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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.

Pot of Gold and Rainbow Centerpiece
Pot of Gold and Rainbow Centerpiece

Pot of Gold and Rainbow Centerpiece

Dian Thomas2023-02-16T17:56:51+00:00February 15th, 2023|Holiday Fun, Sides, St. Patrick's Day|

This centerpiece doubles as your fruit salad! What You Need Styrofoam wreath form (24"diameter), cut in half Aluminum foil Toothpicks Leaf lettuce Rainbow-colored fruits: apple halves, strawberries, orange slices, pineapple, grapes, blueberries Toothpicks Gold foil-covered chocolate coins Small (green if possible) pot, dry ice, and [...]

‘Apple Pie on a Stick’ is fun to make — and tasty to eat
‘Apple Pie on a Stick’ is fun to make — and tasty to eat

‘Apple Pie on a Stick’ is fun to make — and tasty to eat

Dian Thomas2023-04-25T22:48:46+00:00February 14th, 2023|Camping, Desserts|

Stick cooking is probably the oldest form of cooking — at least it's the method depicted in most of the books and movies you read and see about prehistoric times. With just a few contemporary updates, stick cooking is still one of the most universal [...]

Goat Cheese & Carmelized Onion Pizzelle

jsteffan2023-02-19T03:55:46+00:00February 14th, 2023|Delicious Food, Entrées, Sides|

An absolutely delicious treat as an appetizer or main dish. You'll want to make this often. Pizzelle crust, 1/4 recipe 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 medium onions, thinly sliced Salt & Pepper 2 tomatoes, thinly sliced 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled Sun-dried tomatoes will add [...]

Dutch Oven Basic
Dutch Oven Basic

Dutch Oven Basic

jsteffan2023-04-25T22:31:25+00:00February 7th, 2023|Backyard, Camping, Dutch Oven|

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 [...]

Great Foods for Super Bowl
Great Foods for Super Bowl

Great Foods for Super Bowl

jsteffan2022-12-02T21:39:17+00:00February 6th, 2023|Delicious Food, Holiday Fun|

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
It’s Time to Be Outdoors

It’s Time to Be Outdoors

jsteffan2023-04-24T16:29:31+00:00February 4th, 2023|Camping, Delicious Food, Dutch Oven, Featured|

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 [...]

St. Patricks Day Memorable Meals
St. Patricks Day Memorable Meals

St. Patricks Day Memorable Meals

jsteffan2023-02-16T16:09:02+00:00February 2nd, 2023|Delicious Food, Holiday Fun, St. Patrick's Day|

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
Dutch Oven Cooking in the Backyard can be Fun and Delicious

Dutch Oven Cooking in the Backyard can be Fun and Delicious

jsteffan2023-04-21T16:58:34+00:00February 1st, 2023|Camping, Delicious Food, Dutch Oven|

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
Time to Warm up the Dutch Oven

Time to Warm up the Dutch Oven

jsteffan2023-04-21T16:15:21+00:00February 1st, 2023|Camping, Delicious Food, 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
Grilling All Year Round

Grilling All Year Round

jsteffan2023-04-19T16:17:11+00:00February 1st, 2023|Camping, Delicious Food|

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. [...]