I think our fire pit is almost done. And yes, I will post pics of it when
it is. They are back there now building us a wood rack and cutting up
whatever wood from the old play structure that can be used for burning.
They said that we won't need to buy any for a long time.

I already bought long sticks for marshmallows and a fork for wieners. Have
since ordered another fork, a single square pie iron and a pie iron
cookbook. The fire pit is for use by the teens. I wasn't sure how well the
pie iron would go over. They also make a round one and a double one. I
also ordered a large pie iron storage bag that will hopefully hold all of
these things.

I did see a corn popper for sale but at almost $30, I passed that by. What
else can be cooked with a fire pit? Ours has a domed safety lid sort of
thing over it so I am thinking that things like hobo packets or baked
potatoes might not work unless perhaps we could put them on top of that.
And I had thought one could do corn on the cob but saw no instructions on
how to do it.

I actually don't know the particulars of the pit just yet. They will show
us how to use it. But progress has been slower than expected due to
unexpected rain again and again.

He did point out that there is room at the back for a BBQ but we agreed that
we likely wouldn't use one. Not sure how much use the pit will get aside
from a time or two for the novelty of it all. Especially with our frequent
burn bans. But... The eyesore of a playground is gone and now we have some
grown up stuff back there that looks really nice. His friend made 4 rustic
benches out of logs and there are copper looking tiki torches all around.
Pics soon, I hope.

Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that could be
cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set of rarely used
fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log tongs or something,
specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said to keep a bucket of water
nearby.

Thanks!

On 5/19/2016 5:01 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
> I think our fire pit is almost done.
(snip)
Oh and a bucket. He said to keep a
> bucket of water nearby.

It'd be wise to keep an authentic, modern and appropriately sized fire
extinguisher close at hand instead of relying on a bucket of water.

Sky

================================
Kitchen Rule #1 - Use the timer!
Kitchen Rule #2 - Cook's choice!
================================

On 5/19/2016 4:01 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
> I think our fire pit is almost done. And yes, I will post pics of it
> when it is. They are back there now building us a wood rack and cutting
> up whatever wood from the old play structure that can be used for
> burning. They said that we won't need to buy any for a long time.
>
> I already bought long sticks for marshmallows and a fork for wieners.
> Have since ordered another fork, a single square pie iron and a pie iron
> cookbook. The fire pit is for use by the teens. I wasn't sure how well
> the pie iron would go over. They also make a round one and a double
> one. I also ordered a large pie iron storage bag that will hopefully
> hold all of these things.
>
> I did see a corn popper for sale but at almost $30, I passed that by.
> What else can be cooked with a fire pit? Ours has a domed safety lid
> sort of thing over it so I am thinking that things like hobo packets or
> baked potatoes might not work unless perhaps we could put them on top of
> that. And I had thought one could do corn on the cob but saw no
> instructions on how to do it.
>
> I actually don't know the particulars of the pit just yet. They will
> show us how to use it. But progress has been slower than expected due
> to unexpected rain again and again.
>
> He did point out that there is room at the back for a BBQ but we agreed
> that we likely wouldn't use one. Not sure how much use the pit will get
> aside from a time or two for the novelty of it all. Especially with our
> frequent burn bans. But... The eyesore of a playground is gone and now
> we have some grown up stuff back there that looks really nice. His
> friend made 4 rustic benches out of logs and there are copper looking
> tiki torches all around. Pics soon, I hope.
>
> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that could
> be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set of
> rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log tongs or
> something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said to keep a
> bucket of water nearby.
>
> Thanks!


Outstanding project, you should have a great time with it.

Here are some things that might make using it for cooking out a lot of fun:

http://spitjack.com/category/ROTISSERIES.html

http://spitjack.com/category/GRILLS-BBQ.html

http://www.amazon.com/Grizzly-Spit-L.../dp/B0002GWW80

http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/pr...es-tripods.jsp

Not sure how and which of these would work with your domed cover, but
there are a lot of options in these links, so dig in!

Beats using an old refrigerator metal grille...

On Thursday, May 19, 2016 at 4:31:12 PM UTC-6, Sky wrote:
> On 5/19/2016 5:01 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
> > I think our fire pit is almost done.
> (snip)
> Oh and a bucket. He said to keep a
> > bucket of water nearby.
>
> It'd be wise to keep an authentic, modern and appropriately sized fire
> extinguisher close at hand instead of relying on a bucket of water.
>
> Sky
>
> ================================
> Kitchen Rule #1 - Use the timer!
> Kitchen Rule #2 - Cook's choice!
> ================================

Not to worry...there will be very little food cooked on it to flare up. Nobody would eat it anyway. Just another expensive toy.
Besides there might be a mosquito out there in the outback. Yikes!!

Julie Bove wrote in rec.food.cooking:

> I think our fire pit is almost done. And yes, I will post pics of it
> when it is. They are back there now building us a wood rack and
> cutting up whatever wood from the old play structure that can be used
> for burning. They said that we won't need to buy any for a long time.
>
> I already bought long sticks for marshmallows and a fork for wieners.
> Have since ordered another fork, a single square pie iron and a pie
> iron cookbook. The fire pit is for use by the teens. I wasn't sure
> how well the pie iron would go over. They also make a round one and
> a double one. I also ordered a large pie iron storage bag that will
> hopefully hold all of these things.
>
> I did see a corn popper for sale but at almost $30, I passed that by.
> What else can be cooked with a fire pit? Ours has a domed safety lid
> sort of thing over it so I am thinking that things like hobo packets
> or baked potatoes might not work unless perhaps we could put them on
> top of that. And I had thought one could do corn on the cob but saw
> no instructions on how to do it.
>
> I actually don't know the particulars of the pit just yet. They will
> show us how to use it. But progress has been slower than expected
> due to unexpected rain again and again.
>
> He did point out that there is room at the back for a BBQ but we
> agreed that we likely wouldn't use one. Not sure how much use the
> pit will get aside from a time or two for the novelty of it all.
> Especially with our frequent burn bans. But... The eyesore of a
> playground is gone and now we have some grown up stuff back there
> that looks really nice. His friend made 4 rustic benches out of logs
> and there are copper looking tiki torches all around. Pics soon, I
> hope.
>
> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that
> could be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set
> of rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log
> tongs or something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said
> to keep a bucket of water nearby.
>
> Thanks!

Yes, the wood from the old playground material is apt to be PT
(pre-treated). It had carcinogens that may be safe enough outside for
heat, but not for cooking over.

