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Irrigation Guy
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# Posted: 1 Jan 2021 10:50am
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What are some of your go-to or favorite things to cook when at your cabin? When I am alone it’s a lot of beans, rice, and eggs. But when the family is there we will do regular meals. I try to utilize the grill when I can.
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paulz
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# Posted: 1 Jan 2021 12:01pm
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Well I was about to make mac and cheese with fried Spam last night, one of my cabin staples, when a friend called, bored at home alone with the shelter in place, and offered to get some grub for a BBQ. So I fired up some oak on the Webber, he showed up with a London broil, wine, French bread, potato salad.. Oh man..what an upgrade. Just had a steak sandwich for breakfast.
I bring out fresh fruit, veggies, meat whenever I can, but yeah, the cabin storage shelves are beans, pasta, canned tuna, rice..
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silverwaterlady
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# Posted: 1 Jan 2021 01:10pm - Edited by: silverwaterlady
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FISH!!!!
Yummy. We can go down to the local dock at about noon and buy freshly caught whole whitefish or lake trout from the fish boat for $5 each!
We set up a fish cleaning station near the lake.
I either fry it up in a iron skillet using Drakes coating or bake it wrapped in heavy duty foil to which I’ve added sliced onion, unsalted butter, white wine and salt and pepper. Baked in our covered gas grill at 350F, indirect heat. In the summer I bake a lot of food in the grill to keep the cabin cool. The fish is served in the foil which helps to keep the fish hot.
When it cools off in the fall, I make a tomato based fish chowder.
We also forage for apples in the fall. There are vacant farmhouses with old apple trees nearby. These apple trees were planted a long time ago. The correct variety for baking. We picked enough apples for me to make four apple crisps and six pies. I was able to freeze the apples after I processed them.
It was wonderful to bring them to our city home and have apple pie with those beautiful apples from my favorite place.
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frankpaige
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# Posted: 1 Jan 2021 01:19pm
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When it is just myself. I grab a couple of chicken breasts already cooked at the local grocery on the way out of town. That's day one. When there, I find a steak that will make at least two meals. That's day, 2/3. Then it's back to rice/beans and homemade jerky.
When the family is there. I have wash dishes. 😢
But meals are definitely more 3 course.
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gcrank1
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# Posted: 1 Jan 2021 02:53pm - Edited by: gcrank1
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Dinty Moore Beef Stew is almost a must have.
Skillet Cornbread with butter makes it even better.
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moneypitfeeder
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# Posted: 1 Jan 2021 05:38pm - Edited by: moneypitfeeder
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I'm a vegetarian, but I often make what is apparently a really good whole roast chicken. We pair that with salt potatoes or sweet corn and something green. Salads, and anything that is in season at the farm stands en-route. We also like to do a pho night (Vietnamese rice noodle soup), black bean burritos or veggie [faux burger] crumble taco night, guac, salsa & chips. SO likes blackened steak or fish (not my cup of tea) & camp cornbread in the cast iron skillet is great. Pasta any way. If he gets a large catch of crawfish, then those with rice or grits make his menu. I normally try for a no-bake (or easy) dessert since we don't normally have dessert at home. We also normally shoot for an Indian curry with rice. Basically anything we'd do at home, but I like cooking up there. We normally have one big family meal where the in-laws come out and can help with a larger "centerpiece" meat and the rest is business as usual.
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toyota_mdt_tech
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# Posted: 1 Jan 2021 09:25pm
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Quoting: gcrank1 Dinty Moore Beef Stew is almost a must have. Skillet Cornbread with butter makes it even better.
Yes, I dont eat as healthy at the cabin, more hearty. I do like chili dogs or chili burgers. We do steaks also, thick rib eye's
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Peewee86
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# Posted: 6 Jan 2021 01:54am
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On all but the hottest summer days we like to have a campfire going. We have a handful of cast iron campfire sandwich makers. A couple of slices of bread buttered on the outside, shaved ham or turkey, provolone cheese and dab of chipotle mayo makes for a quick warm sandwich that has become one of our staples.
We also often find ourselves creating meals in our crock pot. An evening meal can be put together at lunchtime and it will allow for a broad time window serving dinner. We find the flexibility of our dinner time appealing. Hanging out at the cabin for us is all about having less structure. Go to bed when tired, get up when no longer tired...
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Ptomaine
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# Posted: 6 Jan 2021 01:02pm
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I eat the same if not better than I do at home. I usually eat two meals a day. I have a substantial breakfast. Things like ham steak with hash browns & eggs. Pancakes, French toast (to use up bread that might be going a little stale) or even biscuits and gravy are common at the cabin. Dinner will utilize the campfire whenever possible. Steaks, thick cut pork chops, pork loin, spare ribs, or sausages are normal summer fare. Chili, beef stew, pot roast, chicken curry and roast chicken are good for cold/rainy weather. Freshly baked cookies or brownies are a great way to end the day!
I have a full size LP range so it allows me to cook anything that could be made in a home kitchen that does not require electricity. No crock pots, microwaves, electric coffee maker or toasters at my cabin; I use Dutch ovens, a percolator, and use either the broiler or a griddle to toast bread.
I realize this is not for everyone, but I enjoy cooking.
