My family discovered foil packet dinners this summer while cooking out, and they became a hit for everybody from a two-year old to the adults (but seriously, who are we kidding calling ourselves adults?). Mixing up favorite ingredients in a tin foil pouch and cooking over fire was both fun and rewarding - and not to mention quick and easy! These meals became not only popular due to flavor, but for how simply they came together after a long day of play! And did I mention there is little to no cleanup?

Campfire cookouts and BBQ pits have influenced a love of outdoor summer cooking, and with summer rolling to a close I’m already missing the mixed flavors of proteins and fresh veggies all cooked together over an open flame. Or am I?

What I have decided I love best about these recipes is: you can carry on the tin foil packet habit year-round in your oven! I had to try it out to see if it tasted the same, and since all the flavors are immersed into a small space, they infuse each other with flavor just as well in an oven than they do outdoors. So we may miss the ambiance of outdoor cooking for a few months, but at least we don’t have to give up on our favorite recipes!

 You Put the Lime in the Coconut...

coconut-lime-shrimp

Not sure what to do with all those extra zucchini from the garden? Fresh veggies (zucchini included), shrimp, coconut flakes and lime round out this incredible medley of blended summer flavors that you’ll want to eat more than one night in a row. At least, that’s what we did...

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
  • zest and juice of 1 lime
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
  • 1/4-cup olive oil
  • 1/4-cup soy sauce
  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 to 10 aluminum foil sheets large enough to wrap around the food
  • 1 zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 1 to 2 cups corn kernels (you can also use frozen corn kernels)
  • chopped fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish

DIRECTIONS:

  1. In a blender, combine onions, garlic, coconut, lime zest, lime juice, cilantro, olive oil and soy sauce; blend until smooth.
  2. Place marinade and shrimp in a resealable bag and toss to coat.
  3. Place in the fridge for 2 to 4 hours.
  4. Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
  5. For each foil pack, prepare two sheets of aluminum foil; place the sheets one on top of the other for durability and lightly spray with cooking spray.
  6. Divide up the veggies and shrimp evenly and place into the center of each foil packet.
  7. Fold the sides of the foil over the shrimp, covering completely; seal the packets closed.
  8. Transfer the foil packets to the grill, cover grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until shrimp are opaque.
  9. Carefully open the foil packets and stir the contents.
  10. Sprinkle with cilantro or parsley and serve.

Recipe from Diethood

Fresh Catch

Garlic Butter Salmon in Foil

Salmon is a staple in my household. We like it poached, broiled, baked, grilled and over rice, in salads, or just on it’s own with a slice of lemon. This zero clean-up recipe creates a perfectly seasoned, savory steamed salmon perfect to serve with your favorite side!

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 pounds salmon
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together butter, brown sugar, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, rosemary, salt and pepper, to taste.
  3. Place salmon onto prepared baking sheet and fold up all 4 sides of the foil.
  4. Spoon the butter mixture over the salmon. Fold the sides of the foil over the salmon, covering completely and sealing the packet closed.
  5. Place into oven and bake until cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, if desired.

*You might also like: 21 Sensational Smoked Salmon Recipes

Recipe from Damndelicious.net

Keep Casting that Reel

foil fish packets

Asparagus and tomatoes pair perfectly with this catch of the day. Though the recipe calls for tilapia, any filleted fish will work equally well. Add a bit of lemon, a dash of salt, and uncork that white wine- because you now have a simple, easy, and elegant meal to end your night with.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 bunch of asparagus, trimmed
  • 2 campari or roma tomatoes, sliced
  • 2 tilapia fillets, about 6 ounces each
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili garlic sauce, found in Asian section of grocery store
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus a few pinches more
  • 1 lemon, sliced into thin rounds

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Tear off two 2-foot-long sheets of aluminum foil. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, chili sauce, and 1/4 tsp. kosher salt.
  2. Place asparagus spears down the center of each piece of foil, and lay sliced tomato evenly on top. Sprinkle with a couple pinches of kosher salt.
  3. Place one fish fillet on top of tomatoes in each packet, and spread fish with olive oil mixture. Arrange lemon slices over the fish.
  4. Fold the two long sides of foil to the center and fold to make a seam. Crimp the short ends to seal the packet completely. Place sealed packets on a baking sheet, and bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes.
  5. Very carefully open one end of each packet and pour off any excess liquid before opening fully. Be careful because there will be a lot of steam! Open packet, and slide spatula under the entire fish/tomato/asparagus assembly to transfer to serving plate.

