Black Beans are such a staple of food storage that I’m always searching for a quick and easy way to cook them. 1 Tbs Oil or Fat (I use Bacon Fat) 2 Tbs Sofrito 1/2 tsp Adobe 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder 15oz Can of Black Beans In a medium sauce heat the oil or fat […]
Oven Bacon
If you don’t want to drag out the Grandma’s Cast Iron Skillet but still want great bacon (sort of an oxymoron, like there is un-great bacon out there!) try making it in the oven. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Arrange the bacon on a rack on the lined baking sheet. Place the […]
A Great Reference for Dutch Oven Cooking
Mark’s Black Pot is a great reference for when it comes to Dutch Oven Cooking. It has become my go to stop whenever I’m going to go and lug out my cast iron. His article on Baking Bread in a Dutch Oven is a must read: Things I’ve Learned about Dutch Oven Bread What You […]
The Backyard Pioneer EDC Blade
This is the first peek of a new project for Patrick Burns of Arcadia Knives and I, it will be called The Backyard Pioneer EDC Blade. Pat and I have been picking each others brains on the design for an Everyday Carry (EDC) knife and this is going to be the first prototype. […]
Dutch Oven Bread
Making Dutch Oven Bread is easier than you think, follow along as I detail this valuable self sufficiency and preparedness skill. Dutch Oven Bread I used my basic bread recipe for this one. I followed all the directions just as if I was making bread in a standard oven. Where I deviated is when […]
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