When it comes to campfire cooking, there are few things more classic than a campfire foil onion. This simple yet delicious dish is a great way to enjoy the flavors of the outdoors, and it's easy enough for even the most novice of campers to make. With just a few ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a campfire foil onion that will be the hit of your next camping trip.
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CAMPFIRE FOIL ONION
Came up this at a cookout. Yummy treat. Can be made in an oven also.
Provided by RIVERVIEW5950
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Onion
Time 25m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Set peeled onion upright on a sheet of foil. Make several deep slices in the onion without cutting completely through the onion.
- Pour butter over the onion. Sprinkle with seasoned salt, salt, pepper, and garlic pepper. Place the onion on a grill directly above a hot campfire, and cook until the onion is soft, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 314.9 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
CAMPFIRE FOIL PACKS
These are easy to make for camping, my husband loves them! We prepare them at home and then leave them in the cooler until we are ready to cook. You can use any combination of meat and vegetables that you like. Do not try to use less olive oil or foil or your dinner will burn. Be careful when opening foil as steam will have formed inside and can burn you.
Provided by Natural Chef Michelle
Categories Side Dish Vegetables
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, or a large zip-top bag, combine the chicken, onion, mushrooms, yellow pepper, red pepper, garlic, and potatoes. Pour in the olive oil and lemon juice, then mix well.
- Evenly divide the mixture between 4 large sheets of aluminum foil. Top each with another sheet of foil, and roll up the edges tightly. Wrap each packet again, securely in another sheet of foil to double wrap.
- Cook in the hot coals of a campfire until the chicken is opaque and the potatoes are tender, around 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.6 calories, Carbohydrate 44.2 g, Cholesterol 65.9 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 92.4 mg, Sugar 6.6 g
CAMPFIRE POTATOES
We like grilling because it's a no-fuss way to make a meal. This pleasing potato recipe is one we use often! The onion, cheddar cheese and Worscestershire sauce combine to make a super side dish for any grilled meat. Plus, cooking in the foil makes cleanup a breeze. -JoAnn Dettbarn, Brainerd, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the potatoes and onion on a large piece of heavy-duty foil (about 20 in. x 20 in.); dot with butter. Combine the cheese, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper; sprinkle over potatoes. , Fold foil up around potatoes and add broth. Seal the edges of foil well. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 35-40 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 245mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
CAMPFIRE ONIONS
"When cooking out, my family prefers these sweet tender onions instead of potatoes," shares Barbara Magruder of Odessa, Missouri. They make an especially flavorful side dish alongside grilled steaks.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut each onion into 12 wedges; divide among eight pieces of double-layered heavy-duty foil (about 12 in. square). Top onions with butter, honey and seasonings. Fold foil to seal packets tightly. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 10 minutes on each side or until onions are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 384mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
HOBO FOIL PACKETS
A twist on classic Hobo Foil Packets uses sausage instead of ground beef, and the standard carrots, onions, and thinly sliced potatoes. A truly comforting, filling, and hearty meal that's great for a no-mess meal or campfire dinner!
Provided by Chelsea Lords
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- PREP: If you are using the oven, preheat it to 400 degrees F. If grilling, prepare the grill by heating to medium-high heat (425-450 degrees F.) Tear off four sheets of heavy-duty foil and lightly spritz with cooking spray. If you aren't going to be cooking this meal in foil packs (See Note 1), line a large sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- PREP VEGGIES: Cut the sausage into coins. Thinly slice the potatoes (about 1/8th inch thick). Thinly slice the carrots and cut large carrot slices in half. Thinly slice the yellow onion. Add the sausage, potatoes, carrots, and onion to a large bowl.
- SEASON: Drizzle in 2 tablespoons of oil and all of the seasonings (Italian seasoning, dried basil, dried parsley, garlic powder, paprika, dried thyme, and salt and pepper). Add salt and pepper to personal preference (I add 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper). Toss everything together until well combined.
- DIVIDE: Divide the mixture evenly among the four prepared sheets of foil. Cut the butter into 1 tablespoon pieces and cut each tablespoon piece into 4 smaller pieces. Add four pieces of butter to the foil packs (1 tablespoon per foil pack). Seal the foil packs tightly so no air escapes, but do not double wrap the foil (use only one sheet of foil per pack, or the cooking time will be off). To seal the foil packet, bring the short sides together in the middle and gently fold down to completely seal. Then, roll up the ends.
- COOK: Grill for 20-30 minutes or until veggies are fork tender (flip the foil packs at the halfway point). To bake foil packs, place foil packs on a sheet pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until veggies are fork tender. Campfire cooking: add to hot coals and cook for 20-30 minutes. Be aware they can take up to 40-45 minutes depending on the actual temperature of the coals, actual thickness of cut veggies, outside temperatures, how many foil packs are on the coals, etc. There is great variance in cooking these over coals.
- GARNISH: Carefully open the foil pack, watching for steam to be released. If desired, garnish with fresh herbs (we like fresh thyme) and serve with ketchup drizzled over everything or on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 530 kcal, ServingSize 4 servings, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Protein 12.4 g, Fat 42.3 g, Cholesterol 91.8 mg, Sodium 659.4 mg, Fiber 5.3 g, Sugar 6 g
Tips:
- Choose the right onions: Select medium to large yellow or white onions for a sweet and mild flavor. Avoid using red onions as they tend to be too pungent.
- Prepare the onions properly: Remove the outer layer of the onion and cut off the top 1/4 inch. Use a sharp knife to score an "X" pattern in the root end of the onion, this will help the onion cook evenly.
- Season generously: Sprinkle the onions with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices. You can also add a knob of butter, a drizzle of olive oil, or a splash of balsamic vinegar for extra flavor.
- Wrap tightly in foil: Use heavy-duty aluminum foil to wrap the onions individually. Make sure to seal the foil packets tightly to prevent the juices from escaping.
- Cook over medium heat: Place the foil packets on a grate over a medium-hot campfire. Cook for 20-30 minutes, or until the onions are tender and caramelized.
Conclusion:
Campfire foil onions are a simple yet delicious side dish that can be enjoyed by campers of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that is sure to become a campfire favorite. So next time you're planning a camping trip, be sure to add campfire foil onions to your menu!
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