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A cast-iron skillet is a prized possession among Southern cooks. Seasoned with years of cooking and loving care, heirloom cast-iron skillets are as valued (and fought over) as Grandma's china and sterling silver. A new pre-seasoned skillet also makes the perfect gift for a young cook. Browse our collection of delicious recipes that make the most of your cast-iron skillet. Great cooks know the more they use their cast-iron skillet, the better it gets. Keep your prized skillet on the stovetop and reach for it often with these recipes.
Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread
![Southern Living Jalapeno Cornbread with a slice cut out of the skillet to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/Odw0bXeWCIoRuNIxTpSwud-ICVU=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Jalapeno_Cornbread_013-34b38b5e08b545ec8d0191267d003fb8.jpg)
Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
This crispy, spicy cornbread is perfect for your next soup night. The soft and cheesy bread with a deliciously crisp crust will make for a fantastic side dish.
Spaghetti Pie
![Southern Living Spaghetti Pie in the cast iron skillet with a wedge cut out to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/rWHlR5ktdyP6i7ZiA53iN4SJ1Fc=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Southern-Living-Spaghetti_Pie_016-fc11042f58744b2699ced0ee4397bd54.jpg)
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
This spaghetti pie recipe has all the delicious elements of lasagna without the fuss of layering the ingredients. Loaded with sausage, ricotta, tomato sauce, and mozzarella, the whole family will love this weeknight meal.
Skillet-Charred Pole Beans With Bacon
![Southern Living Skillet-Charred Pole Beans with Bacon in the pan to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/RkpVscuE1Qmiv4JVWd7k9MqlrzY=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/27345_BTY_CHARRED_POLE_SKILLET_BEANS_WITH_BACON_085-9133b9d6004a4bcdb5f334c3dcf69fa6.jpg)
Antonis Achilleos, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Ready in just 25 minutes and requiring just a handful of ingredients, this recipe just may become you new go-to side dish for both weeknight dinners and weekend entertaining.
Easy Skillet Apple Pie
![Southern Living Easy Skillet Apple Pie ready to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/y-A5jWnajNkw6gKg7_T4JcKRmjE=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Easy-Skillet-Apple_Pie-4x3-0189-250d871e4a3947718c39859890f81c76.jpg)
Stacy K. Allen, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
The classic American favorite just got easier with this cast iron skillet apple pie recipe. With just six ingredients and a few minutes to put together, you'll have a simply delectable dessert.
Cookies And Cream Cinnamon Rolls
![Southern Living Cookies and Cream Cinnamon Rolls in the skillet ready to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/lL435yetnWb6uG_SU51A4FLmOz0=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Cookies-And-Cream-Cinnamon-Rolls-Batch59-Beauty-01-28347fac881d44b5837907bc797d4c4e.jpg)
Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
We made cinnamon rolls even more decadent by adding the flavors of cookies and cream. This dish can serve as breakfast or dessert.
Cast-Iron Cowboy Steak
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Enjoy a restaurant-style steak from the comfort of your own home. Easy and delicious, this skillet dinner recipe doesn't disappoint.
Blackened Chicken
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
When brined, seasoned generously, and cooked in a cast-iron skillet, boneless chicken breasts are transformed into one flavorful dinner no one will be able to resist.
Utterly Deadly Southern Pecan Pie
![Utterly Deadly Southern Pecan Pie](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/T0Ubtv-QaQWDAm0itIAx1gCOIN4=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2008001_pecan049_0_0-2000-8b4d57f5eeb94e2aac77e2c503053e71.jpg)
Don't wait until Thanksgiving to make this sinfully sweet dessert. This pecan pie recipe deserves a spot on the table all year long.
Chicken Scallopini
![Southern Living Chicken Scallopini on a platter to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/b3PZS-rG6UXTma12fxqVv34mdPo=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Chicken_Scallopini_011-04067d2b52ea4b28adfdf04c56ba678f.jpg)
Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
This company-worthy chicken dinner comes together in just one dish in 30 minutes. Cooking everything in one skillet allows extra flavors to develop while also cutting down on dishes.