Carol

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> all-night orgy, 70's style.
>
> -sw
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On Thu, 19 May 2016 19:02:18 -0500, "cshenk" > wrote:

>Julie Bove wrote in rec.food.cooking:
>
>> I think our fire pit is almost done. And yes, I will post pics of it
>> when it is. They are back there now building us a wood rack and
>> cutting up whatever wood from the old play structure that can be used
>> for burning. They said that we won't need to buy any for a long time.
>>
>> I already bought long sticks for marshmallows and a fork for wieners.
>> Have since ordered another fork, a single square pie iron and a pie
>> iron cookbook. The fire pit is for use by the teens. I wasn't sure
>> how well the pie iron would go over. They also make a round one and
>> a double one. I also ordered a large pie iron storage bag that will
>> hopefully hold all of these things.
>>
>> I did see a corn popper for sale but at almost $30, I passed that by.
>> What else can be cooked with a fire pit? Ours has a domed safety lid
>> sort of thing over it so I am thinking that things like hobo packets
>> or baked potatoes might not work unless perhaps we could put them on
>> top of that. And I had thought one could do corn on the cob but saw
>> no instructions on how to do it.
>>
>> I actually don't know the particulars of the pit just yet. They will
>> show us how to use it. But progress has been slower than expected
>> due to unexpected rain again and again.
>>
>> He did point out that there is room at the back for a BBQ but we
>> agreed that we likely wouldn't use one. Not sure how much use the
>> pit will get aside from a time or two for the novelty of it all.
>> Especially with our frequent burn bans. But... The eyesore of a
>> playground is gone and now we have some grown up stuff back there
>> that looks really nice. His friend made 4 rustic benches out of logs
>> and there are copper looking tiki torches all around. Pics soon, I
>> hope.
>>
>> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that
>> could be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set
>> of rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log
>> tongs or something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said
>> to keep a bucket of water nearby.
>>
>> Thanks!
>
>Yes, the wood from the old playground material is apt to be PT
>(pre-treated). It had carcinogens that may be safe enough outside for
>heat, but not for cooking over.

+1

You should never use old construction materials or other such wood for
cooking. In fact, you aren't even supposed to burn that stuff at all.
It's supposed to be disposed of with your ordinary trash collection.

If you want a fire to cook on, you should use cut and split hardwood,
like maple, ash, etc. Pressure treated wood contains preservatives
that can be harmful if inhaled.

Doris

"Orographic" > wrote in message
...
> On 5/19/2016 4:01 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>> I think our fire pit is almost done. And yes, I will post pics of it
>> when it is. They are back there now building us a wood rack and cutting
>> up whatever wood from the old play structure that can be used for
>> burning. They said that we won't need to buy any for a long time.
>>
>> I already bought long sticks for marshmallows and a fork for wieners.
>> Have since ordered another fork, a single square pie iron and a pie iron
>> cookbook. The fire pit is for use by the teens. I wasn't sure how well
>> the pie iron would go over. They also make a round one and a double
>> one. I also ordered a large pie iron storage bag that will hopefully
>> hold all of these things.
>>
>> I did see a corn popper for sale but at almost $30, I passed that by.
>> What else can be cooked with a fire pit? Ours has a domed safety lid
>> sort of thing over it so I am thinking that things like hobo packets or
>> baked potatoes might not work unless perhaps we could put them on top of
>> that. And I had thought one could do corn on the cob but saw no
>> instructions on how to do it.
>>
>> I actually don't know the particulars of the pit just yet. They will
>> show us how to use it. But progress has been slower than expected due
>> to unexpected rain again and again.
>>
>> He did point out that there is room at the back for a BBQ but we agreed
>> that we likely wouldn't use one. Not sure how much use the pit will get
>> aside from a time or two for the novelty of it all. Especially with our
>> frequent burn bans. But... The eyesore of a playground is gone and now
>> we have some grown up stuff back there that looks really nice. His
>> friend made 4 rustic benches out of logs and there are copper looking
>> tiki torches all around. Pics soon, I hope.
>>
>> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that could
>> be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set of
>> rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log tongs or
>> something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said to keep a
>> bucket of water nearby.
>>
>> Thanks!
>
>
> Outstanding project, you should have a great time with it.
>
> Here are some things that might make using it for cooking out a lot of
> fun:
>
> http://spitjack.com/category/ROTISSERIES.html
>
> http://spitjack.com/category/GRILLS-BBQ.html
>
> http://www.amazon.com/Grizzly-Spit-L.../dp/B0002GWW80
>
> http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/pr...es-tripods.jsp
>
> Not sure how and which of these would work with your domed cover, but
> there are a lot of options in these links, so dig in!
>
> Beats using an old refrigerator metal grille...

We don't want an actual BBQ or a rotisserie. Don't think a grate would work
either. But thanks.

"Roy" > wrote in message
...
> On Thursday, May 19, 2016 at 4:31:12 PM UTC-6, Sky wrote:
>> On 5/19/2016 5:01 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>> > I think our fire pit is almost done.
>> (snip)
>> Oh and a bucket. He said to keep a
>> > bucket of water nearby.
>>
>> It'd be wise to keep an authentic, modern and appropriately sized fire
>> extinguisher close at hand instead of relying on a bucket of water.
>>
>> Sky
>>
>> ================================
>> Kitchen Rule #1 - Use the timer!
>> Kitchen Rule #2 - Cook's choice!
>> ================================
>
> Not to worry...there will be very little food cooked on it to flare up.
> Nobody would eat it anyway. Just another expensive toy.
> Besides there might be a mosquito out there in the outback. Yikes!!

Wasn't expensive at all. The company I hired is very reasonable.
Regardless of what we put back there, it would likely get little use as none
of us are outdoorsy. But this is probably the least expensive of the
options. Also, read this link. None pictured are exactly like ours. But
it is somewhat like number 12 and has a domed, protective top.

http://www.hgtv.com/design/outdoor-d...ire-pit-safety

"cshenk" > wrote in message
...
> Julie Bove wrote in rec.food.cooking:
>
>> I think our fire pit is almost done. And yes, I will post pics of it
>> when it is. They are back there now building us a wood rack and
>> cutting up whatever wood from the old play structure that can be used
>> for burning. They said that we won't need to buy any for a long time.
>>
>> I already bought long sticks for marshmallows and a fork for wieners.
>> Have since ordered another fork, a single square pie iron and a pie
>> iron cookbook. The fire pit is for use by the teens. I wasn't sure
>> how well the pie iron would go over. They also make a round one and
>> a double one. I also ordered a large pie iron storage bag that will
>> hopefully hold all of these things.
>>
>> I did see a corn popper for sale but at almost $30, I passed that by.
>> What else can be cooked with a fire pit? Ours has a domed safety lid
>> sort of thing over it so I am thinking that things like hobo packets
>> or baked potatoes might not work unless perhaps we could put them on
>> top of that. And I had thought one could do corn on the cob but saw
>> no instructions on how to do it.
>>
>> I actually don't know the particulars of the pit just yet. They will
>> show us how to use it. But progress has been slower than expected
>> due to unexpected rain again and again.
>>
>> He did point out that there is room at the back for a BBQ but we
>> agreed that we likely wouldn't use one. Not sure how much use the
>> pit will get aside from a time or two for the novelty of it all.
>> Especially with our frequent burn bans. But... The eyesore of a
>> playground is gone and now we have some grown up stuff back there
>> that looks really nice. His friend made 4 rustic benches out of logs
>> and there are copper looking tiki torches all around. Pics soon, I
>> hope.
>>
>> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that
>> could be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set
>> of rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log
>> tongs or something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said
>> to keep a bucket of water nearby.
>>
>> Thanks!
>
> Yes, the wood from the old playground material is apt to be PT
> (pre-treated). It had carcinogens that may be safe enough outside for
> heat, but not for cooking over.

It's not all pre-treated. The people who owned this house prior did not do
things well and I think they likely did the work themselves. He is hauling
away anything unsafe to burn.

