When I was building my wood-fired pizza oven, I incorporated a circle of fire-bricks on the side that can be used to cook over coals. Used it the other night when I prepared 'Succulent Braised Pork' in a 10" Lodge camp oven. Simmered it for 4 hours. Served over homemade fettucine.
Excellent, even though I am not a stew guy.