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Hobo Dinner Foil Packets

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Hobo Dinner Foil Packets are a hearty, customizable meal made with seasoned ground beef, sliced potatoes, carrots, onions, and optional vegetables, all wrapped in foil and baked until tender and flavorful.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35–45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking / Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 500 g ground beef or ground turkey
  • 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 2 carrots, sliced into rounds
  • 1 small onion, sliced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese (optional)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) or grill to medium heat.
  2. Prepare four large foil sheets and lightly grease them.
  3. Layer sliced potatoes and carrots in the center of each foil sheet.
  4. Add ground beef on top, either crumbled or shaped into patties.
  5. Add onions and bell peppers over the meat.
  6. Drizzle with olive oil or melted butter.
  7. Season with garlic powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  8. Seal foil packets tightly, leaving space for steam.
  9. Bake for 35–45 minutes until potatoes are tender and meat is cooked through.
  10. Open carefully, add cheese if desired, and bake uncovered for 1–2 minutes to melt.
  11. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Slice vegetables thinly for even cooking.
  • Seal foil tightly to trap steam and flavor.
  • Packets can be customized with different vegetables or proteins.
  • Great for camping, grilling, or oven cooking.
  • Let rest slightly before opening to avoid steam burns.

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Find it online: https://savorymomskitchen.com/hobo-dinner-foil-packets/