Why would anyone want to cook with cast iron?
If you ask Dutch oven cooks why they use cast iron, you will get different answers. Some people like the historical aspect of cast iron cooking. The pioneers and early explorers in this country prepared their meals in cast iron over a campfire. Others like the outdoor-cooking aspect. Cooking with cast iron over a charcoal or a wood fire is definitely an outdoor activity and goes great with camping–campers who are tired of franks and beans or other simple fare can easily prepare lavish dishes in an outdoor setting. There are others that like being ready for emergencies and knowing they dont need a kitchen to prepare their meals. Probably the most common reason people cook with cast iron is that it is fun.
