How to Use cast-iron in a Sentence

cast-iron

1 of 2 adjective
  • His choice cut is the snout, crisped in a cast-iron pan.
    Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 3 Mar. 2023
  • In a kazan or six-quart cast-iron pot, heat the oil and add the cubed meat.
    Devorah Lev-Tov, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Dec. 2023
  • Yes, this is one of the big draws of cast-iron cooking.
    Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Aug. 2023
  • Place a 9-inch or 10-inch cast-iron skillet in the oven to heat with the oven.
    Micah A Leal, Southern Living, 24 Nov. 2023
  • In a deep skillet or cast-iron pan, heat the oil to 375°F.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2023
  • The dome lid doubles as a 10.25-inch cast-iron skillet!
    Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 5 Oct. 2023
  • The door fits 12-inch pizza peels and 10-inch cast-iron skillets.
    Nena Farrell, WIRED, 26 Nov. 2023
  • To adapt this recipe for home, bake in a cast-iron skillet at 400 degrees.
    Cindy Dampier, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • The vehicle body is cleaned and blasted with cast-iron shot to scour off paint and rust.
    David Hambling, Popular Mechanics, 14 July 2023
  • Place the bacon drippings in a cast-iron skillet, and heat it in the oven for five minutes.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 12 Nov. 2023
  • Cook your steak over coals, in a covered gas grill, in a cast-iron pan on the stove or under the broiler.
    David Tanis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2024
  • Rito prefers a cast-iron skillet for frying and likes to keep the cutlets near the edges.
    Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 1 Oct. 2024
  • Instead, heat up equal parts ghee and some good olive oil in a cast-iron skillet.
    Farideh Sadeghin, Saveur, 14 Sep. 2023
  • And for brunch, try the gochujang-spiced baked eggs ($19) served in a giant cast-iron skillet.
    Amber Turpin, The Mercury News, 15 July 2024
  • Step 2 In a large cast-iron skillet set over medium heat, melt the butter.
    Zella Palmer, Saveur, 3 Jan. 2024
  • The cast-iron skillet is the powerhouse of all kitchen equipment.
    Danny Perez, Popular Mechanics, 8 May 2023
  • Heat a large cast-iron skillet over high, about 5 minutes.
    Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 24 Mar. 2024
  • Make the Dredge and Fry the Chicken: Heat a 14- or 16-inch cast-iron skillet or frying pan on medium-low.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 5 Apr. 2023
  • Melt 1½ teaspoons of the butter in a large cast-iron skillet over medium.
    Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 9 Apr. 2024
  • In a cast-iron pan, add the orange juice, cinnamon stick, clove, and sugar.
    Todd Kliman, Men's Health, 12 June 2023
  • If grilling isn't an option, a cast-iron skillet is a great tool for cooking steak at home.
    Cailey Rizzo, Travel + Leisure, 24 June 2024
  • Apart from the best way to cook rice, nothing gets cooking-science types more riled up than cast-iron pans.
    Julia Moskin, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2024
  • Display a cast-iron pans and bread bowls on the shelves next to small photos and artwork to make the hutch both functional and stylish.
    Claire Hoppe, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2024
  • Grease a 9- or 10- inch cast-iron skillet with 1 tablespoon of the butter.
    Karen Schroeder-Rankin, Southern Living, 12 Feb. 2024
  • When cooking acidic foods like tomatoes or lemon juice in cast-iron pans, a small amount of iron is transferred from the cookware to the food.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 6 Aug. 2023
  • This cleaning method is great for cast-iron pans and barbecue grills.
    Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 27 Aug. 2023
  • Plus, the quesadillas are cooked in a cast-iron skillet without any oil.
    Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 12 Aug. 2023
  • Cook them in a greased cast-iron skillet, about two to three minutes on each side, achieving a charred crust, then set aside.
    Dan Rodricks, Baltimore Sun, 1 Aug. 2024
  • Cook corn: Roast corn over medium-high heat until browned in a cast-iron skillet.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 29 May 2024
  • Like a ribeye, a New York strip steak tastes great on a hot grill, but your best bet may be whipping out your cast-iron skillet.
    Mary Squillace, Robb Report, 27 Sep. 2024
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cast iron

