WILL IT SKILLET: 53 Irresistible & Unexpected Recipes to Make in a Cast-Iron Skillet (Workman; April 2017) by Daniel Shumski, author of Will It Waffle?, delivers surprising, ingenious, sometimes whimsical, and always delicious meals in this new take on one-pan cooking. Easily transferred from stovetop to oven, the beloved cast-iron skillet offers endless options. Each recipe is flavorful and innovative—from a buttery Chicken Potpie to a savory Japanese Okonomiyaki pancake to a sweet and gooey Giant Cinnamon Bun. Pastas, including mac and cheese, gnocchi, and lasagna, are made in one pan—no separate boiling required. There’s even a recipe for Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies that doesn’t require a mixing bowl—it all comes together in the skillet.

There are easy recipes for weeknight meals, sumptuous appetizers and dinner ideas for date night, vegetarian entrees, mouthwatering breakfast dishes, and luscious desserts. Plus detailed information on buying, seasoning, and caring for your cast iron, along with tips on how to develop your own skillet recipes. From the classic to the inventive, this book has it covered. The 53 recipes include:

French-Toasted Waffles , page 23
Sausage, Cheddar, and Broccoli Strata , page 35
Charred Tomato Salsa , page 70
Roasted Shredded Brussels Sprouts , page 73
Bacon-Potato Skillet Bread , page 79
Peanut and Tofu Skillet Stir-Fry , page 97
Potato-Crusted Ham Quiche , page 99
Deep-Dish Pizza , page 108
Single-Skillet Carnitas , page 122
Seared Rib Eye Steak with Skillet Sauce , page 128
Seafood Paella , page 142
Giant Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie , page 153
Waffle Bread Pudding , page 155
Chocolate Cake , page 165
Layered Crepe Torte with Dark Chocolate and Raspberry Jam, page 180
Plus more fabulous recipes for appetizers, main courses, desserts, breakfast, and vegetarian dishes
Maximum ease, minimal cleanup, and amazing flavors—and all you need is a cast-iron skillet.