Recipe from The Weary Chief

Ora di Pranzo

Italian Chicken and Vegetables In Foil

It’s dinnertime with this Italian chicken and vegetable mix-up that is sure to get your taste buds watering. This nutritious meal is a snap to throw together, literally, into a foil packet, bake for 30-40 minutes, and serve up to a hungry family any night of the week.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 4 aluminum foil sheets, large enough to wrap around one chicken breast.
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
  • 4 teaspoons olive oil
  • salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste
  • 2 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, julienned
  • 4 small carrots, julienned
  • 4 large basil leaves
  • 1/3 cup Kraft Zesty Italian Dressing

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Preheat oven to 375
  2. Place one chicken breast on each sheet of foil.
  3. Drizzle a teaspoon of olive oil over each chicken breast.
  4. Season chicken with salt and fresh ground pepper.
  5. Arrange chopped garlic, slices of onion, peppers, and carrots on top and around each chicken breast.
  6. Place a basil leaf on top of each chicken and vegetables.Spoon 1 to 2 tablespoons of salad dressing over chicken and vegetables.
  7. Fold the sides of the foil over the chicken, covering completely; seal the packets closed.
  8. Transfer foil packets to a baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  10. Serve .

Recipe from Diethood

Glorious Grilled Veggies

grilled vegetables foil packets

Looking for a light, fresh and tender take on your grilled garden favorites? This mix of flavors is pure veggie perfection and can serve as a main course all on it’s own. Looking for a light protein to mix in? Try some baby shrimp, cubed tender steak, or a shredded chicken served over rice for a more filling entree.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1/2 cup canola oial
  • 1/4 cup cider vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 pound green beans, trimmed
  • 1/2 pound yellow wax beans, trimmed
  • 1 red bell pepper, seeded, cut into 1/2-inch strips
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded, cut into 1/2-inch strips
  • 1 zucchini, trimmed, cut into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 1 summer squash, trimmed, cut into 1/4-inch rounds

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Preheat grill to medium. Cut 6 12-by-18-inch pieces of heavy-duty foil.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk oil, vinegar, garlic, seasoned salt and pepper. Add vegetables; toss to coat. Divide vegetables evenly among foil pieces. Drizzle with any remaining dressing.
  3. Fold long sides of foil toward each other, crimping edges to seal. Fold and crimp remaining edges, forming a sealed packet.
  4. Place packets, seam side up, on grill. Close grill and cook for 20 minutes. To check for doneness, remove one packet from grill, open carefully and taste a vegetable: It should be crisp-tender. Carefully open packets and serve.

Recipe from My Recipes

New Take, Old Recipe

Beef Stuffed Pepper Boats

Stuffed peppers are a popular dish around here, but I often avoid making them because I have to scrub out the pan afterwards due to runny juices, caramelized vegetable, and baked on spilled cheese. Solution? I think so! Why not wrap them in foil to keep them stable AND to contain any juicy runover?

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 pounds (lean) ground beef
  • 1 1/2 cup instant brown rice
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 3/5 spaghetti sauce
  • 1 1/2 shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 3 large bell peppers (1 green, 1 red, 1 yellow), halved lengthwise and cored

DIRECTIONS:

  1. In a large skillet, over medium-high heat, cook beef, breaking it up with a spoon, for 5 to 6 minutes or until no longer pink. Drain off fat.
  2. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, bring 1.5 cups water to a boil over high heat. Stir in rice. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes, then stir in beef, zucchini, Italian seasoning, 1 cup spaghetti sauce and 1 cup cheese.
  3. Place a pepper half on each prepared foil sheet. Spoon beef mixture into pepper halves, dividing evenly and top with the remaining sauce and cheese. Fold edges of foil up into a bowl shape around the pepper. Spoon 1 tablespoon water into the bottom of each packet. Fold foil into tent-style packets and seal edges tightly. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
  4. Prepare campfire coals. Place packets on hot coals and cook for 20 to 25 minutes or until filling is heated through and peppers are tender and the edges are crisp.

