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
  • 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
  • Prices Expect to pay from $50 to $90 for a pre-seasoned, cast-iron Dutch oven depending on size.
    Pete Zimowsky, Idaho Statesman, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Cooking nerds would love to be able to dial in the perfect temperature for seasoning their cast-iron and carbon-steel pans.
    Joe Ray, WIRED, 31 Aug. 2024
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cast iron

2 of 2 noun
  • The fence is made of cast iron.
  • It’s made from durable cast iron material that will last a long time.
    Jessica Copeland, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
  • And while the restaurant still offers ice cream, servers are suggesting hot desserts like a cookie baked in a cast iron pan.
    New York Times, 23 Jan. 2021
  • Peel off the plastic and throw the tortilla onto a smoking hot cast iron skillet, no oil needed.
    Flora Tsapovsky, SFChronicle.com, 7 Dec. 2020
  • The cast iron Dutch oven heats up quickly and evenly and has a nonstick enamel coating that makes cleanup so easy.
    Lauren Taylor, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Oct. 2024
  • Place stuffed shells in cast iron skillet or oven-safe container, and sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheese over the top.
    Chuck Blount, ExpressNews.com, 11 Jan. 2021
  • The water bureau stated the pipe is a cast iron four-inch main installed in the 1950s.
    oregonlive, 17 Dec. 2020
  • This cast iron kettlebell is a great gift for the fitness junkie in your life who wants to get into kettlebell workouts.
    Jennifer Blair, chicagotribune.com, 5 Dec. 2020
  • And this is the best way to clean (and season) a cast iron skillet, according to culinary professionals.
    Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 30 Sep. 2024
  • Lodge’s cast iron Dutch oven can bake, broil, braise, and roast meals on the stove and in the oven up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
    Ali Faccenda, People.com, 11 Oct. 2024
  • There’s the Staub cast iron 3.5-quart pumpkin cocotte, which basically screams fall and is great for soups, chilis, and more.
    Shea Simmons, People.com, 5 Oct. 2024
  • Made of cast iron steel that's meticulously seasoned like a skillet, this burger press can be used on a flat-top grill to create the perfect patty.
    Christina Shepherd McGuire, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Sep. 2024
  • Clean enameled cast iron by hand, regardless of what the instructions say, to preserve the luster of its colorful finish.
    Nicole Papantoniou, Good Housekeeping, 22 Dec. 2020
  • Aluminum Dutch-ovens are lighter than cast iron and also offer the option of transparent lids with heat-resistant handles.
    The Editors, Outdoor Life, 7 Jan. 2021
  • Laurie occasionally grilled steaks in a cast iron skillet in the pizzeria’s molten-hot oven, but demand for pizzas meant there wasn’t often space for those steaks.
    Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas News, 21 Dec. 2020
  • This summer, New York chef Frank Prisinzano made headlines for his blistering put-down of cast iron.
    Washington Post, 11 Dec. 2020
  • Either place the tri-tip directly on the coals and cook each side for 2 minutes, or place in a cast iron pan on top of the coals and cook for 3 minutes per side (see Note).
    ExpressNews.com, 7 Dec. 2020
  • The cast iron withstands the test of time (and can be passed down from generation to generation) and is an essential tool for any cook who wants to be considered serious.
    Kate Bratskeir, CNN Underscored, 17 Dec. 2020
  • In other cases, data from transmitters is blocked by cast iron lids on the vaults, which were supposed to be replaced as part of the digital installation, the report found.
    Emily Opilo, baltimoresun.com, 21 Dec. 2020
  • Enamel coating allows for easier cleaning and maintenance and delivers all of the browning benefits of cast iron without having to season it.
    Nicole Papantoniou, Good Housekeeping, 22 Dec. 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

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