As a personal chef living so close to the Adirondack and Catskill mountains, and a woman who loves the great outdoors, it only makes sense that I venture into the woods to do some cooking. I had the pleasure of preparing dinner over an open fire for a super fun group of 12 on Memorial Day weekend at a campsite on Paradox Lake. We kept it simple, and of course, delicious.

Menu – Dinner for 12

Charcuterie Board with meats from Chester’s Smokehouse, Grilled Sourdough, Cascade Mountain Winery Seyval Dijon, Sprouted Almonds, and Warm Mixed Olives with Fresh Oregano, Orange, Garlic, Smoked Paprika

Chester’s Smokehouse Red Wine & Thyme Braised Chorizo

Organic Mixed Greens Salad, R&G Chevre, Fried Shallots, Toasted Sunflower Seeds, Blueberry Vinaigrette

Buttermilk, Garlic, & Herb Marinated Grilled Chicken – Sweet Tree Farm New York

Smoked Cheddar and Lobster Skillet Mac n Cheese – Chester’s Smokehouse

Fire Roasted Organic Zucchini & Tomatoes with Basil Pesto

Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Marshmallows for late night toasting

If you’re interested in enhancing your next camping experience with the addition of a personal chef, contact me! I’d love to be a part of your outdoor adventure.

thelegalpantry@gmail.com

Paradox Lake, New York