Recipe from Recipe Lion

Ranch Time Potatoes

Grilled Foil Ranch Potatoes

Let’s face it, potatoes are good anytime, anywhere, and in pretty much cooked up anyway. Want some served with a side of ranch, cheese, and bacon? How about tossed up and grilled up all together into one, zesty, creamy mix to die for? Yes please!

INGREDIENTS:

  • Potatoes, scrubbed and cut into bite sized pieces (we keep the potato skins on)

Ranch Mix:

  • 1/4 c. mayonnaise
  • 1/4 c. sour cream
  • 1 dry packet Hidden Valley Ranch mix

Optional Topping Ideas:

  • ham
  • bacon
  • sausage
  • onions
  • peppers
  • broccoli
  • your favorite cheese

DIRECTIONS:

  1. After potatoes are washed and cut, combine the ingredients for the ranch mix. Use just enough of the mix to thoroughly coat the potatoes and stir together in a large bowl.
  2. Spoon potatoes out onto individual aluminum foil squares and sprinkle with desired toppings. We did cheddar and bacon for one, and gorgonzola cheese and bacon for the other.
  3. Then wrap the potatoes up in the foil so they are completely covered. We usually wrap each one in two pieces of foil.
  4. Bake, grill, or cook in a fire pit. It is ready to eat when you peel back some of the foil and potatoes are fork tender and break apart easily.

Recipe from Favorite Family Recipes

Tin Foil Cheesesteak Bliss

Philly Cheesesteak Tin Foil Dinners

Who said the best cheesesteaks come from Philly? Why not try your nearest campfire (or in a pinch- your oven) rather than yearn for an unobtainable meal that is halfway across the country? Try this recipe that combines all the ingredients you need, with all the flavors you crave, and top it with a hot melty cheese for your homemade philly fix.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 Russet potatoes, chopped
  • 1 green pepper, chopped
  • ½ large onion, chopped
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 4 slices provolone cheese
  • salt and pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS:

    1. (If using an oven) Preheat oven to 400°
    2. So easy – Divide all the ingredients into fourths.
    3. Place a nice ¼ lb layer of meat on a 14" x 14" square foil piece. You can do a solid patty of meat (the manly option), or disperse the meat into chunks (for women - or those with dentures).
    4. Pile a desired amount of the remaining ingredients into your own individual meal.
    5. Be very generous with the salt when seasoning your uncooked pocket of awesome. Put more than you think you will need. Somehow, the salt kinda disappears during the cooking process, so be liberal.
    6. When the foil dinner is built according to your desires, wrap it up in the foil. Bring two sides in and crease the sides together, folding over a few times to make a tight pocket. Take the open sides and fold them closed until your fold runs into the food piled inside.
    7. Place the packet on a cookie sheet and bake for about 20-25 minutes - no need to flip or double wrap.

NOTES

If you want to do this over a fire instead, place your dinner very close to (or even directly on) a pile of hot coals/briquettes. Cook for approximately 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Recipe from High Heels and Grills

Cooking Cajun

Cajun Style Grill Foil Packets

It is impossible for this recipe to get old. Ever. Smoked sausage, shrimp, corn, potatoes, and your choice of seasoning cooked up in a bed of butter and broth is sure to be the biggest hit to ever cross your dining room table. And did I mention that there is almost zero prep time? And next to no cleanup?

INGREDIENTS:

  • 8-12 pieces of corn on the cob (4 full cobs cut in half or in thirds)
  • 4 red potatoes, washed and cubed
  • 20-30 uncooked shrimp (peeled or not, it's up to you)
  • 1 Lb. smoked sausage, cut into chunks
  • Melted butter (or olive oil), to taste
  • 1/2 c. chicken broth (you may not need that much)
  • Cajun/Creole seasoning (we like to use Tony Chachere's brand), to taste
  • salt and pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS:

  1. (makes 4 grill packets)
  2. Heat grill to 400-degrees (you can do this in your oven, too, at the same temp.).
  3. Evenly distribute corn, potatoes, shrimp, and sausage between 4 heavy-duty foil sheets (appx 12x18 inches each).
  4. Drizzle melted butter and about 2 Tbsp. chicken broth over each foil packet.Season evenly (and generously), to taste with Cajun seasoning and salt and pepper.
  5. Tightly seal foil packets by folding up the sides over the contents and tightly folding up the ends over the seam.
  6. Grill 30-40 minutes or until potatoes are tender, flipping once half-way through (be careful opening the packets to check for doneness, the steam inside is VERY hot)!

