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                 After setting up your wood-fired brick oven, that you purchased from Round Grove Products , you are now ready to fire up your oven for a nice homemade pizza. But wait! You don't want your pizza tasting smoky or smelling a bit musty because you were using the wrong type of firewood.      Not all wood is created equal when it comes to wood fired ovens and not all firewood contributes to a delicious flavor while cooking in the fire. If you were unaware, cooking in a wood fire oven is actually a healthier option than a regular oven.       With this in mind, it would be best not to use firewood that is a hazard to your health. Laminated woods, pressure treated and painted woods, or any woods that has chemicals are never to be used in a wood fired oven.      All the woods listed above have hazardous chemicals that can be toxic for humans. Be sure to also avoid woods ...

One thing I used to love about going to the mall (does anyone do that anymore nowadays?) was stopping by the soft pretzel stand. I loved to watch the employees spin and roll the dough into the familiar twists. They made it look so easy! Even better when they rolled that dough around a hotdog...ah, memories. Anyway, maybe you want some soft pretzel goodness at home! You can do it in your brick oven. This recipe takes some time because you have to ferment the dough, but believe me, it is worth the effort! Ingredients: For the fermented dough 2 tsp. of fresh yeast 3 3/4 c. white bread flour 2 tsp. salt 1 3/4 c. water Rub yeast into flour with your fingers. Add salt and water and mix until a dough forms. Work the dough on an unfloured surface. Cover with cloth and let it rest at room temperature for at least 6 hours or let it rest in the fridge for up to 48 hours, until the dough doubles in size. Finishing ingredients 3 3/4 c. white bread flour 2 tsp. of fresh yeast 3 3/4 tsp. of sugar 2 t...

Our Fiesta Combo Unit Family (unfinished) Having a brick oven is a lot of fun, but it is also an investment. Like anything you spend your hard-earned money on, you want it to last! Round Grove Products makes fantastic, durable brick ovens, but there is some maintenance that will help it stay in great condition so that you can use it for decades. 1. Keep it Clean As you use your oven, ashes will accumulate. A quick sweep after each time you use it will be good for a while, but when there are a lot of ashes in the hard to reach spaces, it's time to get out the shop-vac. Vacuum out the tough spots and don't worry about eating ashy food! 2. We have the Cure Maybe you didn't know this, but you should "cure" your oven before using it! Why? Well, there is always a bit of moisture that is trapped during the construction process. If left alone, when you go to use it, the moisture becomes steam and that steam can expand and crack and damage the masonry. Before you use it t...

 When people are first told about brick ovens , or maybe their friend mentions that they bought one, they usually automatically go to the idea of delicious pizza straight from the brick oven. However, as we've tried to show in this blog previously, there is a HUGE array of different things that you can create within the confines of your unit. Here's a quick overview of just a few of the best dishes, besides pizza, that you can cook in your own brick oven!  Steaks, like rib eyes, can be a great option for cooking in your brick oven . The extra flavor and moisture of the brick oven helps keep the steak extra juicy and exploding with the tastes of your preferred seasoning in every bite! If you're sticking with meat in your oven, ribs can also be another great choice. The high heat and slow cooking required for ribs is easily achieved in a brick oven and soon you'll be on your way to becoming the new variety of "pitmasters" after a couple of tries!  Along with ma...

 Just because summer's over, doesn't mean you have to stop enjoying your summertime favorites! Check out this recipe for delicious Shish Kabobs to make in your very own brick oven .  Ingredients:   - 2-3 chicken breasts  - 3 oz. Italian dressing  - 2 bell peppers  - 1 small onion  - 10-15 cherry/ grape variety tomatoes  - 4-5 C water  - Splash of whiskey/ bourbon (optional)  - Cooking spray  - Dash of salt  - Dash of pepper  Steps:  In a sealable plastic bag or container, add chicken breasts and Italian dressing. Marinate 1-2 hours. Remove chicken and cut into approximately 1-2 inch squares. Also, cut peppers and onions into approximately 1-2 inch squares. On each 12” metal or wood skewer, alternate pieces of meat and veggies. Fill a 9 x 13” baking dish with 4-5 cups of water and add a splash of whiskey/ bourbon. (this helps add a smoky flavor during the baking process). Set and evenly space kabob skewers on top lip o...

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 p...

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 doo...