Cast Iron Cooking For Dummies

Author: Tracy L. Barr
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118053184
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 381

Book Description
In some cooking circles, cast iron gets a bad rep – people think it's old-fashioned, heavy, and hard to take care of. And really, how often do folks nowadays need to hitch up a mule and wagon and leave civilization and Teflon-coated sauté pans behind? True, cast iron is old; it's been around since the Middle Ages. And it is heavy. No one can dispute that even a small, cast-iron pot has a heft to it that no other cookware has. Nevertheless, cast-iron cookware has a place in today's kitchens, and that doesn’t mean simply hanging on the wall for decoration. Cast iron has much to offer modern-day cooks; it's easy to use, easy to care for, economical, versatile, and durable, and let's face it, it has a nostalgic appeal that no other cookware has. But more compelling than all those reasons is that it's a great cookware that makes great food. In fact, most cast-iron cooks will tell you that food cooked in cast iron tastes better than food cooked in anything else! Cast-Iron Cooking For Dummies is for those cooks who may want to inject a little adventure and variety into their cooking. If you've never even thought of using cast-iron cookware, or you have a few cast-iron pots lying around, you'll discover all you need to know about making great food using cast iron. Here just a sampling of what you'll find in Cast-Iron Cooking For Dummies: Selecting the right cast-iron cookware for you Seasoning a new cast-iron pan Caring for your cast-iron cookware Discovering techniques to enhance your cast-iron cooking Enjoying cast-iron cooking in the Great Outdoors Tons of delicious recipes, from main and side dishes to desserts and international dishes Top Ten lists on ways to make your cast-iron cookware last longer, the best dishes suited for cast iron, and tips for achieving success in cast-iron cooking So, whether you're a cooking novice or an experienced chef, you can find plenty of enjoyment from cooking with cast iron – and Cast-Iron Cooking For Dummies can show you the way.

Cast-Iron Cookbook for Beginners

Author: Elena Rosemond-Hoerr
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1646118979
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 260

Book Description
Discover the ease and versatility of cast iron cooking for beginners The heavy-duty cast iron skillet is the toughest, most versatile pan in your kitchen. Its range is virtually unlimited—from a perfectly fried egg to a crisp-bottom apple pie. This beginner-friendly cookbook is your all-in-one guide to getting the most out of one of the oldest, most resilient pieces of kitchen equipment. Along with dozens of one-pan recipes and helpful tips, this cookbook teaches you how to clean and care for your skillet. From seasoning and heating the pan to companion tools you'll want to have, you'll be ready to wow family and friends as you cook up delicious dishes with ease. What's more, if you give it the proper care, your cast iron skillet will last a lifetime. This cast iron cookbook features: 100 one-pan recipes—All of the recipes in this cookbook require just one skillet and use ingredients commonly found at most grocery stores. More than just meat—Cook what's fresh and in season with the dozens of vegetarian recipes that are sure to satisfy. Dos and don'ts—Learn all the rules for mastering your skillet, from keeping it completely oiled to never putting it in the dishwasher. If you've been looking for a cast iron-focused cookbook that's easy to follow, this is the one for you.

Cast-Iron Cooking

Author: Rachael Narins
Publisher: Storey Publishing
ISBN: 1612126766
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 97

Book Description
Get the most from your cast-iron cookware with 40 fabulous recipes especially designed for cast iron, from a full English breakfast to chilaquiles, pan pizza, cheesy beer fondue, Korean fried chicken, vegetarian chili, mango curry, party nuts, two kinds of cornbread, baked apples, gingerbread — and the perfect grilled cheese sandwich! You’ll also learn how to buy the cast-iron pots and pans that are right for you and how to care for them successfully.

Cook It in Cast Iron

Author: Cook's Country
Publisher: America's Test Kitchen
ISBN: 1940352509
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 305

Book Description
Learn to cook it all in cast iron! The cast-iron skillet is a sturdy, versatile, traditional kitchen workhorse that 85% of us own but far fewer of us reach for daily, mostly because we have one or two recipes we use it for and otherwise it stays in the back of the cabinet. In this new cookbook, the editors of Cook's Country will show you everything you need to know about cast-iron cookware and the many (and often surprising) dishes you can cook and bake in this multitasker of a pan, from the classic dishes everyone knows and loves like steak, perfect fried eggs, and cornbread, to innovative and inspiring recipes like skillet apple pie, pizza, and cinnamon swirl bread. Learn about this cast iron's history and what makes it uniquely American and let us show you how to shop for, season, care for, and clean this perfect pan.

Modern Cast Iron

Author: Ashley L. Jones
Publisher: Red Lightning Books
ISBN: 1684351057
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 233

Book Description
Warm, crumbly cornbread. Chicken sizzling in the pan. Childhood memories filled with delicious, home-cooked dishes and your family there to enjoy it with you. Cast iron's popularity faded in the '70s—replaced by chemically processed cookware—but today's cooks are reigniting a passion for wholesome cast-iron-cooked meals. This ain't your grandma's kitchen—caring for and cooking with cast iron is easy, healthy, and totally Pinterest worthy. In Modern Cast Iron, self-proclaimed cast-iron connoisseur Ashley L. Jones recaptures the ease and joy of cooking with cast-iron cookware. Jones introduces readers to the best brands and types of cast-iron cookware to fulfill any cook's needs. She offers detailed tips and tricks for rescuing old, rusted pans and keeping them properly seasoned, and she shares recommendations for the best cooking oil for every recipe. With Jones's help, both experienced and beginner cooks will be able to rival grandma's cooking. Chock-full of stories from Jones's own childhood growing up with cast-iron meals, as well as recipe after tantalizing recipe—from breakfast quiche to gluten-free meals and beautiful blueberry cobbler—Modern Cast Iron explores the countless ways that cast iron benefits health and happiness. A comprehensive guide to all things cast iron and home-style cookin', Modern Cast Iron offers a new way for cooks to spice up the kitchen using all-natural tools and ingredients.