Recipe from Nice Food for Every Days

*You might also like: 21 Smoked Sausage Recipes To Make You Drool

Chicken Infusion

Lemon Chicken and Potatoes in Foil

Chicken just is one of those meats that happens to perfectly take on the flavor of whatever extra goodness you choose to cook it alongside with. In this case, fresh rosemary and lemon showcase their flavors through this rich infusion that tastes like a million bucks.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 16 ounces baby red potatoes, halved
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  2. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, mustards, thyme, rosemary and lemon zest; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Set aside.
  3. Cut four sheets of foil, about 12-inches long. Divide potatoes into 4 equal portions and add to the center of each foil in a single layer.
  4. Fold up all 4 sides of each foil packet. Drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste; gently toss to combine.
  5. Top each packet with the chicken. Using your fingers or a brush, work the mustard mixture onto both sides of the chicken. Top with lemon slices.
  6. Fold the sides of the foil over the chicken, covering completely and sealing the packets closed. Place foil packets in a single layer on a baking sheet. Place into oven and bake until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender, about 25-30 minutes.

OPTIONAL: Preheat oven to broil. Open the packets and broil for 2-3 minutes, or until caramelized and slightly charred.

Served immediately, garnished with parsley, if desired.

Recipe from Damndelicious.net

Hammy Hawaiian

Pineapple Ham Sweet Potato Foil Packet

Ham, pineapples, sweet potatoes, and spicy red pepper flakes merge into a rich, delicious goodness in this quick grilled packet good for any occasion. Rich in healthy antioxidants and vitamins, the sweetness of the ingredients are perfectly tempered by the salty ham, and spicy peppers for a party in your mouth!

INGREDIENTS:

  • 4 oz. Ham, cut in 1" cubes
  • 2 Slices of Pineapple, canned, juice reserved
  • 1/2 Large Sweet potato, diced into 1" cubes
  • 1/2 Red Bell Pepper, sliced
  • 1 Tbs Brown Sugar
  • 2 Tbs Reserved Pineapple Juice
  • 1 Tbs Butter
  • Red Pepper Flakes, to taste

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Make a large double-layer of foil. Spray with non-stick cooking spray to keep things from sticking.
  2. Place the potato chunks on the foil.
  3. Layer ham, red bell peppers and pineapple on top of sweet potatoes.
  4. Place butter on top of ingredients. Sprinkle brown sugar over everything and top with pineapple juice. Sprinkle red pepper flakes to your desired spice level.
  5. Wrap and seal the aluminum foil. Leave room in the packet to allow air to flow through as it cooks.
  6. Cook on hot coals for 20 minutes, flip about half-way through. Cook until potatoes have softened.
  7. Open with caution – there will be lots of steam.
  8. Dish out and enjoy!

Recipe from Making My Territory

Pot Roast in a Pocket

Campfire Kabob

Pot Roasts are good anytime of the year. That slowed cooked beef flavor, blended with carrots, onions, and potatoes, is a homestyle favorite world round - but can take all day to get it just right. Until now: Prepare these ingredients in advance, and toss together in a foil packet to steam themselves into tender perfection in no time.

INGREDIENTS:

  • Beef
  • Green Onions
  • Cloves of Garlic
  • Pot Roast Seasonings (or your own)
  • Vinegar
  • Potatoes
  • Carrots
  • Peas

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Cube meat. Toss in an old plastic container. Add pot roast seasonings. Put lid on container and shake vigorously so the spices stick to to the meat (cold, vinegar, and spices help fight off bacteria that like meat.)
  2. Place cloves of garlic and cut green onions into container.
  3. You can add other ingredients you'd like in the tin foil dinner, but I think it's better to leave them out. Pour vinegar over meat.
  4. Place container in freezer so it'll keep cold longer and act as a huge ice cube for everything else too! When ready to make the meal drain the vinegar. Place meat, garlic, and onions in tin foil. Add potatoes, carrots, and peas (and bacon!)
  5. Wrap up and throw it in the fire!
  6. Leave it in the coals for 30 minutes then, if not finished, check every 5 or 10 minutes. Enjoy the meaty, hearty deliciousness!

