HOBO KNAPSACKS

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When our children were small, I invented this recipe to take along on trips to the park. We'd grill the packets, then eat the meal right from the foil wrap!-Ann Millhouse, Polo, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 package (10 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 large egg, beaten
1/2 cup tomato juice
1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
Additional salt and pepper, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, tomatoes, onion, mixed vegetables and mushrooms; set aside. , In another large bowl, combine the egg, tomato juice, oats, onion, salt and pepper; crumble beef over the mixture and mix well. Divide meat mixture into six portions; crumble each portion onto an 18x12-in. piece of foil. , Top with vegetable mixture; season with additional salt and pepper if desired. Bring edges of foil together; crimp to seal, forming a packet. Place on baking sheets., Bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 603mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

Rupa Begum
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I would definitely make this recipe again. It was easy to make and tasted great.


Uarda Lipscomb
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This was a fun and easy recipe to make. The results were delicious!


R Akter
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a favorite. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Laiba Malik
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These were a hit at my last camping trip. Everyone loved them!


Adekunle Zubair
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken and vegetables. It's also a fun and unique way to cook.


Lisa Welch
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but these didn't turn out well for me. The chicken was dry and the vegetables were mushy.


Kagiso Magoleng
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This was a fun and easy recipe to make with my kids. We loved the results!


Ramseier Hitamoore
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Not bad, but not great. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Kamesar Sah
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a success. It's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


Benjamin Consider
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These were a little bland for my taste, but I think that's because I didn't add enough seasoning. Other than that, they were a great meal!


Kellary Costa
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I was hesitant to try this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I did! It's now one of my favorite ways to cook chicken.


Abdul Hayee
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This recipe is going into my regular rotation. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Yeboaa Lawrencia
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Definitely making this again! It was so easy to put together and it tasted delicious.


Ronnie wizzy
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These were great! I made them for my kids and they loved them. It was also a really easy and inexpensive meal to make.


Hussain Hoat
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I'm always looking for new ways to make camping meals more fun and interesting, and this recipe definitely delivers. The hobo knapsacks are a great way to add some variety to your camp menu and they are sure to be a hit with everyone.


abdullahi lamido
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I made these last night and they were a HUGE hit with my family! The kids especially loved making them and said it was like their own little campfire meal.


Fabienne Ferlene
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This recipe was an absolute hit! I was looking for a quick and easy meal to make for my family and this fit the bill perfectly. The hobo knapsacks were a fun and unique way to cook and they turned out so flavorful and delicious.