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Recommended Cookware Options:
- Loaded Potato Soup: Dutch Oven Sizes 6 through 8
- Savory Pulled Chicken: Dutch Oven or Skillet Sizes 6 through 8
What’s Inside: Sized for one to two portions (depending on appetite)
- 1 pound of Savory Pulled Chicken
- 1 quart of Loaded Potato Soup
- 1 gooey Chocolate Chip Brownie
We use locally sourced ingredients to craft small batch, chef prepared comfort meals your recipient can simply heat and enjoy. All meals are shipped to you frozen and ready-to-cook, with no prep (chopping, dicing, searing, etc.) required. No matter who you’re shopping for, our thoughtful, practical gifts truly make life easier by delivering a convenient experience from start to finish.
Shipping & Handling Disclaimer- Your food will ship separately from your cast iron purchase. Cast & Clara Bell partners with What A Crock Meals, a family owned and operated Philadelphia based company specializing in homemade foods and gifts. You will receive tracking information for your food purchase independently from your cast purchase. Check out their complete line of homemade meals at www.whatacrockmeals.com
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All What A Crock meals are shipped fully frozen and packed with enough dry ice to maintain a safe frozen state throughout transit. It is completely normal for your order to arrive with little or no dry ice remaining, and in some cases, a slight surface thaw may occur. Rest assured, this is expected, safe, and will not affect the quality of your meals.
Upon Delivery
Please open your box promptly and place all items in the freezer until you're ready to prepare them.
Preparation Instructions
Each item includes specific reheating and preparation instructions, which may involve the use of a crockpot, oven, or stovetop. Please refer to the enclosed instructions for full details and always cook to accepted food safe temperatures.
Need Help?
If you have any questions about your shipment or need assistance with cooking instructions, our customer care team is happy to help. Please don’t hesitate to reach out! Select images and videos are AI-generated for illustration. Your box will be arrive as described. Satisfaction guaranteed.
Pulled Chicken and Loaded Potato Meal
ABOUT THIS PIECE....
Vintage Materials Notice
Cast & Clara Bell specializes in the sourcing and restoration of vintage and antique cast iron cookware manufactured primarily between the late 1800s and mid-1900s. These items were produced prior to modern material standards, testing protocols, and regulatory disclosures.
While all cookware sold by Cast & Clara Bell is professionally cleaned, restored, and seasoned for traditional cooking use, we do not perform laboratory-based material testing for trace elements or residues, nor do we make representations regarding the presence or absence of any specific substances.
Customers acknowledge that independent consumer testing methods may produce inconsistent or unreliable results and agree that purchasing decisions are not based on any implied guarantee regarding material composition beyond the functional use of the cookware as restored.
By purchasing vintage cookware from Cast & Clara Bell, the buyer assumes responsibility for any independent testing performed after purchase and agrees that Cast & Clara Bell shall not be held liable for the interpretation or outcome of such testing.
Cast Iron Skillet Size Guide: What Size Do You Need?
One of the most common questions we get is: What size skillet should I buy? Whether you're frying an egg or searing a full roast, choosing the right size is key to a great cooking experience.
Note: These sizes are general estimates and can vary by brand. For exact dimensions, always check the product photos and description on each listing.
🔍 Skillet Size Comparison
| Skillet Size | Approx. Diameter | Recommended For | Rarity | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 5 inches | Frying eggs, small sides | VERY Hard to Find | 💲💲💲💲💲 |
| 3 | 6 inches | Frying eggs, small sides | No | 💲 |
| 4 | 6 inches | Frying eggs, small sides | Somewhat | 💲💲💲 |
| 5 | 7 inches | Side dishes, sautéing, single grilled cheese | No | 💲💲 |
| 6 | 8 inches | Side dishes, sautéing, omelets | No | 💲 |
| 7 | 9 inches | Side dishes, sautéing, omelets | Somewhat | 💲💲 |
| 8 | 10 inches | Proteins, stir-frys, larger side dishes | No | 💲 |
| 9 | 11 inches | Proteins, stir-frys, larger side dishes | Somewhat | 💲💲 |
| 10 | 12 inches | Proteins, stir-frys, larger side dishes | Somewhat | 💲💲💲 |
| 11 | 13 inches | Proteins, stir-frys, larger side dishes | Yes | 💲💲💲💲💲 |
| 12 | 14 inches | Large proteins, full pound of bacon, etc. | Yes | 💲💲💲💲💲 |
| 13 | 15 inches | Large proteins, full pound of bacon, big batch meals | VERY Hard to Find | 💲💲💲💲💲💲💲 |
| 14 | 16 inches | Large proteins, full pound of bacon, crowd cooking | Yes | 💲💲💲💲 |
🛠️ Buying Tips
- New to cast iron? Start with a size 8–10. They're versatile and great for daily cooking.
- Cooking for a crowd? Sizes 12–14 will feed everyone with room to spare.
- Have a glass cooktop? Look for listings marked "sits flat" — full contact is key.
- Looking to collect? Sizes 2, 11, 12, and 13 are rare and can be prized additions to a collection.
Still not sure which one’s right for you? Reach out anytime. We love helping folks find the perfect piece. Or dive deeper by reading more on our Cast & Clara Bell Blog.






