November/December 2019

Southern Cast Iron

Very Southern Recipes and Tips

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Tis the Season for Cast Iron
I’ll share a little secret about magazine publishing with you: we get to celebrate Christmas twice each year. Given that we need to work three to four months in advance (and sometimes even a year ahead) to complete all the recipe development, photogr
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Cast Iron Cupboard
Since its start in 2015, this South Carolina brand has been making a name for itself among high-end cast iron companies. Inspired by the traditional methods of vintage foundries, Smithey’s skillets are known for their sturdy design and exquisite fini
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Mike Lata
Gaining culinary acclaim in a city with an always-bustling food scene like Charleston, South Carolina, is no easy feat. But James Beard Foundation Award-winning chef Mike Lata has become synonymous with top-quality Carolina cuisine by bringing bright
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Sweet Swirls
Makes 12 Rolls can be baked a day ahead and left unfrosted; to reheat, cover the skillet with foil, and place in a 3500 oven for 15 minutes. Frost the rolls when warm. 3½ to 3⅔ cups all-purpose flour, divided1 cup granulated sugar, divided1 (0.25-oun
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Winter Squash
Makes 4 to 6 servings Beer creates the most delicate and delicious batter for the acorn squash. This is a recipe that’s worth breaking out the frying oil. Vegetable oil, for frying1 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary1 tablespoon Creole
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A Tableful of Thanks
Makes 8 to 10 servings Not a fan of the typical marshmallow or streusel toppings? Give this savory sweet potato casserole a spin. 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled, cooked, and mashed (about 3 pounds)½ cup plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened an
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Dressing It Up
Makes 10 to 12 servings Our classic dressing is packed with cornbread flavor. As a shortcut, 14 cups of your favorite store-bought cornbread, crumbled, will do. ½ cup unsalted butter3 cups chopped yellow onion2 cups chopped celery4 cloves garlic, min
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Holiday Breads
Makes 10 to 12 servings Gooey pull-apart bread is ideal when a quickly assembled treat is in order. ⅓ cup granulated sugar½ teaspoon ground ginger½ teaspoon kosher salt, divided¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon2 (16.3-ounce) cans refrigerated buttermilk bis
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Birmingham Greeks
Understanding the family tree of Greek restaurants in Birmingham, Alabama, is like solving a Rubik’s Cube—a task best suited for the patient. In Birmingham’s Homewood neighborhood, there’s Demetri’s BBQ, a barbecue joint opened by Demetri Nakos in 19
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Layers of Love
Makes 6 to 8 servings Our favorite baked artichoke dip inspired this outrageously decadent main dish. 3 cups shredded cooked chicken1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided½ cup shredded fontina
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Biscuit Bonanza
Makes about 7 Though not typical for angel biscuit recipes, we cut and stacked the dough for a taller, fluffier bake. 6 cups all-purpose flour,* divided1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed¼ cup sugar1 (0.25-ounce) package instant yeast1 tablespoon bakin
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Home For The Holidays
Our Garlic-Herb Spiral Rolls on page 50 are a delicious addition to this Christmas feast. Makes 10 to 12 servings This sweet and spicy ham is a beautiful centerpiece to your meal. We suggest serving it straight from the skillet and spooning the tasty
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Very Merry Desserts
Makes 1 (10-inch) pie This Southern holiday staple gets an updated look from the beautiful hue of purple sweet potatoes. Regular sweet potatoes can be substituted, if desired. Classic Pie Dough (recipe follows)1 egg white1 teaspoon water3¾ cups mashe
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Gift of Glad Tidings
Makes about 6 servings Enjoy a mug of warm spiced cider while decorating your tree, or package a bottle of cider and spices as a hostess gift for a holiday party. 1 (50-ounce) jar apple juice or cider1 packet Toasted Mulling Spices (recipe follows)2
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Holiday Meal Organization
Q: HOW CAN I GET ORGANIZED FOR COOKING BIG HOLIDAY MEALS? A: Hosting a holiday gathering can be intimidating, whether you’re cooking your first Thanksgiving lunch or your 50th Christmas dinner. But with some planning and organization, you’ll stay on
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Gobbled Up
Makes 8 to 10 servings Our recipe works with any of your preferred pieces—drumsticks, wings, thighs, or breasts. Just buy by weight from your local grocery store. 2 quarts plus 2 cups whole buttermilk, divided½ cup plus 3 tablespoons kosher salt, div
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New Year’s Skillet
Like many Southerners, I celebrate New Year’s Day with a traditional meal of pork, collards, and black-eyed peas. And like many in the region, I also come from a long line of superstitious people. My very superstitious father impressed upon me from a
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Cast Iron 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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