Recipe from VIolet's Silver Lining

Bock, Bock, Broccoli (With Chicken)

Foil Pack Chicken Broccoli Dinner

Chicken and broccoli, broccoli with chicken...no matter how you say it, it goes together like PB&J, and is just about as popular. Try this zesty, cheesy take made up in an easy foil packet and done in only a half hour.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 pkg. (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Stuffing Mix for Chicken
  • 1-1/2 cups water
  • 6 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1-1/2 lb.), 1/2 inch thick
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1/4 cup OSCAR MAYER Real Bacon Bits
  • 1/2 cup KRAFT Classic Ranch Dressing

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Heat oven to 400°F.
  2. Combine stuffing mix and water; spoon onto centers of 6 large sheets heavy-duty foil. Top with remaining ingredients; fold to make 6 packets.
  3. Place in single layer on rimmed baking sheet.
  4. Bake 30 to 35 min. or until chicken is done (165°F). Remove packets from oven; let stand 5 min. Cut slits in foil to release steam before opening packets.

Recipe from Kraftrecipes.com

One Man Fiesta

Foil Pack Chicken Fajita Dinner

This simple chicken fajita dinner comes together with ease whether you are feeding just yourself or an entire party. Simply get together your traditional fajita ingredients all together in one place, and let those savory flavors blend together over an open flame, or in your oven for easy clean up!

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1-1/2 cups instant white rice, uncooked
  • 1-1/2 cups hot water
  • 1 Tbsp. TACO BELL® Taco Seasoning Mix
  • 4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb.)
  • 1 each green and red pepper, cut into strips
  • 1/2 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
  • 1/2 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Finely Shredded Taco Cheese

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Heat oven to 400ºF.
  2. Fold up all sides of each of 4 large sheets heavy-duty foil to form 1-inch rim; spray with cooking spray. Combine rice, water and taco seasoning; spoon onto foil. Top with remaining ingredients.
  3. Bring up foil sides; fold to make 4 packets. Place in 15x10x1-inch pan.
  4. Bake 30 to 35 min. or until chicken is done (165ºF). Cool 5 min. Cut slits in foil to release steam before opening packets.

Recipe from Kraftrecipes.com

Chili Cheese Heaven

Campfire Chili Cheese Fries Tin Foil Dinner

Let’s admit it, this isn’t the healthiest option to foil packet dinners, but it has to be one of the most satisfying. Frozen (or fresh) French fries, chili, cheese, and maybe a little onion marry in the perfect packet of flavor explosion. Be sure to cook up your fries a bit first before adding the rest of the ingredients and tossing back in the fire to get the crisp ‘tator taste!

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 small package frozen french fries (not mega family size)
  • one can of chili of choice
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Spray the inside of a large doubled-up sheet of foil with cooking spray.
  2. Place the frozen fries in the middle of the sheet; fold to enclose.
  3. Cook the fries on your BBQ or over a campfire until they are cooked - around 15-20 minutes.
  4. Spread the chili and cheese over the fries.
  5. Close the packet again and cook until the chili is hot and the cheese has melted.
  6. Remove, cool slightly and enjoy! We just ate it with forks right out of the package!