2 of 2 noun
  • The fence is made of cast iron.
  • Heat a cast iron or other very heavy skillet over high heat.
    ExpressNews.com, 20 Oct. 2020
  • If your cast iron or carbon steel pans get rusty, no problem.
    Marni Jameson, orlandosentinel.com, 30 Oct. 2020
  • With proper care, a cast iron pan can last a lifetime and longer.
    Marni Jameson, orlandosentinel.com, 16 Oct. 2020
  • To use it, just run warm water onto your cast iron, and scrub—no soap needed.
    Popular Science, 5 Oct. 2020
  • Carbon steel offers the same benefits of cast iron but is lighter.
    Marni Jameson, orlandosentinel.com, 23 Oct. 2020
  • There are a whole host of desserts to be made using a cast iron skillet, and this is just the tip of the iceberg.
    Patricia S York, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2024
  • My preferred way to handle veggies is to cook a medley in a large cast iron skillet.
    Chuck Blount, ExpressNews.com, 2 Nov. 2020
  • Then use the pre-seasoned cast iron griddle on the stove to make pancakes or on the grill for veggies and meat.
    Isabel Garcia, People.com, 10 Oct. 2024
  • Heat a cast iron pan, comal or griddle over medium heat and toast the chiles lightly; turn them frequently and take care not to burn them.
    Carol Deptolla, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 20 Oct. 2020
  • Heat a comal, griddle or large skillet, preferably nonstick or cast iron, over medium heat until hot.
    Washington Post, 6 Oct. 2020
  • This approach with two heavy skillets (cast iron is particularly good) is to create a panini-press effect.
    Star Tribune, 16 Oct. 2020
  • Use this cast iron dutch oven with a smooth enamel interior on the stove or in the oven at up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
    Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 25 Sep. 2024
  • Extremely durable, cast iron provides excellent heat retention and is inexpensive.
    Marni Jameson, orlandosentinel.com, 16 Oct. 2020
  • Savvy shoppers could have found a number of cast iron enameled Dutch ovens and skillets from the brand on sale earlier this week, but latecomers can still order this sauteuse oven for 40 percent off.
    Christie Calucchia, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2020
  • As a reviewer of oft-frivolous things, I'm impressed by still-functioning, ancient items like cast iron pans, insulated thermoses, and hundred-year-old sewing machines.
    Parker Hall, Wired, 15 Oct. 2020
  • Plus, the durable cast iron pots and pans last for years.
    Ellen McAlpine, Town & Country, 11 July 2023
  • Opt for this cast iron grill pan that will do the trick.
    Amber C. Snider, Peoplemag, 28 Dec. 2023
  • Tip 2: Cooking in a cast iron is great to get a nice crisp!
    Time, 12 Aug. 2021
  • Add some of the neutral oil to a flat cast iron pan and place over high heat.
    Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 12 May 2024
  • Rising some 495 feet into the air, the cast iron spire is the tallest of its kind in France.
    Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 11 July 2024
  • In a cast iron skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
    Southern Kitchen, USA TODAY, 1 Apr. 2022
  • When The Spruce Eats tested a dozen cast iron pans, the Stargazer snapped up first place.
    Treehugger Editors, Treehugger, 29 June 2023
  • Try picking up a cast iron Dutch oven this time around.
    Ni'kesia Pannell, Woman's Day, 14 Sep. 2022
  • And that can mean battling tough, stuck-on grease and food residue on your cast iron pans.
    Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 27 Aug. 2023
  • This fluffy pancake is best served right out of the oven in your cast iron skillet.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2023
  • As is the case with most cast iron cookware, care can be a bit daunting.
    Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 15 Mar. 2024
  • Use your trusty cast iron skillet for easy transfer from the stovetop to the oven to the table.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2023
  • Watch the video above to learn how to clean your cast iron pan with soap properly.
    Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2024
  • There’s also a cast iron fireback in the fireplace in the living room.
    Joanne Kempinger Demski, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 26 May 2022

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