Cast-Iron Cooking For Dummies
2nd Edition
Published on 14. December 2023
Book
Paperback/Softback
416 pages
978-1-119-88813-0 (ISBN)
Description
Become 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 needs
Learn to properly season and maintain your cast-iron
Master cooking techniques using versatile, professional cookware
Find great recipes that will taste even better when you cook them with cast-iron
This book is an excellent choice for home cooks, beginners, semi-pro cooks, professional cooks, campers, and outdoor cooks-basically anyone looking to cook with cast-iron!
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 needs
Learn to properly season and maintain your cast-iron
Master cooking techniques using versatile, professional cookware
Find great recipes that will taste even better when you cook them with cast-iron
This book is an excellent choice for home cooks, beginners, semi-pro cooks, professional cooks, campers, and outdoor cooks-basically anyone looking to cook with cast-iron!
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Edition
2nd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
John Wiley & Sons Inc
Dimensions
Height: 231 mm
Width: 188 mm
Thickness: 28 mm
Weight
567 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-119-88813-0 (9781119888130)
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Antwon Brinson
Cast-Iron Cooking For Dummies
E-Book
11/2023
2nd Edition
Wiley
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Antwon Brinson
Cast-Iron Cooking For Dummies
E-Book
11/2023
2nd Edition
Wiley
€17.99
Available for download
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Tracy Barr
Cast Iron Cooking For Dummies
Book
10/2003
1st Edition
Wiley
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Antwon Brinson is an accom-plished chef and entrepreneur. He is the visionary behind Culinary Concepts AB, a purpose-driven venture committed to empowering individuals through the art of cooking. Through his company, he offers programs like the Phoenix program, dedicated to assisting inmates in their preparation for successful culinary careers. Chef Antwon displays his impressive culinary skills in the HBO Max program, "The Big Brunch."
Content
Introduction 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
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