May/June 2020

Southern Cast Iron

Very Southern Recipes and Tips

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Sweet Summertime
Without a doubt, summer is my favorite time of year. From being outdoors in the sun and working in my garden (all in containers, I freely admit) to contemplating all the ways to enjoy the fruits and veggies making their way into local markets, summer
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Cast Iron Cupboard
LODGE BACON AND EGG GRIDDLE When Lodge announced this year’s resurrected addition to its cast-iron Legacy Series, we knew we had to get our hands on it as soon as possible. Their original Bacon and Egg Griddle is sought after by many cast iron enthus
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Brian Riggenbach
Just steps from the hustle and bustle of Broadway in Nashville sits a chic diner painted a vivid shade of green to stand out against the gray brick surrounding it. A quick glimpse up at the simple gold lettering heralds your arrival at The Mockingbir
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Prizeworthy Pie
Every year for the past four years, Rhonda Hull has packed up her pie-baking essentials and traveled from her home in Little Rock, Arkansas, to the American Pie Council’s annual National Pie Championship in Orlando, Florida. In that time, she’s consi
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Convenience is Key
Makes 4 to 6 servings Don’t let the simplicity of this recipe fool you. Using shortcut ingredients, like your favorite barbecue sauce and preserves, makes this dish easy enough for a weeknight meal and tasty enough to please any crowd. 1 pound baby y
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Cornmeal
Makes about 13 (photo on page 20) Light, flaky, and fluffy, these heavenly biscuits are a dream. 4 cups all-purpose flour, divided2 cups finely ground plain yellow cornmeal, divided1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed¼ cup sugar1 (0.25-ounce) package in
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Sweet and Spicy
Makes 10 Serve these as a starter or side at your next get-together—the flavor-packed, deep-fried goodness is sure to steal the show. ½ cup red pepper jelly2 tablespoons fresh lime juice2 teaspoons light sesame oil¼ teaspoon soy sauce 2 tablespoons r
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Pickle Me This
Makes 6 to 8 servings One taste is all it takes for this dish to make its way to the top of your go-to recipes for craveworthy weeknight meals. 1 tablespoon canola oil1 cup yellow onion, chopped1 pound ground sirloin1 teaspoon seasoned salt¼ cup all-
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Miami's Cuban Community
Astroll down Miami’s vibrant Calle Ocho is like being transported 330 miles south to the heart of Cuba—except in this hub of Cuban culture, no passport is required. The main drag of Miami’s historic Little Havana, Calle Ocho became an anchor for Cuba
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Green Tomatoes
Makes 6 to 8 servings It doesn’t get much more Southern than green tomatoes and cheese straws; their flavors pair perfectly in this pretty tart. 1¼ cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons minced fresh dill1½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided¼ teaspoon papri
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One-Bowl Baking
Makes 1 (10-inch) cake This skillet cake will be a new staple in your kitchen thanks to the rich, fluffy frosting, irresistible drizzles of preserves, and fresh strawberries. 2 cups all-purpose flour1⅓ cups granulated sugar¾ teaspoon baking powder½ t
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Cooking with Fresh Herbs
Makes 6 to 8 servings You won't be able to resist this herby, cheesy, and easy-to-make starter. 1 (1-pound) sourdough bread loaf1 cup unsalted butter, softened1 cup chopped mixed fresh herbs (such as basil and tarragon)6 cloves garlic, minced2 teaspo
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Pork Rinds
Makes 4 servings (photo on page 84) Excite your taste buds with this tangy, crunchy, sweet-and-spicy dish. 4 (5-ounce) boneless pork loin chops1½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided¾ teaspoon garlic powder½ teaspoon smoked paprika½ teaspoon ground black p
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Glory To The Grain
One doesn’t become infatuated with rice by happenstance. Maybe you grew up eating it as a suppertime side to a hearty roast or plopped atop a bowl of gumbo. But odds are, you never thought twice about the fluffy grains on your plate. Consider, for a
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Fried Green Tomatoes
Q: I LOVE FRIED GREEN TOMATOES AND TOMATO PIES, BUT THEY ALWAYS END UP SOGGY. WHAT AM I DOING WRONG? A: You’re probably not doing anything wrong; more than likely, it’s probably what you’re not doing. Nothing symbolizes summer in the South quite like
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Summer Icebox Treat
Makes 12 servings A classic, billowy meringue-topped banana pudding will be right at home in your trusty cast-iron skillet. 2½ cups sugar, divided⅓ cup all-purpose flour½ teaspoon kosher salt, divided8 large egg yolks4½ cups whole milk, divided2 tabl
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Easy Summertime Supper
Iremember my college days like they were yesterday. When it came to home cooking, well, let’s just say I didn’t know what that meant exactly. Fast food joints, cheap eats, and whatever else I could survive on for quick sustenance was all I knew. But
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Cast Iron 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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Crumb Muffins
Makes 7 These fruity treats make a great grab-and-go breakfast. 2 cups all-purpose flour, divided⅔ cup plus 2½ tablespoons sugar, divided2½ teaspoons baking powder, divided½ teaspoon kosher salt½ teaspoon ground ginger6 tablespoons whole milk, room t

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