Cooking 101 Stay Home and Cook With Lodge By: Lodge Cast Iron / July 10, 2020 Whether you live by yourself or have a household full of rambunctious kids, cooking at home can create a spark of joy amidst stay-at-home orders and self-quarantining. Delicious food has a way of bringing us comfort, not just in our stomachs, but in our souls as well. That's why we're sharing our favorite homemade dinners, tasty sweet treats, and easy dinner recipes to add to your rotation. So stay home tonight and make memories with Lodge. E-mail this page Share on Facebook Share on Pinterest Share on Twitter Print this page Beginner recipes Start with the basics Want to cook at home but not sure where to start? Try your hand at these quick and easy recipes and pretty soon, you'll be a whiz in the kitchen. Perfectly Grilled Chicken Breasts These simple grilled chicken breasts are soaked in brine before cooking to ensure tender, juicy meat. How to Roast Veggies Done right, fresh vegetables can steal the show. Favorite Fried Chicken This classic fried chicken recipe uses simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Simple Pizza Dough Recipe Garnish this classic pizza dough with your favorite toppings and bake it on a Cast Iron Baking Pan for that perfect crust! Thick Cut Salt & Pepper Pork Chops The secret to juicy pork chops without making a brine? Basic Pie Dough Basic pie dough is worth the time it takes to make yourself. Family recipes Simplify family dinners No matter your cooking skill level, we have easy entrées, sides, and one-pan meals that make a perfect homemade meal any day of the week. Steaks With Blue Cheese Butter The secret to grilling restaurant quality steaks at home begins with a cast iron skillet! Splayed Roast Chicken With Spring Vegetables This recipe comes to us from Sarah Waldman's cookbook Feeding a Family. Bacon Fried Rice The key to really good fried rice is stale rice that no longer sticks together... Spaghetti Carbonara This classic spaghetti carbonara recipe features tender pasta tossed in a parmesan-egg sauce with pancetta and peas. Fish & Chips Try your hand at one of London’s most iconic dishes. Twice Baked Potato Casserole Transform the classic twice baked potato recipe into a cheesy bacon-topped casserole. Comfort recipes Choose comfort food Sometimes we want our meals to feel like a hug, remind us of bygone times, relieve stress, or satisfy a craving. When you dive into our favorite comfort food recipes, you can feel your stress melt away with each bite. Creamed Corn and Smoked Gouda Cornsticks These simple cornsticks are perfect for dipping into soups and stews - and they take less than 30 minutes to make! Classic Hot Wings Whether we’re having people over for game day or hosting a birthday party, we’ll take any excuse to fry a big batch of wings. Beer Cheese Dip Watching the big game at home? What you need is a good dip, and we have a delightful new recipe for you to try. Cheesy Spinach Lasagna Get ready to layer up this lasagna with ricotta, parmesan, spinach, and chunky tomato sauce. Graduated Grilled Cheese Any day is a good day for grilled cheese, especially when there are sautéed onions, tomatoes, and mushrooms tucked in between the slices of melty cheese. Beer Battered Onion Rings and Dijon No fish fry is complete without beer battered onion rings! Skillet Scalloped Potatoes This easy, crowd-pleasing dish makes a tasty holiday side and will fill your kitchen with the aroma of rosemary and garlic! Shepherd's Pie Our March 2024 Recipe of the Month is a St. Patrick’s Day favorite that’s perfect for weeknight meals or dinner parties alike. When it comes time to serve this to your crew, don’t forget to pair it with a nice stout and some Irish soda bread. Kid-friendly recipes Calling all kid helpers Bring the kids into the kitchen with these easy family recipes. Have them help you measure out the ingredients, stir and mix, set the timer, and together you can delight in the tasty finished product. Warm Chocolate Chunk Cookie Hands-down, this is the one-skillet dessert that brings everyone to the table. Any Day Pancakes Fluffy, moist, and higher in protein than average pancakes, these tasty breakfast cakes are made with whole grain flours. Cheesy Black Bean Quesadillas These cheesy quesadillas, packed with black beans and lots of flavor, are guaranteed to satisfy and delight. Skillet S'mores Dip We can't decide what we like better about this recipe... Gooey Chocolate Skillets These warm and rich chocolate skillets are as comforting as they are dreamy. Basic Dutch Baby Sometimes known as a German pancake or Bismark, the Dutch Baby is a quick dish that’s as fun to watch puff up in the oven as it is to eat. Bread recipes Bake all the bread Our bread recipes make it easy for you to learn how to make fresh-baked bread and rolls right at home. Jim Lahey’s No-knead Bread Jim Lahey, founder of Sullivan Street Bakery in New York