Camping Meals That You Can Cook Around The Campfire

Citrus Trout3-4 lb lake troutSalt
1 orangePepper
1 lemonGarlic Powder
1 limeYou have 4 choices to start with......
salt & pepper1) Substitute canned whole potatoes for fresh
butter & oilHow to Prepare:2) Pre-boil the potatoes at home before going
Gut fish and remove head. Thinly slice the lemon,camping
orange and lime. Lightly rub the cavity of the fish3) Use a regular campstove to boil the potatoes
with salt. Place fruit slices in cavity with a couple4) Have a hot enough fire going to boil the
of dabs of butter. Lightly oil the outside of the fishpotatoes in the kettle (this is the one I usually do,
and wrap in tin foil making sure of a good seal.but I'm really into the outdoor cooking thing....)Once
Cook on each side for about 10 mins. Fish willyou figure out which one you are going to do, put
flake off the bones.Camping Cassarole2 cartonsmashed potatoes , ham, and enough milk to
Egg Substitute (approx. 10 oz. each).make it paste-like. Add 1 more cup milk. Add the
1 can evaporated milk (low fat or fat free).rest of the potatoes, onion, and celery. Slowly
Low fat sausage (such as Jimmy Dean's 50%cook until all the veggies are soft. Season to taste
less fat). You can also use a little bacon or both.during this time. You may need to add water
6-7 slices bread (any kind).while it is slowly cooking to keep the texture you
1 - 1 1/2 cup Low fat shredded cheddar cheese.desire (milk works as well) This should serve
1-2 tsp. dry mustard.between 4-6 adults. If you need to serve more
Any vegetables like onions or mushroomsthan this, just figure for every 2 additional people,
(sauteedjust add 3 more potatoes (2 cubed, 1 mashed).
with sausage).The other veggies are up to your taste.*
salt and pepper to taste.Chunked means that the veggies don't have to
dash or two of cayenne pepper.How to Prepare:be chopped in equal chunks. The whole idea is to
Spray a 9x13 pan with Pam or brush with meltedmake this meal look and taste homemade.Hunter's
butter (for camping I use the Glad Oven WareStew(Also called Soldiers' Stew, Camp Stew)7
pans that are disposable). Tear bread up into smallLbs.Extra lean ground beef (Or any of the
pieces and put in bottom of pan. Cook sausage,following may be tried)
breaking it up while cooking it and put on top ofDiced boneless pork chops
bread in bottom of pan. In a bowl, mix eggs withGround pork breakfast sausage
milk and spices and cheese. Pour over bread andDiced cooked ham
sausage. Cover and leave in refrigerator or iceDiced lamb
chest for 24 hours.This can be cooked in aDiced cooked boneless chicken breasts
camper oven, on a camping stove, or on aDiced cooked turkey breast
barbeque (Careful if using plastic oven ware, it can4 large diced potatoes
melt). If cooked in an oven, cook on 350 degree4 cans tomato puree
for 40-50 minutes. If cooked on barbeque or5 cans tomato sauce
camp stove, just keep checking and cook until1 can whole kernel corn, drained
eggs appear done all the way through, especially1 can green beans, drained
in the middle of casserole.This recipe is great1 can peas, drained
tasting and can be made at home before you go1 can diced carrots, drained
camping.BBQ Pork Ribs1 pkg boneless pork1 can lima beans, drained
tenderloin for bbq3 large onions, diced
it usually comes sliced,if not cut the loin into3 cloves garlic, finely diced
pieces that resemble ribs.3 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 bottle terriaki sauce or your favorite marinade3 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
or bbq sauce.3 Tbsp chili powder
1 clove chopped garlic+1 tsp chopped ginger(ifBrown the ground beef. Drain the fat from the
desired)ground beef. Put the ground beef in a good-sized
1 heavy duty ziplock bag or container topot. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Put on
marinade in.How to Prepare:fire or camp stove and bring to a slight boil.
