How to Use cast-iron in a Sentence

cast-iron

1 of 2 adjective
  • Always lift your cast-iron cookware instead of sliding it to prevent damage.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Le Creuset enameled cast-iron products come in a range of beautiful colors, including more neutral ones and those displaying more vibrant tones.
    Ashlyn Messier, Fox News, 24 Oct. 2024
  • The cast-iron oven is designed to heat to a high temperature while also trapping and circulating steam, which will all go to helping create a crisp crust, soft interior, and excellent flavor.
    Melissa Locker, TIME, 26 Nov. 2024
  • 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
  • Our favorite of the bunch is the cast-iron version, which is sort of like the brand’s answer to a round Dutch oven.
    Carina Finn, Bon Appétit, 9 Oct. 2024
  • 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
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cast iron

2 of 2 noun
  • The fence is made of cast iron.
  • What might cause the tips of the leaves of a cast iron plant to become brown and the leaves to yellow?
    Dan Gill, NOLA.com, 12 Aug. 2020
  • Add those to a 4- to 5-quart cast iron Dutch oven, or other oven-safe dish.
    ExpressNews.com, 10 Aug. 2020
  • Enameled cast iron cookware is also incredibly durable.
    Emily Farris, Bon Appétit, 6 Nov. 2024
  • Once everything is seasoned to perfection, pop the vallops onto a cast iron skillet, then cook for a little bit on each side until brown.
    Akili King, Vogue, 30 July 2020
  • The weights are made of solid cast iron and encased in virgin rubber to Resist cracking and fading and protect floors and equipment.
    Nora Colomer, Fox News, 29 Nov. 2024
  • This usually indicates the cast iron plants (Aspidistra elatior) are getting too much light.
    Dan Gill, NOLA.com, 12 Aug. 2020
  • Most meals begin with garlic, lemons, chiles, and fresh bay leaves from the backyard tree, and finish on my PK Grill or in a cast iron skillet.
    Paula Disbrowe, Sunset Magazine, 1 Sep. 2020
  • The cast iron Dutch oven offers even heat distribution and retention, while its enamel coating provides a non-stick layer that’s easy to clean.
    Maggie Horton, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
  • While potatoes are cooking during the final 15 minutes, heat the brisket in a cast iron pan over medium heat, until the brisket develops a slight sizzle.
    ExpressNews.com, 10 Aug. 2020
  • Tons of kitchen gear is also discounted, including Lodge’s famous pre-seasoned cast iron skillet, which is on sale for under $15.
    Jessica Leigh Mattern, PEOPLE.com, 29 Aug. 2020
  • Cramming your skillets, saucepans, and Dutch ovens on top of each other can lead to scratches, locking, chips, and cracks, especially for non-stick, stainless steel, and enameled cast iron pieces.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 6 Aug. 2020
  • He also was involved in the manufacture of charcoal, chemicals and pig iron (product of a blast furnace then made into cast iron by removing impurities).
    Linda Gandee, cleveland, 7 Sep. 2020
  • If your cast iron, ceramic, or porcelain sink has deep discoloration, combine baking soda with hydrogen peroxide instead of water for a more powerful clean.
    Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2024
  • Rostoker’s grandmother taught her to cook simple, flavorful meals of traditional southern Italian dishes made in a few cast iron skillets and old stainless steel saucepans.
    Beth D'addono, NOLA.com, 24 Aug. 2020
  • Use the wood pellet grill for easy temperature control and consistent results, then finish it off with sear marks on the cast iron grate that can reach temperatures up to 900ºF.
    Rachel Rothman, Good Housekeeping, 28 July 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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