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Outdoor Kitchen Options

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When designing your outdoor kitchen there are many things to consider including what kind of cooking surface you want, seating available for guests and other extra additions you may want to consider to make the perfect space for you and your guests!  Cooking Type: Depending on your preference for dishes or what ingredients you might be using, selecting your cooking surface type may be a tough decision. Some people prefer to cook on a conventional gas grill for an easy to learn cooking experience. Others may prefer a smoker to create delicious BBQ dishes for their family and friends. You could also make the main cooking surface a versatile custom brick oven, like the ones from Round Grove Products! If you have the budget to spare you could also include more than one of these surfaces in your outdoor kitchen to make the ultimate cooking space.  Seating: When planning for an outdoor kitchen you should also think of the space as an outdoor dining room as well because if it is pleasant e

Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookies

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Everyone loves chocolate chip cookies, but have you ever tried them in a brick oven?? Make your own delicious dessert by using our recipe below!  CHOCOLATE CHIP SKILLET COOKIES   Cook in 12-inch cast-iron skillet for 20 minutes at 375°.  INGREDIENTS   -2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour  -1 tsp baking soda  -1 tsp salt  -1 cup softened butter (2 sticks)  -3/4 cup sugar  -3/4 cup brown sugar  -1 tsp vanilla  -2 eggs  -2 cups chocolate chips (semisweet)  -1 cup chopped nuts (optional)  DIRECTIONS   In a bowl combine flour, baking soda and salt. Whisk together to mix evenly. In another bowl mix butter, sugar, brown sugar and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Beat in eggs. Add flour gradually and mix thoroughly. Stir in chocolate chips and nuts. Transfer cookie dough into a warm and lightly oiled 12inch cast iron skillet. Spread dough evenly in skillet. Bake in brick oven at 375° for approx. 20 min. Try to keep the oven door closed during baking time to help cookies rise better! Cookies are done