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Fanman
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# Posted: 10 Jan 2021 08:06pm
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I hiked in to the cabin Friday night, since the road is closed for the winter. Saturday I realized I'd forgotten my dinner, which was frozen leftovers. But I had more than enough lunch food, which included a stick of hard salami, and I found a package of yellow rice in the cabin. Cooked the rice with extra butter I had brought for my breakfast, added the finely chopped sausage, and had a right tasty meal, I may even repeat it.
Normally at the cabin during the warm weather we eat just like we do at home, though we don't bake much, only having a big toaster oven instead of a "real" oven. But in the winter, it's pack it in and pack it out, so often it's a frozen meal cooked previously.
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Irrigation Guy
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# Posted: 9 Mar 2022 06:51pm - Edited by: Irrigation Guy
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Wife and kids don’t eat red meat so I don’t eat it much as a result. I figured I would treat myself tonight since I am alone. NY strip with roasted potatoes, Brussels sprouts, and onions.
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gcrank1
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# Posted: 9 Mar 2022 07:58pm
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Id go for that but with fresh aspargus, trimmed by snap at base and pop the heads, blanch the stems for 3min toss in the heads for 1min then into a hot buttered ci fry pan to slightly brown.
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Irrigation Guy
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# Posted: 9 Mar 2022 08:56pm
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Quoting: gcrank1 d go for that but with fresh aspargus, trimmed by snap at base and pop the heads, blanch the stems for 3min toss in the heads for 1min then into a hot buttered ci fry pan to slightly brown
I am partial to the asparagus as well but I didn’t see any at the store.
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happilyretired
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# Posted: 10 Mar 2022 11:27am
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Our cabin is fully equipped with appliances and kitchen equipment similar to what we have at home, so we eat the same.
We have no interest in "roughing it". 
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jhp
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# Posted: 10 Mar 2022 12:11pm
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I like to keep it simple - on the grill, burgers, brats, steaks.
I like crockpot cooking too - throw it in the morning and its done for dinner.
A couple chicken breasts, plus a can of cream of chicken, and a box of stuffing mix on low for 6 hours = thanksgiving in a bowl. Swap out the stuffing mix for a bag of frozen mixed veggies and another can of cream of whatever, and serve over biscuits for a pot pie experience.
Frozen meatballs + BBQ or marinara, munch on it all day and for dinner make meatball subs, or throw in some pasta the last hour or two.
Burn a chuck roast on the grill for a few minutes, throw it in the crock pot with some simple seasonings on low all day and make awesome barbacoa for tacos, or nachos.
Bag of hash browns, frozen pepper/onion blend, breakfast sausage, shredded cheese, a dozen beaten eggs on low for 8 hours and you wake up to breakfast ready for you.
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SE Ohio
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# Posted: 12 Mar 2022 04:06pm
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Dutch oven cooking… Venison stew or whole chicken with vegetables. In another Dutch oven stacked on top, cobbler. Usually cherry pie filling with chocolate cake mix….
Steak on the grill with a foil-wrapped potato buried in the coals along with grilled veggies is another favorite
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smitbret
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# Posted: 25 Mar 2024 11:04am - Edited by: smitbret
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When I'm at the cabin, I love whipping up simple yet hearty meals that satisfy everyone. For solo meals, beans, rice, and eggs are my trusty companions, offering comfort and nourishment with minimal effort. But when the family gathers, it's all about creating memorable feasts.
One of my favorite go-to dishes, especially when the grill is fired up, is a mouthwatering barbecue spread. Picture succulent ribs slathered in homemade sauce, juicy burgers sizzling on the grates, and vibrant veggies getting that perfect char. It's a true celebration of flavors and togetherness.
And when I'm looking to simplify things without sacrificing taste, I turn to my trusty Instant Pot chicken recipes. Whether it's a zesty lemon garlic chicken, a cozy chicken and rice stew, or a savory chicken curry, the Instant Pot never fails to deliver tender, flavorful results in a fraction of the time.
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ICC
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# Posted: 25 Mar 2024 06:00pm - Edited by: ICC
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Irrigation Guy
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# Posted: 31 Mar 2024 08:34pm
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Easter weekend at the cabin, a few of the meals.
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gcrank1
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# Posted: 31 Mar 2024 09:21pm
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I sure could eat with you!
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matthewwolf
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# Posted: 7 May 2024 09:57pm
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For those cabin chill days, you can't go wrong with some grilled burgers or steaks, always a hit with the fam. And maybe toss some veggies on the grill for a bit of charred goodness. It's all about those easy, hearty meals that let you relax more and cook less.
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paulz
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# Posted: 9 May 2024 11:56am
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Quoting: matthewwolf toss some veggies on the grill for a bit of charred goodness.
I was tossing the vegggies (potato, carrots, greens) on the grill, but lately I’ve been boiling them inside, seem to come out softer and less dry. I should try putting the pot outside on the grill with the meat, one less flame going..
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DaveBell
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# Posted: 20 May 2024 03:01am
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Why does everything taste better cooked in the woods?
My brother and I would go camping and we seemed to eat like kings. My fav these days is Hambeens 15-bean soup with county ham chunks rinsed twice. For some reason it makes gravy when you hold back water a little.
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