31 Camping Recipes That Aren’t Just S’Mores and Hot Dogs (2024)
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By Alexia Dellner
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Published May 13, 2021
Additional reporting by
Katherine Gillen
Whether you’re hiking the trails, glamping in the desert or exploring your own backyard, you don’t have to sacrifice good food in order to enjoy the great outdoors. These 31 camping recipes (like foil packet fajitas and beer-boiled brats) are a cinch to make and taste just as delicious as what you’d eat in your own kitchen. Now that’s the kind of campfire food that we can get on board with.
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1. Easy Cherry-almond Granola Bars
Behold, a good-for-you snack that’ll fit perfectly into your backpack.
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2. Honey-lime Chicken And Veggies In Foil
These foil packets are delicious and easy to clean up—no plates necessary.
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3. Grilled Corn With Spicy Aioli
Roast your cobs over the coals, then drizzle them with Sriracha aioli.
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4. Make-ahead Mashed Potatoes
Whipping up creamy taters from scratch while camping? No, thanks. Make these at home, then simply reheat over the fire.
They taste even better when cooked over an open flame.
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Alexia Dellner
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Alexia Dellner is an executive editor at PureWow who has over ten years of experience covering a broad range of topics including health, wellness, travel, family, culture and...
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A good assortment of salamis, crackers, cheese, berries, apples, jam/honey, nuts and dried fruit are sure to make everyone happy. Cost Plus World Market is my favorite place for picking up packaged meats and cheeses that don't have to be refrigerated.
A good assortment of salamis, crackers, cheese, berries, apples, jam/honey, nuts and dried fruit are sure to make everyone happy. Cost Plus World Market is my favorite place for picking up packaged meats and cheeses that don't have to be refrigerated.
Flank steak is a long and thin cut of beef, so it doesn't take forever to cook which means it's perfect for camping. Grill the steak for 3 to 5 minutes per side and serve it up with a side of beans—it's that easy!
Normally, the rule of threes contains the following: You can survive three minutes without breathable air (unconsciousness), or in icy water. You can survive three hours in a harsh environment (extreme heat or cold). You can survive three days without drinkable water.
Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches. A classic for a reason, PB&J sandwiches are always a good option when you're looking for an easy no-cook camping food. ...
Potato Salad. Whether you like your potato salad with mayo, vinegar, or sour cream, there's no denying that potato salad and hot dogs are a tried-and-true combination. ...
Place the hot dogs over low heat on a campfire or grill. Let them cook for 10 minutes, check to see that the dough has puffed, then flip over to cook through, about 10 minutes more. Let the hot dogs cool for a few minutes before carefully unwrapping, then serve with ketchup, mustard, relish, and onion.
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