29 Cast-Iron Skillet Recipes that Serve 10 or More (2024)

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29 Cast-Iron Skillet Recipes that Serve 10 or More (1)Katie BandurskiUpdated: Feb. 28, 2024

    Is there anything you can't make in a cast-iron skillet? These hearty, potluck-ready appetizers, desserts, main dishes and more were meant for sharing. Find our whole cast iron cooking guide here.

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    Ginger-Orange Wings

    The sweet-and-sour sauce in this recipe was originally for pork spareribs, but my family has always enjoyed it this way. The longer the wings sit in the ketchup, ginger and orange marmalade sauce, the better they taste. They can be served warm or cold.-Lora Fletcher, Lyons, Oregon

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    Baked Asparagus Dip

    Since I'm from Wisconsin, I thought it was only logical to put together a vegetable and a cheese—two of the foods my state produces in abundance. This cheesy asparagus dip fits the bill. —Sandra Baratka, Phillips, Wisconsin

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    Farmhouse Pork and Apple Pie

    I've always loved pork and apples together, and this recipe combines them nicely to create a comforting main dish. It calls for a bit of preparation, but my family and I agree the wonderful flavor is well worth the effort. —Suzanne Strocsher, Bothell, Washington

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    Calzone Rolls

    Big pizza flavor comes through in these rolls. My recipe makes two pans because you'll need 'em! It’s so easy to make the dough in my bread machine. —Barb Downie, Peterborough, Ontario

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    Apricot Kielbasa Slices

    This easy-to-fix kielbasa appetizer is coated in a thick, zesty sauce with just the right amount of sweetness. —Barbara McCalley, Allison Park, Pennsylvania

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    How to Make Sesame Chicken Just Like Your Favorite Take-Out Order

    Plated with rice and crunchy, stir-fried vegetables, this sesame chicken recipe makes homemade Chinese dishes taste just like they do in the restaurants.

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    Butternut Squash Rolls

    With their cheery yellow color and delicious aroma, these appealing buns will brighten your buffet table. Plus, I've found this recipe is a wonderful way to use up squash from the garden. —Bernice Morris, Marshfield, Missouri

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    Chickpea Fritters with Sweet-Spicy Sauce

    Chickpeas are a common ingredient in many dishes in Pakistan, where I grew up. I have combined the light spice of Pakistani foods with the love of deep-fried finger foods that many Americans, including my daughters, enjoy. To eat, dip this chickpea recipe in chilled yogurt. —Shahrin Hasan, York, Pennsylvania

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    Caramel-Apple Skillet Buckle

    My grandma used to bake a version of this for me when I was a little girl. She would make it using fresh apples from her tree in the backyard. I've adapted her recipe because I love the combination of apples, pecans and caramel. —Emily Hobbs, Springfield, Missouri

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    Pizza Rolls

    Our family just loves my husband's version of store-bought pizza rolls. They take some time to make, but they freeze well so we get to enjoy the fruits of our labor for a long time! —Julie Gaines, Normal, Illinois

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    Korean Wontons

    Korean wontons (called mandoo) are not hot and spicy like many of the traditional Korean dishes. Filled with inexpensive vegetables and beef, the fried dumplings are very easy to prepare and so tasty!. —Christy Lee, Horsham, Pennsylvania

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    Muenster Bread

    Many years ago my sister and I won blue ribbons in 4-H with this bread. The recipe makes a beautiful golden loaf with cheese peeking out of every slice. —Melanie Mero, Ida, Michigan

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    Fried Prosciutto Tortellini

    My take on Italian street food, these fried tortellini are crunchy, gooey good. For the sauce, use the best quality tomatoes you can find. —Angela Lemoine, Howell, New Jersey

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    Queso Fundido

    Dig in to this one-skillet dip and enjoy the gooey cheese and the spicy kicks from chorizo and pepper jack. —Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington

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    Hush Puppies

    A fish dinner isn’t complete without a side of hush puppies, and my mom is well-known for this recipe. It's the best! —Mary McGuire, Graham, NC

