While camping may be fun [1] for you nature lovers out there, one of the comforts of home you and your kids may miss is a seriously delicious meal [2]. However, with some interesting recipes, easy directions, and basic ingredients, you can make a savory meal for the entire family over a campfire [3] or a grilling station. While some may require cookware (a good cast iron skillet [4] is heavy but a must-have on the campground) or slight modifications (but will work just as well!), you'll be on your way to a tasty family meal [5] in no time. Happy camping!
Beef, Corn, and Potato Hobo Packs
All you have to do with these beef, corn, and potato hobo packs [6] is prep your food, wrap everything in aluminium foil, and place it on the grill. They should be done in about 35 minutes!
Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dogs
Hot dogs are a quintessential camping food, but take it up a notch with these bacon-wrapped ones [7]. Easy enough to make over a campfire or a grill (but the bacon should go in a cast iron pan), these dogs will have your family coming back for seconds.
Brie-Stuffed Burgers
A hamburger is pretty easy to make while camping, but go gourmet with these brie-stuffed burgers [8]. You can pre-make them before you leave the house and pack them in a cooler for a quick, easy, delicious campground meal.
S'mores and Reese's Dip
This s'mores and Reese's dip [9] reinvents one of the best campfire treats ever. In go chocolate chips, followed by Reese's peanut butter cups, and top it all off with marshmallows.
Grilled Bananas Foster
If your campground comes equipped with a grill, there is no way this grilled bananas foster [10] should not be made and enjoyed. Simply slice and grill the bananas and cover with a brown sugar/butter/rum combination that you can make in a sautée pan (also on the grill).
Grilled Balsamic Portobello Burgers
These grilled balsamic portobello burgers [11] are perfect for a light lunch. Just add your favourite toppings to finish it off.
Grilled Pork And Mango Skewers
These grilled pork and mango skewers [12] live up to the hype. Just grill and let the juices take over.
Grilled Flank Steak Tacos
Seriously, we have to talk about these grilled flank steak tacos [13]. They can be made from leftover pan-seared steak (see recipe 19) and a few new toppings. Store-bought tortillas or pre-made ones warmed on the grill finish the meal.
Beer Brined Chicken Breasts
Your favourite beer and spice mix turns regular chicken into this awesome beer-brined chicken [14].
Grilled Chicken Thighs and Wings With Barbecue Sauce
If you're looking for easy, just turn to these grilled chicken thighs and wings with barbecue sauce [15]. Just smother with an easy barbecue rub from Iron Chef Cat Cora and grill.