Celebrate the joy of Thanksgiving with a touch of tradition and the timeless charm of cast iron cooking.
This collection of recipes promises to infuse your holiday feast with rich flavors and a sense of nostalgia.
From appetizers to desserts, these cast iron Thanksgiving recipes will make your holiday gathering truly memorable.
Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread Stuffing: Ingredients:
- 2 cups cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
a. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
b. In a large bowl, mix the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt.
c. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter.
d. Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
e. In a cast iron skillet, sauté celery, onion, bell peppers, and garlic until softened.
f. Stir in the dried sage and thyme.
g. Pour the cornbread batter over the vegetable mixture in the skillet.
h. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
Cast Iron Roasted Turkey with Herbs: Ingredients:
- 12-15 pound turkey
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, quartered
- 1 onion, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions:
a. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
b. Mix the softened butter, rosemary, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
c. Rub the herb butter mixture all over the turkey, including under the skin.
d. Place lemon, onion, and garlic inside the turkey cavity.
e. Put the turkey in a preheated cast iron skillet and add chicken broth.
f. Roast the turkey for 3 to 4 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
g. Baste the turkey with pan juices every 30 minutes. h. Allow the turkey to rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.
Cast Iron Skillet Sweet Potato Casserole: Ingredients:
- 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (for topping)
Instructions:
a. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
b. In a large bowl, mix together mashed sweet potatoes, milk, melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
c. Pour the sweet potato mixture into a cast iron skillet.
d. In a separate bowl, combine chopped pecans and brown sugar for the topping.
e. Sprinkle the pecan topping over the sweet potato mixture.
f. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
Conclusion:
With these cast iron Thanksgiving recipes, you’re sure to create a festive and flavorful feast that pays homage to tradition.
Whether it’s the crispy cornbread stuffing, herb-infused roasted turkey, or the sweet potato casserole with a delightful pecan topping, these dishes are destined to become cherished classics at your holiday table.
Enjoy the warmth and charm that cast iron cooking brings to this special occasion.