It thrilled me when my son gave me a Lodge 3-Quart Cast Iron Combo Cooker for Christmas last year. Every month when we prepped for our trip, I would have to remember to bring the proper cookware for dinner. Now I would not have to put any thought into it. Our truck stays packed and ready to go, including our new cookware. Of course, I bring it inside for cleaning after camping, but then it goes right back into the truck.
The beautiful 10-inch cast-iron pan (3-inches deep) serves as a deep skillet, fryer or dutch oven, with a lid that also works as a shallow frying pan or griddle. Made by Lodge, a reputable company making cast iron since 1896, it comes pre-seasoned and ready to use.
The cooker is versatile enough that I don’t need to bring other cookware with us on our trips. It is sturdy enough that we can cook directly on the coals in the fire without damaging it. It is heavy (13 pounds) but I had no problem using it on our single burner propane stove.
With minimal care, just wash with mild soap and water (I use a cast iron brush), thoroughly dry, and coat with a thin layer of vegetable oil, the cooker should last a lifetime. I absolutely LOVE this combo cooker.
Price on Amazon as of this writing $34.90.
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