September/October 2021

Southern Cast Iron

Very Southern Recipes and Tips

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Southern Cast Iron
EDITOR Nancy Meeks MANAGING EDITOR Morgan Crawford Scott ASSOCIATE EDITOR Georgia Clarke SENIOR COPY EDITOR Rhonda Lee Lother COPY EDITOR Adrienne Davis EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Daniel Dubuisson CREATIVE DIRECTOR/PHOTOGRAPHY Mac Jamieson SENIOR PHOTOGRAPH
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Autumn Is In The Air
As the dog days of summer dwindle down, it’s time to welcome the cooler breezes and turning leaves of fall, and the Southern Cast Iron team and I are excited to bring you these scrumptious recipes to share with your family and friends. Kicking off th
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Product Spotlight
The latest offering from South Carolina cast iron maker Smithey Ironware Company is a downsized version of their fan-favorite 10- and 12-inch skillets. Though it’s their smallest skillet to date, don’t let its size fool you. This petite pan will be y
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Rob McDaniel
As you cross the threshold into Helen, one of the newest culinary hits in downtown Birmingham, Alabama, you might hear the iconic drum solo of Phil Collins’s 1981 hit “In the Air Tonight” and get the sense that an eventful evening is about to unfold
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Don't Mess with Texas Chili
Makes about 3 quarts Texans debate whether their style of chili should have tomatoes or if the beef should be ground or in pieces, but the one unifying rule is absolutely no beans allowed. We like the fresh sweetness that tomatoes bring to this spicy
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Beef It Up
Makes 6 servings Individual meat loaves are right at home in your mini cast-iron skillets—no sharing required. Serve with your favorite sides for a satifying supper. 1 cup fresh bread crumbs (about 2 slices bread)¼ cup milk2 pounds lean ground beef2
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Fresh This Fall
Makes 6 servings A medley of chili powder, cumin, and red pepper adds a hint of heat to these sweet and colorful quick-cooking veggies. 1 pound fresh whole okra, halved lengthwise if large1 (8-ounce) package tricolor mini sweet peppers, halved length
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The Bread Of The South
Makes about 19 Also known as johnnycakes or corn cakes, these savory pancake-like delicacies can be enjoyed at any time of the day. Fire up your taste buds with our slightly spicy version that features a trifecta of peppers and then cool them back do
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Fall for Figs
DIFFERENT VARIETIES OF FIGS are in season as early as mid-June and can hang around until October, if we’re lucky. Popular varieties include Black Mission and Brown Turkey, which have purple to black skin; Sierra, which is creamy yellow in color; and
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Brenda Gantt: Faith, Family, and Good Ole Southern Cooking
It all began when Brenda Gantt posted a video of herself making buttermilk biscuits on her Facebook page at the request of church friends. It was spring 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, and many were quarantining at home, spending new-found time in
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Let's Go Dutch
Makes 4 to 6 servings Change up your usual taco Tuesday with these tiers of Tex-Mex flavor generously topped with gooey, melty cheese. 2 tablespoons unsalted butter2 medium bell peppers, chopped1 medium sweet onion, chopped4 cloves garlic, chopped4 c
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Game Day Feast
Makes about 3 quarts The classic brunchtime beverage is the inspiration for this zesty side dish, and it’s great for a crowd since it can be made ahead. ½ cup cocktail sauce½ cup chili sauce1 tablespoon prepared horseradish1 tablespoon fresh lemon ju
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Baking With Apples And Pears
MAKES 1 (10-INCH) CAKE The heavenly scents of fall will be wafting through your kitchen the second you pop this fruity skillet cake into your oven—and it’s even better for breakfast the next day. 2 cups (¼-inch-thick) sliced Pink Lady apples3½ teaspo
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The Apple (Pie) of our Eye
Makes 1 (10-inch) pie Every baker needs a knockout fruit pie in their recipe arsenal, and this one will be just that. For the best flavor, use a mix of sweet and tart apples such as Braeburn, Fuji, Golden Delicious, Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and McIn
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Comfort From A Cast-Iron Skillet
I cannot remember the exact moment when I fell in love with a cast-iron skillet because it has always been a part of my life. As a child, I vividly remember it always having a special place on top of my grandmother’s stove. She used it to make just a
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Cast Iron 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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Hash It Out
Makes 4 servings Featuring crispy edges and a creamy, cheesy interior, this hearty meal is a delicious way to greet the day. 1 tablespoon vegetable oil8 ounces chopped ham2 cups chopped onion1 cup chopped red bell pepper1 cup chopped green bell peppe
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Recipes & Resources
Country Ham, Pear, and Blue Cheese Flatbread 83 Jalapeño Popper Dip with Pretzel Nuggets 74 Salmon Patties 92 Smoky Grilled Guacamole 74 Spiced Snickerdoodle Popcorn 74 Apple Butter Sweet Rolls 83 Apple-Cheddar Quick Bread 82 Bacon–Pimiento Cheese Co

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