Using Cast Iron Cookware » Cooking http://usingcastironcookware.com The Environmentally Friendly Choice Wed, 16 Nov 2011 19:28:49 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 How Do You Get Old Sludge Cooking Oil Off Of The Bottom Of A Cast Iron Skillet? http://usingcastironcookware.com/how-do-you-get-old-sludge-cooking-oil-off-of-the-bottom-of-a-cast-iron-skillet http://usingcastironcookware.com/how-do-you-get-old-sludge-cooking-oil-off-of-the-bottom-of-a-cast-iron-skillet#comments Sun, 07 Jun 2009 21:37:58 +0000 admin http://usingcastironcookware.com/?p=303 Ebay Listings:
NEW Le Creuset Cast Iron 5 1/2 Quart Round French Oven Cherry Red Dutch 5.5 QT.
NEW Le Creuset Cast Iron 5 1/2 Quart Round French Oven Cherry Red Dutch 5.5 QT.
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Lodge Color Enameled Cast-Iron 6-Quart Dutch Oven Pot Green New
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Le Creuset Round Dutch Oven- Cast iron/enamel;--9
Le Creuset Round Dutch Oven- Cast iron/enamel;--9" diam.- BROWN (D)-3 1/2 qt.
Paypal   US $89.99 		Le CREUSET FRANCE ROUND DUTCH OVEN 5.5QT RED #26 ENAMELED CAST IRON POTW/LID EUC
Le CREUSET FRANCE ROUND DUTCH OVEN 5.5QT RED #26 ENAMELED CAST IRON POTW/LID EUC
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Lodge Color Enameled Cast-Iron 6-Quart Dutch Oven Pot Pumpkin New
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Antique Cast Iron pre Griswold "ERIE" Logo #10 Dutch Oven & Lid p/n 835 & 839
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1920 #10 GRISWOLD TITE TOP #835 DUTCH OVEN W/ #2553 LID/COVER VINTAGE CAST IRON
1920 #10 GRISWOLD TITE TOP #835 DUTCH OVEN W/ #2553 LID/COVER VINTAGE CAST IRON
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My husband has just relocated his cast iron skillet, but it looks like it was never cleaned the last time he cooked in it. He has put dawn detergent and water in it and boiled it but it is still just a thick sludge that won't budge. Is this skillet hopeless or will a little bit of elbow grease help? Any other "tricks" would be greatly appreciated.

]]> http://usingcastironcookware.com/how-do-you-get-old-sludge-cooking-oil-off-of-the-bottom-of-a-cast-iron-skillet/feed 2 Uneven Cooking In Cast Iron Skillet? http://usingcastironcookware.com/uneven-cooking-in-cast-iron-skillet http://usingcastironcookware.com/uneven-cooking-in-cast-iron-skillet#comments Sun, 07 Jun 2009 21:37:50 +0000 admin http://usingcastironcookware.com/?p=301 Ebay Listings for Cast Iron Skillets:
Pair Advertising Mini Cast Iron Fry Pan Skillet Ash Tray Lighthouse & Amish Girl
Pair Advertising Mini Cast Iron Fry Pan Skillet Ash Tray Lighthouse & Amish Girl
Paypal   US $18.99 		Rare 5 1/2
Rare 5 1/2" Cast Iron Souvenir Skillet State of Minnesota says State Birds
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Paypal   US $10.00 		CAST IRON SKILLET LODGE 5SK 8
CAST IRON SKILLET LODGE 5SK 8"
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Camp Chef 14
Camp Chef 14" Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet
Paypal   US $36.99 		Cast Iron 5 QT. Deep Fry Skillet With Lid
Cast Iron 5 QT. Deep Fry Skillet With Lid
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Griswold Cast Iron Skillet
Griswold Cast Iron Skillet
Paypal   US $75.00 		Old Crackeled White Enameled Cast Iron 12
Old Crackeled White Enameled Cast Iron 12" Skillet
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Nice Lavec Cast Iron Enamelware Fry Pan Skillet 10
Nice Lavec Cast Iron Enamelware Fry Pan Skillet 10"
Paypal   US $9.99
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I recently purchased a cast iron skillet. I've seasoned it according to the directions and have used it about half a dozen times. It's great for foods that can be stirred, like scrambled eggs.
However, when I cook something that can't be stirred--such as pancakes or quesadillas--the food in the center of the pan burns, while the food near the edges remains undercooked. I thought that even heating was an advantage of cast iron cookware, so I'm baffled. I've tried using low heat, high heat, more oil, less oil; none of that helps. My spouse is about to toss the new skillet and go back to the nonstick. Any ideas?

