Best 4 Hobo Dinners For Campers Recipes

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**Savor the Flavors of the Great Outdoors with Hobo Dinners: A Culinary Adventure for Campers**

As the sun sets, casting a warm glow upon the campsite, the tantalizing aroma of a hobo dinner fills the air, beckoning campers to gather around the crackling campfire. This unique cooking method, passed down through generations, offers a delightful and convenient way to prepare a hearty and flavorful meal while enjoying the beauty of nature.

Embark on a culinary journey with a diverse selection of hobo dinner recipes curated especially for campers. From the classic hobo stew, brimming with tender beef, vegetables, and a rich broth, to the vegetarian delight of hobo foil packets packed with colorful veggies and aromatic herbs, each recipe promises a symphony of flavors.

Indulge in the smoky goodness of hobo salmon, where succulent fillets are enveloped in a flavorful marinade and cooked to perfection, absorbing the essence of the campfire. For a sweet treat, try the hobo apple cobbler, a delightful dessert that combines sweet apples, warm spices, and a crispy crust.

With its ease of preparation and cleanup, a hobo dinner is the perfect choice for campers seeking a hassle-free and enjoyable meal. Gather your ingredients, wrap them in aluminum foil, and let the campfire work its magic, transforming simple ingredients into a feast fit for the wilderness.

So, embrace the spirit of adventure, pack your supplies, and embark on a culinary expedition with these hobo dinner recipes. Let the campfire be your kitchen, the stars your ceiling, and the wilderness your dining room as you savor the unique and unforgettable flavors of a hobo dinner under the open sky.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CAMPFIRE HOBO DINNER



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In the sixties I was a Camp Fire Girl and this is a recipe we learned to make and cook over a campfire. We made ours with a pork chop, potatoes, carrots and onion. I've tried to revise it so you can use any of your families favorite vegetables and meat. You could make these before you leave home and put them in a waterproof container in your ice chest. List of meats that work good: chicken tenders, smoked sausage slices, ground beef patties, ground turkey patties, thin boneless pork chops. List of vegetables that work good: carrots, green beans, corn, mixed vegetables, etc. (Vegetables can be fresh, frozen or canned). Be creative!

Provided by Darla Emerson

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4 Hobo Dinners, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 lb meat
1 cup potato, sliced
1 cup carrot, sliced
1/2 cup onion, sliced
4 teaspoons butter
garlic powder
salt
pepper
cooking spray
aluminum foil

Steps:

  • Spray 18-inch square of aluminum foil with cooking spray.
  • Place 1/4 of the meat in center of foil.
  • Place 1/4 of the vegetables on top of meat.
  • Season with butter, salt, garlic powder and pepper to taste.
  • Fold top and sides of foil several times to seal food.
  • THREE WAYS TO COOK: Always place seam side up when cooking. You may want to double wrap if cooking on a campfire or grill.
  • •CAMPFIRE: Place on hot coals near the edge of your campfire and allow to cook 25-30 minutes, or until meat is done.
  • •GRILL: Place on medium/hot grill for 40 minutes; rotate 1/2 way through cook time.
  • •OVEN: Preheat oven to 350°F Place on cookie sheet or cooking stone; bake for 30 to 45 minutes, or until meat is done.
  • OPEN CAREFULLY!

HOBO DINNERS FOR CAMPERS



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This is what we make for our annual family canoe camp-out in northern Wisconsin. Ingredients can be customized for picky eaters or embellished for hearty eaters! Cooking time will depend somewhat on the heat in the coals.

Provided by Debber

Categories     Stew

Time 45m

Yield 2 cup packets, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 pieces heavy-duty aluminum foil (rectangular)
4 potatoes, peeled
4 carrots, peeled
4 large mushrooms (optional)
1 lb hamburger, divided (or stew meat)
1 onion, quartered (optional)
4 garlic cloves (optional)
2 teaspoons beef base, divided (bouillon)
4 tablespoons butter, divided
salt & pepper
dried herbs
8 tablespoons water, divided

Steps:

