Note: This post was originally written and posted in 2018. Dates and details have undoubtedly changed since then! One very important note is that as of 2025, Brenda is the current Vice President of the Griswold & Cast Iron Cookware Association. Brenda and Doyle Cast-iron collectors Brenda Bernstein and Doyle Pregler live in New London,…
Linda’s Cast Iron Skillet Rhubarb Upside-Down Cake
For her sister’s recent birthday celebration, Linda baked a delicious rhubarb upside-down cake in her vintage Griswold small logo grooved handle number 7 cast iron skillet. It was a big hit! The number 7 skillet worked well because of its size – the vintage Griswold number 7 cast iron skillet is about 10″ in diameter…
Cast Iron Skillet Strawberry – Rhubarb Crumble
I was invited to a pre-Memorial Day shindig at Jerry and Debra’s home, where we were to practice making pizzas in their new outdoor pizza oven. Being the good guest that I am, I asked what I could bring. I don’t want to bring dessert! I was told to bring the fixings to make a…
Best batter for use with Griswold cast iron cake molds?
Directions for baking a cake in a Griswold cast iron cake mold.
Cheater Herbed Parmesan Dinner Rolls
I’m a little embarrassed to share how I made this; it was that easy. I brought it to a friend’s house for a small gathering; it made a pretty presentation and was a hit. Another friend asked me to write down exactly how I made it. So, here it is! Pretty and Perfect for your…
How to Make a Cake to the “Brenda” Standard with a Vintage Griswold Cast Iron Cake Mold
Cast iron collector Brenda Bernstein is a master cake-maker-baker-froster. She makes beautiful cakes and is very accomplished at using vintage cast iron cake molds. Given that Easter is just around the corner, I decided it was time to showcase Brenda’s cake talent just in case you were thinking about making an Easter lamb or rabbit…
Rose Waddell’s Prize-Winning Mahogany Chiffon Hydrangea Cake
…Made in her Lodge Legacy Fluted Bundt Cake Pan I’ve mentioned before that I enjoy following the “Black Iron Master” contest each Sunday on the Facebook page Black Iron Cooking, Antiques, and Humor. Doyle Pregler and Brenda Bernstein often enter the contest – Brenda with her beautiful cakes and Doyle with his delectable meals. Members of the…
How to Make Griswold Cakes in a Vintage Cast Iron Mold
from “AUNT ELLEN’S COOKBOOK” insert for GRISWOLD cake molds. ed note: In addition to Doris’s suggestions and tips, check the site for cake master Brenda Bernstein’s tips. By Doris Mosier LAMB OR RABBIT CAKES ½ CUP SHORTENING 2 ½ CUPS FLOUR 1 ½ CUPS SUGAR 4 TSPS. BAKING POWDER 3 EGGS ½…