Category Archives: By the Campfire

Recipes and techniques for cooking over an open fire and easy meals to eat around the campfire.

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How to Grill the Perfect Whole Fish

A glistening fish—minutes out of the water—cooked on a stick or grate over blazing coals. It’s a scene that’s almost as old as mankind itself and as enjoyable as perfect beach weather. And it serves to remind us that fish never tastes better than when … Read More

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Baked Trout with Fennel-Walnut Stuffing

Serves 6 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for brushing 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1medium fennel bulb, trimmed and finely chopped 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley kosher salt freshly ground black pepper 1 medium lemon, … Read More

Roasted Green Beans and Peppers

Grill/Roasted Green Beans and Peppers

Ingredients 2 tablespoon(s) extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoon(s) Dijon mustard 2 teaspoon(s) pure maple syrup 2 clove(s) garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt 12 ounce(s) green and/or yellow beans or both 2 red, yellow, or green  bell peppers, thinly sliced lengthwise 1/3 cup(s) toasted pine nuts (see Tips & Techniques) 2 tablespoon(s) balsamic vinegar Directions Preheat oven to 400°F (or see grill variation, … Read More

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Double Fudge Kahlua Brownies

Linda Mussleman, who is known as the “Kahlua Queen” in her home town, has been asked often to share her recipe for these fantastic brownies.  We here at NGR feel lucky she chose to share with us.   Preheat oven 325 1 1/2 cups sugar … Read More

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Lamb Kabob

The lamb must marinate for 2 hours at room temperature or 24 hours in the refrigerator, so be sure to plan accordingly. Makes 8 servings (16 to 18 kebabs) Marinade 1 1/2 cups extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup red wine, such as Merlot or Cabernet … Read More

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Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Potato Hobo Packs

Serveshttp://www.newgourmetrecipes.com/wp-admin/post-new.php6 2 tablespoons black peppercorns 1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 (2 1/2)-lb center-cut beef tenderloin roast, trimmed and tied 1 1/2 lb fingerling or baby Yukon Gold potatoes (about 16), halved lengthwise 1/2 lb pearl onions (about 16), blanched in … Read More

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Juniper Rabbit

1 dressed rabbit, 1 3/4 lbs 3 cups cold water 2 tsp salt ¼ cap flour ¼ cup lard 1 medium onion 1 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper black pepper Dash of cayenne 1 juniper berry 4 allspice berries 2 slices lemon, 1/8-inch thick 2 cups … Read More

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Number One Bad Boy Boston Beans

And what did Steven decide to bring to our American Idol Party? But of course, Number One Bad Boy Boston Beans. Ingredients 2 cups navy beans 1/2 pound Black Forrest bacon 1 onion, finely diced 2 tablespoons molasses 1 tablespoon Buckwheat honey 2 teaspoons salt … Read More

Gulyás Soup (Herdsman's Pot)

Gulyás Soup (Herdsman’s Pot)

Ingredients 4 medium-sized onions, peeled and chopped 2-3 garlic cloves, crushed 6 tablespoons lard or bacon drippings 3-4 tablespoons paprika 3 pounds beef chuck or round, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 large carrots, scraped and diced 2 large tomatoes, peeled and chopped 8 cups water … Read More

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Picnic Hot Dog Platter

12   Hot Dogs, uncooked bratwurst, smoked pork sausages, veal sausages, turkey sausages,  vegetarian frankfurters, or combination of two or three types. 1 dozen Hot Dogs or bratwurst buns or French-style rolls, split 1 recipe Tart Apple Mustard, Bacon Brown-Sugar Mustard, Sun Dried Tomato Mustard (recipes … Read More

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Grilled Vegetables With Lemon, Thyme & Dejon

This is one of the top ten side dishes of all time. Ingredients: Basting Sauce 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, diced 1/3 cup chopped shallots 1/4 cup olive oil 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme 1 tablespoon … Read More