Beefy Baked Ravioli With Spinach And Cheese
![Cheesy Beef-and-Spinach Ravioli](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/HPYRO7XlC2yvZ3-eXjn1ZtqvJKs=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2587801_qfssk_spinach_ravioli_6852_0-2000-01ce0c9e33ee470597c531c7086c9303.jpg)
Perfect for kids, the foundation of this quick and easy cast-iron recipe starts with pre-made ravioli to keep things simple.
Summer Squash Skillet
![Southern Living Summer Squash Skillet in the skillet ready to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/8OSXzvBzTbnXpydEaXWL9ciIIMs=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/27589_BTY_Zucchini_06-1-549deabd035344b187a1ca523cef883b.jpg)
Greg Dupree; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Prissy Montiel
Think of this skillet recipe as a lightened-up version of squash casserole that lets the seasonal produce truly shine. We didn't skip the cheese altogether, there's still enough to add just a touch of creaminess.
Skillet-Roasted Carrots
![skillet-roasted carrots in a white skillet](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/iP-bF1FhVQZVXquGie9iOfcIDdI=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2664701_Bount_Rainbow-Carrots_25549-801de485d483453b8c71196b542f49c0.jpg)
Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Rishon Hanners; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
These simple and sweet roasted carrots get the perfect crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside texture when made with a cast-iron skillet.
Bacon-Hash Brown Quiche
![Bacon-Hash Brown Quiche](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/BOKgyy6txgMPEduqDr05RbiA0J4=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2548601_qfsba_hash_brown_quiche_189_0_0_0_0_0_0_1_1-477aaac81eeb49068976f79ae37b27fd.jpg)
Every Southern cook knows a good quiche recipe or two, and you'll be adding this one with fresh asparagus, frozen hash browns, and thick-cut bacon to your list.
Texas Skillet Cake
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If you love classic Texas sheet cake, you'll be obsessed with this thicker, richer Texas skillet cake.
Cheesy Skillet-Baked Pork Chops
![Southern Living Cheesy Skillet-Baked Pork Chops in skillet with a serving out on a plate beside](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/PzqAbzGuMIBJCw9X7qjuDbOAbD0=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Cheese_Skillet_Baked_Pork_Chops_013-cd1d63db42c049028e72611671d952be.jpg)
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
This is the most restaurant-worthy 35-minute recipe you'll ever serve. A tip from the Test Kitchen: Pork chops that aren't too thick or thin are best in this recipe. Look for chops that are one inch thick—they will be meaty and filling without taking a ton of time to cook.
Cast-Iron Chicken Piccata
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The best part of this chicken piccata is it only requires one dish to make, and we recommend a cast-iron skillet. It will heat more evenly than a nonstick pan, yielding a delicious cutlet that's tender with crisp skin.
Cast-Iron Salsa
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Turn your skillet into a Mexican comal, aka griddle, by slowly charring onions, garlic, and peppers in a dry skillet. We like to use this traditional dry char technique because it coaxes sweet, earthy flavors from the vegetables and gives them just a hint of smokiness.
Chicken-and-Wild Rice Skillet Casserole
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This rustic meal, a company's-coming riff on the old-school chicken-and-rice number, is held together by a tangy gravy flavored with country ham and mushrooms.
King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese
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All the flavors of a favorite casserole come together in the comfort of mac and cheese. Serve this dish to your family, and it will become a quick favorite.
Top-Shelf Chicken Under a Brick
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The "top-shelf" in this recipe speaks to the crispy skin, superior flavor, and juiciness of the bird.
Pork Chops with Dijon-Buttermilk Sauce
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One reader called this "the best pork chop recipe ever," and we think you'll agree.
Biscuits-and-Gravy Skillet
![Biscuits-and-Gravy Skillet](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/xFElTiqF1-PgHeAXMMDOeqrodpQ=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/breakfast-casseroles-2488001_break_biscuits_gravy029_highres_0_1_0_1_1-2000-003de9e567654bcb9075b7977d1b1b43-cf76a17ec60f4be0a1adee1cdbed2199.jpg)
Jennifer Causey
Serve up the classic, delicious flavors of biscuits and gravy in just one pan with this skillet recipe.
