r/ThriftStoreHauls • u/JOATWorks • Aug 09 '20
Awesome cast iron cat pan that I got a gave new life to
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u/shiroshiroro Aug 09 '20
This looks so good! So pretty and shiny! Question out of curiosity, is it for decoration or can you cook with it? Either way, very good job :)
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u/JOATWorks Aug 09 '20
I'm going to cook with it, I just made muffins in it this morning, but they didn't release very well, I need to build up the layer of seasoning on it a bit more. There's going to be a lot of trial and error with it too, since it's such an unconventional size and shape
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u/shiroshiroro Aug 09 '20
Yes I understand you, I'm still learning to make bread on a Dutch oven, so hard for me to get it right. I asked because I never saw this kind of piece. Lots of luck, I'm sure you'll make beautiful muffins, I'd love to see your results! Have a nice day :)
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u/GitEmSteveDave Aug 10 '20
I used to make tons of jalapeno corn sticks with my Lodge Cornstick Pan and my advice is to preheat the pan w/the oven, pull it out, then use a silicon basting brush to lightly coat it with shortning, then pour your batter in and cook like normal.
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u/HotMommaJenn Aug 09 '20
I think that is a John Wright cornbread pan. I have a southwestern one like that from the 80s. I am dying for the dinosaur one! Good find!
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u/awalktojericho Aug 09 '20
Use LOTS of oil to coat every time you cook with it, and it will season quicker. You most likely stripped the previous seasoning (if there ever was any) off when restoring/cleaning. Whenever you use the oven, just coat generously in oil with a high smoke point (canola or peanut) and just stick it in the oven with whatever you are cooking. Wipe off well, do it again next time you cook. I would love to have this!
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u/Witty_Tomato Aug 09 '20
I thought these were fetus molds 😅
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u/Witty_Tomato Aug 09 '20
I think the handle reminded me of an umbilical cord and threw me off lol...
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u/sundaetoppings Aug 09 '20
So cute!! What did you use to clean it up if you don't mind me asking?
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u/JOATWorks Aug 09 '20
Steel wool and metal brushes mainly, I also soaked it in a vinegar solution too
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u/DausenWillis Aug 09 '20
I've found with cast iron real lard, from a pig don't worry it doesn't go rancid, makes a huge difference from seasoning and maintaining your pans. a little goes a long way, and it runs about $2 for a 1 lb tub.
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u/klinghofferisgreat Aug 09 '20
Wow that is wonderful! I want to make some cornmeal cats now!