The Scout's Outdoor Cookbook (Falcon Guide) [Paperback]

Christine Conners (Author), Tim Conners (Author)

Book Description

Series: Falcon Guide | Publication Date: May 1, 2008

A guide to cooking while camping provides hundreds of recipes for all kinds of meals that can be made using dutch ovens, camp stoves, fire pits, and grills, or that do not require cooking at all.
Title: The Scout's Outdoor Cookbook
Author: Conners, Christine/ Conners, Tim
Publisher: Globe Pequot Pr
Publication Date: 2008/05/01
Number of Pages: 357
Binding Type: PAPERBACK
Library of Congress: 2008020229

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A unique cookbook for all campers." Library Journal

 

"Some of [the recipes] are a little wacky, but that's half the fun! The recipes are about good food." The News and Observer (Raleigh, NC)

 

"You will love these great outdoor cooking recipes, and so will any other camping fan.... Plenty of recipes for every outdoor cooking situation. "--USAFundraising.com

 

Reviews for Lipsmackin' Backpackin':

 

"Dutch oven, campfire, camp stove and box oven recipes are just some of the many that can be found in this cookbook."   Scouting Life  

"Authors and avid hikers Christine and Tim Conners have collected and compiled recipes and tips from Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and Scouting leaders all across the country representing the best in campout cooking for troops large and small.  Each tasty recipe is accompanied by easy-to-read information about cooking method, basic essentials, and instructions.  Everyone can enjoy healthy eating balanced by a little bit of indulgence . . ."  Scouting magazine

 

From the Back Cover

On my honor, I will do my best . . .
       to prepare great camp food.

 

Campout cooking is about providing sustenance, teaching thoughtfulness and cooperation, and being grateful—not to mention healthy eating balanced by a little bit of indulgence.

This collection of recipes and tips from scouts and scout leaders representing nearly every state in the Union celebrates the best in campout cooking. Whether you’re hungering for a Ravenous Scout Leader’s Steak Au Gratin, Fire Starter Cider, Jeepers Creepers Dirt Parfait, or anything in between, you’ll find hundreds of camp-friendly options. Each recipe has been personally tested and approved by the authors and is accompanied by at-a-glance information about cooking method, challenge level, and servings. The Scout’s Outdoor Cookbook has you covered, whether you need an introduction to the basic essentials, instructions on cooking in cast iron or cardboard box oven, or a real cookout challenge.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 408 pages
• Publisher: FalconGuides; 1st edition (May 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0762740671
• ISBN-13: 978-0762740673
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (34 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #62,384 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #6 in Books > Cookbooks, Food & Wine > Outdoor Cooking > Camping & Hiking

Customer Reviews

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37 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT, October 3, 2008

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Donna Pettigrew (Anderson, IN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Scout's Outdoor Cookbook (Falcon Guide) (Paperback)

I'm a outdoor trainer for Girl Scouts-- this cookbook is excellent for the new to experienced person. All the receipes are tried and true, from the easy level to the advanced. Everything you need to know, how to cook using stick, one pot, dutch oven, cardboard box, paper bag, ingredients, type of fire, even to the number of charcole brickets you need are included. It's easy to read and understand. I highly recommend it to anyone that cooks outdoors. I've done 3 outdoor trainings using it, and every leader there (including people who have never cooked outside), purchased a book. The receipes can also be cooked in your kitchen. Try it, you won't be disappointed. Christine and Tim have done their homework on this book.

30 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent resource, May 31, 2009

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Robert Petz (Rockton, IL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Scout's Outdoor Cookbook (Falcon Guide) (Paperback)

This is a fantastic book for those interested in outdoor cooking. Unlike other vague "outdoor cooking" books ("add meat and season to taste"...duh, I need a book for that?) this book gives you exact ingredients down to the size of the supplies (i.e., 14 fl. oz. can) to make your meal planning EXTREMELY simple. Serving sizes are listed so you can gauge if you need to make more or less based on your group and the recipes are top notch with detailed directions. Not only are recipes classified by type (breakfast, lunch, etc), they're also categorized by skill level (easy to advanced) and have icons for the cookware to use (skillet, dutch oven, etc). There is a section on cookware selection and care as well as tips and tricks to keep your wares in great shape and how NOT to burn the food. I picked this up since my son is more active in scouting now with campouts and since it's been quite some time since I've cooked outside the kitchen or grill, I knew I needed help. This book made me look like a pro! I have even brought my dutch oven to the firehouse and made dinner (Tomahawk Casserole) and then dessert (Chattanooga Cheesecake) for the guys and got rave reviews. One guy even stayed over from his shift to sample to food because "it smelled so darn good". I recommend this book for any Cub/Boy Scout leader, outdoorsman, or backyard camper (there's even a recipe for the world's largest s'mores). Easy to read, easy to follow, and very tasty...even for picky eaters (i.e., my kids)! You won't go wrong with this book. Best money I ever spent on a cookbook.

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Brings back memories and gives new ideas, April 28, 2008

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James A. Lehr "Jim" (st joseph, missouri United States) - See all my reviews
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The Scout's Outdoor Cookbook does, indeed bring back memories and gives new ideas! Simple, easy meals are described. Whether carried miles by backpack or prepared in a cast-iron Dutch oven, these culinary delights are practical as well as mouth watering. Also, these recipes kindle the spark of innovation, and create unique dining experiences as we all want and need in the wilds. These wonderful foods are not for the sit at home, or the weight watcher, but for the robust, trail-pounding adventurers burning calories and experiencing adventure