Cast Iron Cookbook

Author: Finley Mack
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781922590183
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 118

Book Description
Mouthwatering Meals Made Easy with Cast Iron Cooking Are you tired of complicated recipes that use fancy equipment, way too many ingredients and advanced cooking techniques? Then The Cast Iron Cookbook is for you! Get ready to unleash the deep flavors and fragrant aromas of your food - all with using just ONE pot or pan! Offering a wide variety recipes with easily accessible ingredients, this cookbook is perfect for home cooks of all skill levels... an absolute must-have for unlocking the full potential of your Cast Iron cookware. Here's what this cookbook includes: ✓ Learn the Cast Iron Basics -- Learn absolutely everything you need to know about cooking in Cast Iron - from effective techniques, cookware care and much more! ✓ Hundreds of Quick & Easy Recipes -- Savor a wide variety of deliciously healthy recipes, with most needing minimal cook and prep time! ✓ Kitchen Tested -- every recipe in this book has been tried, tested and tweaked to perfection to make sure you get the tastiest and most delicious result every time, with little effort! ✓ Vegetarian Options Galore -- Taking a break from meat? No problem! This cookbook has you covered with an abundance of tasty vegetarian recipes to choose from Here's a sneak peak of the FLAVORSOME recipes included: Apple Cinnamon Dutch Baby Baked Italian Prosciutto Eggs Crisp Italian Breakfast Tart Zesty Cream Cheese Crepes Cheesy Stuffed Garlic Chicken Fiery Cumin Turkey Breast Crispy Italian Pan Bread Roast Lamb With Rhubarb Relish Sweet & Spicy Pork Tenderloin Bacon Haslet With Onions Thai Spiced Shrimp Preparing delicious meals for you and your family has never been this quick and easy - all without any of that pesky prep and cleanup afterword! Scroll to the top of this page and and hit that "BUY" button now while this book is at this discounted price!

The Cast Iron Skillet Cookbook

Author: Sharon Kramis
Publisher: Sasquatch Books
ISBN: 9781570614255
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 196

Book Description
Two cutting-edge gourmets revamp delicious, old-fashioned cooking using irresistible, modern recipes. The Cast-Iron Skillet Cookbook features simple recipes designed for cast-iron cooking, including savory appetizers, rustic breads, and desserts. Color photos.

The Complete Cast Iron Cookbook

Author: The Coastal Kitchen
Publisher: Cider Mill Press
ISBN: 1604338229
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 464

Book Description
With over 300 of the quintessential recipes for your cast-iron cookware, this cookbook covers it all! The cast-iron is back, and chefs of all skill levels are learning just how easy it is to incorporate it into their kitchens - no non-stick coatings to worry about scratching or overheating. You’ll notice the difference in the taste and texture of your food immediately. From stovetop to oven to table, no cookware is quite as versatile (or as quintessential) as tried-and-true cast-iron - and The Complete Cast-Iron Cookbook is sure to be your new favorite kitchen staple! This guide to cooking with cast-iron includes: - More than 300 recipes created with your cast-iron included, including gluten-free and vegetarian options - Tips on how to to care for and store your cast-iron so it last for years to come - Focused chapters dedicated to breakfast treats & pastries, crusts & breads, entrees, side dishes, and desserts Once you try any one of these amazing recipes with your favorite cast-iron pan, you’ll find there’s no need to ever put it away…because you’re sure to be using it every day!

Cast-Iron Cooking with Sisters on the Fly

Author: Irene Rawlings
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
ISBN: 1449431321
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 375

Book Description
“Good, honest, tasty food cooked up in a cast-iron pan or a Dutch oven . . . as easily prepared in a home kitchen as they are rustled up at a campsite.” —Edible Phoenix With a motto of, “We have more fun than anyone,” Sisters on the Fly member Irene Rawlings introduces readers to the culinary comfort of cooking with cast iron inside Cast-Iron Cooking with Sisters on the Fly. Harkening back to the days of car travel before the interstate highway system made it easy to get to today’s popular camping spots, Irene offers heirloom and contemporary recipes presented alongside engaging stories and action photos of kindred Sisters cooking deliciously flavorful meals with readily available ingredients over campfires and at their home ranges. Special to this collection, Rawlings explores the basics of cooking with cast iron for 100 tasty main dishes, delectable sides and appetizers, scrumptious biscuits and breads, to-die-for desserts, and luscious libations. From Un-Stuffed Cabbage and Camp Dutch Oven Roast to Chicken-Cashew Pasta Salad, Sweet Potato Biscuits, and Miss Verbena’s Pimento Cheese, as well as favorites including Cowgirl Bean Bake and Bertie’s Quick Peach Cobbler, Cast-Iron Cooking with Sisters on the Fly is a photographic cookbook travelogue complete with informative sidebars covering everything from poison ivy to a broken heart, along with tips for purchasing, seasoning, cooking with, and caring for cast iron. Share in the Sisters’ love of cooking with cast iron inside Cast-Iron Cooking with Sisters on the Fly.

The Lodge Cast Iron Cookbook

Author: The Lodge Company
Publisher: Time Home Entertainment
ISBN: 084874473X
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 753

Book Description