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Easy Flavor-Packed Hobo Dinner Foil Packets Perfect for Quick Camping Meals

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This easy flavor-packed hobo dinner foil packets recipe combines tender beef, roasted veggies, and savory seasonings for a quick, fuss-free meal perfect for camping or busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended)
  • 1 lb baby potatoes, halved (small red or Yukon gold)
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter, cut into small cubes
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your cooking surface: If using an oven, set to 400°F (200°C). For a grill or campfire, get your coals medium-hot—about 350-400°F (175-200°C).
  2. Prep the veggies: Wash and halve baby potatoes, slice carrots, chop green pepper, and dice the onion. Mince garlic cloves finely.
  3. Mix the filling: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, potatoes, carrots, green pepper, onion, and garlic. Drizzle olive oil over everything.
  4. Season well: Add smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. If using Worcestershire sauce, toss it in now. Mix everything gently but thoroughly until well combined.
  5. Prepare foil packets: Tear off four sheets of heavy-duty foil (about 12×12 inches each). Divide the mixture evenly among them, piling it in the center.
  6. Add butter cubes: Place a few small butter cubes on top of each packet’s filling.
  7. Seal packets tightly: Fold the foil over the filling and crimp edges to seal completely, making sure no steam escapes during cooking.
  8. Cook the packets: Place on grill grates or a baking sheet in the oven. Cook for about 25-30 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender and beef is cooked through (internal temp should reach 160°F / 71°C).
  9. Rest and serve: Let packets rest for 5 minutes before carefully opening. Serve right from foil or transfer to plates.

Notes

If potatoes are large, cut smaller to ensure even cooking. Don’t skip the butter as it melts into a delicious sauce. Seal foil tightly but not too tight to avoid bursting. Bring extra foil when camping. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen before cooking for up to 2 months.

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