How to Make a Pie in a Cast-Iron Skillet
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If you find yourself short a pie plate when baking Thanksgiving pies, a seasoned cast-iron skillet makes for a good alternative for a double-crust pie.
Make sure that the skillet is 9 or 10 inches in diameter to keep the volume and baking times consistent with the recipe. Since the skillet is deeper than a pie plate, divide the crust so that 60 percent is on the bottom to be sure it reaches all the way up the sides. Use the remaining 40 percent of the dough for the top crust.
A cast iron skillet is far preferable to a flimsy disposable pie plate. It’s far sturdier and the heavy metal pan conducts heat much better than thin aluminum, which translates to better browning on the crust.
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so…are you gonna tell me how to make it or nah? this is basically a "should i use a cast iron skillet to make a pie?" video, not a how to…
BTW… The TITLE says "How To Make a Pie in a Cast-iron Skillet.
This VIDEO is NOT a "HOW TO" video… not even close!!!
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What was this?
This video didn't explain (SHOW) anything… SAD!!!!
Telling us and not SHOWING us… Does NOT Help!
Also a (well seasoned) cast iron skillet is non stick and should release easily
You answered all the questions I had about this in such a short time. Thank you!
I'm just here for the cute cheff
I use a cast iron 12-14" Skillet for pizza. Works better than a stone, screen, or any other type of pan. Stones stick and don't absorb moisture. Screens arn't bad but don't brown nice underneath. Cast iron works awesome but for a deep dish style. For thin crust look elsewhere. Cinnamon buns, bread, etc… all cook better in cast iron. I can only imagine that pie would work just as well.
Pumpkin, pecan, apple… Thanksgiving is really just an excuse to make—and eat—multiple pies. Short a pie plate? We've got a solution: http://bit.ly/1yP3STY
too much reflection on your glasses, can barely see your eyes….
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Pumpkin, pecan, apple… Thanksgiving is really just an excuse to make—and eat—multiple pies. Short a pie plate? We've got a solution: http://bit.ly/1yP3STY
Thanks for the picture of how a pie looks and turns out when cooked in a cast iron skillet… oh wait… maybe next time.
I know i shouldn't use a terrible aluminum pie plate but there is no way I'm bringing a real pie plate to a potluck. I've never had luck baking said pie in a good pan and transferring to a aluminum pan.