Best 3 Campfire Casserole Recipes

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**Indulge in a Culinary Adventure with Campfire Casserole: A Symphony of Flavors over an Open Flame**

As the sun sets and the campfire crackles, gather your loved ones around for a delightful culinary experience with campfire casserole. This versatile dish, cooked over an open flame, offers a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. From hearty meat-based casseroles, perfect for a chilly night under the stars, to vegetarian options brimming with fresh vegetables, there's a campfire casserole recipe for every palate.

Immerse yourself in the smoky aroma of our classic beef and potato casserole, where tender beef chunks and golden potatoes mingle in a rich, flavorful sauce. For a taste of the sea, try our seafood casserole, featuring succulent shrimp, flaky fish, and a creamy, cheesy sauce that will leave you craving more.

Vegetarians will delight in our hearty vegetable casserole, packed with crisp bell peppers, juicy tomatoes, and tender zucchini, all enveloped in a tangy tomato sauce. And for a unique twist, our Mexican casserole combines the bold flavors of chili, corn, and black beans, topped with a gooey layer of melted cheese.

Each recipe in this article has been carefully curated to ensure a perfect campfire cooking experience. Whether you're a seasoned camper or a novice cook, our detailed instructions and helpful tips will guide you through the process, ensuring your campfire casserole turns out perfectly. So, gather your ingredients, light the campfire, and prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will create memories to last a lifetime.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CAMPFIRE CASSEROLE



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With three different meats and four kinds of beans, this casserole really satisfies. Serve it with cheese-topped corn bread for a complete meal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound ground beef, cooked and drained
1/2 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/2 pound fully cooked bratwurst links, cut into 1-inch slices
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (16 ounces) pork and beans
1 can (16 ounces) chili beans, undrained
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) lima beans, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. Add beef, bacon and bratwurst. Stir in beans. Pour into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. , Bake, uncovered, until heated through, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts :

MARTY'S CAMPFIRE CASSEROLE



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its fast and easy for me to make. everybody that ive fixed it for wants the recipe. the recipe was given to me from a friend that found it in a cook book that featured the singing cowboy , and marty robbins sent this in. this came from a good friend that gave it to me, he got it from old cookbook that featured the singing cowboys this recipe was sent in by marty robbins. i just love to fix it

Provided by edfergus

Categories     Meat

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2 teaspoons cumin
1 -3 teaspoon ground red pepper (optional)
2 teaspoons oregano
1 -2 potato, shredded with a grater (how many depends on size)
vegetable oil (optional)
6 eggs, beaten
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • brown meat, onion, spices in a large skillet;drain.
  • add the poato to the meat, stir briskly to keep from sticking.
  • add a small amount of vegetable oil if necessary.
  • add eggs to mixture when potatoes are brown.
  • continue to stir until eggs are done.
  • salt and pepper to taste.

CAMPFIRE COFFEE CAN CASSEROLE



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This came from a kids cookbook so it's really easy. If you don't want to, you don't even have to wash the casserole pan when this is gone. You can make this an indoor recipe by cooking it at 350F in a casserole dish in the oven for an hour or so.

Provided by littleturtle

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb ground beef
4 small potatoes
4 small carrots
2 small onions
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Peel the potatoes and carrots with a vegetable peeler, and grate them or cut them into really thin slices.
  • Remove the skins from the onions and cut them into really thin slices.
  • Make four layers in a clean 3 lb coffee can, starting with the ground beef, add the onions, then the potatoes, then the carrots, sprinkling each layer very lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and set in or on the campfire.
  • Cook 30-60 minutes depending on how hot your fire is.

Tips:

  • Use a Dutch oven with a tight-fitting lid to ensure even cooking and prevent the casserole from drying out.
  • Line the bottom of the Dutch oven with foil to make cleanup easier.
  • Cut your vegetables into uniform pieces so that they cook evenly.
  • Don't overcook the casserole, as the vegetables will continue to cook after you remove it from the fire.
  • Serve the casserole hot with your favorite toppings, such as cheese, sour cream, or salsa.

Conclusion:

Campfire casseroles are a delicious and easy way to enjoy a meal outdoors. With a little planning, you can create a hearty and flavorful dish that the whole family will love. So next time you're planning a camping trip, be sure to add a campfire casserole to your menu.

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