City, has a no-knead bread recipe that just uses a cast iron dutch oven, flour, yeast, water, and salt so anyone can make bakery-quality bread right at home. Tips for Making Bread in Cast Iron If you've ever wanted to try your hand at making bread in cast iron, you're in luck! Spoon Rolls The mini cake pan is the perfect baking vessel for these homemade spoon rolls, a recipe passed down through generations of the Lodge family. Simple Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread This easy three-ingredient cast iron skillet cornbread is as simple as it gets and makes a great base for adding more adventurous flavors. The Best Cast Iron Dutch Ovens Lodge not only makes the best cast iron dutch ovens, they offer helpful dutch oven cooking tutorials, camp cooking tips, the best cleaning instructions, and delicious recipes. Sweet recipes Indulge in homemade treats Enjoy a sweet moment with these tasty dessert recipes. If you have extra, grab a container and deliver to family and friends. Chocolate Fudge Brownies Did you know classic fudge brownies taste even better when baked in cast iron? It's true. Lemon Lavender Mini Pound Cakes The fresh and floral flavor of these mini pound cakes make them the perfect summer dessert. Strawberry Pie Cast iron skillets are great to use when baking pies. Blueberry Ricotta Skillet Cake The recipe for this fluffy, berry-filled cake was adapted from our friends at Bon Appétit. Blackberry Orange Tart for Two Make a decadent dessert for two with this sweet blackberry orange tart recipe. Buttermilk Beignets With Chocolate Ganache Do you ever fantasize about an early morning stroll down the Big Easy, followed by a necessary stop for a beloved beignet? We do too. Brunch recipes Master the at-home brunch Pour yourself a mimosa and mix up one of these recipes for a weekend brunch that rivals your favorite local spot. Briggs' Buttermilk Biscuits We love how the tops and bottoms of these biscuits are slightly crispy and the insides stays tender and flaky. Tomato Basil Caprese Frittata Quick, delicious, nutritious – nothing achieves this quite like a frittata! Apple Cinnamon Dutch Baby Also called a German Pancake, a Dutch Baby is a quick dish that's as fun to watch puff up in the oven as it is to eat. This version is topped with apples and cinnamon, and will make your home smell like autumn has arrived. Mascarpone Stuffed French Toast With Strawberries and Mint Stuffed with decadent mascarpone and topped with fresh strawberries and mint, this brioche french toast recipe is perfect for breakfast or brunch. How to Build a Perfect Breakfast Sandwich Double Decker Denver Omelet Cornbread Stack This recipe layers flavors of vegetables, bacon, and cheese between two omelet cornbread stacks, topped with a mustard maple glaze. Any Day Pancakes Fluffy, moist, and higher in protein than average pancakes, these tasty breakfast cakes are made with whole grain flours. Pizza recipes Bring back pizza night No need for delivery, you can make pizza at home. Get your whole family involved and follow one of these pizza recipes for a fun night in. You can even get creative and add your favorite cheese and toppings to our classic pizza dough recipe. Grilled Margherita Pizza Recipe Marinara sauce, Alpine cheddar cheese, and chopped fresh basil combine beautifully to make a light and delicious pizza cooked on the grill. Cast Iron Deep Dish Pizza Pan Recipe This pizza is loaded with toppings and cheese and cooked in a carbon steel skillet for a perfect, crispy crust. Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza Any food that has bacon and ranch in it must be good. Butternut Squash and Ricotta Pizza The sweetness of butternut squash and creamy ricotta take this pizza to the next level. Shrimp Pesto Pizza Mozzarella cheese, basil pesto, and juicy shrimp adorn crisp pizza dough in this delicious seafood recipe. Stuffed Pizza A Chicago classic, this pizza is chock full of meat, cheese, and vegetables inside, while the top is dressed in its colorful tomato best. Bacon, Blue Cheese, & Peach Pizza With Semolina Pizza Crust A unique combination of sweet and salty, chewy and crisp, the flavors of this pizza are unforgettable. Missing an ingredient? Before you head to the store, check out our list of common ingredient substitutions for cooking and baking. View the substitutions Contributed By: Lodge Cast Iron We hope you enjoy our stories and recipes! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, and tag your Instagram food photos with #lodgecastiron for a chance to be featured on our feed! Get $10 off any $50+ order!* While you're shopping, become a Pan Fan today and sign up for our newsletter! *Coupon code will be sent to your email after you sign up for our newsletter! New sign ups only. Sign Up By submitting your information, you are agreeing to Lodge Cast Iron’s Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Please try again.
