[quote author=JoeCamper link=topic=2245.msg20979#msg20979 date=1361591002]
I'm thinking about trying out the dutch oven this weekend so I'm less likely to screw it up at the Spring Opener.
Can I just put the coals on my home grill rack with the dutch oven on top and leave the grill lid open?

You really need something flat for the legs to rest on. A baking pan or cookie sheet will do.  Also I recommend using a dutch oven liner (available at places like WalMart) they make clean up much easier.

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This is what I made. Old plow disk and scrap 1/2 inch steel rod. Welded bolts to rod and welded nuts to bottom of disk. This made the legs removable for storage. Later I welded a horse shoe to the side to hold cooking utensils.

Nice set up Camp Dad!

I use the pan from a cheap Wal Mart BBQ.  Normally meant to throw out after one or two uses.  I use it without the legs, just put it on the ground, put coals in it, sit the DO on top and then coals on top.

Yes sometimes you will. Wind, outside temperature, and brand of charcoal will all factor in if you will need to add more. I usually just fill the chimney and go from there!!

I try to block the wind as much as possible as it is your worst enemy. I think I have only had to fire up another batch of coals three or four times in my 4 or 5 years of DO cooking.

The lasagna looked awesome..........any leftovers, there always better the next day!!!