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Whether you are planning a backyard adventure, camping in the woods, celebrating a holiday, or need a simple meal for dinner Dian’s delicious recipes and easy to follow instructions are bound to be a tasty success.

Dian provides her tips and tricks for cooking over an open fire, with a Dutch Oven, and even using house hold items to create a DIY oven. Her innovative ideas are excellent for both beginners and experienced outdoor enthusiasts.

Cozy Recipes for Family TV Nights

Dian Thomas2025-06-05T21:40:40+00:00June 5th, 2025|Backyard, Delicious Food, Family Fun|

These recipes are ideal for family TV nights. SHRIMP COCKTAIL DRINK Make a day ahead. 1 quart tomato juice 1 32-ounce jar shrimp cocktail sauce 2 4 1/2-ounce cans small shrimp, drained 2 cups finely diced celery 1/2 green pepper, finely diced 1 green onion, [...]

Delicious Grilled Vegetables with Homemade Vinaigrette

Dian Thomas2025-06-05T21:40:40+00:00June 5th, 2025|Backyard, Delicious Food, Outdoor Meals|

One of my favorite things to do is to have fresh vegetables grilled on the barbecue. Nothing can be more delicious and nutritious. GRILLED VEGETABLES 1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices 1 medium crookneck squash, cut into 1/2-inch slices 1 yellow pepper, [...]

Irresistible Kabob Recipes for Summer Gatherings

Dian Thomas2025-06-05T21:40:40+00:00June 5th, 2025|Backyard, Delicious Food, Outdoor Meals|

Kabobs – The Perfect Summer Treat One of my favorite things to have in the summertime is a kabob. Intriguing and taste-tempting kabobs can be served as a main dish, a side dish or even dessert. A great thing about kabobs is that you can [...]

A Beginner’s Guide to Drying Vegetables at Home

Dian Thomas2025-06-05T21:40:40+00:00June 5th, 2025|Food Preservation, Gardening|

Why Dry Vegetables at Home? It's easy, fun, and economical to dry your own garden vegetables for general home use as well as for lightweight camping or backpacking. Dried foods occupy one-fifth to one-twentieth of the storage space and weight of canned or packaged foods. [...]

Backyard Picnic Hacks: Keeping Bugs and Breezes at Bay

Dian Thomas2025-06-11T18:57:40+00:00June 5th, 2025|Backyard, Outdoor Meals|

Backyard Fun Without the Fuss Some of the greatest memories I have of growing up are the times our family shared in the back yard. Though we all enjoyed the fun times at a picnic or party, activities in the back yard sometimes have their [...]

Celebrate Memorial Day with a Picnic or Barbecue

Dian Thomas2025-06-05T21:40:40+00:00June 5th, 2025|Family Fun, Holiday Fun, Outdoor Meals|

Memorial Day Fun for the Family Memorial Day, along with the traditional honoring of the dead, is a three-day weekend with the kids out of school. Organize some Memorial Day fun with a picnic or barbecue and enjoy the fresh fruits as the summer begins. [...]

How to Enjoy a Winter Picnic with Delicious Saucy Chili

Dian Thomas2025-06-05T21:40:39+00:00June 5th, 2025|Camping, Outdoor Meals|

Why Winter Picnics Are Worth Trying If you think picnics are just for balmy summer days, think again. Some of the most pleasurable times I have are driving up into the mountains after a snowfall with a winter picnic and a few friends in tow. [...]

Why Winter Camping Might Be Your New Favorite Adventure

Dian Thomas2025-06-05T21:40:20+00:00June 5th, 2025|Camping, Outdoor Meals|

The Unique Appeal of Winter Camping With the mild Utah weather thus far this winter, there may be few days or weekends left for an exhilarating winter camping experience. February is traditionally a good transition month — not bitingly cold but just about right [...]

Mastering Dutch Oven Cooking: A Delicious Summer Adventure

Dian Thomas2025-06-05T21:40:19+00:00June 5th, 2025|Camping, Delicious Food, Dutch Oven|

Understanding the Dutch Oven One of the oldest and most popular types of preparing food outdoors, Dutch oven cooking is probably the most versatile of all. And since summer weather calls for out-of-the-kitchen Dutch oven cooking, get ready to give your taste buds a vacation [...]

Sweet Ideas for a Valentine’s Day Cookie Bouquet and Candy Messages

Dian Thomas2025-06-05T21:40:19+00:00June 5th, 2025|Crafts, Delicious Food, Valentines Day|

With Valentine's coming up, you may want to try this cookie valentine bouquet. It is sure to please that special person you share it with. Valentine's Day presents the perfect opportunity for lighthearted expressions of love or friendship. Whether the object of your affection is [...]