  • Lay FOUR foil pieces along counter or on table top (set other four pieces aside).
  • In center of foil, dice one potato and carrot; slice one mushroom.
  • Crumble one-fourth of the hamburger over the 'shroom.
  • Slice or mince one-quarter of the onion over the burger.
  • Press one clove of garlic over the onion.
  • Add half a teaspoon of beef base to the mound.
  • Snip up one tablespoon of butter over each pile.
  • Sprinkle on salt & pepper and any herbs (basil, parsley, thyme, oregano) you like.
  • Bring ends of foil to center, then make small folds (twice) to lock in the top. Wrap ONE end up, roll end tightly.
  • Lift packet up and gently shake goodies to compress.
  • Add 2 tablespoons of water to the open end, then carefully fold and roll up the open end.
  • Set rolled packet into center of SECOND sheet of foil and wrap again. This prevents any gravy-juice from sneaking out.
  • Over indirect campfire/grill or rake campfire coals over -- cook 30 minutes (check to be sure spuds are soft).
  • OPEN CAREFULLY as the inside will be steamy and HOT!
  • Serve from inner foil or transfer to a plate.
  • BRILLIANT IDEA: Freeze the packets after wrapping -- then they'll stay nice and cold longer when you get to your campsite, and can be served the second night out.
  • OPTIONAL INGREDIENTS: frozen broccoli or mixed veggies; fresh corn, beans, or peas.
  • SAUCE IT UP: Add about 1/8 to 1/4 cup of cream of 'shroom/celery soup for a nice gravy/sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 507.6, Fat 24.8, SaturatedFat 12.3, Cholesterol 106.6, Sodium 218, Carbohydrate 43.1, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 4.4, Protein 28.5

CAMPER'S HOBO DINNER



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My kids had this at their summer camp. My version's a bit easier, they had to peel the potatoes with their teeth!

Provided by Marla Jones

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 1 package

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large potato, peeled & diced
1 large carrot, peeled & diced
1 medium onion, sliced
1 frozen hamburger patty
1 teaspoon seasoning salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Place veggies and hamburger pattie in middle of large sheet of aluminum foil.
  • Sprinkle with seasoned salt.
  • Bring up the two long sides of the foil to meet above the food, fold (crimp) the foil several times until it is snug against the food.
  • Fold (crimp) the short ends of the foil several times until snug against the food.
  • This will seal the food in and prevent leakage.
  • Place package directly on hot charcoal and cook for about 15 to 20 minutes each side (or, you can place package in a 350-degree oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour).
  • Make as many packages as needed.

EASY HOBO TIN FOIL DINNER RECIPE



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These easy hobo tin-foil dinner packs will be what your kids remember eating while camping for years to come!

Provided by Steph Loaiza

Categories     Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound steak (or ground beef)
4 potatoes (peeled and cubed)
2 cups carrots (thinly sliced)
1 onion (diced)
salt and pepper, to taste
Worcestershire sauce (to taste)
½ cup barbecue sauce
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Use a large square piece of aluminum foil for each tin foil dinner. Spray foil with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Separate ground beef into 4 equal patties, or steak into 4 servings, and place in the center of each piece of foil.
  • Divide potatoes, carrots, and onion evenly between all 4 dinners and place on top of meat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, to taste. Pour a few dashes of Worcestershire sauce on top of each dinner and fold foil up tightly around the entire meal.
  • Cook on a grill on medium-high heat or an open fire for 25-30 minutes, or until vegetables and meat are cooked through.
  • Open foil carefully and top with BBQ sauce and shredded cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 565 kcal, Carbohydrate 61 g, Protein 30 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 92 mg, Sodium 590 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 18 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips for Making Perfect Hobo Dinners:

  • Choose the right ingredients: Select fresh, flavorful ingredients that will hold up well over the campfire.
  • Use heavy-duty foil: Heavy-duty foil will prevent the food from burning and will help to keep the heat in.
  • Layer the ingredients carefully: Place the ingredients in layers, starting with the vegetables on the bottom and the protein on top. This will help the food to cook evenly.
  • Seal the foil packet tightly: Crimp the edges of the foil packet tightly to prevent steam from escaping. This will help the food to cook quickly and evenly.
  • Cook over a medium-hot fire: Place the foil packet over a medium-hot fire and cook for the recommended amount of time. Do not cook over a high fire, as this could burn the food.
  • Let the food rest before eating: Once the food is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before opening the foil packet. This will allow the juices to redistribute and will help to keep the food from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Hobo dinners are a delicious and easy way to cook over a campfire. With a little planning and preparation, you can create a variety of tasty meals that will please everyone in your group. So next time you're camping, be sure to give hobo dinners a try!

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