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How to Use a Dutch Oven: A Guide for Beginners

August 6, 2020 by Mandy

Have you been wondering about getting a Dutch oven? These versatile cooking pots can cook anything from sourdough bread to chicken stew, so they’re a great addition to your kitchen cookware. Even if you’re a novice chef, you can create some amazing dishes if you know what you’re doing.

Ready to get cooking? Keep reading to learn how to use a Dutch oven!

What Are the Types of Dutch Oven?

There are several types of Dutch ovens, so spend some time researching which one is right for you. Stainless steel dutch ovens tend to be easier to clean, but seasoned cooks say that they don’t keep their heat — an essential part of the cooking process — as effectively as other types.

Cast iron is a favorite among avid cooks because of its weight and ability to retain heat. You will have to clean it and season it regularly, however, and there is the possibility that flavors from a previous dish will impact the next dish you create. If you’re baking bread after a series of fish stews, this could be a bad thing!

How To Use a Dutch Oven

One of the big advantages of a Dutch oven is that it can be used on the stove and in the oven. You can sear your meat at a high temperature on the stovetop to start a recipe. Then you can slide it into the oven with all of the other ingredients to cook at a lower temperature.

The thick walls of Dutch ovens ensure that these pots will keep in the heat. That makes them ideal for any sort of slow-cooking process. Use them to braise meats so that they’re perfectly tender. Put together a tasty casserole dish and know that it will cook slowly and evenly in a Dutch oven.

You can also take Dutch ovens camping! They are the perfect multi-purpose pot to place over the coals the next time you are out in nature — just be sure to use a cast-iron version when doing campfire cooking. Find some tasty recipes for your wilderness adventure at www.easycampfirerecipes.com.

Accessorize Your Dutch Oven

Cooking with a Dutch oven will be even better with a few accessories. Since the lids on these pots are so heavy, it can be helpful to have a lid lifter. You’ll keep your hands safe from burns!

Another necessity is a cleaning brush. It’s important to care for your Dutch oven, and regular cleaning will keep it in good shape for a lifetime of cooking. You can also look into getting a scraper to remove those pesky bits of food that get stuck on the bottom.

And if you’re cooking outdoors a lot, consider adding a trivet to your list. A trivet gives you a way to elevate the Dutch oven during cooking — and when you’re done cooking.

Start Cooking

Knowing how to use a Dutch oven opens up lots of culinary possibilities. While the name and weight of these pots can seem intimidating, they are very user-friendly and they will elevate your cooking game!

When you’re ready to find some fresh lifestyle tips, check back with us for more articles!

Filed Under: Cooking Tagged With: cook, dutch oven, utensils

Sunday Roast: Amazing Ways to Cook Delectable Lamb Recipe

July 29, 2020 by Mandy

Introduction

A lot of people like to eat lamb for Sunday dinner, or some other religious or spiritual experience. Now, most of you know that you can eat lamb at any time, but many do not eat unless they are observing some kind of spiritual day.  

There are a variety of recipes you could try like keep it a low-carb recipe or keto-friendly or add white beans, a simple recipe for a delicious, soul-warming soup-lamb & cabbage soup which can be made in an instant pot! 

A simple authentic recipe-a baked pasta dish with a flavorful lamb as simple & Delicious as middle-eastern lamb stew along with chickpeas & some spices.

That, my friends, is about to change.

Below we have some exciting dishes that you might want to consider cooking outside of the spiritual norms. It turns out; lamb is not just for Sunday dinner after all.

 

Grilled Saffron Rack of Lamb

 

Sounds good, doesn’t it? You have to take this outside though. You marinate this in some yogurt, lemon, and saffron. The best way to talk about the recipe is to tell you to click here.

 

The Lavender Crusted Lamb Chops

 

The lavender is used to infuse the senses while creating a lavish and lush dining experience. The best way to eat this(according to those who have cooked it before) is to add some spring vegetables as a side dish. This is also best cooked during the spring and summer months. 

Another delicious recipe you can create is grilled lamb chops + harissa yogurt. The lamb is seasoned with a simple Harissa spice rub. After that, it is then grilled along with summer veggies of your choice. You can also add on sweet peppers, some zucchini & summer squash.

 

A Lamb Burger

 

Now, this one is for the burger lovers out there. One great way to eat this is to infuse parsley and dill. Make sure to add in some feta and spring arugula(Which you can get in spicy and mild versions, I believe).

Once you see some of the pictures online, you will be dying to try it. It does look pretty delicious and yummy.

 

The Golden Lamb Fritters

 

Some say this is very addictive to eat. It is like eating potato chips. You can’t stop once you have one. This is also a great way to eat lamb and not have it dry out so fast.

This dish can operate as a main dish or snack. You may want to add in some chickpeas and curry(for those who enjoy those things). It is a fried lamb that works great either by itself or with some gravy over it. Down there in the southern region, most people like to throw in some gravy to spice things up.

It is like eating chicken nuggets without the chicken. 

 

Some Lamb Kebabs

 

Most of you have heard of steak or chicken kebabs. Well, now you have lamb kebabs. This is another excuse to fire up the grill. You can infuse any kind of vegetables you want into the mix. You can also add in some cumin and/or pomegranate juice to top things off.

Serve succulent lamb kebabs on sticks at a grill or summer gathering. From doner kebabs to minty Greek-style koftas, we have a lot of motivation. Do you want the recipe to try it out? Fire up the grill now. This is an excellent treat to eat as a snack or meal. It also works better in the spring and summer months.

 

The Lamb Shoulder Nachos

 

This is one of the more intricate lamb dishes on the list. You will want to carve away extra time to get this one cooked and ready. 

What you need to do is let the lamb absorb all the juice overnight. The recipe will show you how. After that, you need to let it slow roast for about four hours (give or take). Apply the toppings you want, and you are done. Once again, the recipe will show you how to do everything.

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