Cast-Iron Skillet Brownies
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The cast-iron skillet provides perfect brownie texture—crisp edges and gooey centers.
Cast-Iron Skillet Burgers
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Our Test Kitchen called this recipe "the burger to end all burgers," and we have a feeling that cooking all the following ingredients with bacon grease from the bacon is why.
Green Tomato Pie
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Rebecca Cummins
If you thought "fried" was the only way to enjoy green tomatoes, let this pie recipe prove you wrong. When baked up with warm spices and sugar, green tomatoes are similar to Granny Smith apples.
Southern Skillet Cornbread
![Southern Living Skillet Cornbread sliced to serve with butter](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/Ewhs8pNUuuDIInFYHykR16V7AMQ=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Skillet-Cornbread_Beauty2_Audit7042-72-2-311a58b179df45049174a9bf52e4dc21.jpg)
Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall
Southerners know that all good cornbread starts with a cast-iron skillet and bacon drippings.
Skillet Chicken Pot Pie With Puff Pastry
![Southern Living Skillet Chicken Pot Pie with Puff Pastry in the dish with a serving out beside it](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/aTCZInhPnXV9OHXXDYK1uPUd6Bk=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Southern-Living-Skillet-Chicken-Pot-Pie-w-Puff-Pastry-Hero-4x3-404610c804704d61b0152aba49a4c93a.jpg)
Brittany Conerly; Food Stylist: Karen Rankin; Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman
Instead of fussing with homemade piecrust, this recipe calls for frozen puff pastry sheets, which looks and tastes amazing.
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
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You can't go wrong with this iconic Southern dessert that looks as pretty as it tastes.
Skillet Pork Chops with Apples and Onions
![Skillet Pork Chops with Apples and Onions](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/f109YIzCsFjNwh4ixlnedwtZC1s=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/skillet_pork_chops_with_apples_and_onions_2262401_qfsja_320_0_0_0_1-8354162fac07430a9acb202e309d42a5.jpg)
Sweet cooked apples are a delicious match for skillet-seared pork chops and onions.
Apple Butter Cobbler with Drop Biscuits
![Apple Butter Cobbler with Drop Biscuits](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/diO7qoylD_QMY7bNjpXcEAC7stE=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2628601_Fresh_Apple_Cobbler_With_Drop_Biscuits_066-2000-471c3d5c502843d8865895fedcb9345e.jpg)
Cobbler is often associated with summer fruits like peaches and berries, but this apple cobbler is full of the flavors of fall.
Skillet Enchiladas Suizas
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No rolling required! With these skillet enchiladas, you can layer everything up and serve family-style.
Savory Bacon Dutch Baby
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If you've never tried to make a Dutch baby before, this puffy skillet breakfast pastry should be your weekend baking project. This recipe uses savory ingredients like bacon, cheddar cheese, and chopped chives, but you can also use toppings and fillings like fresh fruit and whipped cream for a sweet take.
Cast-Iron Potato Kugel
![Cast-Iron Potato Kugel](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/dBwzzO8_klMFJOpv-H5iA4Fke3Y=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/27028-OE-Kugel_0197-2000-64a80f4cd45748e4b3dd49fcd0a1a150.jpg)
Though kugel is usually make in a casserole dish, the cast-iron skillet is the best vehicle for perfect texture.
Beef Tamale Pie
![Beef Tamale Pie](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/k0S-kgfFxit-woU0NVCrIfIk02Q=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2626001_qfste_tamale_pie_007_1-2000-2c3a6fb3d257442692d2a88d1d2d44f8.jpg)
A package of corn muffin mix and budget-friendly ground beef come together in this simple skillet supper that the whole family will love. Add more sliced jalapenos to the top if you like a little spice.
Pan-Seared Strip Steaks
![Southern Living Pan Seared Strip Steaks](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/Wt6rOXiFpEDd5sWLyZtX1UUguu8=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/27530_Magic-of-Mayo_16-20b5041b8039454fb7f252695c11609a.jpg)
Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
If you've ever wondered how to sear a steak like the restaurants do, this recipe is for you. With a hot skillet and mayonnaise (just trust us!) you'll have an impressive dinner ready in just 15 minutes.