Cooking 101 Stay Home and Cook With Lodge By: Lodge Cast Iron / July 10, 2020 Whether you live by yourself or have a household full of rambunctious kids, cooking at home can create a spark of joy amidst stay-at-home orders and self-quarantining. Delicious food has a way of bringing us comfort, not just in our stomachs, but in our souls as well. That's why we're sharing our favorite homemade dinners, tasty sweet treats, and easy dinner recipes to add to your rotation. So stay home tonight and make memories with Lodge. E-mail this page Share on Facebook Share on Pinterest Share on Twitter Print this page Beginner recipes Start with the basics Want to cook at home but not sure where to start? Try your hand at these quick and easy recipes and pretty soon, you'll be a whiz in the kitchen. Perfectly Grilled Chicken Breasts These simple grilled chicken breasts are soaked in brine before cooking to ensure tender, juicy meat. How to Roast Veggies Done right, fresh vegetables can steal the show. Favorite Fried Chicken This classic fried chicken recipe uses simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Simple Pizza Dough Recipe Garnish this classic pizza dough with your favorite toppings and bake it on a Cast Iron Baking Pan for that perfect crust! Thick Cut Salt & Pepper Pork Chops The secret to juicy pork chops without making a brine? Basic Pie Dough Basic pie dough is worth the time it takes to make yourself. Family recipes Simplify family dinners No matter your cooking skill level, we have easy entrées, sides, and one-pan meals that make a perfect homemade meal any day of the week. Steaks With Blue Cheese Butter The secret to grilling restaurant quality steaks at home begins with a cast iron skillet! Splayed Roast Chicken With Spring Vegetables This recipe comes to us from Sarah Waldman's cookbook Feeding a Family. Bacon Fried Rice The key to really good fried rice is stale rice that no longer sticks together... Spaghetti Carbonara This classic spaghetti carbonara recipe features tender pasta tossed in a parmesan-egg sauce with pancetta and peas. Fish & Chips Try your hand at one of London’s most iconic dishes. Twice Baked Potato Casserole Transform the classic twice baked potato recipe into a cheesy bacon-topped casserole. Comfort recipes Choose comfort food Sometimes we want our meals to feel like a hug, remind us of bygone times, relieve stress, or satisfy a craving. When you dive into our favorite comfort food recipes, you can feel your stress melt away with each bite. Creamed Corn and Smoked Gouda Cornsticks These simple cornsticks are perfect for dipping into soups and stews - and they take less than 30 minutes to make! Classic Hot Wings Whether we’re having people over for game day or hosting a birthday party, we’ll take any excuse to fry a big batch of wings. Beer Cheese Dip Watching the big game at home? What you need is a good dip, and we have a delightful new recipe for you to try. Cheesy Spinach Lasagna Get ready to layer up this lasagna with ricotta, parmesan, spinach, and chunky tomato sauce. Graduated Grilled Cheese Any day is a good day for grilled cheese, especially when there are sautéed onions, tomatoes, and mushrooms tucked in between the slices of melty cheese. Beer Battered Onion Rings and Dijon No fish fry is complete without beer battered onion rings! Skillet Scalloped Potatoes This easy, crowd-pleasing dish makes a tasty holiday side and will fill your kitchen with the aroma of rosemary and garlic! Shepherd's Pie Our March 2024 Recipe of the Month is a St. Patrick’s Day favorite that’s perfect for weeknight meals or dinner parties alike. When it comes time to serve this to your crew, don’t forget to pair it with a nice stout and some Irish soda bread. Kid-friendly recipes Calling all kid helpers Bring the kids into the kitchen with these easy family recipes. Have them help you measure out the ingredients, stir and mix, set the timer, and together you can delight in the tasty finished product. Warm Chocolate Chunk Cookie Hands-down, this is the one-skillet dessert that brings everyone to the table. Any Day Pancakes Fluffy, moist, and higher in protein than average pancakes, these tasty breakfast cakes are made with whole grain flours. Cheesy Black Bean Quesadillas These cheesy quesadillas, packed with black beans and lots of flavor, are guaranteed to satisfy and delight. Skillet S'mores Dip We can't decide what we like better about this recipe... Gooey Chocolate Skillets These warm and rich chocolate skillets are as comforting as they are dreamy. Basic Dutch Baby Sometimes known as a German pancake or Bismark, the Dutch Baby is a quick dish that’s as fun to watch puff up in the oven as it is to eat. Bread recipes Bake all the bread Our bread recipes make it easy for you to learn how to make fresh-baked bread and rolls right at home. Jim Lahey’s No-knead Bread Jim Lahey, founder of Sullivan Street Bakery in New York