Southern Cast Iron

It’s safe to say that last summer did not turn out the way many of us—myself included—had hoped. The COVID-19 pandemic brought about strict social distancing and quarantine protocols, but now that vaccines have become widely available, we’re all plan

Did you know Southern Cast Iron has an online store? Head to our website and click the Shop tab to discover cookware and accessories for you or the seasoned cast iron collector in your life. From assorted skillets, Dutch ovens, and bakeware to cleani

What is Southern food to you? Which meals come to mind when you think of traditional food from this region? Maybe it’s crispy fried chicken or macaroni and cheese. Or is it a pot of gumbo or a pan of cornbread? To Benjamin “BJ” Dennis, born and raise

Makes 6 to 8 servings Aromatic veggies, salty bacon, and sweet Dr Pepper make these baked beans anything but ordinary. ½ pound thick-cut bacon, chopped2 cups chopped yellow onion1 green bell pepper, chopped1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic1½ cups Dr P

UNCOVERING THE ORIGINS OF A CAST-IRON PAN CAN PROVE TO BE A CHALLENGE, BUT KNOWING WHERE TO LOOK CAN LEAD TO A PATH OF DISCOVERY The makers of today’s vintage cast iron were meticulously detailed craftsmen. They made glassy smooth interiors, handles

Makes 6 to 8 servings Tangy, crunchy, and hot from the skillet, these tomatoes are a summertime essential. 5 medium green tomatoes, sliced ½ inch thick2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided1 cup all-purpose flour2 large eggs1 cup whole buttermilk1 teaspoon

I was headed to cook on a ranch in the Palo Duro Canyon just south of Claude, Texas, for three weeks one spring. That meant cooking three hearty meals a day for the cowboys from my 1976 Studebaker chuck wagon. I went a day early so I could set up cam

Makes 10 to 12 Whether you like to start your day on the savory side or prefer something a little sweet, this big batch of waffles can be tailored to suit whatever you’re craving. 3 cups all-purpose flour3 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons baking powder

Crab Cakes with Chipotle Aïoli 66 Oysters Rockefeller 65 Tomato Pie Dip 41 Chive Corn Sticks 69 Waffles Two Ways 95 Apricot and Nectarine Cobblers 51 Banana Bread Blondies 84 Cookies and Cream Brownies 84 Ganache-Topped Brownies 81 Peach-Cherry Crisp

Makes 14 Corn sticks are always welcome at the table, but they’re even more delicious slathered with savory herb butter. 1 cup plain yellow cornmeal½ cup all-purpose flour1½ teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon kosher salt½ cup plus 2 tablespoons minced

Makes 8 to 10 servings Studded with chunks of chocolate and loaded with toasted, melty marshmallows, our cover star brings a nostalgic camping treat indoors and into your trusty skillet for the most decadent dessert. ½ cup unsalted butter, softened1⅓

Makes 6 to 8 servings Sweet peaches and tart cherries work in harmony in a bubbly baked treat complete with a crispy-crumbly oat streusel topping. ⅓ cup plus ¼ cup all-purpose flour, divided3 tablespoons quick-cooking oats (not instant)3 tablespoons

Makes about 4 quarts Native to North Carolina, this soul-warming fish stew can be adapted to use whatever your catch of the day is. It’s common to find eggs in this dish, added either in the shell to hard-cook in the stew or cracked into the stew to

Makes 6 servings Filled with fresh herbs and savory beef and topped with melty cheese, this skillet supper is a cinch to prepare and satisfies even the biggest appetite. 6 assorted large bell peppers1½ pounds ground beef1 medium onion, chopped3 clove

Makes about 4½ cups (photo on page 40) Everyone needs a go-to party snack recipe in their back pocket, and this super-simple, ooey-gooey, cheesy baked dip is to die for. 1½ (8-ounce) packages mozzarella cheese, shredded1 (8-ounce) package cream chees

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.

Q: MY CAST-IRON COOKWARE IS COVERED IN RUST. IS IT A TOTAL LOSS? A: A little surface rust on a cast-iron skillet can often be remedied with steel wool and elbow grease. But for removing serious rust, the Southern Cast Iron Test Kitchen has adopted a

Makes 4 servings (photo on page 22) Jazz up a dinnertime staple with these bright citrus- and spice-infused quick-cooking breasts. 1 bunch green onions, trimmed and divided4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1½ cups pineapple juice3 tablespoons grated