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Dutch cast iron ovens, the camping multi-function kitchen tool

Every good camper knows how useful a multi-tool can be when out in the wild, but have you ever thought about multi-tool cookware? That is exactly what you might call a cast iron dutch oven, the all-rounder of cookware. Just as a multi-tool can do everything from cutting a string to turning it into a pair of pliers, a Dutch oven can cook everything from a delicious sturdy breakfast to even muffins for dinner.

Now, you might be wondering, how can you cook bread in a Dutch oven, only with hot embers, in the open air and without an oven? Well, to answer the question, it is actually quite simple. First, put the batter in a tin cake pan, then place a couple of small coals in the bottom of the Dutch oven and place the cake pan on top of them. The space between the bottom of the Dutch oven and the cake pan helps circulate hot air and helps prevent the bottom of the rolls from burning. For the next step, you will need a Dutch oven with a rimmed lid, that is, a lid with a raised outer edge. This edge, or flange, helps keep the embers on top of the lid. The charcoal on top is what helps you cook like an oven and will give your rolls a perfectly browned top.

Cast iron Dutch ovens are not only great because you can prepare a variety of meals in them, but also because you can even cook with the lid. There aren’t too many lids that I know of that you can use both as a lid and as a cooking device. Cooking with the lid couldn’t be easier. All you need to do is turn it over and place it on some hot coals to heat it up. To test the heat of the lid, you can simply sprinkle a couple of drops of water on it. If the water sizzles, the lid is hot enough. If the water just sits there, it is not hot enough. If the lid is too hot, the water will sizzle quickly. With the lid upside down and properly heated, you can use the lid to cook hot dogs, bacon, eggs, and even pancakes. Due to the shape of the lid, you will be able to make perfect individual pancakes every time.

These are just a couple of examples of what you can cook in your cast iron Dutch oven. If you love cooking and camping, then a cast iron dutch oven is the perfect camping tool. Your friends and family will be amazed by the delicious meals you make with your Dutch oven. The only difficult decision for you will be deciding which recipe to cook next time.

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