Recipe from The Kitchen MagPie

Low-Cal Taste Explosion

Foil Pack Chicken Artichoke Dinner

I grew up thinking I didn’t like artichokes (I was picky), and boy did I find out later in life how right I was - I LOVE them! These artichoke hearts, tomatoes, blend of spices and skinless chicken come together for a healthy heart option that is just bursting with rich flavors.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 3 cups instant white rice, uncooked
  • 3 cups warm water
  • 6 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1-1/2 lb.), 1/2 inch thick
  • 1 can (13-3/4 oz.) artichoke hearts, drained, quartered
  • 2 large tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
  • 1/4 cup CLASSICO Traditional Basil Pesto Sauce and Spread

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Heat oven to 400°F.
  2. Mix rice and water; spoon onto centers of 6 large sheets heavy-duty foil. Top with chicken, artichokes and tomatoes; drizzle with combined dressing and pesto.
  3. Bring up foil sides. Double fold top and both ends to seal each packet, leaving room for heat circulation inside. Place in 15x10x1-inch pan.
  4. Bake 30 to 35 min. or until chicken is done (165°F). Remove packets from oven; let stand 5 min. Cut slits in foil to release steam before opening.

Recipe from Kraftrecipes.com

No More Monkeys

Cinnamon Sugar Monkey Bread

Probably because they got a stomach ache over the not being able to stop themselves from finishing off this gloriously easy, cinnamon and sugar recipe. Although the recipe calls for a dutch oven - forget about it. Just use a cheap disposable aluminum pan and line it with tinfoil. Then all you have to do is rip up refrigerated biscuit dough and toss it in cinnamon sugar before throwing it all together over the fire.

INGREDIENTS:`

  • A Dutch Oven or Pie Iron(s)
  • Refrigerated biscuit doughs
  • Granulated and Light Brown sugar
  • Ground cinnamon
  • Butter or margarine
  • Paper or plastic bag(s) (for the cinnamon/sugar mix)

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Cut-up biscuit doughs tossed in a sugar mix and baked in a Dutch oven or Pie Iron over hot campfire coals. It only takes about 25 – 30 minutes to cook, and should be eaten right out of the Dutch oven.
  2. Cut the biscuit dough and shake the bag to add a cinnamon sugar coating.
  3. Then let them toss them into the Dutch oven any way they want. This recipe is cooked with a Dutch oven, over medium campfire coals.

Recipe from Campingwithgus.com

Blueberry Peach Perfection

Grilled Peach And Blueberry Foil Packet

I have a peach tree, and putting up peaches becomes a household duty come late summer every year. I don’t even think I need to say that recipes involving peaches are pretty popular around here as well, and when this recipe combined them with yet another of our fruity favorites- it quickly became a crowd favorite.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 cups sliced fresh peaches (2 cups = about 4 small)
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 2 tablespoons firmly packed light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Parkay® Original Spread-tub
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 cups vanilla ice cream

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Preheat gas grill for medium heat. Meanwhile, combine peaches, blueberries, brown sugar, Parkay and nutmeg in medium bowl.
  2. Place one 18x18 piece of heavy aluminum foil on counter. Place fruit mixture in center of foil. Double fold top and ends of foil, leaving space for steam to gather.
  3. Place packet on grate; cover grill. Grill 15 minutes or until fruit is tender. Carefully open packet; serve warm fruit over ice cream.

Recipe from Ready Set Eat

Rise and Shine Anytime of the Day

Baked Eggs And Bacon In Potato Bowls

Having chickens usually results in a plethora of eggs that you need to get creative with. At least that's how it works at my house. Luckily we also love breakfast foods at any time of the day, and so eggs become an important part of our regular recipes- however, for whatever reason they stick to a pan or dish like nothing else. That’s why I love this egg and bacon in a potato bowl bake: not only do the eggs cook IN the potato, but in case of spillage, the tinfoil should take care of the problem. No more scrubbing for me!

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 large mostly-baked* potatoes (Russett or sweet potatoes)
  • 1 Tbsp. butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 Tbsp. shredded cheddar or gouda cheese
  • 1 Tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Lay the first baked potato on its side, and use a knife to carefully cut off the top third of the potato. With a spoon, hollow out the middle of the potato to make a "bowl", leaving the potato as thick or thin as you'd like. (Just remember, the more room you leave, the more room for eggs, bacon and cheese!) Repeat with the second potato.
  2. Place 1/2 tablespoon of butter in the middle of each bowl. Then gently break an egg into each bowl, careful not to break the yolk. Top with bacon, cheese, parsley, and then season with salt and pepper.
  3. Bake at 350 degrees F for 20-25 minutes, or until the egg whites are set. Serve immediately.

