Best 6 Hobos Delight Recipes

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Hobo Delight is a classic campfire dish that is easy to make and always a hit with a crowd. It is a one-pot meal that is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand. The basic recipe includes ground beef, potatoes, onions, and canned corn, but there are many variations that you can try. Some popular additions include cheese, beans, and peppers. Hobo Delight is a hearty and filling meal that is perfect for a camping trip, a backyard barbecue, or a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover ingredients. In this article, you will find three different recipes for Hobo Delight, so you can find the one that best suits your taste.

The first recipe is for a classic Hobo Delight that is made with ground beef, potatoes, onions, and canned corn. The second recipe is for a vegetarian version that is made with tofu, potatoes, onions, and canned corn. The third recipe is for a spicy version that is made with ground beef, potatoes, onions, canned corn, and chili peppers. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under an hour. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give Hobo Delight a try!

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HOBO DELIGHT



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Provided by Midwest Living

Categories     Food

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 egg, lightly beaten
¾ cup crushed saltine crackers
¼ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 pound lean ground beef
Nonstick cooking spray
2 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes
2 cups carrots, peeled and diced or shredded
1 10.75 ounce can condensed cream of chicken soup
¼ cup milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine egg, crackers, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce and salt. Add ground beef; mix well. Shape meat mixture into four 3/4-inch patties.
  • Tear off four 36x18-inch sheets of heavy foil; fold in half to make 18-inch squares. Lightly coat one side of each 18-inch piece with cooking spray. On sprayed surface, place a patty in the center of each foil piece; top each with 1/2 cup potatoes and 1/2 cup carrots.
  • In a small bowl, combine chicken soup and milk. Spoon soup mixture evenly over vegetable mixture. Bring up two opposite edges of foil and seal with a double fold. Fold remaining edges together to completely enclose, leaving space for steam to build.
  • For a charcoal grill, arrange medium-hot coals around the edge of the grill for indirect grilling. Test for medium heat in center of grill. Place foil packets on grill rack in the center of the grill. Cover and grill for 25 to 30 minutes or until done (160°F). (For a gas grill, preheat grill. Reduce heat to medium. Adjust for indirect heating. Place foil packets on the unlit side. Cover and grill as above.)
  • To serve, carefully open the foil packets to allow steam to escape. If you like, transfer patties, vegetables and sauce from packets to dinner plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 543 calories, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 128 mg, Fat 24 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 1592 mg, Sugar 8 g

HOBO'S DELIGHT



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This recipe combines hamburgers with onions, baby carrots, and potatoes in individually cooked foil packets. This makes clean up a snap, and keeps the grill clean, too. This also works well with round steaks.

Provided by Michelle

Categories     Everyday Cooking

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds lean ground beef
1 onion, sliced
1 (16 ounce) package baby carrots
4 potatoes, peeled and sliced
seasoned salt to taste
salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for medium-high heat.
  • Form the ground beef into individual patties, and place each patty on a piece of foil large enough to hold the patty and some vegetables. Layer each patty with onion slices, carrots, and potato slices. Season with seasoned salt, salt, and pepper to taste. Wrap foil around food, and seal each packet tightly.
  • Grill 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender. Carefully open each packet (the steam that escapes will be very hot), and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 88.5 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 30.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 324.8 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

HOBO DELIGHT



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Number Of Ingredients 20

2 pounds ground beef
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 teaspoons oregano
4 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cumin seed
1 tablespoon minced onion
2 cloves garlic
3 (6-ounce) cans tomato paste
2 (8-ounce) cans tomato sauce
5 cans water
1 cup Minute rice
1 large package Fritos
1 pound shredded cheese
1 head lettuce, cut up
3 cups tomatoes, cut up
1 cup sliced dark olives
1 cup chopped green onions
1 pint sour cream
picante sauce

Steps:

  • Fry ground beef; drain off fat. Add chili powder, oregano, sugar, salt, cumin seed, minced onion, minced garlic, tomato paste and sauce, water, and rice. Bring to a boil. Simmer for 40 minutes. To serve, put in separate dishes in this order: Fritos, meat mixture, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, olives, green onions, sour cream, and picante sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

HOBO'S DELIGHT



Hobo's Delight image

This recipe combines hamburgers with onions, baby carrots, and potatoes in individually cooked foil packets. This makes clean up a snap, and keeps the grill clean, too. This also works well with round steaks.

