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Recipe for a Foil Packet Meal at the Campground
Follow these step-by-step instructions to create a delicious foil-wrapped meal at the campground!
Ingredients (per foil packet):
- 2 large pieces of heavy-duty aluminum foil
- 1 cup cubed ham (ask the deli to cut a 1" thick slab and cube it)
- ½ cup Alfredo sauce
- ½ cup niblet corn (canned or fresh)
- ½ cup sliced potatoes (thinly sliced)
Instructions:
- Double wrap two sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil, layering them together flat on your prep surface.
- Assemble your packet:
- Place cubed ham in the center of the foil.
- Spoon Alfredo sauce over the ham.
- Add niblet corn and sliced potatoes.
- Fold the packet:
- Fold the foil over the filling, leaving a little air space inside.
- Fold the seam over twice to seal.
- Fold in and roll the ends twice to secure.
- Cooking:
- Place the packet on a preheated campfire grill or charcoal grill.
- Important: If using a campfire, don’t put it directly on the flames or hottest coals. Push coals to the side, lay the packet on the ground, and pack coals around it.
- Cook until you hear sizzling and smell deliciousness—about 15–20 minutes.
- Serve with caution! Carefully open the packet (watch for steam!) and dig into your hot, bubbly, personal campfire meal.
PRO TIP: These are perfect for customizing—try swapping in chicken, adding broccoli, or using pesto instead of Alfredo.
