Dutch Oven Cooking Legend

Qty. of charcoal = 2 x the Diameter of the Oven = 325º
Each additional charcoal adds 10-15º to Cooking Temperature


 

bulletBake = coals in rings 2:1 ratio top over bottom
bulletStew or Simmer = coals split evenly

 
bulletBroil = coals in checkerboard 2:1 ratio top over bottom
bulletFry or Boil = all coals on the bottom

 

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