There are plenty of benefits for being a vegetarian, but one of the downsides is to have a carefully planned diet so as not to miss any of the nutrients that meat and animal products would provide otherwise.

One of the biggest issues is having to take vitamins in order to compensate for the loss of iron that one would gain from eating beef.  If you cook with cast iron cookware, however, then you’re luckier than most.

Studies have shown that the minerals from cast iron cookware attach themselves to food that is being prepared, thus putting an amount of iron that would not be present in vegetarian food.  By purchasing cast iron skillets, you could have some of the same health benefits as a non-vegetarian, as well as having really great, long-lasting pots and pans.

Every chef that’s passionate about creating the best food possible knows that an essential part of every recipe is the dishes used to cook and prepare the food. Certain dishes can actually help (or hinder) the quality of the food, because some cookware materials are ideal for bringing out the natural flavors of food. For that purpose, one of the most highly regarded cooking materials is cast iron. Baking pans made with this material are noted for being durable and delivering food that is cooked evenly.

This even cooking is particularly important for any kind of bread recipe. Whether you’re trying to make the perfect muffins or the best cornbread, many chefs turn to cast iron to create a golden brown result. The only downside to these pans is that they require a bit more maintenance than stainless steel or aluminum. They must be properly seasoned, or they could rust, but many food fanatics feel this extra step is worth the results they get from these pots and pans.

Ingredients
~ 1 ¾ cups flour
~ ½ tsp. salt
~ 2 tsp. baking powder
~ 1 tsp. sugar
~ ½ tsp. baking soda
~ ¼ cup shortening or 5 tablespoons butter
~ ¾ cup buttermilk

Directions
1.) Mix dry ingredients in large bowl.
2.) Cut in shortening or batter.
3.) Add in and lightly mix buttermilk.
4.) Knead dough on a floured surface for 30 seconds
5.) Pat dough into 1/4” thickness
6.) Cut into rounds
7.) Cook the biscuits on a lightly greased cast iron cookware skillet about one inch apart.
8.) Brown biscuits 3 to 4 minutes on each side

If you are going to cook tasty fried treats, you cannot use any ordinary frying pan.  You will need a deep frying pan for all your deep frying needs.  You can easily find deep fry pans online or in stores.

You will really need a deeper pan compared to ordinary frying pans.  There has to be a lot of oil to cover whatever you need to fry.  Shallow frying will not work for some dishes since they really have to be submerged in the oil.  Make sure as well that your oil is at the right temperature.  If you put in the food when the oil is not that hot yet, the food will just absorb a lot of the oil and will take longer to cook.  If the oil is too hot, you will burn the food you are cooking.

Cook cornbread just like grandma or mom used to make. Use cornbread skillets manufactured by Old Mountain. They are the industry leaders when it comes to cast iron skillets, versatile and colored enamelware, and cooking skillet products of all kinds. They make some of the finest cookware available.

The iron skillet from Old Mountain is a functional piece of kitchen equipment. It also doubles as a family heirloom. Make your own memories today by starting your own collection of iron skillets that will be appreciated by future generations in your family. You’ll never have to worry about your cast iron getting worn out because cast iron can last for 100 years or more.

Omelets have always been the most popular breakfast item in our family home. I like fixing omelets for my family because they are healthy and nutritious, but also tasty and filling. The only problem is that every time I fix them each family member asks for a different type.My son only wants ham and cheese, my daughter wants vegetarian, and my husband wants sausage and mushroom. It got to be so annoying that I stopped making them for a while. But my husband found a solution. He bought me three skillets for Christmas, that way I could fix all three omlettes at the same time. What a great idea!

Breakfast has never tasted this good. It seems that those cast Iron skillets I purchased are really worth it. My cooking became magical from the moment I used my new cast iron cookware. My husband says the meals are tastier.

The cast iron material features more even cooking and allows me to cook at higher temperatures. My home-cooked meals have never turned out this delicious. It’s really rewarding for a homemaker like me to know my cooking is appreciated.

Let’s face it I don’t know how to work most kitchen equipment, and either do many other single men out there. Growing up I never really explored the kitchen, Mom took care of all that stuff. Maybe I was a little spoiled. I admit learning how to use a griddle to make pancakes, or an oven to bake cookies would have made it more convenient to enjoy all my favorite snacks as an adult.

Whenever I visit home Mom tells me she will teach me how to cook, but I really feel like it’s too late. Fast-food isn’t healthy, but at least it’s quick! Maybe if Mom actually buys me a griddle for Christmas this year I will take to time to learn how to cook.

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 medium tart apples, unpeeled, cored, quartered, and sliced
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 2 to 3 tablespoons sugar

Preparation:Melt butter in a medium heavy skillet over medium heat. Add apples to a cast iron skillet; cover and cook for 5 minutes, or until apples are juicy. Turn and sprinkle with 1/3 cup sugar. Reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for about 5 minutes longer. Uncover and cook 2 to 3 minutes longer, or until sugar is absorbed and apples are lightly browned on bottom. Remove from heat and sprinkle with a few more tablespoons of sugar, depending on tartness of apples. Serve hot as a side dish to ham or pork meal, or with breakfast.

Serves 6.

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 medium tart apples, unpeeled, cored, quartered, and sliced
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 2 to 3 tablespoons sugar

Preparation:
Melt butter in a medium heavy skillet over medium heat. Add apples to a cast iron skillet; cover and cook for 5 minutes, or until apples are juicy. Turn and sprinkle with 1/3 cup sugar. Reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for about 5 minutes longer. Uncover and cook 2 to 3 minutes longer, or until sugar is absorbed and apples are lightly browned on bottom. Remove from heat and sprinkle with a few more tablespoons of sugar, depending on tartness of apples. Serve hot as a side dish to ham or pork meal, or with breakfast.

Serves 6.