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Dolly Parton announced her new cast iron cookware and home collection shortly after confirming she has a new cook book on the way, co-authored with her sister, Rachel Parton George. Parton posted photos of the cookware with Lodge Cast Iron, sharing that the collection is “inspired by things that bring me joy and are made in Tennessee, just like me!”
The collections include a guitar-shaped mini skillet, a toile print of the beloved country star’s childhood home, and other unique nods to her East Tennessee hometown and her legendary career, per a press release issued Thursday morning (March 14). Parton’s cookware collection is available now, and her home collection inspired by memories of the Smoky Mountains will be available next year.
“Home is as much a state of mind as it is a place for me,” Parton said in a statement on Thursday. “I am excited to share these new kitchenware collections inspired by my childhood memories. While we didn’t have much that money could buy growing up, spending time with family over a meal created priceless moments that have lasted me a lifetime. It is my hope that these products be a part of wonderful memories for you.”
Earlier this month, Parton and George announced that they’ll release their cook book, Good Lookin’ Cookin’, later this year. The book will feature more than 80 recipes, including meals fit for New Year’s Day, Easter, Mother’s Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and other occasions. The book will release on September 17.
“I love good cooking, but not as much as I love my sister Rachel. So, getting to combine the two was a joy beyond belief for me,” Parton said at that time. “I do believe you're going to love all these great recipes, and I think you're gonna have as much fun reading these stories and things that we put together for you as we did. I can't wait to get this book in your hands, and for you to get this food on your table.”