Table of contents for Holiday Potluck 2019 in Southern Cast Iron

Orange Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing Makes 8 Serve these sweet and zesty rolls straight from the skillet to keep them warm. 3½ cups all-purpose flour1 cup warm water (105° to 110°)6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted¼ cup nonfat dry milk3 tablespoons granulated sugar2½ tablespoons orange zest1 (0.25-ounce) package active dry yeast2 teaspoons kosher salt½ cup orange marmalade1 teaspoon ground ginger½ teaspoon ground cardamom4 ounces cream cheese, softened¼ cup unsalted butter, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted1 to 2 tablespoons fresh orange juiceGarnish: orange zest 1. In a large bowl, beat flour, 1 cup warm water, melted butter, dry milk, granulated sugar, zest, yeast, and salt with a mixer at low speed until combined. 2. Spray a large bowl with cooking spray. Place dough in bowl, turning to grease top. Cover and…

Apple and Sweet Potato Gratin Makes 8 to 10 servings Creamy and flavored with fresh thyme, this delicious side dish gets additional sweetness and texture from crisp apples. 1 tablespoon vegetable oil2½ cups chopped yellow onion⅓ teaspoon kosher salt, divided2 tablespoons water4½ cups (1⁄8-inch-thick) sliced peeled sweet potatoes2 cups (⅛-inch-thick) sliced Gala apples (about2 medium apples)2 cups (¼-inch-thick) sliced Granny Smith apples (about 2 medium apples)1¾ cups shredded fontina cheese, divided3 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme, divided⅓ teaspoon ground black pepper, divided¾ cup heavy whipping cream1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cubed¼ cup panko (Japanese bread crumbs)Garnish: chopped fresh thyme 1. Preheat oven to 375°. 2. In a 12-inch cast-iron skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium. Add onion; cook until lightly browned, about 4 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low;…

Cheesy Herb Rolls Makes 10 A great side to any meal, these rolls are a cheesy, garlicky dream. ½ cup warm whole milk (105° to 110°)½ cup warm water (105° to 110°)2 tablespoons sugar2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast3 cups all-purpose flour1½ teaspoons kosher salt6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and divided1 large egg yolkCheese and Herb Filling (recipe follows)½ cup (½-inch pieces) fresh mozzarella cheese1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil 1. In a medium bowl, stir together warm milk, ½ cup warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let stand until mixture is foamy, about 5 minutes. 2. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, whisk together flour and salt. With mixer on low speed, add milk mixture, 4 tablespoons melted…

Brunswick Stew Pot Pie Makes 6 servings Using smoked brisket from your favorite barbecue shop helps this one-skillet meal come together quickly. Filling: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 cup chopped onion1 cup chopped carrot3 cups chopped smoked brisket (about 1 pound)1 cup crushed tomatoes1 cup barbecue sauce½ cup frozen corn kernels, thawed½ cup frozen baby lima beans, thawed½ cup beef broth2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley½ teaspoon kosher salt¼ teaspoon ground black pepper Topping: 1½ cups all-purpose flour1½ teaspoons baking powder¾ teaspoon kosher salt1 cup whole buttermilk3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1. Preheat oven to 375°. 2. For filling: In a 10-inch cast-iron skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and carrot; cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Stir in brisket, tomatoes, barbecue sauce, corn, lima beans, broth, parsley, salt, and pepper.…

Beef Wellington with Whiskey Gravy Makes 6 to 8 servings Layered with an earthy mushroom spread and wrapped in crispy puff pastry, this comforting main is our idea of perfection. 2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 (2- to 3-pound) center-cut beef tenderloin, fat trimmed3½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided1¼ teaspoons ground black pepper, divided3 tablespoons unsalted butter1 pound fresh mushrooms, minced (about 3 cups)1 cup finely chopped onion (about 1 small onion)1 tablespoon tomato paste3 tablespoons whiskey1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme1 (17.3-ounce) package frozen puff pastry, thawed according to package directions1 large egg, lightly beatenWhiskey Gravy (recipe follows) 1. Place a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet. 2. In a large cast-iron skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sprinkle beef all over with 2½ teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Add…

Coconut Bundt Cake Makes 1 (13-cup) Bundt cake No cast-iron Bundt pan? This cake can be baked at the same temperature and time in a regular 15-cup Bundt pan. Cake: 1 cup unsalted butter2½ cups sugar4 large eggs1½ teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1½ teaspoons kosher salt1 teaspoon baking powder1¼ cups canned unsweetened coconut milk, divided2 cups sweetened flaked coconut¼ cup sour cream¼ cup coconut cream Glaze: 2 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons cream of coconut*3 tablespoons whole milkGarnish: sweetened flaked coconut 1. Preheat oven to 325°. Spray a 13-cup cast-iron Bundt pan with cooking spray. 2. For cake: In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar with a mixer at medium speed until fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes, stopping to scrape sides of bowl. Add eggs, one at a time,…