"Doris Night" > wrote in message
...
> On Thu, 19 May 2016 19:02:18 -0500, "cshenk" > wrote:
>
>>Julie Bove wrote in rec.food.cooking:
>>
>>> I think our fire pit is almost done. And yes, I will post pics of it
>>> when it is. They are back there now building us a wood rack and
>>> cutting up whatever wood from the old play structure that can be used
>>> for burning. They said that we won't need to buy any for a long time.
>>>
>>> I already bought long sticks for marshmallows and a fork for wieners.
>>> Have since ordered another fork, a single square pie iron and a pie
>>> iron cookbook. The fire pit is for use by the teens. I wasn't sure
>>> how well the pie iron would go over. They also make a round one and
>>> a double one. I also ordered a large pie iron storage bag that will
>>> hopefully hold all of these things.
>>>
>>> I did see a corn popper for sale but at almost $30, I passed that by.
>>> What else can be cooked with a fire pit? Ours has a domed safety lid
>>> sort of thing over it so I am thinking that things like hobo packets
>>> or baked potatoes might not work unless perhaps we could put them on
>>> top of that. And I had thought one could do corn on the cob but saw
>>> no instructions on how to do it.
>>>
>>> I actually don't know the particulars of the pit just yet. They will
>>> show us how to use it. But progress has been slower than expected
>>> due to unexpected rain again and again.
>>>
>>> He did point out that there is room at the back for a BBQ but we
>>> agreed that we likely wouldn't use one. Not sure how much use the
>>> pit will get aside from a time or two for the novelty of it all.
>>> Especially with our frequent burn bans. But... The eyesore of a
>>> playground is gone and now we have some grown up stuff back there
>>> that looks really nice. His friend made 4 rustic benches out of logs
>>> and there are copper looking tiki torches all around. Pics soon, I
>>> hope.
>>>
>>> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that
>>> could be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set
>>> of rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log
>>> tongs or something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said
>>> to keep a bucket of water nearby.
>>>
>>> Thanks!
>>
>>Yes, the wood from the old playground material is apt to be PT
>>(pre-treated). It had carcinogens that may be safe enough outside for
>>heat, but not for cooking over.
>
> +1
>
> You should never use old construction materials or other such wood for
> cooking. In fact, you aren't even supposed to burn that stuff at all.
> It's supposed to be disposed of with your ordinary trash collection.
>
> If you want a fire to cook on, you should use cut and split hardwood,
> like maple, ash, etc. Pressure treated wood contains preservatives
> that can be harmful if inhaled.

We will not burn any that was pressure treated or even painted. I used to
sell lumber among other things so I know what pressure treated looks like.
Some of what they used was not pressure treated. Particularly the stupid
and mainly little decorative fences that went everywhere and the steps to
nowhere. He left the fence around the back edges. Not sure if that will
stay up or not. A real fence does border it so it's not really noticeable.
They also built a big structure that was like a tree house minus the tree.
It had been lighted at some point but wasn't when we moved in. It had a
huge, domed metal lid that made a spectacular sound, once removed and
knocked over by the wind. There was a purchased slide and steps for it on
either side of this monster. I believe the only portion of this that was
pressure treated was the posts. The platform, sides and many odd,
decorative things on it were not. Not sure where they were going with that.
They built like little trays or boxes or something and attached them. Made
no sense to us.

"Sqwertz" > wrote in message
...
> On Thu, 19 May 2016 15:01:39 -0700, Julie Bove wrote:
>
>> I think our fire pit is almost done. And yes, I will post pics of it
>> when
>> it is. They are back there now building us a wood rack and cutting up
>> whatever wood from the old play structure that can be used for burning.
>> They said that we won't need to buy any for a long time.
>
> You don't want to cook food over that shit. That wood is most
> definitely treated.

As I said to the others, much of it is not treated.
>
> And what good is a fire pit if it won't be used to cook dead animals?
> Boooooooring.

Mainly there to fill the space. Our backyard consists of a large deck that
borders two sides of the house. A 400 sq. ft. back house, grass of about
the same proportions and the play area and now defunct strawberry patch that
is at least that large. There was also a dog run with house and a paved
trail that goes behind the back house.

I wish I had taken a pic of the play area so I could show how stupid it was.
There was one level with the strawberry patch. Up one level was a swingset
with three swings. Up a level from that was some sort of climbing tube.
And up another level and off to the side was the giant tree house like
structure. There was no tree but it attached to a clothesline that was
taken down when the house was painted. Underneath was a sandbox. Much of
this was made poorly and used untreated wood. Just as much of our deck was
untreated wood but that wood was painted so we will not be burning that.

Angela has mentioned S'Mores to me many times. Apparently most people like
them. I am not one of those people. And yes, I know that they can be made
in the microwave or over a stove burner. But she wanted to make them over a
fire pit. And now she can. She also likes to eat hot dogs once in a while
as does my husband. But I rarely buy them. I know they are cheap but not
necessarily healthy. Yes, I can get the uncured beef ones that are likely
more healthy but not at all cheap. At any rate, we'll now have a novelty.
A really good looking novelty. And for that, I am happy.
>
>> He did point out that there is room at the back for a BBQ but we agreed
>> that
>> we likely wouldn't use one. Not sure how much use the pit will get aside
>> from a time or two for the novelty of it all. Especially with our
>> frequent
>> burn bans. But... The eyesore of a playground is gone and now we have
>> some
>> grown up stuff back there that looks really nice. His friend made 4
>> rustic
>> benches out of logs and there are copper looking tiki torches all around.
>> Pics soon, I hope.
>
> Sounds like the perfect setup for inviting all your swinging neighbors
> over for an all-night orgy, 70's style.
>
> -sw

On Thu, 19 May 2016 19:02:18 -0500, "cshenk" > wrote:

> Yes, the wood from the old playground material is apt to be PT
> (pre-treated). It had carcinogens that may be safe enough outside for
> heat, but not for cooking over.

My thought too.

--

sf

"sf" > wrote in message
...
> On Thu, 19 May 2016 19:02:18 -0500, "cshenk" > wrote:
>
>> Yes, the wood from the old playground material is apt to be PT
>> (pre-treated). It had carcinogens that may be safe enough outside for
>> heat, but not for cooking over.
>
> My thought too.

We're not saving any pressure treated.

On 5/19/2016 5:39 PM, Roy wrote:
> On Thursday, May 19, 2016 at 4:31:12 PM UTC-6, Sky wrote:
>> On 5/19/2016 5:01 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>>> I think our fire pit is almost done.
>> (snip)
>> Oh and a bucket. He said to keep a
>>> bucket of water nearby.
>>
>> It'd be wise to keep an authentic, modern and appropriately sized fire
>> extinguisher close at hand instead of relying on a bucket of water.
>
> Not to worry...there will be very little food cooked on it to flare up. Nobody would eat it anyway. Just another expensive toy.
> Besides there might be a mosquito out there in the outback. Yikes!!

Good predictions on point! Yep, it's SOP when something like this
regards the "universe" of bothell! Go figure.

