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Skilletheads: A Guide to Collecting and Restoring Cast-Iron Cookware

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Part science and part personal preference, collecting and restoring cast-iron cookware is a complex art. For instance, what makes each company's cast iron unique? Do chemicals used during restoration leach into food? When it comes to surface finish, is textured or smooth better? In Skilletheads, the highly anticipated follow-up to Modern Cast Iron, Ashley L. Jones dives deeper than ever into the world of cast iron. In these pages, which feature over 100 full- color photos, you'll find expert advice on purchasing cast iron from some of the most active collectors in the field today; side-by-side comparisons of the major manufacturers in the US and interviews with each company; and detailed how-to guides for restoring cast iron, including such methods as lye baths, electrolysis tanks, and chemical products, all compiled with input from devoted Skilletheads. And because no book on cast iron is complete without a little cooking, Jones includes 35 mouth-watering recipes contributed by foodies who know cast iron best―everything from Sunday Frittata to Braised Chicken to Skillet S'mores. Whether you're interested in finding the perfect pan for your kitchen or starting a new hobby restoring cast iron, Skilletheads is here to help. Read more


Publisher ‏ : ‎ Red Lightning Books (May 2, 2023)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 256 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1684352029


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 29


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.77 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.81 x 0.86 x 8.75 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #82,788 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #5 in Antique & Collectible Kitchenware (Books) #17 in Cast Iron Recipes #132 in Gluten Free Recipes


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Love everything about this book!
Review Image by M. Adams M. Adams
Such a great book! Well written and so informative! I so appreciate the way this author writes—clear and conversational! I have her first book, “Modern Cast Iron” and love it, too! I highly recommend this book! Beautiful pictures and fun layout, too! Love it!!
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on June 12, 2023 by M. Adams M. Adams
    • A super good nerdy book
This book will be of great interest to people who care about cast iron cookware as an artefact. Readers who are more interested in recipes and techniques for cast iron cooking will be happier with Ashley Jones' cookbook "Modern Cast Iron". This book is a deep dive into the history of cast iron cookware in the USA. Ashley Jones interviews professional iron restorers and contemporary casters and consults a wide range of sources to provide a good technical overview of cast iron history, production, and restoration. The earlier book provides more information on daily care aimed at cooks. If you are interested in the topic, the book is full of fun facts of the "who would have thought??" kind. We all know Lodge cast iron, and maybe we have noted the octagon shape and coiled metal handle of FINEX ware in high end catalogs, but I, for one, never imagined that we had artisanal iron foundries in the USA today. I would not have thought that there were professional iron restorers either. Who knew? As a chemist I enjoyed reading details of cleaning and restoring rusty old pans we might find in the dump. As a cook, I enjoyed reading the recipes contributed to the book by the iron restorers. So I recommend this book highly to the probably narrow group of readers who care about stuff like this. I received a review copy of this book from Red Lightning Books through NetGalley.com. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on June 12, 2023 by Anonymouse
    • This was so helpful!
Review Image by Susan Susan
I have to be honest and say I’ve only recently starting using cast iron cookware! My husband has two that he uses regularly and loves so I’ve been experimenting with his. Skilletheads is the perfect book to help me get more comfortable using it! Ashley covers how to buy the best cast iron cookware for your needs and how to best clean and care for cast iron cookware. She has included beautiful photos and several diagrams about the different products for your specific needs. There’s even a section on collecting and caring for vintage cast iron! She talks about the different companies and gives a little background. Additionally, Ashley includes 35 incredible recipes to try, which is perfect for me! I have my eye on the skillet s’mores, the twice baked potato casserole, and the Southwestern flat iron steak skillet dish! 🥩 ... show more
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 30, 2023 by Susan Susan
    • Loved the information
I loved learning about the history around Skillets and the factories that made them. As of right now I do not plan on finding and restoring old skillets, but I enjoyed reading about the different ways to do so and the things to look out for if my plans change. I never knew all the ways that you can season a pan or the steps involved. My favorite parts were getting to know the current skillet heads and all their advice for people who are new to this form of cooking. I now have a better understanding on how to care for my skillet and I can not wait to try all the recipes included. With tons of pictures and fun facts this is a book you can read sections out of order depending on your need at the time. It is easy to navigate and follow. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 4, 2023 by Sarah W
    • Cooking
A wonderful compilation of cast iron with brief history as well as markings, makers, resources and some recipes to give a whirl to in the end. If you are a cast iron follower and/or user, even a history buff this book will provide an insight into America's cookware. Definitely a great resource for seasoning, recovery and/or working to restore found cast iron. This will be an essential tool in furthering your search. Thank you to Netgalley, the author and publisher for the opportunity. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 4, 2023 by Amazon Customer
    • Fascinating Stuff
There’s no pleasure that can compare to searing a good steak in a hot, well-seasoned cast iron skillet… unless it’s pulling a skillet full of freshly baked, buttery drop biscuits out of a hot oven on a cold winter’s day. While I may not be a full-blown skillethead, I’m definitely a skillet fan. I own two Lodge brand cast iron pans: a 10″ two-handled skillet, and a 12″ square griddle. Of course, I quickly flipped through the manufacturer’s profiles until I found Lodge, to see if I’d made a wise choice. After reading about the history of “the only manufacturer that is both vintage and modern”, I feel a greater sense of pride in my two pieces. From there’ I jumped to the Restoring Cast Iron section to check if I’ve been maintaining my cast iron correctly. I got caught up in reading about all the various methods of restoring old cast iron. I will remember to refer to this section if I happen to find an interesting yet rusty old piece on my next antiquing adventure. The restoration chapter did eventually get around to covering basic seasoning. I appreciated the easy-to-understand explanation of “polymerization”, which is what happens in a pan during seasoning. And to my shock (and delight) I learned that yes I CAN use soap on my cast iron, if I follow some simple advice. Gasp! If you don’t yet own any cast iron, you can enjoy learning about the history of the various manufacturers, see what’s involved in restoring vintage skillets, and meet the people who ARE obsessed with them. I’m confident that you’ll want to add a good piece to your kitchen after learning about cast iron’s unique niche in history. Oh, and there’s a recipe section! It’s not just a couple of recipes, either. You could purchase Skilletheads as a full-fledged cookbook. There’s everything from Dutch Baby Pancakes to Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus, more than one way to make cornbread, and a lot more. The food photography makes every recipe a temptation. I’m going to make a huge frittata for dinner tonight – that photograph broke down all my willpower. My thanks to author Ashley L. Jones, Darcie Rowan PR, Red Lightning Books, and NetGalley for allowing me to read a digital review copy of this book. This review is my honest and unbiased opinion. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on April 30, 2023 by Lori Alden Holuta

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