Do You Need a Mini Cast Iron Pan
There is a popular culinary opinion that everyone should have a cast iron pan , but I believe that everyone should also have a mini cast iron pan. Like its classic 12-inch counterpart, mini has a variety of delicious uses, from appetizers to desserts. Here are my favorites:
- Pan Cookies : Since you’re eating pan cookies straight out of the pan, you don’t have to worry about them holding their shape, which means you can bake them for a dessert that’s warm, sticky, and slightly more delicious than gnaw raw. dough. Simply squeeze your favorite cookie dough into a lightly oiled skillet (about half full), then bake at 350 ℉ for 12-15 minutes, until it starts to brown on top. Remove from oven, let cool until you can stand (aim for five minutes), and serve with ice cream.
- Cheese Sauce Droppers: Sometimes you want a pan of hot bubbling cheese, but you don’t want 12 inches of hot bubbly cheese. In such cases, a small skillet is best. You can go the classic ‘Velveeta-and-Rotel’ route or simply mix a bunch of random cheese and toast until sparkling a la fromage fort . It’s also worth noting that the brie wheel fits snugly in most mini pans, which shouldn’t be written off as a coincidence.
- Grilled Cheese Plate Accessories : Grilled grapes and grilled cherry tomatoes are fantastic, spreadable accents for an otherwise dairy-dominated meal and the mini skillet does exactly what it needs to. Simply stir in a little melted butter or melted butter, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and bake in 425 degrees for half an hour or so, until the skin is bubbling and the insides are stuck and concentrated. Spread with a slice of crispy bread and enjoy your favorite fantasy cheese.
- Roasted Nuts: Need a Handful or Roasted Nuts for a Recipe? Just toss them in your small skillet and heat dry on the stove until they are fragrant, or brush them with a little oil before placing them in a 350-degree oven for ten minutes or so, stirring frequently so they don’t burnt.
If you’re unsure of where to get this little frying pan miracle, start by checking out your local goodwill or other thrift store, or buy one online for five dollars , which is a pretty great money-to-happiness ratio.