Sky

================================
Kitchen Rule #1 - Use the timer!
Kitchen Rule #2 - Cook's choice!
================================

On 5/20/2016 12:39 AM, Julie Bove wrote:
>
> "Orographic" > wrote in message
> ...
>> On 5/19/2016 4:01 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>>> I think our fire pit is almost done. And yes, I will post pics of it
>>> when it is. They are back there now building us a wood rack and cutting
>>> up whatever wood from the old play structure that can be used for
>>> burning. They said that we won't need to buy any for a long time.
>>>
>>> I already bought long sticks for marshmallows and a fork for wieners.
>>> Have since ordered another fork, a single square pie iron and a pie iron
>>> cookbook. The fire pit is for use by the teens. I wasn't sure how well
>>> the pie iron would go over. They also make a round one and a double
>>> one. I also ordered a large pie iron storage bag that will hopefully
>>> hold all of these things.
>>>
>>> I did see a corn popper for sale but at almost $30, I passed that by.
>>> What else can be cooked with a fire pit? Ours has a domed safety lid
>>> sort of thing over it so I am thinking that things like hobo packets or
>>> baked potatoes might not work unless perhaps we could put them on top of
>>> that. And I had thought one could do corn on the cob but saw no
>>> instructions on how to do it.
>>>
>>> I actually don't know the particulars of the pit just yet. They will
>>> show us how to use it. But progress has been slower than expected due
>>> to unexpected rain again and again.
>>>
>>> He did point out that there is room at the back for a BBQ but we agreed
>>> that we likely wouldn't use one. Not sure how much use the pit will get
>>> aside from a time or two for the novelty of it all. Especially with our
>>> frequent burn bans. But... The eyesore of a playground is gone and now
>>> we have some grown up stuff back there that looks really nice. His
>>> friend made 4 rustic benches out of logs and there are copper looking
>>> tiki torches all around. Pics soon, I hope.
>>>
>>> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that could
>>> be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set of
>>> rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log tongs or
>>> something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said to keep a
>>> bucket of water nearby.
>>>
>>> Thanks!
>>
>>
>> Outstanding project, you should have a great time with it.
>>
>> Here are some things that might make using it for cooking out a lot of
>> fun:
>>
>> http://spitjack.com/category/ROTISSERIES.html
>>
>> http://spitjack.com/category/GRILLS-BBQ.html
>>
>> http://www.amazon.com/Grizzly-Spit-L.../dp/B0002GWW80
>>
>> http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/pr...es-tripods.jsp
>>
>> Not sure how and which of these would work with your domed cover, but
>> there are a lot of options in these links, so dig in!
>>
>> Beats using an old refrigerator metal grille...
>
> We don't want an actual BBQ or a rotisserie. Don't think a grate would
> work either. But thanks.

You're welcome, I had a feeling that even if I researched this to the
Nth degree the answer would be a flat no.

Same as it ever is.

On 5/20/2016 12:57 AM, Julie Bove wrote:
>
> As I said... We are often under a burn ban so I already expect it not
> to get much use, but I am sure it will be fun for the teens.

Why?

Are they going to violate the burn ban, or just burn some blunts and hang?

On 5/20/2016 1:27 AM, Julie Bove wrote:
>
> "Sqwertz" > wrote in message
> ...
>> On Thu, 19 May 2016 15:01:39 -0700, Julie Bove wrote:
>>
>>> I think our fire pit is almost done. And yes, I will post pics of it
>>> when
>>> it is. They are back there now building us a wood rack and cutting up
>>> whatever wood from the old play structure that can be used for burning.
>>> They said that we won't need to buy any for a long time.
>>
>> You don't want to cook food over that shit. That wood is most
>> definitely treated.
>
> As I said to the others, much of it is not treated.

Why the **** are you talking to the abuser who STALKS and BULLIES you?

Do you groove so much on being insulted that you want to feed than fat
*******'s ego????

You need some mental counseling, dear.

You might want to check with your local fire dept about using your fire pit.. In my area you need a fire permit, even for a little metal pit for s'mores. If I want to use mine on Thursday, I must go in person to the fire house on Wednesday and get a permit which is good for one day only. Or I can get a seasonal permit if I want to use it more often. However, in both cases, either one day or everyday, in addition to needing a permit I must call the fire dept everyday to inquire if I can burn today. Their answer depends on local fire conditions. In either case, there is absolutely no fire allowed before 3 pm. EVER! So if I wanted to make a couple s'mores or a hot dog at noon, nope, not allowed. There are smoke towers with people looking for smoke during the day and if they see any it is reported to the local fire dept and they will come out to my house with a warning or a fine.

We are in a drought situation at the moment, however this law is in effect permanently. Permit needed, daily verbal permission, no fires before 3pm. This doesn't pertain to gas/charcoal grills. Kinda takes the fun out of having a firepit, although I completely understand the reasoning. I'm sure circumstances vary by state.

Denise in NH

On 5/20/2016 10:41 AM, wrote:
> You might want to check with your local fire dept about using your fire pit. In my area you need a fire permit, even for a little metal pit for s'mores. If I want to use mine on Thursday, I must go in person to the fire house on Wednesday and get a permit which is good for one day only. Or I can get a seasonal permit if I want to use it more often. However, in both cases, either one day or everyday, in addition to needing a permit I must call the fire dept everyday to inquire if I can burn today. Their answer depends on local fire conditions. In either case, there is absolutely no fire allowed before 3 pm. EVER! So if I wanted to make a couple s'mores or a hot dog at noon, nope, not allowed. There are smoke towers with people looking for smoke during the day and if they see any it is reported to the local fire dept and they will come out to my house with a warning or a fine.
>
> We are in a drought situation at the moment, however this law is in effect permanently. Permit needed, daily verbal permission, no fires before 3pm. This doesn't pertain to gas/charcoal grills. Kinda takes the fun out of having a firepit, although I completely understand the reasoning. I'm sure circumstances vary by state.
>
> Denise in NH
>

Wow.

And this from a state with the motto - "live free or die"?

Do you need permits for toenail clippers too???

The least coast is in an active war against individual liberties of epic
proportions!

On 5/20/2016 10:50 AM, Sqwertz wrote:
> <rolling eyes> Did you used to write about lumber, too?
>
> -sw

Are you still //begging// for someone to KILL you?

Oh puleeeeze, let the sniper begin NOW!

