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.
  • 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
  • Great for dorm rooms, offices, campers, RVs, and more, this has cast iron hot plates.
    Chris Hachey, BGR, 2 July 2021
  • Stainless steel, glass, Teflon, cast iron, copper—the list goes on.
    Kaitlin Vogel, Health, 25 Jan. 2024
  • Each is baked in its own cast iron pot once an order is placed.
    Dallas News, 15 Apr. 2021
  • The best oil to season your cast iron, according to Ross, is Crisco.
    Emma Bazilian, House Beautiful, 12 May 2023
  • The meat can be cooked in a cast iron Dutch oven at a low temperature.
    Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 12 Feb. 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
  • The water bureau stated the pipe is a cast iron four-inch main installed in the 1950s.
    oregonlive, 17 Dec. 2020
  • The cast iron press helps to create even, flat patties with crispy edges and a juicy center.
    Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2023
  • That's a surefire way to lose the seasoning—read more on cast iron care tips here.
    Charlyne Mattox, Country Living, 14 July 2023
  • Transfer to a 2-quart baking dish or large cast iron pan.
    Dana McMahan, The Courier-Journal, 28 July 2021
  • His park in the leafy west of Oslo features more than 200 sculptures in bronze, granite and cast iron.
    David Nikel, Forbes, 6 Oct. 2021
  • This features an easy-to-clean flat heating plate that is made from cast iron.
    Chris Hachey, BGR, 2 July 2021
  • The materials used vary from cloth to cast iron, and the sizes vary from 1-inch to almost 3-ft.
    cleveland, 5 Dec. 2021
  • The pieces caramelized in my cast iron pan and made a brilliant topping over fresh rice noodles.
    Soleil Ho, San Francisco Chronicle, 1 Mar. 2021
  • Lee has further been inspired by the cast iron railings and street architecture of the British capital to shape the rails, balustrades, and handrails in-store.
    Luke Leitch, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2024

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