I recommend baking the potatoes until they are nearly done. You don't want them to be underbaked, but then extra 20-25 minutes in the oven with the eggs will definitely continue to cook them, and you don't want them to be overbaked. So I would err on the side of being mostly baked, but not completely.

Recipe from Gimme Some Oven

Sugared Apples Without the Dumplings

Apples by the Fire

A Granny Smith apple, brown sugar, and cinnamon is all you need to make a simple, mouth-watering dessert to finish off your perfect evening. Top it with a little bit of ice cream for an extra burst of creamy sweetness.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 Granny Smith apple, cored
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Fill the core of the apple with the brown sugar and cinnamon.
  2. Wrap the apple in a large piece of heavy foil, twisting the extra foil into a tail for a handle.
  3. Place the apple in the coals of a campfire or barbeque and let cook 5 to 10 minutes, until softened.
  4. Remove and unwrap, being careful of the hot sugar.

Recipe from Allrecipes

Classic Potato Throwback

Campfire Potatoes Recipe

When I think of potatoes on the grill, this is the recipe that comes to mind. Thin sliced potatoes with onions, garlic, worcestershire, and butter wrapped in foil and cooked up next to a nice, juicy steak over an open flame is how my daddy still makes them, and it’s a tradition that won’t die hard. .

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1½ lb New Red Potatoes
  • 1 large Onion
  • 1 tbsp Minced Garlic
  • 4 tbsp Butter
  • 1-2 tbsp Worchestershire Sauce
  • ⅛ tsp Cayenne Pepper
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Slice potatoes and onion into ⅛ - ¼" slices.
  2. Place on piece of aluminum foil large enough to fold over and to be able to roll up edges.
  3. Top with garlic, butter, Worchestershire and cayenne.
  4. Fold packet over and roll edges to close.
  5. Leave on medium grill for 30 minutes or in 350 oven (in a pan to avoid messes) for 35-40 minutes.

Recipe from Daily Leisure

Going Bananas

Banana Boats 4 Suburble

Bananas. Bananas stuffed with chocolate AND marshmallows. On a grill. This might not be the prettiest presentation once the ooey, gooey goodness has melted in a yummy mess - but it sure is good!

INGREDIENTS:

  • Banana
  • Marshmallows
  • Chocolate chips
  • Aluminum Foil
  • Butterscotch chips

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Put a banana on a sheet of heavy duty aluminum foil (or two sheets of regular-weight foil). Slice it down the center.
  2. Jam-pack it full of marshmallows and chocolate chips. The kids can handle this “assembly” quite easily. (Also, consider butterscotch chips).
  3. Wrap the now-stuffed banana with tin foil and put it on the coals of a campfire or on the barbecue. If you’re at home, you can put it in the oven at 400 degrees.
  4. Open your foil packet of goodness and be amazed at the sight of melted chocolate and marshmallow (all snug in their boat made of banana). Grab a spoon and dig in!

Recipe from Suburble

Orange and Cinnamon Rolls

Campfire Orange Cinnamon Rolls

Oranges and cinnamon are another one of those eclectic flavor combos that shouldn’t be parted for too long from your rotation of recipes. This little gem of a recipe includes both in a warm cinnamon roll baked up inside an orange rind, leaving behind a slightly acidic zing, and aromatic scent of orange infusion into the dough as it bakes.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 can of 8 cinnamon rolls
  • 8 oranges
  • Aluminum Foil

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Hollowed out our oranges. Cut a 2 ” circle out of the top and then used a spoon to scoop out the orange. Filled a bowl with the orange flesh.
  2. Simply stuck one cinnamon roll in each orange, put the cap back on, and then wrapped them in foil.
  3. Wrapped from the bottom up, so that the excess foil could be bunched up into a little handle.
  4. Put to right into the coals. Took about 12 mins to bake, but it really depends out your fire.
  5. Put a little drizzle of the frosting included in the can on top of the cinnamon roll.

Recipe from Oleander and Palm

 

Try Them All!

I’ve changed my mind about why I love these recipes, I think what I like best is that you can make as little, or as much, as you like. Quick meal for one? No problem! Feeding a crew? Equally as easy! Coming in a close second is how little prep, AND cleanup these recipes take to make year-round.

Let me reiterate: little to NO cleanup.

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