The Hometown Treasure July 2012 | Page 25

Campfire Recipes Orangey Gingerbread Hollow out oranges from the top, making sure that you do not cut a hole in the orange (other than the top). Fill the orange halfway to the top with gingerbread batter. Wrap the orange loosely in aluminum foil. Place the oranges in the coals of the campfire and bake/ cook for approx. 12 minutes. and all but 15 acres were sold. The David Rogers Children’s Fund, under the administration of the LaGrange County Circuit Court, continues to serve the needs of the county’s children for more than 130 years after the death of Dr. Rogers. It is worth noting that since the time land first became available for purchase in LaGrange County, the 15 acres which is home to the David Rogers Memorial Park has only had two owners: Dr. David Rogers and LaGrange County. Every year on the 4th weekend in August, David Rogers Memorial Park reverts back to the year 1845. The park’s authentic pioneer log cabins and 1826 log barn come alive with period music, storytellers, pioneer crafts and workmen, and nightly folk dancing. There is even a circuit riding preacher who arrives on horseback. It’s an event that allows park visitors a glimpse into what life was like during the early days of LaGrange County. More information is available on their website: davidrogersdays.org. Homemade Ice Cream Test them to see if the gingerbread is done. If not, place back in the coals for a few more minutes. 1 lb. coffee can with lid. Fill with 1 pint of ½ & ½, ½ cup sugar, 1 tsp vanilla or 2 Tbl choc syrup or ¼ cup strawberries. Put lid on can and secure with duct tape. Place the 1 lb. coffee can into a 3 lb. coffee can. Layer with crushed ice and rock salt and place lid on top. Find a partner. Sit on the ground 3-4 feet apart. Roll the can back and forth for 8-10 minutes. Check to see if ice cream is hard. If not, add more ice and salt and roll another 8 minutes. Enjoy! The Hometown Treasure · July ‘12 · pg 23