Campfire Recipes
Campfire Bagels
Ingredients:
- 2 bagels
- 4 tablespoons of cream cheese
- Your choice of toppings (for instance, 2 tablespoons of smoked salmon, a handful of fresh veggies, or 2 tablespoons of jam).
Instructions:
- Start a campfire and let it burn down to embers.
- Put the bagels onto a grilling rack or place them on a stick, making sure they are secure.
- Hold the bagels over the fire, but not directly in the flame. Let them toast for 1-2 minutes, or until they are toasted to your liking. Be sure to turn them frequently to ensure even toasting.
- Once the bagels are toasted, remove them from the fire and let them cool slightly.
- Spread each half of the bagel with about 1 tablespoon of cream cheese.
- Add your favorite toppings, such as smoked salmon, fresh veggies, or jam, and enjoy!
Sausage and Veggie Skewers Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 medium-sized sausages
- 1 large bell pepper
- 1 medium-sized onion
- 1 small zucchini
- 2 tablespoons of BBQ sauce
Instructions:
- Start by preheating your grill or campfire. You want it hot enough to cook the sausages and veggies well.
- While your cooking surface is heating up, cut the sausages and veggies into bite-sized pieces.
- Next, thread the sausage pieces, bell pepper, onion, and zucchini onto two skewers. Alternate between the different ingredients to make it colorful and varied.
- Once all your ingredients are on the skewers, brush them with BBQ sauce. Be generous, but also ensure you’ve left some for basting as they cook.
- Now it’s time to cook your skewers. Place them on the grill or hold them over the campfire. Cook for around 10-15 minutes, turning regularly to make sure they cook evenly. Baste with more BBQ sauce each time you turn them.
- The skewers are done when the sausages are cooked through and the veggies are tender and slightly charred.
- Remove from the heat and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious, easy-to-make, campfire sausage and veggie skewers!
One-Pot Pasta
Ingredients:
- 6 ounces of pasta (your choice, could be spaghetti, penne, etc.)
- 1.5 cups of tomato sauce
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning (or a mix of oregano, basil, and thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups of water
Instructions:
- In a medium-sized pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add the pasta, tomato sauce, and the water to the pot. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Raise the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Let the pasta cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked to your liking and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve hot. Enjoy your one-pot pasta!
This meal is perfect for a quick and easy dinner while on the road. Feel free to add any additional ingredients you have on hand, such as vegetables or protein.
Campfire Chili Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1/2 pound ground meat (beef, turkey, or plant-based)
- 1 can (about 15 oz) beans of your choice, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (about 15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- First, you’ll need to heat a pot over your campfire or on your portable stove. Once heated, add in your ground meat. Cook until browned, stirring occasionally to ensure it cooks evenly. If you’re using plant-based meat, follow the package instructions for cooking.
- While your meat is cooking, dice your onion and mince your garlic. Once your meat is browned, add these to the pot and stir. Cook until the onions become translucent, typically about 5 minutes.
- Next, add in your beans and diced tomatoes (including the liquid from the tomatoes for added flavor), followed by your chili powder and cumin. Stir everything together until it’s well combined.
- Let your chili simmer for about 15 minutes, or until it’s heated through. Stir occasionally to prevent any sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Finally, taste your chili and add salt and pepper as needed. Once it’s seasoned to your liking, it’s ready to serve. Enjoy your campfire chili as a comforting, hearty meal after a day of adventure.
Chicken and Veggie Foil Packets
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat your campfire or grill to medium heat.
- Take two large pieces of aluminum foil and place one chicken breast in the center of each piece.
- Divide the bell peppers, onion, and zucchini evenly between the two foil packets, arranging them around the chicken.
- Drizzle each packet with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Fold the foil over the chicken and vegetables, sealing it to create a packet.
- Place the foil packets on the campfire grill and cook for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Carefully open the packets (watch for steam), check the chicken is cooked thoroughly, and serve right from the foil for an easy clean-up. Enjoy!