What Did John Wayne Eat by the Campfire? I know, John Wayne was just an actor in cowboy movies, but think about it, what did all those cowboys eat when they were out on the trail? My guess is that it wasn't very fancy; just something like beans and grits to fill up a big appetite. Manly food, right? Not like we would cook today. Well, today, what would you consider manly food? What is something that would fill up a big man's appetite? Beefy Beans? Cowboy Stew? How about Campfire Cornbread? Inside you will find my all time Real Man's Recipe favorites ... ENJOY