DUTCH OVEN OUTFITTERS
This hands-on school is designed in 3 levels to get you well
on your way to using Dutch ovens.
Dutch oven cooking is becoming a lost art.
My vision is to introduce you to a way of cooking that is not only fun, but it will allow you to impress your family and friends, and possibly land you a dream job working with Dutch ovens.
If you love the outdoors and being in the mountains, you will certainly enjoy the relaxing method of using Dutch ovens over a campfire.
Level 1 - Beginner Class
Level 1 - Beginner Class
This 2-day/2-night class is designed for those that want to learn how to use a Dutch oven as a hobby in their backyard. This class will give you the basic information to get you started with this fun way of cooking.
The classes and sleeping accommodations will be held on our property at The Chicory House Bed and Breakfast in Paradise Valley, Montana.
Areas of focus:
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Basic Dutch oven skills- Simply being able to cook, and buying a Dutch oven does not guarantee you will know how to use it. There are some techniques that you will need to learn before you get started. We will discuss the History of the Dutch oven and why should you use a Dutch oven.
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Your Dutch oven- Cleaning, caring and storing your oven. Choosing your cast iron, enamel or aluminum, and learning how to stack and cook on many ovens at once.
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Heat sources- Cooking over charcoal, on a wood stove, an open flame and using propane.
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Tools of the trade- and kitchen supplies- Though not required, there are many accessories you can get that will make using your Dutch oven a little easier.
• Minimum age is 18 years old due to the nature of this class (i.e. lifting heavy Dutch ovens, handling hot coals).
•Basic cooking skills are required. No prior Dutch oven cooking experience is necessary.
• All instruction and materials supplied including an experienced Wilderness Backcountry Cook as your instructor, Dutch ovens, all ingredients ,all food, 3 meals a day, accommodations and tools.
• Certification of Completion.
• Refer to the recommended gear list.
• Cost: Please contact us at (406) 404-9411
Level 2 - Intermediate Class
This 4-day/4-night class is designed to go a few steps farther than your basic skills. We will continue from level 1 that will give you stronger confidence in using Dutch ovens. The classes and sleeping accommodations will be held on our property at The Chicory House-Bed & Breakfast in Paradise Valley, Montana.
Areas of focus:
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The weather– cooking outdoors can be unpredictable so you are going to learn how to prepare for the hottest day to the coldest night. You will encounter rain, hail and snow storms.
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Temperature control- You will be learning to control the temperature of your heat sources. How to properly store food in the backcountry; it is not uncommon that you do not have a refrigeration system. Food temperature, rotation of food.
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Rules, regulations & safety- In this section, you will learn how to properly dispose of charcoal, fire safety, first aid, and proper food handling safety.
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Cooking for crowds-You will learn how to set up any kitchen, menu planning, making a shopping list, grocery shopping on a budget, cooking for crowds, and setting up buffets. We will cover how to cook loaves of bread, proteins, desserts, potatoes in a Dutch oven.
• Minimum age is 18 years old due to the nature of this class (i.e. lifting heavy Dutch ovens, handling hot coals).
• Basic cooking skills are required. No prior Dutch oven cooking experience is necessary.
• All instruction and materials supplied including an experienced Wilderness Backcountry Cook as your instructor, Dutch ovens, all ingredients ,all food, 3 meals a day, accommodations and tools.
• Certification of Completion.
• Refer to the recommended gear list.
• Cost: Please contact us at (406) 404-9411
Level 3 - Advanced Class
Level 3 - Advanced Class
This 2-day/2-night class is designed for those that want to learn how to use a Dutch oven as a hobby in their backyard. This class will give you the basic information to get you started with this fun way of cooking.
The classes and sleeping accommodations will be held on our property at The Chicory House Bed and Breakfast in Paradise Valley, Montana.
Areas of focus:
-
Basic Dutch oven skills- Simply being able to cook, and buying a Dutch oven does not guarantee you will know how to use it. There are some techniques that you will need to learn before you get started. We will discuss the History of the Dutch oven and why should you use a Dutch oven.
-
Your Dutch oven- Cleaning, caring and storing your oven. Choosing your cast iron, enamel or aluminum, and learning how to stack and cook on many ovens at once.
-
Heat sources- Cooking over charcoal, on a wood stove, an open flame and using propane.
-
Tools of the trade- and kitchen supplies- Though not required, there are many accessories you can get that will make using your Dutch oven a little easier.
• Minimum age is 18 years old due to the nature of this class (i.e. lifting heavy Dutch ovens, handling hot coals).
•Basic cooking skills are required. No prior Dutch oven cooking experience is necessary.
• All instruction and materials supplied including an experienced Wilderness Backcountry Cook as your instructor, Dutch ovens, all ingredients ,all food, 3 meals a day, accommodations and tools.
• Certification of Completion.
• Refer to the recommended gear list.
• Cost: Please contact us at (406) 404-9411
