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Cast Iron...Let's discuss
What size/type cast iron pots/pans do you have?
What do you use them for? Would you be lost without them? What other pieces would you want? Which do you think are a waste?
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Posted 3/1/11 1:43 PM  |
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GinaR
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Re: Cast Iron...Let's discuss
I have a cast iron skillet - 10 inches I think. I have only had it for a few weeks. I like it for eggs, bacon, sausage, steak. Thats all I have done in mine so far. I love that it is oven safe.
I have an enameled cast iron tea kettle. I like it but don't know if it is neccessary. I also have a small enameled cast iron dutch oven / pot. I really like it for chili, sauce, risotto.
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| Posted 3/1/11 2:13 PM |
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d-h2008
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Re: Cast Iron...Let's discuss
I really NEED a cast iron pan asap. Any rec's would be great.
Right now I have Stainless Steel and non-stick, thats it!
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| Posted 3/1/11 2:13 PM |
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LightUpOurLife
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Re: Cast Iron...Let's discuss
Posted by d-h2008
Any rec's would be great.
I only like Lodge.
I have a 5", 8", 10", a griddle one, and a faijta(?) one.
I NEVER use the griddle one. Pain in the arse to clean. The fajita one I used once after making it in a regular pan and transferring it to the fajita one for decorative purposes. Not enough room to cook on it.
All the others I use regularly.
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| Posted 3/1/11 4:04 PM |
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MrsT809
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Re: Cast Iron...Let's discuss
I had wanted an enameled cast iron pot for a long time! I would have never actually paid for a Le Crouset though. Around Christmas I got a Martha Stewart one from Macy's for around $40! So far I'm loving it. I've used it for coq au vin, meatballs and sauce, beef stew, beef brugandy.
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| Posted 3/1/11 5:23 PM |
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debidonnamom
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Mary (MOB)
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Re: Cast Iron...Let's discuss
Posted by BJandDan
Posted by d-h2008
Any rec's would be great.
I only like Lodge.
I have a 5", 8", 10", a griddle one, and a faijta(?) one.
I NEVER use the griddle one. Pain in the arse to clean. The fajita one I used once after making it in a regular pan and transferring it to the fajita one for decorative purposes. Not enough room to cook on it.
All the others I use regularly.
If I'm not mistaken, the Food Ch. recently showcased LODGE cast iron, showing how they are made. Very interesting!!!! They even preseason them!!! Mary
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| Posted 3/1/11 6:02 PM |
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queensgal
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Re: Cast Iron...Let's discuss
I use my 10 inch I think cast iron for EVERYTHING. It's great.
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| Posted 3/1/11 9:34 PM |
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rojerono
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Re: Cast Iron...Let's discuss
I have a no name brand 8" cast iron pan that I inherited from my dad (who got it from HIS dad) and a cast iron dutch oven that my parents got when they got married - that's how long they last. They are fabulous. I also have a cheap set that my sister seasoned for me before she passed away and they are awesome.
I have an enameled cast iron dutch oven that is my current favorite piece of cookware. Maybe because it's red.
I desperately want the le creuset hard anondized cast iron.
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| Posted 3/1/11 11:22 PM |
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IrishLasss334
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Re: Cast Iron...Let's discuss
I have a 10" skillet that was my grandmothers, I think it was her mother's as well, i'm not 100% on that..
I love it.
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| Posted 3/2/11 6:03 AM |
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computergirl
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Re: Cast Iron...Let's discuss
I have a Lodge 10" cast iron skillet. Good for eggs, bacon, home fries, steaks, etc. I like it but don't think it's a necessity.
What I LOVE is my enameled cast iron Dutch oven. Mine is the QVC brand "Technique"... it was a birthday gift from my mom who is OBSESSED with QVC, lol. They look like knockoffs of Le Creuset in terms of shapes and colors. I've had mine for 2 years now and use it soooooo often. Soups, stews, casseroles... I've cooked things like pork tenderloin in it and it comes out so moist and tasty. I love how it goes from the stovetop to the oven, and it cleans up incredibly easily. Can't say enough about this item!!!!
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| Posted 3/2/11 11:31 AM |
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tourist
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Re: Cast Iron...Let's discuss
I have a 10 inch, it's actuall an Emeril pan!  It was a gift & my mom said it was the only one she could find.
Sometimes I think we should have gotten a 12 inch.
I like to blacken pork chops, make steaks, burgers in it.
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| Posted 3/2/11 12:44 PM |
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DRMom
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Re: Cast Iron...Let's discuss
We use our 12" grill pan almost every night. Sear meat on the stovetop then put it in the oven. makes great steaks and blackened chicken
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| Posted 3/2/11 2:38 PM |
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Cheeks24
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Re: Cast Iron...Let's discuss
I have an 8" grill pan. I really want the skillet though.
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| Posted 3/3/11 3:48 PM |
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liadorbs
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Re: Cast Iron...Let's discuss
Yes, heavy no-name ones from Ace Hardware actually.
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| Posted 3/3/11 5:01 PM |
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