Memorial Day Camping Recipes

Memorial Day Camping Recipes

Memorial Day is a holiday that was created after the Civil War, and grew in popularity after World War I. It is a day to remember all those that have sacrificed their lives in times of war and give thanks for their bravery. This long weekend over the years has also become a popular holiday to spend with family and friends doing activities such as cooking out, boating, or even camping. Camping is a fun-filled activity that a whole family can enjoy doing together. One fun aspect of camping, whether camping in a tent or staying in an RV, is cooking while camping! Here are some tasty camping recipes perfect for Memorial Day and this special weekend spent with the ones you love the most.

Camping Recipe #1 – Waffle Sandwich

This breakfast treat is a great spin on a family favorite! This camping recipe is the perfect breakfast to wake up to during Memorial Day weekend.

Ingredients

8 frozen waffles (will make 4 servings)

Mini marshmallow

Chocolate Chips

Instructions

1. Grease heavy-duty tinfoil (12 inch square).
2. Put one waffle in tinfoil and sprinkle with marshmallows and chocolate chips.
3. Place another waffle on top (similar to a sandwich).
4. Fold the foil around the sandwich tightly.
5. Grill on medium heat for 10 minutes or until chocolate is melted. You should turn one time.
6. Open tin foil carefully and allow steam to escape. Enjoy your delicious breakfast sandwich!

Camping Recipe #2- Hamburger and Veggie Hobo Pack

When you are camping and celebrating a holiday the last thing you want to worry about is clean up or even doing tons of dishes! Instead opt for this hobo pack – it’s not only yummy but easy to make and clean up.

Ingredients

½ lb ground hamburger meat

Spices and seasonings (to taste)

Mixed Vegetables (your preference)

½ can of cream of mushroom soup

Instructions

1. Mix the seasoning to the meat.
2. Add the chopped vegetables
3. Put the mix into the center of the tin foil and fold.
4. Place on hot coals for 25 minutes or until meat is fully cooked.

Camping Recipe #3- Pineapple Upside Down cake

This dessert is a traditional family favorite! Who knew this could be made even while camping?

Ingredients

1 can pineapples

2 yellow cake mixes

1/2 cup brown sugar

1 square of margarine

1/2 cup pecans

Instructions

1. Mix cake according to the directions on the box.
2. Place Dutch Oven onto heat and melt margarine in the oven.
3. Once margarine is melted add brown sugar and stir.
4. Add pineapples and pecans to create a “glaze”.
5. Add prepared cake mix on top of glaze.
6. Bake over coals for 25 minutes and check every 10 for a golden brown color.
7. Put a pan over container and flip quickly so glaze is on top with pineapple.

These three recipes are great addition to any camping trip during this Memorial Day. These recipes are all easy to do and very delicious!

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