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There seems to be nothing you cannot do with cast-iron. With amazing heat-retention properties, natural nonstick surface quality, unbeatable value and long-term durability, cast-iron skillets offer so much in use, capability, and longevity. Perfect for high-heat searing, stir-frying, egg dishes and a variety of versatile uses, these sturdy, trusty cooking tools can get you through any stovetop cooking need — and if well-maintained and cared for, they can last your family generations. It is no wonder cast-iron sales have skyrocketed from $103 million to $114 million between 2007 and 2011 and again from $114 million to nearly $170 million from 2011 to 2017. As opposed...

La Tourangelle believes that access to good food and good education is the bedrock of a healthy community. That is why we dedicated 2% of our revenues and 5% of our land in Woodland, Yolo County, CA to community projects that support edible gardens within schools, regenerative agriculture, and food banks. Read on to learn about the La Tourangelle Foundation's three pillars of action that work towards community building and sustainability!   Growing the Next Generation Since the 1960's, childhood obesity has become a growing public health issue and has reached epidemic proportions in the United States. As such, there...

Finishing Oils For flavoring or finishing dishes you have already cooked or to add extra nutrition and smoothness to smoothies or health drinks, we recommend using flavorful oils with rich nutty flavor or delicate infused herbs. Toasted sesame oil and nutty flaxseed oil are perfect for drizzling over cooked dishes of rice, meat or vegetables for a fuller flourish of flavor. A drizzle of roasted walnut oil over oatmeal or a seared steak can offer an elegant finish. We recommend against using canola oil or safflower oil as a finishing oil. Although versatile, their neutral flavor makes them better used for cooking...

Also known as unsaturated fats, omegas are dietary fats that contribute to a healthy lifestyle and proper body function when well-balanced in your diet. It is recommended that you balance all three types of omega fatty acids — omega-3s, omega-6s and omega-9s — in your diet to benefit your body effectively. While omega-3 fatty acids and omega-6 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fats because of the multiple double bonds in their chemical structures, omega-9s are known as monounsaturated fats, containing only one double bond. The body produces monounsaturated fats like omega-9 fatty acids naturally, but still can be beneficial when incorporated into the diet. Polyunsaturated...