Dutch Oven Grill Recipes

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These 40 ridiculously delicious dutch oven camping recipes are for you if you’re looking for a fun way to feed your family while enjoying the great outdoors on a camping trip.

If using a dutch oven to cook over the fire intimidates you, let me assure you that it shouldn’t because it’s one of the simplest ways to prepare food for your family.

That’s my kind of camping cooking: easy because you only have one pot to cook in and clean, and versatile because you can use it over the fire, on a propane cooktop, or in your RV oven.

While you’re at it, be sure to check out our post of convection oven recipes.

If properly cared for, Dutch ovens can withstand a lot of abuse and will last you a very long time.

For those of you who are new to Dutch oven cooking and would like a little more background knowledge, we’ll get into some of the fundamentals in a moment.

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Best Dutch Oven Beef Stew Recipe 🔗

Hearty and satisfying, this Dutch oven beef stew is one of our favorite Dutch oven recipes. It’s loaded with tender beef bites and flavorful vegetables.

Ingredients:

  • 3 pounds beef chuck roast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 minced garlic
  • 2 medium onions (chopped)
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 3 carrots (sliced)
  • 1 pound baby potatoes

Instruction:

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Pat dry the beef with paper towels, and cut into 2-inch cubes.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon of oil to your Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once hot, add a single layer of beef cubes with some space in between. (Cook in batches if necessary.)
  3. Cook the beef for about 2 minutes when the bottom is nicely browned. Then flip and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove them to a plate, and repeat with the remaining oil and beef.
  4. Add the onions and garlic to the Dutch oven and sauté for 3 minutes.
  5. Add the browned beef, red wine, broth, tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, flour, thyme, bay leaf, salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
  6. Cover and place the Dutch oven in the middle of the preheated oven and braise for 2 hours until the meat is tender and the sauce thickened.
  7. Remove from the oven and add the potatoes and carrots. Return to the oven for 30 minutes more. Serve and enjoy!

FAQ

Can you grill in a Dutch oven?

The Dutch oven is a sturdy pot that can be used on the grill, as was already mentioned.

What should you not cook in a Dutch oven?

Without thoroughly seasoning your cast-iron Dutch oven, skillet, or pan, you shouldn’t cook delicate proteins like white flaky fish and eggs, sticky foods like desserts with sugary sauces, or foods with acidic sauces like tomatoes, lemons, and other citrus foods.

What cooks well in a Dutch oven?

Steamed clams: Try these campfire steamed clams to add some class to your menu. Apple pie. Mac and cheese. French toast bake. Pull-apart garlic bread. Chicken Marbella. Dutch oven lasagna. 5 can chili.

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