What's For Dinner?

Camp cooking does not have to be limited to hot dogs roasted over a camp fire. Most recipes created at home can be cooked to perfection at the campsite. Some need a little improvising, others only need the right cookware.

Cast iron cookware always does good at the campsite, but can be heavy and bulky for transport. Good for car camping, not so good for backpacking. A cast iron skillet is naturally non-stick, and extremely versatile in camp cooking. Cast iron dutch ovens are the perfect way to bake almost anything. A close eye is all that is needed, and a little practice doesn't hurt. 

Foil packs are another fantastic way to whip up a gourmet meal at the campsite. Simply cut meats into one inch chunks, marinate, and throw in a few chopped veggies. Seal up tight, and place over a campfire grate, and flip every ten minutes or so. Most meats will be cooked through in roughly 20 minutes, a little longer for bigger packs or larger pieces. Voila! A sumptuous meal with very little effort. Not bad, eh?

Lightweight cookware will always work well with camp stoves. These will work just like your stove top at home. Couldn't be easier! Propane bottles can be bought in small enough sizes to not take up too much room, and are easy to transport. One propane bottle can give hours upon hours of cooking time. Most camp stoves fold up to about the size of a briefcase, and clean up easily.

Look for updates and more in-depth reviews of camp stoves, camp cookware, and recipes in the near future!