Camping trips are always better with good eats. And when we can keep the recipes simple, there’s more time to enjoy the outdoors. Check out these genius food hacks you’ll want to remember for your next getaway: Cinnamon Bun It doesn’t get any easier than this: purchase (or make) some cinnamon buns ahead of time. [...]

Everyone loves delicious lasagna made from scratch. Here’s how to make this sometimes-complicated pasta dish with basic ingredients, at camp. The measurements for this recipe accommodate a 12-inch (6 quart) Dutch oven.  Makes 6-8 servings. Equipment: Ingredients: Steps:

Treat your camping companions to freshly baked banana bread and brewed coffee when they wake. This simple recipe is fail-safe and delicious every time.  Makes 12 servings. Equipment: Ingredients: Steps:

“Bannock”; it’s not just a made-up word that shows up as a stumbling block in a sixth-grade spelling bee. It’s the original North American camping bread with heritage attributed to native northern tribes such as the Nunavut and the Cree. Bannock ingredients are simple and exceedingly portable. It can be quickly prepared in camp and [...]

Show off your gourmet skills with this delicious chicken-and-mushroom one-pot meal. This dish gets a flavorful kick from a touch of Dijon mustard and red pepper flakes. Serve it with pre-made biscuits or pasta. Makes 4 servings Equipment: 12 inch cast iron skillet Ingredients: Steps: Variation: Feeding someone who doesn’t like mushrooms? Substitute any number [...]

This cheesy dish is perfect for campfire cookers and cast-iron skillets, as the noodles will pick up a nice smoky flavor from the fire and crispy edges from the pan. Experiment with different cheeses in this recipe, just think about flavors that play nicely together, such as Gruyère, Monterey Jack, and American.  Serves 6 as [...]

Whether roughing it or getting ready to go glamping there are ways to make the outdoors even more enjoyable. Among the activities that you are going to have to figure out — regardless of your style preference — is eating on the regular. And no matter your preference packing less is almost always a benefit [...]

Keto Onion Cheeseburger BOMBS This super easy, tinfoil meal will be your new favorite camping & grilling go-to. They can be prepped ahead of time, and you can just change up your seasoning to add a different twist to the flavor each time. Prep time: 15 mins Cook time: 30 mins Ingredients: 2 pounds ground beef 3/4 cup grated [...]

Mac and cheese is one of the all-time best comfort foods. What could be better than cooking it up over your campfire to share with family and friends? REI shares this recipe for *spicy* mac and cheese, which can definitely be done sans jalapeños and hot sauce if you prefer it without the heat. Enjoy! [...]

There are some fish recipes that look so good, you can’t help but bookmark them for your next big catch. Watch as this simple fillet turns into a delicious meal for a whole dinner party when tomatoes, onions and mangos are used for that exciting and natural flavor.