Serves: 5

Like sourdough starter, the more you use a DO the better it gets. After it’s seasoned the first time it will be a color between that of a new Dutch and the shiny black patina of one that’s been used for years. The only time I ever use soap on a DO is when it comes out of the box it was shipped in from the foundry. Hot water and a nonabrasive kitchen scrubber will take care of cleaning chores after that. Soaking with hot water for a few minutes will loosen most food residue. Remove all food particles and rinse well with more hot water. When it’s completely dry wipe a thin film of oil or grease inside and out just as when you seasoned it initially. Don’t neglect the lid either. Condensation collects on the underside and will rust if left on. Before you know it, folks will be asking you how old your Dutch is because of its classic black patina.

Store your DO in a cool dry location. In areas where the relative humidity is high, it’s even more important to make sure you wipe the DO down with oil after each use before storing it. Don’t overdo the grease as it will turn rancid and a varnish-like residue results which will release itself into the next food you cook. I like to fold up 2-3 paper towels in the DO to absorb any moisture. Also you can take a 4" square of aluminum foil and fold it to the size of an stick of gum that’s been folded in half to place between the lid and the Dutch. This allows air circulation and aids in rust prevention.

Spiced with More Tall Tales - Introduction

More Recipes from the Cee Dub's Dutch Oven and Other Camp Cookin' Cookbook:
_A Pinch Of This And A Dash Of That
_Basic Camp Kitchen Lists
_Basic Camp Supply List
_Basic Chuck Box List
_Basic Dutch Oven Equipment List
_Basic Kitchen Equipment & Utensil List
_Budgets For Camp Cooks
_Buying A Dutch Oven
_Cleaning And Storing DO's
_Cooking "Lite"
_Cooking Techniques
_Cooking for VIPs
_DO's Need Love Too!
_DO: Cast Iron vs Aluminum
_DO: Do's And Don'ts & Tips
_DO: Dutch Oven Care
_DO: Selecting And Buying A Dutch
_DO: Selection And Care
_Decking Your Dutch Ovens
_Dutch Oven & Cast Iron Cookery
_Dutch Oven Equipment
_Garbage DO's And DON'T's
_Gettin' Started
_Is It Done Yet?
_Planning Your Menu
_Table of Dutches
_Words of Wisdom I
_Words of Wisdom II
__Last Word