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    Latkes are crispy fried pancakes, often made with potatoes. But this sweet version with apples, orange juice, cinnamon and vanilla falls in the dessert realm. —Candy McMenamin, Lexington, South Carolina

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    Ravioli Appetizer Pops

    Ravioli on a stick is a tasty appetizer everyone talks about. They’re simple and fun to make and eat. Use packaged dipping sauces, or make your own. Get my recipes on my blog, thehopelesshousewife.com. —Erika Monroe-Williams, Scottsdale, Arizona

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    Ham and Broccoli Cornbread

    Leftovers haunt me. Often nobody wants to eat them, and I hate to see them go to waste. A cornbread casserole is an excellent way to leverage many combinations of leftover meat and veggies into exciting new meals that everyone will love. —Fay Moreland, Wichita Falls, Texas

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    Fried Sweet Potato Pies

    With my dad being a farmer who grew them, sweet potatoes have graced our table for as long as I can recall. This recipe, however, resulted from an experiment for a church bake sale when we had excess pastry. People couldn't get enough of these pies! —Marilyn Moseley, Toccoa, Georgia

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    Egg Burritos

    Zap one of these frozen burritos in the microwave and you'll stave off hunger all morning. This recipe is my family’s favorite combo, but I sometimes use breakfast sausage instead of bacon. —Audra Niederman, Aberdeen, South Dakota

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    Deluxe Cornbread Stuffing

    When my husband and I were newlyweds and far from family, we invited friends over for a traditional Thanksgiving feast. I searched for stuffing recipes and combined the best aspects of several to create this one. Everyone liked it, and I still make it for holidays. —Pamela Rickman, Valdosta, Georgia

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    Bacon Cheeseburger Balls

    The first time I served these, my husband and kids thought we were having plain meatballs. Then they cut into the flavorful filling inside! —Cathy Lendvoy, Boharm, Saskatchewan

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    Homemade Rhubarb Upside-Down Cake

    This light and airy yellow cake is moist but not too sweet, and the caramelized rhubarb topping adds tangy flavor and visual appeal. We like it served with strawberry ice cream. —Joyce Rowe, Stratham, New Hampshire

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    Brunch Beignets

    Enjoy breakfast the New Orleans way with these warm, crispy bites. Topped with powdered sugar, they are a delight! —Lois Rutherford, Elkton, Florida

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    Cinnamon-Sugar Apple Pie

    Cinnamon apple pie baked in a cast iron skillet is a real stunner. This beauty, with its flaky, tender crust, also works in a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate. —Renee Schettler Rossi, New York, New York

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    Potato Pan Rolls

    My family loves these rolls and requests them often. They don't take long to make because you use quick-rise yeast. —Connie Storckman, Evanston, Wyoming

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    Hoisin Meatball Lettuce Wraps

    I make these tangy-sweet appetizers every year during the holidays, and it doesn't take long for them to disappear.—Elaine Sweet, Dallas, Texas

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    Homemade Potato Chips

    Forget buying a bag of potato chips at the grocery store when you can make these at home. This quick and easy recipe will delight everyone in the family. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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    Tomato-Basil Pull-Apart Rolls

    My nephew helped me create these soft and colorful rolls. He named them “wheelies” because the spiral shapes reminded him of his toy trucks. —Dianna Wara, Washington, Illinois

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    Originally Published: January 30, 2019

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    Katie Bandurski

    As Senior Shopping Editor, Katie connects Taste of Home readers with the best gifts, deals and home products on the market. An avid foodie and a holiday enthusiast, Katie is an expert at cultivating meaningful moments.When she’s out of the office, you’ll find her exploring Wisconsin, trying out new vegetarian recipes and watching Christmas movies.

    29 Cast-Iron Skillet Recipes that Serve 10 or More (2024)

    FAQs

    What foods are best cooked in a cast iron skillet? ›

    The Best Foods to Cook in Cast Iron Pans
    • Pan-seared veggies and proteins.
    • Fatty foods like bacon.
    • Burgers.
    • Grilled cheese sandwiches.
    • Pizza.
    • Eggs (yes, you read that right!)
    • Potatoes.
    • Cornbread and other breads.
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    What can you cook in a 10 inch skillet? ›

    Here are some foods with serving size estimates you can cook in your 10-inch skillet:
    • 3 fried eggs.
    • 4 scrambled eggs.
    • 10” personal pizza.
    • 2 servings of side dishes like roasted vegetables, potatoes, and more.
    • 2 servings of stir fry.
    • 1 large skillet cookie.
    • 2 pancakes.
    • 3-4 pieces of bacon.

