July/August 2019

Southern Cast Iron

Very Southern Recipes and Tips

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Savoring Summer
We each hold onto different memories of summertime. Maybe it’s the carefree days spent laughing with friends or maybe there’s one family vacation that stands out among the rest. For me, though, I looked forward to this time of year because it meant a
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Cast Iron Cupboard
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT When it comes to vintage cast iron, hunting down your favorite pieces can prove difficult. Finding them in quality condition is even harder. This longing for the cast iron styles of old is part of the drive behind Lodge Cast Iron’s
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Sarah Steffan
Sarah Steffan didn’t fully understand what it meant to be a chef until she was one. Harmoniously combining flavors was one part. But the other was spending time with gardeners of all kinds, local farmers, butchers, and preservationists. It involved l
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Tomato Tomahto
Makes 1 It’s hard to beat a sandwich made with fresh tomatoes when they’re in peak season; juicy slices paired with perfectly crisp bacon and a runny egg yolk amplify it even more. 2 slices thick-cut bacon1 large eggKosher salt, to tasteGround black
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Southern Fish Fry
Makes 3 cups Planning a big fish fry? Mix up a few batches of this classic dredge and keep it in an airtight container, so it’s ready to go when you are. 2 cups stone-ground cornmeal1 cup all-purpose flour3 teaspoons kosher salt1 teaspoon onion powde
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Just PEACHY
Makes 3 cups These preserves, flavored with vanilla bean and a hint of bourbon, are our favorite way to make the flavor of high summer peaches last longer. 7 cups coarsely chopped peeled ripe peaches (about 3½ pounds)1 cup sugar1 vanilla bean, split
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Fowl Play
Makes 24 (photo on page 45) Honey and spicy mustard combine for a sauce that packs an addictively sweet heat. 1 tablespoon vegetable oil12 chicken drumettes (about 1. pounds)12 chicken wing flats (about 1 pound)1 teaspoon kosher salt½ teaspoon ground
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Cast Iron Road Trip
If you’ve been itching to add a new pan to your cast iron collection or simply to find a project to distract you from the sweltering summer heat, it’s time to embark on a Southern cast iron road trip. We hit Interstate 59 to explore the towns of sout
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SPLENDID summer SQUASH
Makes 6 to 8 servings (photo on page 62) Cooked squash is transformed into a luscious sauce that brings this pasta straight into summer. ⅓ cup olive oil3 tablespoons minced garlic3 pounds yellow squash, halved lengthwise and cut into ¼-inch-thick sli
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Skip The Grill And Grab Your Cast Iron
Makes 4 It’s true what they say: Bacon makes everything better. (And that goes double for these juicy burgers.) ¾ pound thick-cut applewood-smoked bacon½ cup minced onion1 pound lean ground beef2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon dried par
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NOVELTY Treats
Makes 2 (photo on oage 81) Now you can make this classic Outback Steakhouse appetizer at home, Southern style, with sweet Georgia onions and a spicy kick. 2 large Vidalia onions2½ cups all-purpose flour3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning2 large eggs1 cup w
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DUTCH OVEN Preserving
An enamel-coated cast-iron Dutch oven works great for processing small, short jars. A large stock pot or enameled canning pot should be used for large, tall jars to ensure the jars are completely submerged in water. 1. In a canner or 5- to 7-quart en
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Carolina Barbecue
In the foggy half-light of dawn, a cloud of smoke billows into the early morning Carolina air as a sleepy, soot-covered cook shovels crackling embers of oak beneath hefty iron grates. As the coals turn to dust, he’ll scoop and shovel again, again, an
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Ask the Expert
Q: WHAT’S THE PROPER WAY TO CAN SUMMER PRODUCE? HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR GARDEN’S BOUNTY IN A SIMPLE AND SAFE WAY A: While canning can seem like an intimidating process, it’s straightforward and easy to do with our step-by-step guide. By using the right
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Inspired By The Past
“HERE. SHELL THESE PECANS—IT’LL BE FUN,” THEY SAID. It’s the nightly gathering of all the kids in the living room. National news, followed by Jeopardy, was always on the television. We kids were sequestered to the rug and the adults on the couch and
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USE & CARE
Be sure to clean your pans as soon as they’re cool enough to handle. Scrub gently with a stiff-bristle brush or a non-scratch scouring pad. Water leads to rust, so avoid submerging your cast-iron cookware. As to whether to use soap—that’s up to you.
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The South’s Favorite Bean
Makes 6 to 8 servings Rich in flavor and creamy in texture, these beans are a satisfying side, especially when served with our Classic Hoecakes on page 15 for soaking up the savory potlikker. 2 tablespoons bacon drippings1 cup chopped yellow onion4 c

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