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"Orographic" > wrote in message
...
> On 5/20/2016 12:39 AM, Julie Bove wrote:
>>
>> "Orographic" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> On 5/19/2016 4:01 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>>>> I think our fire pit is almost done. And yes, I will post pics of it
>>>> when it is. They are back there now building us a wood rack and
>>>> cutting
>>>> up whatever wood from the old play structure that can be used for
>>>> burning. They said that we won't need to buy any for a long time.
>>>>
>>>> I already bought long sticks for marshmallows and a fork for wieners.
>>>> Have since ordered another fork, a single square pie iron and a pie
>>>> iron
>>>> cookbook. The fire pit is for use by the teens. I wasn't sure how
>>>> well
>>>> the pie iron would go over. They also make a round one and a double
>>>> one. I also ordered a large pie iron storage bag that will hopefully
>>>> hold all of these things.
>>>>
>>>> I did see a corn popper for sale but at almost $30, I passed that by.
>>>> What else can be cooked with a fire pit? Ours has a domed safety lid
>>>> sort of thing over it so I am thinking that things like hobo packets or
>>>> baked potatoes might not work unless perhaps we could put them on top
>>>> of
>>>> that. And I had thought one could do corn on the cob but saw no
>>>> instructions on how to do it.
>>>>
>>>> I actually don't know the particulars of the pit just yet. They will
>>>> show us how to use it. But progress has been slower than expected due
>>>> to unexpected rain again and again.
>>>>
>>>> He did point out that there is room at the back for a BBQ but we agreed
>>>> that we likely wouldn't use one. Not sure how much use the pit will
>>>> get
>>>> aside from a time or two for the novelty of it all. Especially with
>>>> our
>>>> frequent burn bans. But... The eyesore of a playground is gone and
>>>> now
>>>> we have some grown up stuff back there that looks really nice. His
>>>> friend made 4 rustic benches out of logs and there are copper looking
>>>> tiki torches all around. Pics soon, I hope.
>>>>
>>>> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that could
>>>> be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set of
>>>> rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log tongs or
>>>> something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said to keep a
>>>> bucket of water nearby.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks!
>>>
>>>
>>> Outstanding project, you should have a great time with it.
>>>
>>> Here are some things that might make using it for cooking out a lot of
>>> fun:
>>>
>>> http://spitjack.com/category/ROTISSERIES.html
>>>
>>> http://spitjack.com/category/GRILLS-BBQ.html
>>>
>>> http://www.amazon.com/Grizzly-Spit-L.../dp/B0002GWW80
>>>
>>> http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/pr...es-tripods.jsp
>>>
>>> Not sure how and which of these would work with your domed cover, but
>>> there are a lot of options in these links, so dig in!
>>>
>>> Beats using an old refrigerator metal grille...
>>
>> We don't want an actual BBQ or a rotisserie. Don't think a grate would
>> work either. But thanks.
>
> You're welcome, I had a feeling that even if I researched this to the Nth
> degree the answer would be a flat no.
>
> Same as it ever is.

I did specifically say that we didn't want a BBQ.

> wrote in message
...
You might want to check with your local fire dept about using your fire pit.
In my area you need a fire permit, even for a little metal pit for s'mores.
If I want to use mine on Thursday, I must go in person to the fire house on
Wednesday and get a permit which is good for one day only. Or I can get a
seasonal permit if I want to use it more often. However, in both cases,
either one day or everyday, in addition to needing a permit I must call the
fire dept everyday to inquire if I can burn today. Their answer depends on
local fire conditions. In either case, there is absolutely no fire allowed
before 3 pm. EVER! So if I wanted to make a couple s'mores or a hot dog at
noon, nope, not allowed. There are smoke towers with people looking for
smoke during the day and if they see any it is reported to the local fire
dept and they will come out to my house with a warning or a fine.

We are in a drought situation at the moment, however this law is in effect
permanently. Permit needed, daily verbal permission, no fires before 3pm.
This doesn't pertain to gas/charcoal grills. Kinda takes the fun out of
having a firepit, although I completely understand the reasoning. I'm sure
circumstances vary by state.

Denise in NH

---

No need. We have a fire fighter in the family. No permit needed.

"Sqwertz" > wrote in message
...
> On Fri, 20 May 2016 00:17:11 -0700, Julie Bove wrote:
>
>> We will not burn any that was pressure treated or even painted. I used
>> to
>> sell lumber among other things so I know what pressure treated looks
>> like.
>
> <rolling eyes> Did you used to write about lumber, too?

Not that I can recall.

On 5/20/2016 1:45 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>
> "Orographic" > wrote in message
> ...
>> On 5/20/2016 12:39 AM, Julie Bove wrote:
>>>
>>> "Orographic" > wrote in message
>>> ...
>>>> On 5/19/2016 4:01 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>>>>> I think our fire pit is almost done. And yes, I will post pics of it
>>>>> when it is. They are back there now building us a wood rack and
>>>>> cutting
>>>>> up whatever wood from the old play structure that can be used for
>>>>> burning. They said that we won't need to buy any for a long time.
>>>>>
>>>>> I already bought long sticks for marshmallows and a fork for wieners.
>>>>> Have since ordered another fork, a single square pie iron and a pie
>>>>> iron
>>>>> cookbook. The fire pit is for use by the teens. I wasn't sure how
>>>>> well
>>>>> the pie iron would go over. They also make a round one and a double
>>>>> one. I also ordered a large pie iron storage bag that will hopefully
>>>>> hold all of these things.
>>>>>
>>>>> I did see a corn popper for sale but at almost $30, I passed that by.
>>>>> What else can be cooked with a fire pit? Ours has a domed safety lid
>>>>> sort of thing over it so I am thinking that things like hobo
>>>>> packets or
>>>>> baked potatoes might not work unless perhaps we could put them on
>>>>> top of
>>>>> that. And I had thought one could do corn on the cob but saw no
>>>>> instructions on how to do it.
>>>>>
>>>>> I actually don't know the particulars of the pit just yet. They will
>>>>> show us how to use it. But progress has been slower than expected due
>>>>> to unexpected rain again and again.
>>>>>
>>>>> He did point out that there is room at the back for a BBQ but we
>>>>> agreed
>>>>> that we likely wouldn't use one. Not sure how much use the pit
>>>>> will get
>>>>> aside from a time or two for the novelty of it all. Especially
>>>>> with our
>>>>> frequent burn bans. But... The eyesore of a playground is gone
>>>>> and now
>>>>> we have some grown up stuff back there that looks really nice. His
>>>>> friend made 4 rustic benches out of logs and there are copper looking
>>>>> tiki torches all around. Pics soon, I hope.
>>>>>
>>>>> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that could
>>>>> be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set of
>>>>> rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log
>>>>> tongs or
>>>>> something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said to keep a
>>>>> bucket of water nearby.
>>>>>
>>>>> Thanks!
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Outstanding project, you should have a great time with it.
>>>>
>>>> Here are some things that might make using it for cooking out a lot of
>>>> fun:
>>>>
>>>> http://spitjack.com/category/ROTISSERIES.html
>>>>
>>>> http://spitjack.com/category/GRILLS-BBQ.html
>>>>
>>>> http://www.amazon.com/Grizzly-Spit-L.../dp/B0002GWW80
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/pr...es-tripods.jsp
>>>>
>>>> Not sure how and which of these would work with your domed cover, but
>>>> there are a lot of options in these links, so dig in!
>>>>
>>>> Beats using an old refrigerator metal grille...
>>>
>>> We don't want an actual BBQ or a rotisserie. Don't think a grate would
>>> work either. But thanks.
>>
>> You're welcome, I had a feeling that even if I researched this to the
>> Nth degree the answer would be a flat no.
>>
>> Same as it ever is.
>
> I did specifically say that we didn't want a BBQ.

You also specifically said you were looking for:

"anything I have missed in terms of food that could
be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed?"

And if you go through those links you will find grates that could be
used to hold food in foil packets, or to grill directly.

Backtrack those links and you will find a wealth of cool fire pit tools.

Of course the most obvious would be a Lodge cast iron dutch oven.

I also would not be so quick to toss out the idea of some kind of spit
or rotisserie.

