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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.

Easter Bunny Cake
Easter Bunny Cake

Easter Bunny Cake

Dian Thomas2023-03-15T03:57:34+00:00March 9th, 2023|Desserts, Easter, Holiday Fun|

This Easter bunny cake almost too cute to eat! 1 (8"-9") round cake, baked 4 cups of white frosting 1 pink SnowBall snack cake Poster board (ears) Black and pink candies (eyes and nose) Black licorice strips (mouth and whiskers) 2 cups coconut Cut the [...]

Egg Dip

Dian Thomas2023-03-15T03:33:20+00:00March 9th, 2023|Easter, Holiday Fun, Sides|

Are you not sure what to do with all of your beautifully colored Easter eggs? Make them into a delicious Egg dip! 6 hard-cooked eggs, finely chopped 1/3cup reduced-fat mayonnaise 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon prepared mustard 1 teaspoon W Worcestershire sauce Salt and [...]

Make Your Own Delicious Tomato Sauce
Make Your Own Delicious Tomato Sauce

Make Your Own Delicious Tomato Sauce

Dian Thomas2023-02-19T03:01:47+00:00February 19th, 2023|Delicious Food, Sides|

Home canning and freezing are good ways to have nutritious food products on hand. Fresh, quality produce preserves well for later use. It’s even better when you are able to grow your own. Be sure to follow a reputable canning guide to avoid food safety [...]

Smoked Turkey Pockets
Smoked Turkey Pockets

Smoked Turkey Pockets

jsteffan2023-02-19T03:54:40+00:00February 18th, 2023|Camping, Delicious Food, Lunch|

6 pita pockets, halved 1/2 cup mayonnaise 12 slices smoked turkey 2 avocados, peeled and sliced 3 tomatoes, sliced Grill and At Home On a hot grill, heat pita pockets until thoroughly warmed. Open pita pockets and spread mayonnaise inside on both sides. Insert turkey, [...]

Quick Scones
Quick Scones

Quick Scones

jsteffan2023-02-17T18:25:58+00:00February 17th, 2023|Delicious Food, Dutch Oven|

A convenient way to use leftover pancake batter. Occasionally I make extra batter for these. This is one of the best scones you will ever eat—the center is never doughy. 1 cup vegetable oil for frying 4 to 6 English muffins, cut in half 2 [...]

Garlic & Herb Butter

jsteffan2023-02-17T18:28:22+00:00February 17th, 2023|Delicious Food|

This is excellent on a grilled steak or sautéed shellfish. 1-1/2 cups (3 sticks) butter or margarine, softened 2 tablespoons green onions, finely minced 4 cloves garlic, crushed 3 to 4 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped Dash of lemon juice In a small bowl, blend [...]

Layered Fish Stew
Layered Fish Stew

Layered Fish Stew

jsteffan2023-02-17T18:32:11+00:00February 17th, 2023|Backyard, Delicious Food, Dutch Oven|

Today at the store I stocked up on charcoal briquettes—two big bags worth. This summer I will have ton of delicious food and many wonderful memories outdoors. I spent some time thinking of my favorite dishes. Since I have been losing weight, it is so [...]

Sheepherder’s Stew

jsteffan2023-02-17T18:29:44+00:00February 17th, 2023|Delicious Food, Entrées|

1 pound ground beef 1/2 onion, diced 1/2 teaspoon salt 4 potatoes, peeled and diced 2 to 3 carrots, peeled and diced 2 (1 11/2-ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup 1 cup milk Camp Stove and At Home In a large fry pan on medium [...]

Nothing Better than Sourdough
Nothing Better than Sourdough

Nothing Better than Sourdough

jsteffan2023-05-31T21:34:26+00:00February 17th, 2023|Camping, Delicious Food, Dutch Oven|

As a young outdoor lover I can to remember anything better the biscuits, pancakes and sourdough my dad would make. I remember as a ten-year-old going camping with our family. My dad would get up and fire up the fire to burn down the hot coal [...]

Sunshine Toast
Sunshine Toast

Sunshine Toast

jsteffan2023-05-31T21:10:01+00:00February 17th, 2023|Backyard, Camping, Delicious Food|

My all-time, most-often-cooked recipe. I love to cook it on a tin can stove. 4 slices bacon 4 slices bread 4 eggs 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Camp Stove & At Home In a large frying pan, fold bacon strips into "V's".Cook on one [...]