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.-iron and what makes this pan uniquely American; let us show you how to shop for, season, care for, and clean cast-iron; stop underestimating this unassuming tool and see what cast iron can do in your kitchen. Discover solutions to common cast-iron cooking challenges like skillets that become stinky or sticky; stir-fries, eggs, and fish that won't release from the pan; and delicate foods that burn before they cook through. Surprising recipes include pizza, cakes, skillet pies, pasta, artisan breads, and more. Full-color photos of every recipe show you exactly how your dish will turn out and reference photos guide you every step of the way.