Ah, and one other suggestion, the real Northwestern and Alaska way to
cook salmon:

http://indiancountrytodaymedianetwor...ire-pit-149436

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1UOdg9B2Y8

On Thu, 19 May 2016 23:22:17 -0400, Doris Night
> wrote:

>On Thu, 19 May 2016 19:02:18 -0500, "cshenk" > wrote:
>
>>Julie Bove wrote in rec.food.cooking:
>>
>>> I think our fire pit is almost done. And yes, I will post pics of it
>>> when it is. They are back there now building us a wood rack and
>>> cutting up whatever wood from the old play structure that can be used
>>> for burning. They said that we won't need to buy any for a long time.
>>>
>>> I already bought long sticks for marshmallows and a fork for wieners.
>>> Have since ordered another fork, a single square pie iron and a pie
>>> iron cookbook. The fire pit is for use by the teens. I wasn't sure
>>> how well the pie iron would go over. They also make a round one and
>>> a double one. I also ordered a large pie iron storage bag that will
>>> hopefully hold all of these things.
>>>
>>> I did see a corn popper for sale but at almost $30, I passed that by.
>>> What else can be cooked with a fire pit? Ours has a domed safety lid
>>> sort of thing over it so I am thinking that things like hobo packets
>>> or baked potatoes might not work unless perhaps we could put them on
>>> top of that. And I had thought one could do corn on the cob but saw
>>> no instructions on how to do it.
>>>
>>> I actually don't know the particulars of the pit just yet. They will
>>> show us how to use it. But progress has been slower than expected
>>> due to unexpected rain again and again.
>>>
>>> He did point out that there is room at the back for a BBQ but we
>>> agreed that we likely wouldn't use one. Not sure how much use the
>>> pit will get aside from a time or two for the novelty of it all.
>>> Especially with our frequent burn bans. But... The eyesore of a
>>> playground is gone and now we have some grown up stuff back there
>>> that looks really nice. His friend made 4 rustic benches out of logs
>>> and there are copper looking tiki torches all around. Pics soon, I
>>> hope.
>>>
>>> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that
>>> could be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set
>>> of rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log
>>> tongs or something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said
>>> to keep a bucket of water nearby.
>>>
>>> Thanks!
>>
>>Yes, the wood from the old playground material is apt to be PT
>>(pre-treated). It had carcinogens that may be safe enough outside for
>>heat, but not for cooking over.
>
>+1
>
>You should never use old construction materials or other such wood for
>cooking. In fact, you aren't even supposed to burn that stuff at all.
>It's supposed to be disposed of with your ordinary trash collection.

Very true, it's illegal to burn construction lumber in NYS

>If you want a fire to cook on, you should use cut and split hardwood,
>like maple, ash, etc. Pressure treated wood contains preservatives
>that can be harmful if inhaled.

I have several old crabapple trees growing at the edge of the woods,
when I prune them I save the limbs for meat smoking. Someone must've
planted them many years ago (probably critters). I trim the lower
branches so I can get under with the tractor. I give most to a
neighbor who smokes venison.

"Orographic" > wrote in message
...
> On 5/20/2016 1:45 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>>
>> "Orographic" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> On 5/20/2016 12:39 AM, Julie Bove wrote:
>>>>
>>>> "Orographic" > wrote in message
>>>> ...
>>>>> On 5/19/2016 4:01 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>>>>>> I think our fire pit is almost done. And yes, I will post pics of it
>>>>>> when it is. They are back there now building us a wood rack and
>>>>>> cutting
>>>>>> up whatever wood from the old play structure that can be used for
>>>>>> burning. They said that we won't need to buy any for a long time.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> I already bought long sticks for marshmallows and a fork for wieners.
>>>>>> Have since ordered another fork, a single square pie iron and a pie
>>>>>> iron
>>>>>> cookbook. The fire pit is for use by the teens. I wasn't sure how
>>>>>> well
>>>>>> the pie iron would go over. They also make a round one and a double
>>>>>> one. I also ordered a large pie iron storage bag that will hopefully
>>>>>> hold all of these things.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> I did see a corn popper for sale but at almost $30, I passed that by.
>>>>>> What else can be cooked with a fire pit? Ours has a domed safety lid
>>>>>> sort of thing over it so I am thinking that things like hobo
>>>>>> packets or
>>>>>> baked potatoes might not work unless perhaps we could put them on
>>>>>> top of
>>>>>> that. And I had thought one could do corn on the cob but saw no
>>>>>> instructions on how to do it.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> I actually don't know the particulars of the pit just yet. They will
>>>>>> show us how to use it. But progress has been slower than expected
>>>>>> due
>>>>>> to unexpected rain again and again.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> He did point out that there is room at the back for a BBQ but we
>>>>>> agreed
>>>>>> that we likely wouldn't use one. Not sure how much use the pit
>>>>>> will get
>>>>>> aside from a time or two for the novelty of it all. Especially
>>>>>> with our
>>>>>> frequent burn bans. But... The eyesore of a playground is gone
>>>>>> and now
>>>>>> we have some grown up stuff back there that looks really nice. His
>>>>>> friend made 4 rustic benches out of logs and there are copper looking
>>>>>> tiki torches all around. Pics soon, I hope.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that
>>>>>> could
>>>>>> be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set of
>>>>>> rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log
>>>>>> tongs or
>>>>>> something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said to keep
>>>>>> a
>>>>>> bucket of water nearby.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Thanks!
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> Outstanding project, you should have a great time with it.
>>>>>
>>>>> Here are some things that might make using it for cooking out a lot of
>>>>> fun:
>>>>>
>>>>> http://spitjack.com/category/ROTISSERIES.html
>>>>>
>>>>> http://spitjack.com/category/GRILLS-BBQ.html
>>>>>
>>>>> http://www.amazon.com/Grizzly-Spit-L.../dp/B0002GWW80
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/pr...es-tripods.jsp
>>>>>
>>>>> Not sure how and which of these would work with your domed cover, but
>>>>> there are a lot of options in these links, so dig in!
>>>>>
>>>>> Beats using an old refrigerator metal grille...
>>>>
>>>> We don't want an actual BBQ or a rotisserie. Don't think a grate would
>>>> work either. But thanks.
>>>
>>> You're welcome, I had a feeling that even if I researched this to the
>>> Nth degree the answer would be a flat no.
>>>
>>> Same as it ever is.
>>
>> I did specifically say that we didn't want a BBQ.
>
> You also specifically said you were looking for:
>
> "anything I have missed in terms of food that could
> be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed?"
>
> And if you go through those links you will find grates that could be used
> to hold food in foil packets, or to grill directly.
>
> Backtrack those links and you will find a wealth of cool fire pit tools.
>
> Of course the most obvious would be a Lodge cast iron dutch oven.
>
> I also would not be so quick to toss out the idea of some kind of spit or
> rotisserie.
>
> Ah, and one other suggestion, the real Northwestern and Alaska way to cook
> salmon:
>
> http://indiancountrytodaymedianetwor...ire-pit-149436
>
> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1UOdg9B2Y8

That may be but nobody in this house eats salmon. I'm also not about to use
cast iron things to cook outside. That seems a tad silly given that I have
a kitchen. I was looking for things that the teens might make. I will look
at the links.

