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The Irresistible Allure of Cooking with a Cast Iron Potjie
Cooking is not merely about preparing a meal; it is an art form that captures generations of traditions, stories, and cultural heritage. In the world of culinary enthusiasts, few things hold as much prestige and charm as cooking with a cast iron potjie. This unassuming yet remarkable cooking vess...Read more -
The Perfect Choice for a Jambalaya Pot
Cast iron cookware has been used for centuries and is still revered as one of the best materials for cooking. Its durability, versatility, and ability to retain and distribute heat evenly make it a staple in professional kitchens and households alike. When it comes to preparing traditional dishe...Read more -
How To Cook In A Dutch Oven
There are lots of different ways to cook with a Dutch oven, but here are the most common. For baking, you want to create an even ambient temperature inside the Dutch oven. (Similar to setting the temperature on your home oven) This is achieved by placing hot coals or embers underneath the Dutch o...Read more -
How to Restore Your Cast Iron cookware
The following care and restoration instructions apply to any type of cast iron, though here we’re focusing on the holy grail of camp cookware: the Dutch oven. 1. Remove Rust Your first order of business is to strip the seasoning and eliminate any rust. Methods abound on how to do this, ranging fr...Read more -
How to Care for Cast Iron Cookware
The Dutch oven is the perfect companion for a cookout. The legs beneath it allow you to place a few charcoal briquettes or campfire coals underneath the pot while you cook. And the ridge on the lid allows you to place hot coals on top, creating heat sources both above and below the food, thus mak...Read more -
How to use cast iron cookware to Braised Meats
We promise you’ll love this easy fall dinner recipe. The technique of braising meats is surprisingly simple (especially when considering the end result it yields). After seasoning and searing your meat in the Dutch oven, take it out and add a simple mixture of onions, celery, and carrots. Next, ...Read more