Dutch Oven Basic
This weekend I had guests in from Texas. The first thing they asked me was, “How can we cook in the Dutch oven you sent us?” I used the delicious Pistol Rock Chicken recipe that I shared with you last week to start out. Their [...]
Starting a Fire with Steel Wood
An easy and dramatic way to start a fire is to use two flashlight batteries and a strip of grade 00 or finer steel wool. Cut or stretch a piece to about 8 inches in length. Align two good flashlight batteries on top of each [...]
Great Foods for Super Bowl
Weather or not you are a football fan, you most likely know dozens of people who are set for Super Bowl Sunday — or even for watching the taped game on Monday for Family Home Evening. No matter when you gather around the television, a [...]
It’s Time to Be Outdoors
I just got back from Boston, where the trees and flowers are just waking up. I know that New England is known for its fall spectacular, but I am going to say spring sure comes in a close second. With all the trees waking up [...]
Boiling Water in a Paper Cup
It is possible to boil water in an unwaxed paper cup without the cup igniting. Pour water or milk into the cup. Cut a small square of aluminum foil and place it under the cup. Set foil and cup in or on the hot coals. [...]
St. Patricks Day Memorable Meals
To me the fun things that you do with your family for the holidays adds the extra spice to life. Holidays are great times to turn from the usual to create memories with your family that will last forever. St Patrick's Day is like no [...]
Dutch Oven Cooking in the Backyard can be Fun and Delicious
I have a guests from Texas coming to stay with me this week. Their first request was could we cook in Dutch ovens? About year ago I gave them a Dutch over and since they are in tornado and hurricane country it could be a [...]
Time to Warm up the Dutch Oven
With warm weather knocking at our door, it's time to dust off the Dutch ovens and get out and enjoy a wonderful outdoor meal. Here are two recipes that have always bring rave reviews. Sloppy Joe Biscuit Bake is one that is a meal in [...]
Grilling All Year Round
I just got back from a trip to Cedar City, Utah. One of my friends said that her husband was a great cook and asked if I would like to come to dinner. It is not very often that I turn down such an invitation. [...]
Camping Out for Breakfast
Camping trips are just around the corner. School will be out and boys, girls and families will be heading for the woods. Perhaps there will be even more camping this year, with gasoline prices headed for the roof. Camping is the perfect place to save [...]
