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20 Recipes You Can Make In A Cast-Iron Skillet

Now that you know how easy this pan is to use, here are the recipes to get you cooking.
20 Recipes You Can Make In A Cast-Iron Skillet

Cast-iron is a workhorse in the kitchen. It can go easily from stovetop to oven, it retains heat well for frying, tabletop serving, and quick cooking, and it's the best way to get the perfect sear on steak when your grill is out of commission (or it's too cold to go outside and fire it up). If your pan hasn't been used much lately, now's the time to dig it out, check the seasoning, and get cooking, Here are 20 recipes to get you started:

Cast-iron skillet recipes

Dutch baby with roasted plums

These puffy pancakes have many unusual names including bismarcks and Dutch Puffs. In every case, a simple batter poured into a hot pan creates instant, unforgettable magic. This sweet version is a perfect fast dessert or breakfast; or add sautéed mushrooms and bacon for a savoury meal. Get this Dutch baby with roasted plums recipe.

Recipes you can make in a cast-iron skillet: Dutch baby pancakes with roasted plumsPhoto, Erik Putz.

Skillet chicken pot pie

On busy nights one-pan wonders bring big flavours to the dinner table (with less mess!) Get this skillet chicken pot pie recipe.

skillet chicken pot piePhoto, Erik Putz.

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Spinach and feta pan pie

Crispy spanakopita is a great appetizer, so we turned it into a satisfying vegetarian main course. Using frozen spinach is a time saver; be sure to squeeze the water out really well. Get this spinach and feta pan pie recipe.

Spinach and feta pan pieSpinach and feta pan pie. (Photo, Roberto Caruso.)

Skillet broccoli and potato frittata

An all-in-one-pan-meal you can serve for brunch, lunch or dinner! Get this skillet broccoli and potato frittata recipe.

Skillet broccoli and potato frittataPhoto, Erik Putz.

Cranberry almond baked brie

This 25-minute appetizer is easily put together, and well-worth stepping into the kitchen (briefly) while dinner guests mingle. Get this cranberry almond baked brie recipe.

cranberry almond baked brie in a cast iron panPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

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Zucchini parmesan crisps

Once hot, cast iron retains heat really well. This makes it perfect for frying, where you want the oil to hold its temperature within a few degrees. Get this zucchini parmesan crisps recipe.

Zucchini parmesan crispsPhoto, Erik Putz.

Macaroni and cheese

You want to bake it in a skillet, trust us. Not only does it look great for serving, you can mix up your ingredients on the stovetop, then pop it in the oven to broil for a perfectly golden, cheesy finish. Get this macaroni and cheese recipe.

Skillet mac and cheesePhoto, Roberto Caruso.

Cornbread

Pour the batter into a lightly oiled cast-iron skillet, and you can slice up warm cornbread wedges at the dinner table to go with your chili. (Bonus: it will stay warm in the pan for longer, since iron retains heat so well.) Get this cornbread recipe.

cornbread muffinsPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

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Skillet chocolate chip cookie

A twist on a classic, this giant cookie is great for dinner parties. Get this skillet chocolate chip cookie recipe.

Cookie recipes: Skillet chocolate chip cookie

Homemade corn tortillas

Get the pan hot, and the tortillas will cook in just 1-2 minutes per side. Taco-night, here we come! Get this homemade corn tortillas recipe.

20 Recipes You Can Make In A Cast-Iron SkilletPhoto, Sian Richards.

Fresh walleye fish with mustard dill sauce

A cast-iron pan gives fish golden-crisp skin that no one will be able to resist. Get this fresh walleye fish with mustard dill sauce recipe.

Fresh walleye with mustard-dill sauce.Photo, Roberto Caruso.

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Pancakes

How to make perfect pancakes? It starts with the batter and ends with a lightly buttered, hot skillet. Get this pancakes recipe

Best pancake recipes: Buttermilk pancakesPhoto, Erik Putz.

Cheesy bannock bread

A filling, cheesy bread you can pair with soup, stews and chilis. Get this cheesy bannock bread recipe.

20 Recipes You Can Make In A Cast-Iron SkilletPhoto, Angus Fergusson.

Cottage pie with celery root mash

For the freedom of moving your pan from stovetop to oven for recipes like this cottage pie, cast-iron is the way to go. Get this cottage pie with celery root mash recipe.

Cottage Pie with Celery Root MashPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

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Grilled cheese croque madame

Ae elegant grilled cheese that’s perfect for weekend brunches or weeknight dinners, your choice. Get this grilled cheese croque madame recipe.

grilled cheese croque madamePhoto, Erik Putz.

Crispy fried eggs

The perfect, fried egg can go on top of almost anything, from Bibimbap to polenta and mushrooms — even grilled cheese sandwiches. Get this crispy fried egg recipe.

Polenta with mushrooms and fried egg

Charred broccoli with chiles

The best way to prepare a quick weeknight dish of veggies is to char them in a hot cast iron pan. Drizzle with a garam-masala-and-ginger-laced vinaigrette, garnish with sesame seeds, flaxseeds, fried shallots and thinly sliced Thai chilies, and even broccoli haters will be clamouring for seconds. Get this charred broccoli with chiles recipe.

Broccoli recipes: Charred broccoli with chiles and curry dressingPhoto, Erik Putz.

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Sautéed mushrooms

A cast iron pan is best for this method, as it retains a hot, even heat very well. Read more.

meal planning: Seared pork chops with creamy mushroomsPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

Stir fry

No wok? Use a cast-iron pan instead. Read more.

How to make a stir-fry: chicken stir fry served with ricePhoto, Erik Putz.

Caramelized onions

Cast iron is the key to caramelizing these beauties (and the secret to cozy, cheesy french onion soup). Read more.

Slow-cooker french onion soupPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

Watch: How to clean a cast-iron skillet

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