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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.

Improvised Grills… Create Your Own Grill for Great Fun
Improvised Grills… Create Your Own Grill for Great Fun

Improvised Grills… Create Your Own Grill for Great Fun

jsteffan2023-05-10T20:34:04+00:00November 14th, 2022|Backyard, Delicious Food, Family Fun, Lunch|

A few weeks ago, I got a call to give a presentation on preparedness. My approach was not to focus on preparing for a rainy day, but to get out and have a great time learning outdoor cooking and camping skills. Then when the rainy [...]

Thanksgiving in the Great Outdoors
Thanksgiving in the Great Outdoors

Thanksgiving in the Great Outdoors

jsteffan2023-02-07T04:19:24+00:00November 10th, 2022|Delicious Food, Featured, Holiday Fun, Thanksgiving|

It is time to make those final plans for Thanksgiving. Most people will roast their turkey in the oven but if you have a little adventure, good weather, and a little time you could consider some outside alternatives. A few years ago when I was [...]

Turkey Leftovers that Make Your Mouth Water
Turkey Leftovers that Make Your Mouth Water

Turkey Leftovers that Make Your Mouth Water

jsteffan2023-01-26T17:40:33+00:00November 3rd, 2022|Delicious Food, Holiday Fun, Thanksgiving|

This is the time of year when turkey finds its way to many dinner tables. Some people eat turkey as the Thanksgiving fare and then dine on leftovers for weeks. Others eat turkey on Thanksgiving, dine on leftovers for weeks, and then repeat the process [...]

Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Dian Thomas2022-12-19T22:21:59+00:00July 28th, 2020|Delicious Food, Desserts, Dutch Oven|

This is my signature recipe. I have demonstrated it on television many times. 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted 1 (16-ounce) can pineapple slices, drained 1 (8-ounce) jar maraschino cherries 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 (18.25-ounce) box yellow cake mix, prepared according to package directions [...]

Enchilada Pie
Enchilada Pie

Enchilada Pie

Dian Thomas2022-12-15T20:28:24+00:00July 28th, 2020|Delicious Food, Dutch Oven|

2 pounds lean ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped 1 (11.5-ounce) can condensed tomato soup 2 (10-ounce) cans mild or hot enchilada sauce 1 cup water 9 (8-inch) flour or corn tortillas 1-1/2 to 2 cups (8 ounces) Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, shredded Cooking [...]

Meatloaf in Onion and Banana Boat Easy to Make on Campout or Backyard
Meatloaf in Onion and Banana Boat Easy to Make on Campout or Backyard

Meatloaf in Onion and Banana Boat Easy to Make on Campout or Backyard

Dian Thomas2023-03-28T17:47:21+00:00July 28th, 2020|Backyard, Camping, Delicious Food|

It's that time of year when meals outside taste a lot better than those prepared inside. For family it is great to at least get out in the backyard on family night and let all the family try their skills at cooking an outdoor meal. [...]

Getting Wrapped Up in Aluminum Foil Cooking
Getting Wrapped Up in Aluminum Foil Cooking

Getting Wrapped Up in Aluminum Foil Cooking

Dian Thomas2022-12-19T21:57:21+00:00July 28th, 2020|Backyard, Camping, Delicious Food, Desserts|

Over the years, I've been accused of owning an aluminum foil company because I often use and recommend foil for outdoor cooking. Foil assists with easy food storage, preparation, cooking — and even easier cleanup. One advantage of foil cooking is that each dinner guest, [...]

Cooking in Oranges
Cooking in Oranges

Cooking in Oranges

Dian Thomas2022-12-14T23:01:49+00:00July 28th, 2020|Breakfast, Camping, Delicious Food, Desserts|

One of my favorite fruits is the orange. It is great to take on camping and outdoor trips. An orange is not easily bruised and is easy to pack and haul. I am not sure if I have ever met anyone that did not like [...]

“Kick the Can” Ice Cream
“Kick the Can” Ice Cream

“Kick the Can” Ice Cream

Dian Thomas2023-05-10T20:07:27+00:00July 7th, 2020|Backyard, Camping, Delicious Food, Featured|

"Ice cream in a tin can" is my most requested recipe. Home-made ice cream is always the most refreshing dessert, and making it outdoors provides both recreation and a cool, memorable treat. It also creates lifetime memories of fun. 1 (1-pound) coffee can with [...]