Southern Fried Corn
![Southern Fried Corn](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/AxngPh-ZwCOUIoihyBCUGVFGu1Y=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/seo_skillet_corn_001_0-1-9ef0b4017b8a4ac6a97a10de113645a0.jpg)
This classic Southern side belongs on every cookout menu this summer.
Skillet Spinach-Artichoke Dip
![Skillet spinach-artichoke dip in cast iron](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/jUz2xDHdq-hUzKhSjTRJPniKe64=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/southern-living-27342_Skillet_Spinach_Artichoke_Dip_020-a82b765c1efc41afb53aa7d0ce2dee69.jpg)
Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell; Food Stylist:Ruth Blackburn
We upgraded classic spinach-artichoke dip so that it’s extra melty and gooey in your cast-iron skillet. If somehow you have leftovers, our Test Kitchen recommends adding it into cooked pasta as a sauce with a little added milk or pasta water.
Marry Me Chicken
![Southern Living Marry Me Chicken garnished with fresh basil and ready to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/etmK_peM10cIrvQUMmiJJfTecmY=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Marry_Me_Chicken_024-f0417a93f64143c7824c1b3815d9825c.jpg)
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Consider yourself warned: Whoever you serve this easy skillet chicken to just might fall in love. It would be delicious served over whatever pasta you have in the pantry with a simple green salad.
Chocolate Dutch Baby With Berries
![Chocolate Dutch Baby](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/JpXmiJcP4VhsZk-J5wBvztcgYn4=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/southern-living-27339_Cast_Iron_Steak_Salad_208-06287e8253234f4db6ed43f90e02100e.jpg)
Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn
For a weekend brunch dish that feels luxe but is easy to make, try this sweet pancake recipe. We included variations for a Chocolate-Orange Dutch Baby and a Chocolate-Cherry-Almond Dutch Baby to suit your mood.
Skillet Beef Enchiladas
![Skillet beef enchiladas in a pan on a cutting board with a napkin and serving spoon beside.](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/L5zbfPpmCkJga5Gcs23u1F2j8Ho=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Southern-Living_27361_Suppertime_Cook_12711-f26b7aaacb734efd971b9a9074559013.jpg)
Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell
If you thought these Skillet Beef Enchiladas were a good idea alone, it gets even better. As part of our Cook Once, Eat Twice series, you can also enjoy our Chile Con Carne Recipe in conjunction with it.
Skillet Beer-Cheese Dip With Pretzel Bites
![Skillet beer-cheese dip with pretzel bites in skillet](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/xuWrWVU3cQrFzqD7AjpxjI24EOw=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/southern-living-27342_Beer_Cheese_Dip_with_Pretzel_Bites_017-0885272716884d6a86f963cc61b04c44.jpg)
Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn
It’s not a Southern tailgate without a warm, cheesy dip on the appetizer table. Our secret here is using frozen pretzel bites for a quick shortcut that will look impressive.
Brown Sugar-Glazed Brussels Sprouts With Bacon
![Brown Sugar-Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/Of0fuqf1qAgvI_oGNCorhX4dHUk=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Brown_Sugar_Glazed_Brussels_Sprouts_with_Bacon-16x9-1-2000-44d8d6eb6ac94f4893e3803893ed083c.jpg)
Our Test Kitchen Pros are officially swapping green beans for Brussels sprouts on their holiday tables thanks to this recipe. “Love roasted Brussels in most restaurants. My attempts at home have been hit or miss but this recipe is a HIT out of the ballpark!” wrote one five-star reviewer. “I’ve made it several times a week since trying it a few weeks ago!”
Skillet-Roasted Cabbage Wedges With Hot Bacon Dressing
![Roasted cabbage wedges topped with bacon dressing in a cast iron skillet on a green table with two glasses of beer and a napkin.](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/kkBR6FJ27fhsWeFbxrwSfy96dI8=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Southern-Living_27185_Cabbage_13007-724ea7b1b2f24c4bb43109fca812b006.jpg)
Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist Lydia Pursell
Unless used in coleslaw or cabbage rolls, cabbage can seem pretty boring. This incredible side dish ups the flavor ante on this spring veggie. “It was so delicious that I sent unsolicited texts with the recipe to friends and family!” wrote one five-star reviewer.
