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Book SynopsisBecome a cast-iron chef, thanks to this friendly Dummies guide Cast-Iron Cooking For Dummies will teach you everything you need to know to start using the classic cookware that chefs have loved for thousands of years. You'll learn how to pick the right cast iron tools for your needs, maintain your cookware, and cook foods to perfection. This book is also packed with healthy, diverse, and delicious recipes for meat, fish, stir-fry, and beyond. Cast-iron cookware is versatile, hardy, economical, and great at retaining heat. Well-seasoned cast iron can reduce the need for cooking oil and even makes food taste better. This easy-to-use guide comes complete with color photos and a guide to the best brands. Select the right cast-iron cookware for your daily needsLearn to properly season and maintain your cast-ironMaster cooking techniques using versatile, professional cookwareFind great recipes that will taste even better when you cook them with cast-ironThis book is an excellent choice for home cooks, beginners, semi-pro cooks, professional cooks, campers, and outdoor cooksbasically anyone looking to cook with cast-iron!
Table of ContentsIntroduction 1
Part 1: Getting Started with Cast-Iron Cooking 7
CHAPTER 1: Welcome to the World of Cast-Iron Cooking 9
CHAPTER 2: Selecting Cast-Iron Cookware 19
Part 2: Treating Your Cast Iron with TLC 37
CHAPTER 3: Seasoning Your Cast Iron 39
CHAPTER 4: Maintaining Your Cast Iron 47
CHAPTER 5: Identifying the Best Cast-Iron Cooking Techniques 55
Part 3: Food Basics and Cast-Iron Cooking 63
CHAPTER 6: It's All about Red Meat 65
CHAPTER 7: Tastes Fowl — Like Chicken (and Turkey) 77
CHAPTER 8: Hitting the Water — Fish and Seafood 85
CHAPTER 9: Including Veggies in Your Meal 107
CHAPTER 10: Tackling Everything Bread 115
CHAPTER 11: Making Delectable Desserts 123
CHAPTER 12: Cooking around the Campfire 127
Part 4: Time to Cook — Delicious Recipes Galore 139
CHAPTER 13: Cook Smarter, Not Harder — Easy Recipes 141
CHAPTER 14: For Red Meat Lovers 155
CHAPTER 15: Poultry Entree Recipes 169
CHAPTER 16: Fish, Shellfish, and One Amphibian 183
CHAPTER 17: Veggies Highlighted in Main and Side Dishes 201
CHAPTER 18: Seasonal Veggie Dishes 215
CHAPTER 19: Cornbreads, Biscuits, and Breads 233
CHAPTER 20: Pancakes, Muffins, and More 257
CHAPTER 21: Satisfying Desserts 275
CHAPTER 22: Campfire Recipes 295
CHAPTER 23: Ready for the Game — Great Tailgating Recipes 309
CHAPTER 24: One-Pot World Favorites 323
Part 5: The Part of Tens 357
CHAPTER 25: Ten Do's and Don'ts to Make Your Cast Iron Last Longer 359
CHAPTER 26: Ten Tips for Surefire Success 365
Appendix: Metric Conversion Guide 371
Index 375
