Why Use a Dutch Oven for Baking? Dutch oven cooking is a favorite of many people in the West. I, for one, was raised eating delicious food from a Dutch oven. Both of my grandfathers were sheep-men, and the Dutch oven was the main pot [...]
Why You Should Refresh Your BBQ Skills With the weather warming up, now is the time to break out the barbecue grill and enjoy eating out in your back yard. When I first begin grilling, my barbecue skills are rusty, so here are some tips [...]
Memorial Day unofficially marks the beginning of summertime activity, and summer marks the beginning of barbecue season. It's time to dust off the grill, stock up on briquets and get ready for the delicious smoked flavor of barbecued meats and vegetables. But before you dive [...]
Why Winter Camping is Worth It 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 to [...]
Why a Winter Picnic Is a Must-Try With snow on the ground and a beautiful sunny day, it is a perfect time to head to the mountains for an incredible outdoor picnic. The benefits are many: no bugs, plenty of picnic tables with lots of [...]
With the warming weather, now is the perfect time to fire up the barbecue grill and enjoy outdoor dining in your backyard. If you're like me, the first grilling session of the season can feel a bit rusty. Here are some essential grilling tips to [...]
Campfire Safety Basics Camping is a fun summer activity that most of us enjoy. But one thing is essential for every camping trip - a campfire. If you don't know how to build a safe and proper fire, your trip will most likely be cut [...]
A time-tested, tried-and-true cooking method, stick cooking is a way all family members can be their own cook and prepare foods to the desired "doneness." You'll like the fact that stick cooking is easy and quick, with very little cleanup afterward. And the sticks are [...]
It's time to start cooking out. One of the best things at the end of winter is the opportunity to go outdoors and enjoy the beautiful weather along with all the spring flowers and a delicious meal. Cooking on a stick is an easy way to [...]
Affordable Alternatives to Commercial Grills A variety of commercial grills are available for the would-be outdoor chef, and that's what most people turn to when they are ready to do some outdoor dining. But for those who are on a tight budget or just don't [...]
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