Hobo Dinner Foil Packet
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
475 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Hobo Dinner Foil Packet
Description
The Hobo Dinner Foil Packet recipe features ground beef formed into patties layered on a bed of sliced potatoes, frozen green beans, and corn, complemented by sliced onions and butter. Cooking these packets sealed in foil on medium-high grill heat or a campfire steams and roasts the ingredients simultaneously. The beef patties cook through in about 30 minutes, while the vegetables soften but retain structure. The butter atop the packets melts into the layers, enriching the overall flavor. This hands-off cooking method requires minimal prep and cleanup, making it practical for camping or easy home dinners.
The foil packets can be carefully opened once cooking is complete to reveal a flavorful combination of meat and vegetables with a buttery finish. This dish serves a complete meal with protein, vegetables, and starch all in one portion.
As noted, these packets can alternatively be baked in an oven at 375°F for 45-50 minutes until the beef reaches a safe internal temperature of 160°F, offering a reliable indoor cooking option.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef lean
- 1/2 onion sliced
- 1 cup green beans frozen
- 1 cup corn frozen
- 4 potato peeled and sliced into 1/4" thick slices, small
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Form the beef into four patties and set aside.
- Coat 4 large pieces of heavy duty foil with non-stick cooking spray.
- Place one potato (peeled and sliced) in the middle of each piece of foil.
- Place about 1/4 of the green beans and a 1/4 of the corn on each pile of potatoes.
- Place a beef pattie on top of the vegetables on each piece of foil.
- Top each foil packet with the sliced onions, a tablespoon of butter, and season with salt and pepper.
- Fold up the sides of the foil. Then fold up the other sides to make a foil pack.
- Place on the grill on medium high heat (or a campfire) for approximately 30 minutes or until the hamburger patties are cooked through.
- Open the foil packets carefully and enjoy dinner!
Notes
- This recipe yields four foil packets, perfect for individual servings or group meals.
- For indoor preparation, bake foil packets at 375°F for 45-50 minutes until the beef is fully cooked.
- Use heavy-duty foil and spray with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 475 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 475kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 100mg | 33% |
| Sodium | 483mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 1495mg | 32% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 547IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 49mg | 54% |
| Calcium | 55mg | 6% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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