Dutch ovens come in as many configurations as there are people to cook food in them. There are bonuses and downfalls to each, but overall finding the perfect Dutch oven to suit your tastes isn't all that difficult.

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Here's a handy chart that shows the capacity of the various oven sizes.

Dutch Oven Size Chart

Dutch Oven Size - Capacity - Campers Served

8" 2 quarts 1-2
10" 4 quarts 4-6
12" 6 quarts 12-14
14" 8 quarts 16-20

Remember that you will be using open flame when cooking with a Dutch oven, thus a pair of heavy leather gloves that can resist the serious heat the fire can put out is highly recommended. And don't forget a pair of long-handled tongs that can be used to safely move the coals around and remove them from the fire and place them around your Dutch oven.

Getting your oven ready will usually require nothing more than a solid washing with soap and water. Once dried, cover it with cook oil (every surface, the legs....every where!) and put it in your oven at 350° F for an hour. Once it has cooled, it is pretreated and ready for use!

Whether you're roasting, baking, broiling, or boiling, your hot coal placement will vary. For some, starting with one cooking method until it is just right and moving to another makes good sense. For others, variation is the name of the learning game. Even the lid can be used for excellent griddle style foods! With one step at a time, Dutch oven cooking can become second nature well before the end of the camping season.

To discover all the steps on how to use a Dutch oven to prepare easy camping meals that your friends and family will be amazed at, go to: http://www.thecampingguy.com/DO_book.html
This is a popular site for campers that want to get the tips and tricks of successful campouts.

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