Dyken CampOut & Kick-Off Event

We had a really great time at Dyken for our 2010-11 Kick-Off Event. We made some kool picture frames out of things we found in the woods, got to cook our dessert over the campfire, and stay in a YURT. The adults slept under the stars (some for the first time despite years of camping) and it was just a gorgeous night for all of this. We also held elections down at the Amphitheater using flashlights! It was quite the elections. Congratulations to all the new officers!

A new member - WELCOME E!

AND - here is the yummy GOULASH recipe that everyone seemed to enjoy!

1 T olive Oil

2 lbs London Broil

1 large onion - diced FINELY - actually almost minced.

2 cloves of garlic - minced

1-1/2 cups frozen corn

1 c fresh mushrooms - MINCED beyond recognition!

1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes

Any fresh tomatoes that need a home - dice and toss in!

2 c water

1 T paprika

2 t salt

12 oz pasta (elbow macaroni)

Grated Cheddar - as needed

Cut meat into 1" cubes, flour and brown in olive oil. When brown, remove from pot and then saute onions, garlic and mushrooms until soft. Return meat to the pot and add tomatoes, water & spices and simmer until the meat is tender. Several hours... Add water as needed, or more canned tomatoes. Remember, the pasta will soak up quite a bit of water. Then (we did this at camp) add corn and pasta and heat until pasta is tender. Enjoy with Cheese - and FIRE BISCUITS!