Deep-Dish Skillet Brownies
![Deep-Dish Skillet Brownies in a cast iron skillet](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/9JU0JLl5VjpQ9Q2lSiuvg6nA5fw=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/southern-living-27341_Plain_Skillet_Brownie_043-273240755eae4c88a8ed768a191ad9db.jpg)
Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell; Food Stylist:Ruth Blackburn
The cast-iron skillet is the best vessel to get crispy edges and a gooey center for your next batch of brownies. You’ll be so enamored with this new method, you’ll have to try our four flavor variations and pick a reigning favorite.
Crispy Chicken Thighs With Roasted Radishes
![Southern Living Crispy Chicken Thighs With Roasted Radishes](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/X55T5Iob2jJd6pLnIMLa02_qxFg=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Southern-Living_27386_ST_-Spring-Mix_19565-76d041b1a5664365a34fbb4ef5ccdc02.jpg)
Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
The radish gets its day in the spotlight thanks to this skillet supper that reviewers are raving over: “I had no idea that you could roast radishes. What a wonderful flavor paired with garlic and combined with the chicken thighs! The bitterness associated with radishes disappeared and it was as if one was tasting a turnip. The chicken thighs remained crispy throughout the roasting process and were very tasty and tender. This recipe was also very easy to assemble and prepare. It was absolutely delicious and I will definitely make this recipe again!”
Cast-Iron Salmon With Baby Kale Salad
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Often, our cast-iron skillets are used for things like frying chicken and baking cobblers, but we promise they can cook healthy dishes, too. This beautiful salmon recipe comes together in just 25 minutes.
Beefy Skillet Lasagna
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Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn
“The cheesy, saucy one-pan lasagna has all the flavor of the classic, but is ready in less time than it takes to bake a traditional lasagna,” writes Assistant Food Editor Alana Al-Hatlani. “Sure, we took a few liberties with the classic recipe to ensure this version is on the table in under 40 minutes (i.e.jarred sauce), but if you use great prepared products, you won’t taste the difference.” She recommends Rao’s Homemade Marinara Sauce.
Fried Apples
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Fried apples are one of the simplest, most delicious ways to enjoy fall’s bounty. If you enjoy Cracker Barrel’s version of this recipe, delight the whole family by trying our copycat version at home.
Cast-Iron Steak Salad
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Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn
If you think a salad isn’t hearty enough to stand alone as a main dish, think again. Not only does this one have perfectly seared cast-iron steak on top, but it also includes Yukon gold potatoes for a healthy but filling addition.
Skillet Taco Dip
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Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn
The hardest thing about this recipe is chopping up a few veggies. From there, you basically combine everything that’s good about tacos into one skillet, serve it with tortilla chips, and watch the crowd go wild.
Vegetarian Skillet Chili
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If you think the three words “vegetarian,” “skillet,” and “chili” don’t go together, it’s time to try this recipe. With just 30 minutes from start-to-finish and a guilt-free list of ingredients, this recipe just might become a regular in your house this fall and winter.
Skillet BBQ Chicken
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Chicken thighs are a budget-friendly pick at the grocery store, and there are countless ways to dress them up at dinnertime. This quick and easy recipe can be enjoyed with on its own with veggies or between buns on a sandwich.
Corn-and-Smoked Sausage Nachos
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Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn
“When the Super Bowl rolls around, I don’t really pay attention to which teams are playing or who’s performing during halftime,” writes Editorial Producer Ivy Odom. “As with any good party in the South, the main priority is the food.” That’s why she created this new nachos recipe that’s topped with Alabama’s favorite Conecuh sausage.
Cast-Iron Skillet Peach Cobbler
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Peach cobbler is perhaps the dessert recipe that screams “summer” most, so of course we had to find a way to prepare it in our cast-iron skillets. Just don’t forget a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Cracklin' Cornbread
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Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Serve up slices of this savory cornbread with Whipped Jalapeño Butter and everyone will be asking for the recipe.