Need a quick dinner, and you have a bag or two of ravioli in the freezer? Make a casserole! Just cook the ravioli according to the directions, and drain well. Pour into a large cast iron skillet ot casserole dish. Season with salt and pepper. Cover with as much or as little pasta sauce … Continue reading Making a Quick Ravioli Casserole
I found a recipe for a meatball dinner many years ago, and have modified it over time to meet the preferences of my family. It's comfort food for sure, and makes the house smell terrific. It's a good weekend night meal, which you can make in advance and either refrigerate or freeze. It's almost a … Continue reading Easy Weeknight Meatball Casserole
Are you familiar with the carpenters adage "Measure twice, cut once" - meaning you double check your measurements to avoid making a mistake. I've got a twist in my kitchen on that - measure twice, but cook twice too! When I can I cook in doubles. Today it happens to be lasagna. It could also … Continue reading Measure Once, Cook Twice, Eat twice – Cooking in doubles
What's the Difference? Enameled cast iron has both benefits and drawbacks as compared to "naked" black cast iron cookware. It's the basic black dressed up with enamel paint, and looks prettier! Benefits: it's easier to maintain - the enamel coating doesn't require the process of seasoning it gets hot and stays hot just like plain … Continue reading Enameled Cast Iron Pros and Cons
I love cast iron skillets. At least one of mine is always at home on the top of the stove. I have little ones small enough for individual servings, up to a large 15.5" Lodge that will feed a dozen people. I have a set that was my grandmothers - so well seasoned the inside … Continue reading Buying and Using Cast Iron Skillets & Pots
Family Recipes are one of the best things passed down through generations. Usually they are not too fancy or complicated - just good down home food best served family style. When that dish is put on the table everyone dives in. Such is the case with my mom's Scalloped potato and corned beef casserole. Potatoes sliced … Continue reading Scalloped Potatoes and Corned Beef