Grilling All Year Round
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. [...]
Camping Out for Breakfast
Camping trips are just around the corner. School will be out and boys, girls and families will be heading for the woods. Perhaps there will be even more camping this year, with gasoline prices headed for the roof. Camping is the perfect place to save [...]
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
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
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
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
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, [...]
Plan for Success on Your Next Camping Trip
In challenging times, more people turn to camping for vacations than ever. There are a few ingredients that are key to making these trips successful. The first ingredient of successful camping is a good plan. Consider the time, destination, activities, food, personal equipment and organization of [...]
“Kick the Can” Ice Cream
"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 [...]