On 5/19/2016 5:01 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
> Fire pit
Here is a page of ideas for cooking on a fire pit. Most of the ideas
are not interesting (IMO), but there are so many that you might some to
be useful.
https://www.pinterest.com/explore/fire-pit-cooking/

MaryL

On 5/19/2016 5:01 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>
>
> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that could
> be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set of
> rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log tongs or
> something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said to keep a
> bucket of water nearby.
>
> Thanks!
We did not have a fire pit, but we used to build a bonfire in our back
yard when I was growing up. We cooked hamburgers, ham patties, hot
dogs, marshmallows, etc. We would also wrap some things in aluminum
foil--corn on the cob, potatoes, chicken and put them in the hot embers
to cook. Most of the fun was just sitting around the fire and enjoying
the companionship. Sometimes we would put a container of baked beans on
the fire. You should be able to do anything in a fire pit that we did
while sitting around an open campfire.

MaryL

On 5/19/2016 7:02 PM, cshenk wrote:
> Julie Bove wrote in rec.food.cooking:
>
>> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that
>> could be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set
>> of rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log
>> tongs or something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said
>> to keep a bucket of water nearby.
>>
>> Thanks!
>
> Yes, the wood from the old playground material is apt to be PT
> (pre-treated). It had carcinogens that may be safe enough outside for
> heat, but not for cooking over.
>
> Carol
>
If you have a garden hose that would reach the fire pit, that would be
better (and safer) than just a bucket of water. Also, Carol's warning
about carcinogens in pre-treated wood is very important. It should
never be used for cooking.

MaryL

On 5/20/2016 5:58 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>
> "Orographic" > wrote in message
> ...
>> On 5/20/2016 1:45 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>>>
>>> "Orographic" > wrote in message
>>> ...
>>>> On 5/20/2016 12:39 AM, Julie Bove wrote:
>>>>>
>>>>> "Orographic" > wrote in message
>>>>> ...
>>>>>> On 5/19/2016 4:01 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>>>>>>> I think our fire pit is almost done. And yes, I will post pics
>>>>>>> of it
>>>>>>> when it is. They are back there now building us a wood rack and
>>>>>>> cutting
>>>>>>> up whatever wood from the old play structure that can be used for
>>>>>>> burning. They said that we won't need to buy any for a long time.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> I already bought long sticks for marshmallows and a fork for
>>>>>>> wieners.
>>>>>>> Have since ordered another fork, a single square pie iron and a pie
>>>>>>> iron
>>>>>>> cookbook. The fire pit is for use by the teens. I wasn't sure how
>>>>>>> well
>>>>>>> the pie iron would go over. They also make a round one and a double
>>>>>>> one. I also ordered a large pie iron storage bag that will
>>>>>>> hopefully
>>>>>>> hold all of these things.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> I did see a corn popper for sale but at almost $30, I passed that
>>>>>>> by.
>>>>>>> What else can be cooked with a fire pit? Ours has a domed safety
>>>>>>> lid
>>>>>>> sort of thing over it so I am thinking that things like hobo
>>>>>>> packets or
>>>>>>> baked potatoes might not work unless perhaps we could put them on
>>>>>>> top of
>>>>>>> that. And I had thought one could do corn on the cob but saw no
>>>>>>> instructions on how to do it.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> I actually don't know the particulars of the pit just yet. They
>>>>>>> will
>>>>>>> show us how to use it. But progress has been slower than
>>>>>>> expected due
>>>>>>> to unexpected rain again and again.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> He did point out that there is room at the back for a BBQ but we
>>>>>>> agreed
>>>>>>> that we likely wouldn't use one. Not sure how much use the pit
>>>>>>> will get
>>>>>>> aside from a time or two for the novelty of it all. Especially
>>>>>>> with our
>>>>>>> frequent burn bans. But... The eyesore of a playground is gone
>>>>>>> and now
>>>>>>> we have some grown up stuff back there that looks really nice. His
>>>>>>> friend made 4 rustic benches out of logs and there are copper
>>>>>>> looking
>>>>>>> tiki torches all around. Pics soon, I hope.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that
>>>>>>> could
>>>>>>> be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set of
>>>>>>> rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log
>>>>>>> tongs or
>>>>>>> something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said to
>>>>>>> keep a
>>>>>>> bucket of water nearby.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Thanks!
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Outstanding project, you should have a great time with it.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Here are some things that might make using it for cooking out a
>>>>>> lot of
>>>>>> fun:
>>>>>>
>>>>>> http://spitjack.com/category/ROTISSERIES.html
>>>>>>
>>>>>> http://spitjack.com/category/GRILLS-BBQ.html
>>>>>>
>>>>>> http://www.amazon.com/Grizzly-Spit-L.../dp/B0002GWW80
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/pr...es-tripods.jsp
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Not sure how and which of these would work with your domed cover, but
>>>>>> there are a lot of options in these links, so dig in!
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Beats using an old refrigerator metal grille...
>>>>>
>>>>> We don't want an actual BBQ or a rotisserie. Don't think a grate
>>>>> would
>>>>> work either. But thanks.
>>>>
>>>> You're welcome, I had a feeling that even if I researched this to the
>>>> Nth degree the answer would be a flat no.
>>>>
>>>> Same as it ever is.
>>>
>>> I did specifically say that we didn't want a BBQ.
>>
>> You also specifically said you were looking for:
>>
>> "anything I have missed in terms of food that could
>> be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed?"
>>
>> And if you go through those links you will find grates that could be
>> used to hold food in foil packets, or to grill directly.
>>
>> Backtrack those links and you will find a wealth of cool fire pit tools.
>>
>> Of course the most obvious would be a Lodge cast iron dutch oven.
>>
>> I also would not be so quick to toss out the idea of some kind of spit
>> or rotisserie.
>>
>> Ah, and one other suggestion, the real Northwestern and Alaska way to
>> cook salmon:
>>
>> http://indiancountrytodaymedianetwor...ire-pit-149436
>>
>>
>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1UOdg9B2Y8
>
> That may be but nobody in this house eats salmon.

Of course not - the same holds for trout, sea bass and halibut?

> I'm also not about to
> use cast iron things to cook outside.

But that's where they shine!

> That seems a tad silly given that
> I have a kitchen.

Well, unless you like being outdoors while cooking.

> I was looking for things that the teens might make.

Teens may surprise you. I bet there is a bong utensil somewhere they
might know of...

> I will look at the links.

Please do, there truly is a wealth of products in there.

Have fun.

"MaryL" > wrote in message
...
> On 5/19/2016 5:01 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>> Fire pit
> Here is a page of ideas for cooking on a fire pit. Most of the ideas are
> not interesting (IMO), but there are so many that you might some to be
> useful.
> https://www.pinterest.com/explore/fire-pit-cooking/
>
> MaryL

Thanks! I could see them wanting to do the stuff in cones.

