Dutch Oven Lovin'! (no, not the Esther's version).

[NCAAFBALLROX]

I've never used one but the thought intrigues me... get the Bandera going with some A-1 grade smoking & then maybe set some veggies going on inside the Dutchie...

Cabela's in Buda has some insanely large units - is there anything better about a large one vs. medium to small other than fitting more product inside? does a larger one cause you to need adjustments for more heat or a longer cook time?

Would it make a difference with different types of wood (i.e. does Oak transfer anything to the food & should you avoid sappy woods like Pine? Is this a primarily charcoal situation?)...

Who here has the experience in doing it Dutch style?

 

[Mrmyke709]

There are some cowboys at our work who do trail rides. They use them quite a bit, and have it down to a science. How many coals to put on the lid for what kind of dish. One of them does a cobbler that is flat out allsome.
Keep in mind they are heavy as all get out when they're full of grub. I did a cassoulet in mine that was heavenly. They're great for car camping.
If you do a google search, you'll find a plethora of great sites, with recipes.

 

[GakFoo]

um, ok, that looks excellent. did you follow a recipe, or just make it up as you went?

 

[Mrmyke709]

Recipe..Central Market Cookbook.
It has:
Great Northern Beans
Baby Lima beans
Smoked andouille sausage
Duck
Pork roast
White wine

 

[NCAAFBALLROX]

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[numbereleven]

I'll also be looking for some good recipes, got a large Le Creuset pot for Christmas.

 

[washparkhorn]

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[Mrmyke709]

I made that spectacular dish, but I had put the dutch oven into the kitchen oven to bake it. I have yet to cook on it cowboy style. I actually did a seafood paella in it last week. It was massive.
I think if your coals are hot enough, the ash fall is minimal.
But hey, it's fiber.

 

[DallasHorn]

NumberEleven-
I got a big *** Le Creuset also, black one, I guess I might make paella or something post if you have any good ideas have not used it yet.