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ppine
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In the West we build small fires, because large ones make everyone nervous.
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-----> Large fires make people nervous here too especially with the advent of so many forest fires. I wanted to assure people there was a loaded hose nearby, and after the initial flame settled down, there was a nice even burn.
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-----> Yes, of course. There is nothing like a flattering flaming marshmallow. It beats smores [Apologies to the Girl Guides.] On occasion, they have burned my lips and left a sweet residue on my tongue.
ppine
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Nothing wrong with pine to cook on. It starts fast. Hardwood takes longer to get to coals.
I would not cook food directly on any kind of conifer wood because it affects the taste.
I would not cook food directly on any kind of conifer wood because it affects the taste.
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There are so many ways of cooking over a fire and so many fire structures and wood types that will accommodate the same. If I'm by myself, a fire about the size of my hand will do just fine. Twigs and sticks from the forest floor do nicely. Something bigger? Like a cast iron fry pan that can cook three meals at a time? Well, as we know, it's all according to our different needs and wants. It took me a while to appreciate I didn't need a forest fire to cook a hot dog and a lot less to simply boil one.
I think I've used every kind of fire imaginable. From an underground fire to cook fish at a fish fry, to tin foil dinners that need hot coals, to corn on the cob, dressed potatoes, roast chicken, and so on. You learn how to make pizza [without the expensive due dad] and twirl bannock around a stick, hang a roast or use the Dutch oven. It's called a "cooking" fire.
But the campfire? It's built just for the wonder, magic, and the thrill of the same.
I think I've used every kind of fire imaginable. From an underground fire to cook fish at a fish fry, to tin foil dinners that need hot coals, to corn on the cob, dressed potatoes, roast chicken, and so on. You learn how to make pizza [without the expensive due dad] and twirl bannock around a stick, hang a roast or use the Dutch oven. It's called a "cooking" fire.
But the campfire? It's built just for the wonder, magic, and the thrill of the same.
ppine
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dutch ovens are the definitive way to cook on a fire.
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=====> How true; campfires are always nice. I've never had a Frostie vanilla root beer. The closest would be a Wendy's Frostie ice cream. I think that bottle could become a collector's item up here. Is that a local product? Anyway, I often say "I've got to do this more often", but life seems to have a habit of interfering. Enjoy.
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=====> YES! Fires, are always gorgeous, always warming, always cheerful, and always welcomed.
There's something about a real fire. Watching the wood disappear to glowing embers. Hearing the crackle, pops and hiss as the flame and heat does something to the wood. Much better then a gas fireplace.
I just scrounged around and found some sycamore driftwood. Burns bright and hot. Red cedar makes great campfire wood also. Smells good too.
Roy
I just scrounged around and found some sycamore driftwood. Burns bright and hot. Red cedar makes great campfire wood also. Smells good too.
Roy
ppine
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I have a campsite in my backyard. It is very quiet with great views. Time to build a fire, watch the moon rise and cook some food in a Dutch OVen. This week I am making spaghetti with a salad and garlic bread.