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Seasoning and caring for cast iron

I know I told you way back at the start of the semester (so long ago, right??) that I would write a post on how to season a cast iron pan. Well, promise kept! But before I launch into the “how-to”s, let’s clear up a few common questions and misconceptions about cast iron care first.   First of all, what does “seasoning” a cast iron pan really mean? A lot of people think that it mean
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overflowing angel food cake

A few basic cooking tips

A Few Basic Cooking Tips   In a hurry? Don’t just crank up the heat, which will cause your food to be burned on the outside and raw on the inside – yuck! Instead, cover the food with a lid or tin foil, which will trap the heat and speed up the cooking process. For better or for worse, this will also trap moisture; if the food needs a crispy exterior, remove the covering and turn up the heat for a few minut
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