City, has a no-knead bread recipe that just uses a cast iron dutch oven, flour, yeast, water, and salt so anyone can make bakery-quality bread right at home. Tips for Making Bread in Cast Iron If you've ever wanted to try your hand at making bread in cast iron, you're in luck! Spoon Rolls The mini cake pan is the perfect baking vessel for these homemade spoon rolls, a recipe passed down through generations of the Lodge family. Simple Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread This easy three-ingredient cast iron skillet cornbread is as simple as it gets and makes a great base for adding more adventurous flavors. The Best Cast Iron Dutch Ovens Lodge not only makes the best cast iron dutch ovens, they offer helpful dutch oven cooking tutorials, camp cooking tips, the best cleaning instructions, and delicious recipes. Sweet recipes Indulge in homemade treats Enjoy a sweet moment with these tasty dessert recipes. If you have extra, grab a container and deliver to family and friends. Chocolate Fudge Brownies Did you know classic fudge brownies taste even better when baked in cast iron? It's true. Lemon Lavender Mini Pound Cakes The fresh and floral flavor of these mini pound cakes make them the perfect summer dessert. Strawberry Pie Cast iron skillets are great to use when baking pies. Blueberry Ricotta Skillet Cake The recipe for this fluffy, berry-filled cake was adapted from our friends at Bon Appétit. Blackberry Orange Tart for Two Make a decadent dessert for two with this sweet blackberry orange tart recipe. Buttermilk Beignets With Chocolate Ganache Do you ever fantasize about an early morning stroll down the Big Easy, followed by a necessary stop for a beloved beignet? We do too. Brunch recipes Master the at-home brunch Pour yourself a mimosa and mix up one of these recipes for a weekend brunch that rivals your favorite local spot. Briggs' Buttermilk Biscuits We love how the tops and bottoms of these biscuits are slightly crispy and the insides stays tender and flaky. Tomato Basil Caprese Frittata Quick, delicious, nutritious – nothing achieves this quite like a frittata! Apple Cinnamon Dutch Baby Also called a German Pancake, a Dutch Baby is a quick dish that's as fun to watch puff up in the oven as it is to eat. This version is topped with apples and cinnamon, and will make your home smell like autumn has arrived. Mascarpone Stuffed French Toast With Strawberries and Mint Stuffed with decadent mascarpone and topped with fresh strawberries and mint, this brioche french toast recipe is perfect for breakfast or brunch. How to Build a Perfect Breakfast Sandwich Double Decker Denver Omelet Cornbread Stack This recipe layers flavors of vegetables, bacon, and cheese between two omelet cornbread stacks, topped with a mustard maple glaze. Any Day Pancakes Fluffy, moist, and higher in protein than average pancakes, these tasty breakfast cakes are made with whole grain flours. Pizza recipes Bring back pizza night No need for delivery, you can make pizza at home. Get your whole family involved and follow one of these pizza recipes for a fun night in. You can even get creative and add your favorite cheese and toppings to our classic pizza dough recipe. Grilled Margherita Pizza Recipe Marinara sauce, Alpine cheddar cheese, and chopped fresh basil combine beautifully to make a light and delicious pizza cooked on the grill. Cast Iron Deep Dish Pizza Pan Recipe This pizza is loaded with toppings and cheese and cooked in a carbon steel skillet for a perfect, crispy crust. Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza Any food that has bacon and ranch in it must be good. Butternut Squash and Ricotta Pizza The sweetness of butternut squash and creamy ricotta take this pizza to the next level. Shrimp Pesto Pizza Mozzarella cheese, basil pesto, and juicy shrimp adorn crisp pizza dough in this delicious seafood recipe. Stuffed Pizza A Chicago classic, this pizza is chock full of meat, cheese, and vegetables inside, while the top is dressed in its colorful tomato best. Bacon, Blue Cheese, & Peach Pizza With Semolina Pizza Crust A unique combination of sweet and salty, chewy and crisp, the flavors of this pizza are unforgettable. Missing an ingredient? Before you head to the store, check out our list of common ingredient substitutions for cooking and baking. View the substitutions Contributed By: Lodge Cast Iron We hope you enjoy our stories and recipes! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, and tag your Instagram food photos with #lodgecastiron for a chance to be featured on our feed! Get $10 off any $50+ order!* While you're shopping, become a Pan Fan today and sign up for our newsletter! *Coupon code will be sent to your email after you sign up for our newsletter! New sign ups only. Sign Up By submitting your information, you are agreeing to Lodge Cast Iron’s Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Please try again.
