Choosing the Right Camp Stove
More and more outdoor enthusiasts mean tighter and stricter fire regulations in wilderness areas. If you love to camp or cook outside, you may want to consider these alternatives to open fires. Choose a lightweight (1 to 2 pounds) one-burner stove for one or two people and a two- or three-burner stove for small groups or for preparing multiple recipes.
One-Burner Stove:
The one-burner stove is excellent for general use except on a very windy day. Available at most restaurant supply stores, it uses an easy-to-change butane fuel cartridge.
Two- and Three-Burner Stoves:
These stoves will burn approximately two hours per fuel canister on high heat. Some stoves will burn unleaded gasoline as well as liquid fuel. These camp stoves offer even flame distribution, recessed flame ports on either side for wind resistance, easy lighting and adjustable flames. They are also economical to operate.
In addition, the three-burner stove is handy for cooking breakfasts because you can place a griddle over two burners for eggs or pancakes and use the third for heating beverages.
The Versatile Grill/Griddle Stove
This stove is very handy for a picnic or camping. Simply turn over the grill, and you have a griddle on the other side. Try this Chili and Cheese Omelet on your camp stove for a breakfast treat.
Chili and Cheese Omelet Recipe
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 (6-ounce) cans whole chili peppers
- 6 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pinch cayenne pepper
- 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
Instructions:
- Heat oil in a large skillet on your camp stove.
- Sauté chili peppers for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour beaten eggs over the peppers, reducing heat to low.
- Cover and cook until eggs reach desired doneness.
- Sprinkle with salt, cayenne pepper, and shredded cheese.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Serves: 3-4
