Do you love pancakes and cast iron but not so much together? Are you wondering, “Why do pancakes stick to my cast iron skillet?” Have you been considering giving up and using nonstick because it would be easier? Oh, you know cast iron is better, from the taste of the pancakes to the iron being … Read more
Do you love the way oil makes your food taste but are tired of the splatter? Are you wondering, “Why does oil splatter when I’m frying?” You know, that pop, pop, pop, spit, spit, spit and “Ouch, that hit my face!” splattering. Well, there is a reason for the popping and spitting and spattering. So, … Read more
Who else is asking, “Should I preheat my cast iron skillet to make bacon?” Bacon is, without a doubt, a favorite food for many. Plus, it’s easy to make. And yet, getting your bacon the right amount of crispy can be tricky. Is the way you begin, with a preheated or “cold” pan, an essential … Read more
Who is asking, “How do you reverse sear a steak without a thermometer?” Your steak is in the oven or on the grill cooking at a low temperature. But, if you don’t have a thermometer, how will you know when to move the steak to your cast iron pan to sear it? You would know … Read more
When I started cooking in cast iron, I heard I should make cornbread. So I looked up a recipe, bought the ingredients, but ended up using Jiffy Cornbread Mix because I bought cornstarch instead of cornmeal. I did finally get the cornmeal, but I have yet to use it. Because to be truthful, I find … Read more
I’ve never been a steak lover, but I’ve had a few really good steaks in my life. My husband, on the other hand, loves steak. And he said the best steak he ever had was the one my son-in-law seared and let him try. So I’ve decided I want to learn how to sear a … Read more
Whether you are trying to cut down on carbs or hoping to lose weight, you may be looking for an alternative to traditional pizza. This meat crust pizza recipe may be just what you are looking for. I made it for supper tonight. It was easy and tasted great. And my husband said I could … Read more
I have had this skillet from the beginning. So I wanted to do a review on the first cast iron I ever used. It’s the pan I learned the basics on before venturing into other skillets. Unfortunately, I haven’t found the Backyard Creations skillet advertised or sold anywhere except Menards, a hardware store mainly in … Read more