]]> http://usingcastironcookware.com/uneven-cooking-in-cast-iron-skillet/feed 8 Can I Use My Black Cast Iron Cookware On A New Smooth Top Electric Range? http://usingcastironcookware.com/can-i-use-my-black-cast-iron-cookware-on-a-new-smooth-top-electric-range http://usingcastironcookware.com/can-i-use-my-black-cast-iron-cookware-on-a-new-smooth-top-electric-range#comments Fri, 05 Jun 2009 21:56:12 +0000 admin http://usingcastironcookware.com/?p=291 Ebay Listings:

EARLY GRISWOLD #10 CAST IRON GRIDDLE ~ 747 ~ ERIE PA.
EARLY GRISWOLD #10 CAST IRON GRIDDLE ~ 747 ~ ERIE PA.
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Lodge Logic LPGI3 Pro 20-by-10-7/16-Inch Cast-Iron Grill/Griddle w/ Grip Handles
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Sultana Cast Iron Griddle Skillet Grill
Sultana Cast Iron Griddle Skillet Grill
Paypal   US $15.00 		BAIL Griddle Cast Iron Pot Pan Skillet Pancake Fry Pan Roaster Old FREE SHIP USA
BAIL Griddle Cast Iron Pot Pan Skillet Pancake Fry Pan Roaster Old FREE SHIP USA
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Vintage Lodge No. 10 Round Cast Iron Griddle
Vintage Lodge No. 10 Round Cast Iron Griddle
Paypal   US $39.99 		NIB Camp Chef Reversible Cast Iron Grill/Griddle
NIB Camp Chef Reversible Cast Iron Grill/Griddle
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Universal PS184 Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron 10
Universal PS184 Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron 10" Reversible Griddle Ribbed & Smooth
Paypal   US $36.99 		Universal PS189 Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Reversible Griddle Ribbed & Smooth
Universal PS189 Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Reversible Griddle Ribbed & Smooth
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Heavy Duty 8 inch Cast Iron Griddle Frying Pan
Heavy Duty 8 inch Cast Iron Griddle Frying Pan
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Yes you can but avoid sliding cookware across the stovetop as it will scratch the surface. Avoid soft aluminum and copper pots and pans as it can fuse onto the stovetop surface. Clean stovetop with soft abrasive as Bon Ami.http://web1.msue.msu.edu/imp/mod02/01500...

]]> http://usingcastironcookware.com/can-i-use-my-black-cast-iron-cookware-on-a-new-smooth-top-electric-range/feed 4 What Can I Cook In A Cast Iron Skillet? http://usingcastironcookware.com/what-can-i-cook-in-a-cast-iron-skillet http://usingcastironcookware.com/what-can-i-cook-in-a-cast-iron-skillet#comments Tue, 05 May 2009 21:10:42 +0000 admin http://usingcastironcookware.com/?p=161
Pair Advertising Mini Cast Iron Fry Pan Skillet Ash Tray Lighthouse & Amish Girl
Pair Advertising Mini Cast Iron Fry Pan Skillet Ash Tray Lighthouse & Amish Girl
Paypal   US $18.99 		Rare 5 1/2
Rare 5 1/2" Cast Iron Souvenir Skillet State of Minnesota says State Birds
Paypal   US $9.99
6
6" Cast Iron Skillet
Paypal   US $10.00 		CAST IRON SKILLET LODGE 5SK 8
CAST IRON SKILLET LODGE 5SK 8"
Paypal   US $7.99
Camp Chef 14
Camp Chef 14" Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet
Paypal   US $36.99 		Cast Iron 5 QT. Deep Fry Skillet With Lid
Cast Iron 5 QT. Deep Fry Skillet With Lid
Paypal   US $67.54
Griswold Cast Iron Skillet
Griswold Cast Iron Skillet
Paypal   US $75.00 		Old Crackeled White Enameled Cast Iron 12
Old Crackeled White Enameled Cast Iron 12" Skillet
Paypal   US $9.95
Nice Lavec Cast Iron Enamelware Fry Pan Skillet 10
Nice Lavec Cast Iron Enamelware Fry Pan Skillet 10"
Paypal   US $9.99
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My wife bought me a cast iron skillet a while ago and is upset that I have not yet used it. I like to cook, but I have never really used cast iron. Any suggestions? Thanks!

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Ebay Listings:

Le Creuset Cookware Cleaner for Cast Iron BRAND NEW
Le Creuset Cookware Cleaner for Cast Iron BRAND NEW
Paypal   US $15.64
 
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