Provided by Michelle

Categories     Everyday Cooking

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds lean ground beef
1 onion, sliced
1 (16 ounce) package baby carrots
4 potatoes, peeled and sliced
seasoned salt to taste
salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for medium-high heat.
  • Form the ground beef into individual patties, and place each patty on a piece of foil large enough to hold the patty and some vegetables. Layer each patty with onion slices, carrots, and potato slices. Season with seasoned salt, salt, and pepper to taste. Wrap foil around food, and seal each packet tightly.
  • Grill 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender. Carefully open each packet (the steam that escapes will be very hot), and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 88.5 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 30.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 324.8 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

HOBO DINNERS FOR CAMPERS



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This is what we make for our annual family canoe camp-out in northern Wisconsin. Ingredients can be customized for picky eaters or embellished for hearty eaters! Cooking time will depend somewhat on the heat in the coals.

Provided by Debber

Categories     Stew

Time 45m

Yield 2 cup packets, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 pieces heavy-duty aluminum foil (rectangular)
4 potatoes, peeled
4 carrots, peeled
4 large mushrooms (optional)
1 lb hamburger, divided (or stew meat)
1 onion, quartered (optional)
4 garlic cloves (optional)
2 teaspoons beef base, divided (bouillon)
4 tablespoons butter, divided
salt & pepper
dried herbs
8 tablespoons water, divided

Steps:

  • Lay FOUR foil pieces along counter or on table top (set other four pieces aside).
  • In center of foil, dice one potato and carrot; slice one mushroom.
  • Crumble one-fourth of the hamburger over the 'shroom.
  • Slice or mince one-quarter of the onion over the burger.
  • Press one clove of garlic over the onion.
  • Add half a teaspoon of beef base to the mound.
  • Snip up one tablespoon of butter over each pile.
  • Sprinkle on salt & pepper and any herbs (basil, parsley, thyme, oregano) you like.
  • Bring ends of foil to center, then make small folds (twice) to lock in the top. Wrap ONE end up, roll end tightly.
  • Lift packet up and gently shake goodies to compress.
  • Add 2 tablespoons of water to the open end, then carefully fold and roll up the open end.
  • Set rolled packet into center of SECOND sheet of foil and wrap again. This prevents any gravy-juice from sneaking out.
  • Over indirect campfire/grill or rake campfire coals over -- cook 30 minutes (check to be sure spuds are soft).
  • OPEN CAREFULLY as the inside will be steamy and HOT!
  • Serve from inner foil or transfer to a plate.
  • BRILLIANT IDEA: Freeze the packets after wrapping -- then they'll stay nice and cold longer when you get to your campsite, and can be served the second night out.
  • OPTIONAL INGREDIENTS: frozen broccoli or mixed veggies; fresh corn, beans, or peas.
  • SAUCE IT UP: Add about 1/8 to 1/4 cup of cream of 'shroom/celery soup for a nice gravy/sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 507.6, Fat 24.8, SaturatedFat 12.3, Cholesterol 106.6, Sodium 218, Carbohydrate 43.1, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 4.4, Protein 28.5

HOBO'S DELIGHT



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I don't know who came up with the colorful name for this recipe (from an old church cookbook), but it's sort of like sloppy joes with more substance and not in a sandwich. Served on Fritos and topped with shredded lettuce, cheese, and ranch dressing. It's not fancy, but it is a tasty and easy to prepare home-cookin' dish.

Provided by LexingtonMom

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb ground beef
1/2 onion, chopped
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 cups water
2 tablespoons sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Accent seasoning
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup white rice
0.5 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
Fritos corn chips
shredded lettuce
shredded cheddar cheese
ranch dressing

Steps:

  • Cook and drain beef.
  • Add all other ingredients except toppings (last 4 ingredients).
  • Simmer until rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • To serve, place a handful of Fritos on plate, ladle meat sauce over Fritos, and top with lettuce, cheese, and Ranch.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.8, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 51.4, Sodium 970.9, Carbohydrate 25.3, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 10.4, Protein 18.4

Tips:

  • Choose hearty, flavorful ingredients: Since hobo dinners are cooked in a single pot without many added seasonings, it's important to use ingredients that have bold flavors on their own. Meats like sausage, bacon, and ham all add a lot of flavor, as do vegetables like onions, peppers, and mushrooms.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: Hobo dinners are best when the ingredients have room to cook evenly. If you overcrowd the pot, the food will steam instead of fry and won't develop as much flavor.
  • Cook over medium heat: Hobo dinners should be cooked over medium heat so that the ingredients have time to cook through without burning.
  • Stir occasionally: Stir the hobo dinner occasionally to ensure that the ingredients cook evenly and don't stick to the pot.
  • Serve immediately: Hobo dinners are best served immediately after they are cooked. This is when they are at their most flavorful and the ingredients are still crispy.

Conclusion:

Hobo dinners are a quick, easy, and delicious way to enjoy a meal outdoors. They are perfect for camping, picnics, or any other time you want a simple, yet satisfying meal. With a little planning and a few simple ingredients, you can create a hobo dinner that everyone will love.

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