"MaryL" > wrote in message
...
> On 5/19/2016 5:01 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>>
>>
>> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that could
>> be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set of
>> rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log tongs or
>> something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said to keep a
>> bucket of water nearby.
>>
>> Thanks!
> We did not have a fire pit, but we used to build a bonfire in our back
> yard when I was growing up. We cooked hamburgers, ham patties, hot dogs,
> marshmallows, etc. We would also wrap some things in aluminum foil--corn
> on the cob, potatoes, chicken and put them in the hot embers to cook.
> Most of the fun was just sitting around the fire and enjoying the
> companionship. Sometimes we would put a container of baked beans on the
> fire. You should be able to do anything in a fire pit that we did while
> sitting around an open campfire.
>
> MaryL

Not sure we could access the fire though with the cover. I can't get up
there very easily now to look. The steps have fallen apart. Hopefully he
will rebuild those.

On 5/20/2016 6:43 PM, Sqwertz wrote:
> And now you're denying it?!?!
>
> -sw
Are you still //begging// for someone to KILL you?

Oh puleeeeze, let the sniper begin NOW!

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On 5/20/2016 6:47 PM, MaryL wrote:
> On 5/19/2016 5:01 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>>
>>
>> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that could
>> be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set of
>> rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log tongs or
>> something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said to keep a
>> bucket of water nearby.
>>
>> Thanks!
> We did not have a fire pit, but we used to build a bonfire in our back
> yard when I was growing up. We cooked hamburgers, ham patties, hot
> dogs, marshmallows, etc. We would also wrap some things in aluminum
> foil--corn on the cob, potatoes, chicken and put them in the hot embers
> to cook. Most of the fun was just sitting around the fire and enjoying
> the companionship. Sometimes we would put a container of baked beans on
> the fire. You should be able to do anything in a fire pit that we did
> while sitting around an open campfire.
>
> MaryL

Right on!

"MaryL" > wrote in message
...
> On 5/19/2016 7:02 PM, cshenk wrote:
>> Julie Bove wrote in rec.food.cooking:
>>
>>> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that
>>> could be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set
>>> of rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log
>>> tongs or something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said
>>> to keep a bucket of water nearby.
>>>
>>> Thanks!
>>
>> Yes, the wood from the old playground material is apt to be PT
>> (pre-treated). It had carcinogens that may be safe enough outside for
>> heat, but not for cooking over.
>>
>> Carol
>>
> If you have a garden hose that would reach the fire pit, that would be
> better (and safer) than just a bucket of water. Also, Carol's warning
> about carcinogens in pre-treated wood is very important. It should never
> be used for cooking.

Uh yeah. I know. And we're not using that. Actually cooking anything over
fire causes carcinogens. That's why we don't BBQ. But I figure letting
them use the fire pit a couple of times wouldn't be enough to cause harm.

On 5/20/2016 6:07 PM, Sqwertz wrote:
> On 5/20/2016 6:43 PM, Sqwertz wrote:
>> And now you're denying it?!?!
The word used to describe these creatures, sanctified, means “set
apart,” and it carries the dual connotation of being set apart from
something as well as for something. The only animals set apart by the
Word of God, the Bible, are those listed in it as clean. They have been
set apart from all other animals and for man’s nourishment. The flesh of
those creatures designated as suitable for food is to be received
thankfully by those who believe and know the truth. Animal flesh
designated as unclean is unfit for human consumption and should not be
eaten.

God gave other important food laws as well. He declares as a perpetual
statute that His people eat neither fat nor blood (Leviticus 3:17;
Leviticus 7:22-26; Leviticus 17:10-14; Leviticus 19:26; Deuteronomy
12:16; Deuteronomy 12:23-25; Deuteronomy 15:23; 1 Samuel 14:33-34;
Ezekiel 33:25). The forbidden fat referred to is that of mammals, not
birds, and it is the covering fat that could be removed rather than the
fat marbled in the meat.

"MaryL" > wrote in message
...
> On 5/19/2016 5:01 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>>
>>
>> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that could
>> be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set of
>> rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log tongs or
>> something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said to keep a
>> bucket of water nearby.
>>
>> Thanks!
> We did not have a fire pit, but we used to build a bonfire in our back
> yard when I was growing up. We cooked hamburgers, ham patties, hot dogs,
> marshmallows, etc. We would also wrap some things in aluminum foil--corn
> on the cob, potatoes, chicken and put them in the hot embers to cook.
> Most of the fun was just sitting around the fire and enjoying the
> companionship. Sometimes we would put a container of baked beans on the
> fire. You should be able to do anything in a fire pit that we did while
> sitting around an open campfire.


The only time we had a bonfire was for Guy Fawkes day Nov 5th. There used
to be bonfires everywhere and we used to bake potatoes in ours.

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On 5/21/2016 3:19 AM, Ophelia wrote:
>
>
> "MaryL" > wrote in message
> ...
>> On 5/19/2016 5:01 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>>>
>>>
>>> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that could
>>> be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set of
>>> rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log tongs or
>>> something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said to keep a
>>> bucket of water nearby.
>>>
>>> Thanks!
>> We did not have a fire pit, but we used to build a bonfire in our back
>> yard when I was growing up. We cooked hamburgers, ham patties, hot
>> dogs, marshmallows, etc. We would also wrap some things in aluminum
>> foil--corn on the cob, potatoes, chicken and put them in the hot
>> embers to cook. Most of the fun was just sitting around the fire and
>> enjoying the companionship. Sometimes we would put a container of
>> baked beans on the fire. You should be able to do anything in a fire
>> pit that we did while sitting around an open campfire.
>
>
> The only time we had a bonfire was for Guy Fawkes day Nov 5th. There
> used to be bonfires everywhere and we used to bake potatoes in ours.
>
I called it a bonfire, but I probably should have called it a campfire.
We had them frequently during the summer, and they were not huge like
some bonfires. They were just the right size to sit around and cook
things on a stick or small folding "grill" on a long handle.

MaryL

"MaryL" > wrote in message
...
> On 5/21/2016 3:19 AM, Ophelia wrote:
>>
>>
>> "MaryL" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> On 5/19/2016 5:01 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Anyway... Is there anything I have missed in terms of food that could
>>>> be cooked on it? Any tools that I've missed? We do have a set of
>>>> rarely used fireplace tools but I am thinking I might need log tongs or
>>>> something, specifically for this. Oh and a bucket. He said to keep a
>>>> bucket of water nearby.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks!
>>> We did not have a fire pit, but we used to build a bonfire in our back
>>> yard when I was growing up. We cooked hamburgers, ham patties, hot
>>> dogs, marshmallows, etc. We would also wrap some things in aluminum
>>> foil--corn on the cob, potatoes, chicken and put them in the hot
>>> embers to cook. Most of the fun was just sitting around the fire and
>>> enjoying the companionship. Sometimes we would put a container of
>>> baked beans on the fire. You should be able to do anything in a fire
>>> pit that we did while sitting around an open campfire.
>>
>>
>> The only time we had a bonfire was for Guy Fawkes day Nov 5th. There
>> used to be bonfires everywhere and we used to bake potatoes in ours.
>>
> I called it a bonfire, but I probably should have called it a campfire. We
> had them frequently during the summer, and they were not huge like some
> bonfires. They were just the right size to sit around and cook things on
> a stick or small folding "grill" on a long handle.

Sounds lovely We sometimes have campfires when we are away. I don't cook
anything on them, but husband does, that is where he really shines He
doesn't cook at home, but I suppose fire cooking is very simple in
comparison I like it when he catches fish and cooks them over the fire.
It always tastes different)

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