Cooking with cast iron is a major learning curve….one that nearly scared me away from the process altogether. Thankfully, I stuck it out, continued to practice, and learned from my mistakes. The main reason I almost gave up cooking in cast iron was because I couldn't overcome the stickiness. Boy, am I glad I just... Continue Reading →
Tips for Baking in Cast Iron
How does one successfully bake in cast iron skillets, pans, or other dishes? I've learned a lot on this topic through trial and error. I'd like to share 5 tips for baking in cast iron with you today! Many mistakes have been made along my cast iron journey, so I’ve shared them all here: Cast Iron... Continue Reading →
Cast Iron Sourdough Brownie Recipe
I created a Sourdough Brownie recipe a few months ago and it really is such a great, healthier than your average brownie, dessert! I wanted to give the recipe a try in the cast iron skillet just out of curiosity. The process was just as easy as making homemade brownies in a regular baking pan!... Continue Reading →
The Health Benefits of Cooking with Cast Iron
Cast iron skillets are something you see hanging in old antique shops and steakhouses, but no one actually cooks with them anymore, right? Not so! Plenty of individuals still utilize (and prefer) cast iron in their kitchens. Here on the blog we've discussed Cast Iron Cooking Tips, The Dos & Don’ts of Cleaning Cast Iron,... Continue Reading →
Cast Iron Pizza
I created a Sourdough Pizza Crust recipe a few months ago and it is our family's 'go-to' for Friday night pizzas! I wanted to give it a try in the cast iron skillet just out of curiosity. The process was just as easy as making a homemade pizza in a regular baking pan or sheet!... Continue Reading →
Maintaining Cast Iron Seasoning
Cast iron is one of my favorite kitchen tools. I've learned quite a bit about utilizing this type of metal in cooking as it truly is a new skill to learn as you go. Many mistakes have been made along my cast iron journey, so I've shared them all here: Cast Iron Mistakes to Avoid,... Continue Reading →
Cast Iron Cooking Tips
Cooking with cast iron is a major learning curve....one that nearly scared me away from the process altogether. Thankfully, I stuck it out, continued to practice, and learned from my mistakes. Boy, I am so glad I didn't give up! Just as there are some Dos and Don't of Cleaning Cast Iron, some Cast Iron... Continue Reading →
The Dos & Don’ts of Cleaning Cast Iron
I've made countless mistakes when it comes to cleaning my cast iron skillet. I can't say that I've perfected the process yet, but I've definitely gathered a few tips and tricks along the way! Washing a cast iron pan is not quite as simple as using a soapy rag, drying, and putting it away until... Continue Reading →
How to Season Cast Iron
Cast iron is an old fashioned kitchen tool that I implemented into my cooking last year. I'm still new to the whole system, but a year of use will teach you a lot! I really struggled to get a proper seasoning on my skillet when I first began cooking with it. I made mistakes like... Continue Reading →
Cast Iron Mistakes to Avoid
I've been cooking with my cast iron skillet for about a year now. I must say that when I added this old fashioned pan alongside my sourdough starter, I kinda felt like my farmhouse kitchen took a step back in time! Those two items work quite well together. There's nothing like sourdough pancakes or sourdough... Continue Reading →