If there ever has been a time you need cast iron cookware in your survival arsenal it is Now!! With todays failing economy, supply chain fails, rising inflation, rising fuel prices, elec system blackouts, governement lockdowns and the Global Initiatives happing right now, cast iron cookware could be one of your most valuable possessions to feed your family.
A cast-iron skillet is of the ultimate cooking tools to have in your kitchen arsenal. Just ask your mother, who may have even gifted you her family heirloom cast-iron skillet when you first moved out on your own.
The grill-like quality makes cooking with cast iron on your stovetop is great for searing steaks, crisping bacon, and cooking burgers that could compete with any grill. These oven-safe skillets are also perfect for making deep dish pizza, rich cornbread, or casseroles.
Cast iron pots and pans can be used on both your stovetop and in your oven or grill. With so many options, deciding what to cook will be the most difficult part.
The #1 enemy of your cast-iron skillet is moisture - always wash it by hand. The dishwasher will strip your well-earned seasoning and does not get your cast iron as dry as it needs to be to prevent rusting.
Once you have cleaned your cast iron, you MUST thoroughly dry your pan. Take a clean, dry dishtowel to the entire pan including the inside, outside, and handle.
Once your cast iron is fully dry, rub or spray a small amount of oil into your pan and heat on low for 20 minutes. After the pan is cooled, you can use a paper towel to remove any excess oil and store the pan in a clean, dry cupboard.
Cast Iron will Blacken into the Beautiful Look that most people are looking for after several times of using, called "seasoning".
WTSHTF and we enter a new era, daily life will move to a more basic level similar to the “olden days” or life in 3rd world countries. When this happens, nothing will beat cooking with cast iron. Settlers and cattle drivers used it for many reasons, and there are many reasons why YOU should use it, too.
Cost Effective – Compared to hoity toity cookware sold in many stores, cast iron is cheap!
What Foods Can You Cook With Cast Iron Pans? - The short answer is: anything!
Rugged – These pots and pans won’t scratch, chip or melt. They’ll withstand extremely high temperatures
Versatile – You can use your cast iron skillet on the range, in the oven, or directly on campfire coals. You can use it for pan frying, deep frying, roasting and stewing. A basic skillet and Dutch oven will cover most cooking needs.
Taste – Food cooked in cast iron just plain tastes better in many cases.
Random cast iron skillet trivia:
Lewis and Clark listed their Dutch oven as one of their most critical pieces of equipment.
George Washington’s mother thought so highly of her cast iron that she put it in her will.
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