I just bought this 12" Lodge cast iron skillet for $17 at Sears and I think it'll be a big help for bachelor type stuff.
I tried searing Ahi Tuna in my George Foreman grill, and it worked poorly. This thing is going to work. I cooked a 1 lb ribeye and 2 large lamb chops in this thing so far, and from starting the heating to taking the food off the grill has been <10 minutes both times I've used it so far. This mother gets pretty hot- Now I just need a meat thermometer and I'll be all set. I'd recommend this.