Marinade the meat for as long as you can inSimmer for 10-15 minutes. Ready to serve.Fresh
fridge or cooler(if in the cooler make sure youFried Trout2 lb Fresh Trout (without heads, tails,
seal the container well. If it leaks its real messy)Iand fins)
find 24hrs is perfect. Cook on med/low bbq;2 c Milk
turning meat as it cooks to desired doneness. This1/4 c Flour
can also be prepared in the oven. Just line a1/2 c Butter
baking pan with foil,bake at 425 for about 20-252 tbsp Lemon Juice
mins or until meat is 160F with meat2 tbsp Chopped Parsley
thermometer.Fish Stew1 lg pot of rawLemon Wedges
potatoes,cut in 1/4'sSalt
1 handful of peppercornsBlack Pepper
sprinkle saltSeason the milk to taste with salt and black
Fish, cut in chunkspepper. Soak the trout in the mixture for at least
1 lg tin of carnation milkHow to Prepare:5 mins. Remove the trout from the mixture and
Boil potatoes 10 min.with the peppercorns & salt.thoroughly coat it with flour. Place the skillet on
Place fish pieces on top of potatoes.Cover &hot coals and melt the butter in it. Place the trout
simmer 15 min. till done. Add the carnation, heatin the skillet and brown each side. Raise the skillet
gently. DON'T BOIL! Serve with ryejust above the hot coals using 2 sticks of the
bread.Campfire ChickenSplit chicken breastsame size. Sprinkle the trout on both sides with
Red potatoes (cut in half)lemon juice and finish cooking it (the trout should
Carrots (cut in half)flake easily when done - approx 8 mins. depending
Onion (cut in half)on the heat of your coals). Sprinkle the trout with
Plum tomato (cut in half)the chopped parsley and serve with the lemon
Place the above ingredients into aluminum foilwedges on the side.* This recipe is works really
sheets, make into pocket. You can add somewell with any variety of trout. I feel that when
seasonings . Bake in the oven or over a campfire.you use freshly caught trout it tastes even
You can also add a small piece of corn on thebetter!Campfire Tuna Surprise1 can Tuna (drained)
cob. This is great - it's a I full meal but no pots or
dishes to wash. Great for camping.Grilled Salmon11 can Cream Of Mushroom Soup
1/2 lbs. salmon1 can Chow Mein Noodles (5oz size)
1/2 soy sauce1 can Cashews (small can)
1/2 cup olive oil1/2 cup Green Onions (chopped)
4 cloves chopped garlic1/2 cup Celery (chopped)
Combine oil, soy sauce and garlic and marinate2/3 cup Milk
salmon for 1 hour. Cook salmon over the fire andPut everything in a heavy saucepan and place on
you're in for a tastebud treat. Use the samehot coals. Stirring often, cook until the onions are
ingredients and marinate some of your favoritesoft. Serve with some type of bread on the side.
veggies and cook them over the fire for aCould a casserole get any easier? Try making this
wonderful side to go with the salmon.Kettleat home as wellTater Taco Time1 lb Ground Beef
DogsBest when cooked in a kettle suspended on
a tripod over a campfire...8-10 Hot Dogs1/4 cup White Onion (chopped)
1-12oz can Chili Beans1/4 cup Green Pepper (chopped)
1 pkg Chili Seasonings3 cans Sliced Potatoes (drained)
1 16+oz jar Mild or Hot Chunky Salsa (as chunky2 cups Tomato Juice
as you can find is best)3/4 cup Water
Water1 pouch Taco Seasoning Mix
Add everything (including the juice from the chili1 cup Sour Cream
bean can) except the water. Add water to the1 tbsp Fresh Parsley (minced)
desired thickness you want. Let it slowly cook1/2 tsp Salt
until you can't stand how good it smells anymore.Place a large heavy skillet over hot coals and
I usually will allow it to simmer over a lowcook beef, onion, and green pepper until done.
campfire for 1 1/2 - 2 hours.Kettle Ham &Drain off excess fat. mix in the water, taco
PotatoesBest when cooked over an open fire in apouch, and salt. Raise skillet a little to allow the
kettle hanging on a tripod1lb Picnic Ham (chunked)beef mixture to simmer for 3 mins. Add potatoes
- (turkey ham is ok, but not as good)and tomato juice and mix well. Cover the skillet
6 Potatoes (4 chunked - 2 mashed)and simmer for another 15 mins. Remove from
1 Onion (chunked)heat. Combine the sour cream and parsley.
2 Stalks Celery (chunked)Spread the sour cream mixture over the top.
MilkCover and let stand for 5 mins. Serves approx. 6
Wateradults.