❧ PIE IRON RECIPES

Make sure the campfire is very hot with glowing coals. Spray the insides of the pie iron with nonstick cooking spray or spray butter.

Sweet or Savory Pies

Meal Ideas:

Besides the usual fruit pie filling, try other sweet combinations like Nutella and sliced bananas, or peanut butter and chocolate chips. Or, use cinnamon swirl bread or a brioche loaf. Besides the usual grilled ham and cheese, try other savory combinations like Reubens with corned beef and sauerkraut or Calzones with pizza sauce, pepperoni and other pizza fillings.

Ingredients:

• Sliced bread

• Sweet fillings: seasonal fruit, preserves, or canned pie filling

• Savory fillings: sliced ham, sliced cheese

• Non-stick cooking spray or spray butter

Preparation:

1. Spray the insides of the two halves of the pie iron.

2. Lay a piece of bread in one side of the iron and press it down slightly to make an indentation in the bread.

3. Place a few tablespoons of the filling on the bread.

4. Lay a second slice of bread on top, close the pie iron and lock the handles together.

5. Scrape away any bread hanging out of the irons as it will burn in the hot coals.

6. Place the iron right in the middle of the hottest part of the fire and leave it there for about 2 to 3 minutes. The sides should be toasted golden brown when ready.

7. The pie will be very hot, so allow it to cool for a couple minutes before eating.

Honey BBQ Chicken—from the GSNWGL Program Aide Toolkit

Marinade:

• 1 can shredded precooked chicken (drained)

• 1 teaspoon brown sugar

• 1 teaspoon honey

• 1/4 cup of your favorite barbecue sauce

• 1 Tablespoon water

• 2 slices bread

• Softened butter

Preparation:

1. Mix all ingredients except bread in bowl.

2. Place 2 Tablespoons mixture on 1 slice of bread, buttered side down in the pie iron. Cover with remaining slice of bread, buttered side up.

3. Close the pie iron and grill until hot.