Lentils and Black-eyed Peas make delicious and healthy meals. They are especially good on a cold winter evening. Here are some delicious recipes that will warm you up during this winter.
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Spring Grilled Salads and Grilling Favorites
With spring comes longer days, melting snow and the first tender blossoms and the beginning of grilling season. (I really never stop grilling - I've grilled at Steaks and Salmon for a group of 12 at 9,000 ft in a late spring Colorado snow storm, I've grilled a turkey breast in a torrential soaking rain on the Rougue River for Thanksgiving - but that's another story for another time.)
Spring is the official start to "grilling season" - with an abundance of warmer, sunny and mild days. So if your grill has been in storage now's the time to get it out, tune it up and get grilling.
Here are a few of my favorite spring camping recipes:
Grilled Salads:
Chicken Salad with Nectarines in Mint Vinaigrette
Grill Recipe Favorites:
Citrus Grilled Snapper with Roasted Pineapple
Apple Truffle Roasted Garlic Pizza
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Quick and Easy Dinners for the RV and Campfire
RVing and camping provide great opportunities to enjoy the freshest ingredients, cooked in the simplest manner. Campfire cooking allows you to cook in one of the most simple ways and really enjoy the flavors of the food you are eating. One great menu, either for campers or RVers is Pan Fried Trout with Corn on the Cob and Cornbread.
Menu:
Pan Fried Trout
Corn-on-the-cob
Dutch Oven Cornbread
Celebrate Independence Day with a Red, White and Blue Themed Barbecue.
Gather family and friends and celebrate the hard earned freedom of America. I’ve collected a fun group of red, white and blue recipes to help kick start your own special 4th of July festivities.
The fourth of July is one of my favorite holidays. The days are long and warm. Family and friends have gathered for good food and conversation. As night finally falls, the national anthem plays ti the sights and sound of fireworks. My breath catches in my throat and I remember just how fortunate we are to be in America. I remember our founding fathers and the wisdom they brought to creating this great country. I remember my ancestors who immigrated from Ireland and Italy just two generations ago. And I say a quick prayer of thanksgiving and protection for our soldiers serving throughout the world to insure our freedom and our way of life. From Alaska to Florida and all points in between this is a great country, filled with great people – truly a reason to celebrate!]]>
Mexican food is always fun and festive and a real hit for camping and RVing trips. Many recipes are easy to create and with a "do-it-yourself" taco bar, you can satisfy even the pickiest eater in the group.
Appetizers:
- Make it easy with multi-colored tortilla chips and a variety of bottled salsa
- Chili Conqueso
- Quesadilla
Main Dishes:
- Black Bean Chocolate Chicken Chili
- Campfire Cheese and Spinach Enchiladas
- Black Bean Enchiladas
- Make your own tacos
Dessert:
Beverages:
- Try some imported Mexican sodas - typically available in most supermarkets next to the Mexican food.
- Get out the blender or your cocktail shaker and toast summer with the perfect margarita
- Mexican Beer frosty cold in a tub of ice
Whether your grill of choice is a well-worn Weber, a shiny new take-along gas grill or a simple grate over an open campfire, these recipes are sure to add spice to your next camping or RVing trip.]]>
A gumbo is a soup or stew that's full of spice and rich flavors, and it's the perfect warm-up meal for a cold winter's day. With roots in Louisiana and the Southern Gulf Coast, gumbos are thick, hearty, and zesty. This year, why not learn to make your own gumbo? No matter what part of the country you're in, the hungry campers at your campsite will be sure to thank you.
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car camping, RVing, backpacking and more...
No matter what type of camping you enjoy - great food cooked at camp, shared with friends and family is always a trip highlight. It helps to have the right "kitchen" set-up that can be pulled together at a moments notice for that spur -of-the-moment camping trip or an al fresco dinner at your favorite local park.
Our editors have pulled together helpful tips for you type of camping.]]>
Think whipping up a terrific Chinese New Year's meal is beyond you? Fear not! With our easy-to-follow recipes you can be dining in high style. These recipes were collected with Chinese New Year in mind, but they taste terrific during any night of the year. Check out our recipes for a delicious and easy celebration. These recipes are a snap to prepare from any campsite or Rv kitchen.
chicken stir fry
savory beef broccoli stir fry
amazing crunchy peanut sauce
Crisp clear days, new fallen snow and quiet campgrounds and un-crowded attractions are just a few of the reason winter is my favorite time to camp. Staying or getting warm can be a challenge but one you'll easily overcome with these tasty hot beverage recipes. They are easy to make with even the most basic camping cooking equipment and are guaranteed to warm up your whole camping crew.
Family Favorites
Hot Spiced Cider Recipe
Make Your Own Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe
Best-ever Hot Cocoa Recipe
Adult Favorites
Hot Mulled Wine Recipe
Hot Buttered Rum Recipe
Enjoy winter camping just a little more with these great, easy hot beverage recipes for winter camping.
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Warm up after a night of trick or treating.
Spiced Cider for the kids and Mulled cider for the adults...perfection!
The beginning of winter is a classic time to gather indoors, enjoying warmth and good cheer during the darkest days of the year. This year, make your solstice or holiday celebration special by serving hot cider or wine. The rich, spicy aroma these drinks give off is worth the effort alone -- but they also taste delicious!
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Toast Dad with a Festive Father's Day Barbecue
Camping Cookout Recipes
On Father's day we honor our first and lasting hero - Dad. He taught us about life and love. He was there to cheer us on, celebrate our successes, and pick us up after disappointments. Dad's do so much for their families through-out the year so this Father's Day treat Dad to a backyard BBQ or a camping trip cookout to make him proud. Come to think of it it, was probably Dad that taught you to barbeque.
Father's Day Menu and Recipes
Grilled Chicken Wings and Shrimp Skewers + Dipping sauces
- Coca-Cola BBQ Sauce
- Crunchy Peanut Dipping Sauce
- Traditional Anchor Bar Buffalo Sauce
- Honey Roasted Garlic BBQ and Dipping Sauce
- Raspberry Honey Mustard
Tossed Salad with Apples and Pistachios
Grilled Baguettes with garlic wild mushroom rag-out and feta cheese
BBQ Tri Tip (or London Broil)
Chocolate Covered Cherry Crumble
Kid-Friendly Recipes
Make your own mini burgers
Everyone loves a burger. These little bites are fun for kids of all ages. Let everyone choose their own toppings and include some grown-up or gourmet topping to please the adults.
Campfire French Fries
French Fries are always a hit with the gang - add minced garlic for the adults.
Grilled mac and cheese
A blend of upscale cheeses will make this a hit with young and old alike.
PBJ S'Mores
S'Mores are a camping favorite. Use crunchy peanut butter to satisfy the kids and add raspberry jelly for a twist on this all-time favorite.
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Are you ready to make the world's best hot cocoa? Then get your taste-buds ready and prepare for a chocolate onslaught. Whether you like your chocolate rich and dark or light and sweet, you'll be able to adjust the following recipe to suit your palate.
Cocoa Facts
Hot cocoa is made from cocoa powder. This sets it apart from hot chocolate, which is made from blocks of chocolate or the French mixture called couverture. Cocoa powder is made when chocolate liquor is pressed in order to remove three-quarters of the cocoa butter. The remaining solids are processed into the fine brown powder we all grew up with. Commercial cocoa mixes vary in the amount of other ingredients that are added, mainly powdered mil, sugar, and thickeners.