    What is the best meat to cook in a cast iron skillet? ›

    A thick-cut steak such as a ribeye or New York strip is best for cooking in a cast iron skillet because it can withstand the high heat of the skillet and develop a gorgeous crust, while remaining juicy and tender in the middle. Avoid lean cuts like flank steak or skirt steak, as they are prone to drying out.

    What size cast iron skillet is considered large? ›

    Medium skillet = 8 inches. Large skillet = 10 inches. Extra-large skillet = 12 inches.

    What is the first thing you should cook in cast iron? ›

    Start with Vegetables

    Any seared, sautéed, or pan-roasted vegetable recipe is a great place to start breaking in your skillet. Vegetables won't stick to your cooking surface like fatty proteins, and are easy to spread out over the entire cooking surface, helping to build even seasoning.

    What is the first thing I should cook in my cast iron skillet? ›

    We recommend starting with vegetables as they are more forgiving than most proteins - they taste delicious and won't stick to your pan! Keep in mind that using a little bit of oil is necessary to help to keep food from sticking.

    Can you use butter on cast iron? ›

    Yes, you can season the pans for frying, sautéing, or baking in cast iron cookware like pans, pots, or skillets with butter, but it's not the right choice to season it for the first time. Butter immediately starts to smoke when added to a heated pan because cast iron can withstand a lot of heat.

    Is a 10 inch skillet big enough? ›

    If you have a small kitchen, only cook for one to two people at a time, or just don't cook that often, you're likely okay with a small- or medium-sized pan (8” or 10”). If you collect cookware, cook more nights than not, and have multiple mouths to feed per night, then a larger size pan (12” or 14”) is ideal.

    What does the number 10 mean on a cast iron skillet? ›

    The numbers correlate to the size of ports on antique wood stoves as cast iron cookware and wood stoves often went hand in hand. The number 10 is traditionally a top diameter 11.5" skillet.

    What size cast iron skillet is best for cornbread? ›

    A 10.25 inch skillet will hold one package of mix and turn out a beautiful round of cornbread.

    Do you use butter or oil when cooking a steak in a cast iron skillet? ›

    To reduce the amount of smoke, start with oil, rather than butter. We recommend around 1/2 cup for a 12-inch skillet. A few minutes before you finish cooking your steak, add butter and aromatics.

    Why is my meat sticking to my cast iron skillet? ›

    The Cause:

    Occasionally food may stick to your cast iron cookware. This can happen for a variety of reasons, such as not using enough fat or oil when cooking, using cookware that isn't well seasoned, or when breaking in new cookware that hasn't built up additional layers of seasoning.

    What can I cook in a 12 inch cast iron skillet? ›

    12-inch pre-seasoned cast iron with tempered glass lid – The 12-inch cast iron skillet is our go-to for one skillet meals and any time we want to cook up big batches of vegetables (think fajitas, greens, home-fried potatoes, hash browns etc.) or sear chicken or meat without overcrowding the pan.

    What is the first thing you should cook in a cast iron skillet? ›

    We recommend starting with vegetables as they are more forgiving than most proteins - they taste delicious and won't stick to your pan! Keep in mind that using a little bit of oil is necessary to help to keep food from sticking.

    What is the best first cook on a cast iron skillet? ›

    Start with Vegetables

    Caramelized Onions will help you get a feel for your new skillet: you quickly understand how it retains and distributes heat, while the onions and oil give your pan an easy warmup for many meals to come.

    Is a heavier cast iron skillet better? ›

    It's great if the skillet is easy to lift, but it's more important that it cooks well. We found that the ideal thickness for a cast iron skillet is about an eighth of an inch, or 0.125 inches. It's heavy enough to retain heat well, but not so heavy that it's a struggle to lift and pour from.

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