You may be unaware of the vast, versatile uses of the cast-iron pan, quite possibly one of America's greatest kitchen innovations. From baking to searing, it seems like any food to touch the cast-iron pan's surface caramelizes effortlessly. Don't believe me? Allow these recipes to change your mind.
Frittata
Get the recipe: cheddar, bacon, and leek frittata [1]
Sautéed Mushrooms
Get the recipe: sautéed mushrooms [2]
Chicken Breasts
Get the recipe: orange marmalade skillet-roasted chicken breasts [3]
Steak
Get the recipe: sautéed steaks with tomato pan sauce and wilted arugula [4]
Cornbread
Get the recipe: skillet sweet potato cornbread [5]
Stir-Fries
Get the recipe: General Tsos tofu [6]
S'mores
Get the recipe: s'mores dip [7]
Bread
Get the recipe: soda bread [8]
Chicken Drumsticks
Get the recipe: lemon-garlic chicken drumsticks [9]
Grilled Cheese
Get the recipe: The Pioneer Woman's grilled cheese [10]
Veggies
Get the recipe: spicy bok choy with sesame seeds [11]
Chicken Casserole
Get the recipe: chicken tortilla pie [12]
Fried Plantain
Get the recipe: tostones with mango salsa and cilantro chimichurri [13]
Artichoke Dip
Get the recipe: kale, white bean, and artichoke dip [14]
Carrot Cake
Get the recipe: carrot cake skillet cake [15]
Chocolate Cake
Get the recipe: chocolate stout skillet cake [16]
Pull-Apart Bread
Get the recipe: cinnamon skillet bread with warm cheesecake dip [17]
Cookie Cake
Get the recipe: red velvet skillet cookie [18]
Chicken Thighs
Get the recipe: perfectly crisp roast chicken thighs [19]
Casseroles
Get the recipe: Southwestern chicken and sweet potato skillet [20]
Flatbread
Get the recipe: perfect naan [21]