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How to Season Cast Iron Skillets (Step-by-Step Guide)
Seasoning cast iron properly creates a natural nonstick surface and helps your skillet last for generations. This step-by-step guide walks you through the exact method I use at home. TOOLS YOU’LL NEED • Cast Iron Skillet(s) • Neutral, high heat oil (grapeseed, vegetable, etc.) • Paper towels • Oven 🔥 Step-by-Step Seasoning Method 1. Preheat your oven to 450°F High heat helps the oil bond to the metal and create that slick, durable black coating. ⸻ 2. Clean the skillet If it
Jan 272 min read


Shrimp Gumbo Casserole
This shrimp gumbo casserole is a cold-weather comfort dish made with simple ingredients and cooked the old-fashioned way. It starts on the stovetop in cast iron and finishes in the oven for a rich, satisfying meal. This is comfort food the Rumble Gumption Junction way. Ingredients: Gumbo: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil 1 cup onion, finely chopped 1 cup celery finely chopped 3-4 cloves garlic, minced 1 14.5oz can stewed tomatoes 2 14.5oz cans tomatoes, okra, corn blend 2 Bay Leaves 1
Jan 242 min read


Chicken Pot Pie with Homemade Pastry
This is a hands-on chicken pot pie - the kind that takes time and rewards it. Ingredients: Pastry: 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 cup Crisco shortening Ice Water Filling: 1 - 10 3/4oz can condensed Cheddar Cheese soup 1 - 10 3/4oz can condensed Cream of Celery soup 1/2 cup milk, or more for creamier 1 - Whole, cooked, Rotisserie Chicken, meat pulled from bones 1 medium onion, diced 1 12oz bag frozen mixed vegetables Salt and pepper t
Jan 242 min read
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