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Quick and Easy Cheesy Ranch Potatoes in a Dutch Oven
We made a quick and easy potato side dish on our last camping trip at Wekiwa Springs State Park. These cheesy ranch potatoes made in a Dutch Oven were the perfect compliment to our grilled hamburgers on a cool night. Cheesy Ranch Potatoes Open and drain the canned potatoes. Quarter the potatoes and place directly into a well seasoned Dutch Oven or a greased Dutch Oven liner. Drizzle olive oil over the top of the potatoes. Next add the the ranch seasoning packet. Stir the potatoes making sure they are well coated with oil and ranch seasoning. Top with a cheese. Place 14 briquettes on the top lid of the…
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Simple Pumpkin Spice Cake in a Dutch Oven
We made this simple, two ingredient, Pumpkin Spice Cake in our Dutch Oven on our last camping trip at Hillsborough River State Park. It was easy and quick to make. The perfect ending to a day of hiking and canoeing. Pumpkin Spice Cake Recipe Boxed Spice Cake Mix Canned Pumpkin In a large bowl combine together the boxed spice cake mix and the can of pumpkin. Mix well. Pour the mixture directly into a well seasoned Dutch Oven or an oil sprayed Dutch Oven liner. Place 7 briquettes on the bottom of the Dutch Oven and 14 on the top lid to reach a temperature of 350º. Bake for approximately…
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Blueberry Buckle in a Dutch Oven
Blueberry season in Central Florida is winding down. It is the perfect time to make Blueberry Buckle in a Dutch Oven when these berries are at their peak sweetness. Local Farms Just a short drive from the Orlando area, there are several blueberry farms ready for you to visit. Our go-to place is Amber Brooks Farm in Eustis. The farm offers more than just U-Pick blueberries with fun activities for the whole family. Blueberry Buckle What is Blueberry Buckle? Blueberry Buckle is a cake like dessert. The streusel topping “buckles” under the force of the cake mix rising. It’s really just a simple, sweet tasting cake that is perfect after…
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Make a Dutch Baby in a Dutch Oven
What is a Dutch Baby? A Dutch Baby is basically a huge, fluffy pancake that is usually baked in a hot skillet. I baked ours in a Dutch Oven on our camping trip at Kelly Park, with amazing results. Topped with canned cherries and a sprinkle of powdered sugar it will make the perfect dessert after a day of exploring. Dutch Baby Recipe Begin by whisking the eggs together in a bowl. Add the milk, sugar, and vanilla to the eggs. Mix ingredients. Next add the flour and salt, mixing well. Pour the batter into a well-seasoned Dutch Oven or Dutch Oven liner that has been well-greased. Bake at approximately…
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Christmas Cornbread in a Dutch Oven
Who doesn’t love cornbread? Take it up a notch with this simple and colorful cornbread recipe that is perfect for a Christmas Campout. Recipe 1 Teaspoon oil or butter ( for greasing the Dutch Oven ) 2 Cups Corn Meal Mix 1 1/3 Cups Buttermilk 1 Can Creamed Corn 1/4 Cup Olive or Vegetable Oil 1 Egg 1/2 Cup each of Red and Green Peppers 1/2 Jalapeño Pepper 1 Cup Shredded Mexican Mix Cheese In a medium sized bowl add the cornmeal, buttermilk and oil. Mix well. Next add the egg and continue to mix until smooth. Add in the all the peppers, creamed corn and the cheese. Mix together.…
