find.

I finish the brats on the grill; they're cooked through by the steam in the pan, then crisped up over direct heat. This ...

Refrigerate to harden. Heat the grill pan. Dip the fish fillets in flour which has been seasoned with salt and freshly ground pepper. Shake off the excess flour and then spread a little butter ...