May/June 2019

Southern Cast Iron

Very Southern Recipes and Tips

Southern Cast Iron2 min readRegional & Ethnic
A Berry Good Season
Summer has always been my favorite season—especially the first few months when temperatures aren’t as punishing. Fruits are sweeter, vegetables are brighter, and the garden is the place to be. Come late-June, you’ll find me plucking pound after pound
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David Bancroft
If you ask acclaimed Alabama chef David Bancroft, there’s never been a time when he didn’t love to eat. Since he was raised in a food-loving family, he was hooked from the start. His grandfather was a cattleman, fish farmer, peanut farmer, cotton gin
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Seafood Sensation
If you love seafood, New Orleans is the place to be this summer when top chefs from around the country will compete for the title of King or Queen of American Seafood at the Great American Seafood Cook-Off (GASCO). Featuring entertaining hosts, renow
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Acadian Doughnuts
Makes about 30 These fried dough squares blanketed in confectioners' sugar are iconic to New Orleans’s French Quarter. 6 tablespoons warm water (105° to 110°) 1½ teaspoons active dry yeast3 cups all-purpose flour2½ tablespoons granulated sugar¾ teasp
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Farmers’ Market Bounty
Makes 1 (10-inch) loaf Caramelizing onions takes a bit of patience, but they’re easy to make and their sweet flavor is worth the time. ¼ cup unsalted butter8 cups (½-inch-thick) sliced Vidalia onion (about 2 pounds)3 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme, di
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Pizza Party In Any Pan
Makes 1 (8- to 14-inch) pizza crust Homemade pizza dough is easy to make with a little planning and is well worth the effort. We adapted our recipe for the four most common skillet sizes, so you can make your pie as large or as small as you like. ⅓ c
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Take Me Home TO THE Ball game!
Makes 16 Skip the baking soda bath and take these chewy snacks straight to the oven. 1¼ cups warm water (105° to 110°)1 tablespoon molasses1 (0.25-ounce) package active dry yeast4 cups bread flour, divided2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil1 teaspoo
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Fresh FROM THE Patch
Makes about 2 cups This simple jam is perfect for spreading on toast, slathering over waffles, or stirring into a refreshing summer sangria. 1 cup fresh blackberries1 cup fresh blueberries1 cup chopped fresh strawberries1½ cups sugar 1. In an enamel-
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Ode To The Southern Garden
In its summertime glory, a Southern garden is nothing short of an oasis. Between the towering tomato plants and the crookneck squash with vibrant yellow flowering buds, recipes are born and memories are made. Serving as the backbone of many of our fa
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One-pot Pastas
Makes 4 servings Little pieces of fresh mozzarella melt just enough in the pasta’s residual heat to create a delightful texture and add creaminess to the sauce. 1 tablespoon olive oil2 cups halved cherry tomatoes, divided2 cloves garlic, minced3 cups
Southern Cast Iron5 min readCooking, Food & Wine
Test Kitchen Favorites
Makes 1 (10-inch) pie Spanakopita, a traditional Greek spinach-feta pie and a favorite of Jade Sinacori, gets a Southern twist with turnip greens. 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided2 pounds turnip greens, trimmed and roughly chopped1 t
Southern Cast Iron5 min readRegional & Ethnic
Sizzling Salads
Makes 4 servings Sweet mango and zesty lime bring bright flavor to this leafy salad—a perfect desk lunch or summery backyard dinner. 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided4 (8-ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts, halved horizontally1½ teaspoons gr
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COBBLERS & CRISPS & BUCKLES, OH MY!
Makes 6 servings Gingersnaps in the topping give this crisp an extra delicious crunch and a hint of sweet spice. ½ cup old-fashioned oats½ cup all-purpose flour½ cup gingersnap cookie crumbs (about 8 cookies)½ cup firmly packed light brown sugar¼ cup
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Tamales Hot
Tucked away on the banks of the mighty Mississippi River, the Delta is an agricultural region whose highways and byways are lined with soaring flattened fields of vibrant crops awaiting harvest. It’s home to the hip-swaying blues where local legends
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Ask the Expert
Q: HOW DO I ENSURE A PERFECT PIZZA CRUST? A LITTLE TECHNIQUE AND THE RIGHT TEMPERATURE GO A LONG WAY A: One thing we love about getting restaurant pizza is the crust. It’s chewy, crisp on the bottom, and able to hold up to all those toppings. When ma
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TART & FLUFFY
Makes 1 (10-inch) pie A delightfully tart filling is balanced by a smooth vanilla meringue. We chose Italian-style meringue since it holds its shape and volume for longer than a traditional meringue and is less likely to weep as the pie sits. 1 (14.1
Southern Cast Iron3 min readRegional & Ethnic
It Runs In The Family
My love for queso began at my 13th birthday party. I was addicted at first bite—and for that, I credit my Tío Israel (Uncle Israel). Tex-Mex cuisine at its best, queso is beloved throughout my home state of Texas. Creamy, dreamy, and best served with
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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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