Lisa Benjamin - Foil Packet Cookbook: A Complete Camping Cookbook With Great Camp Recipes For Outdoor Cooking

Foil Packet Cooking Cookbook

F oil packet cooking is a technique that involves cooking food by placing it within wrapped aluminum foil.

Foil packet cooking is both healthy and easy and is ideal for bachelors. Foil cooking is also ideal for camping trips and those looking to cook a one-pot hassle free meal.

The technique is healthier than regular cooking methods as the nutrients remain intact within the foil wrap.

In this book, we will look at easy foil packet recipes that you can try out.

Let us begin.

F irst and foremost, I thank you for choosing this book and hope you have a good time reading it.

In this chapter, we will look at what foil packet cooking refers to and give you a few tips on making the most of the technique.

Foil packet cooking refers to making use of aluminum foil to cook your food. The food is wrapped in the foil or placed in aluminum boxes. Either way, you will have the chance to trap latent heat within the foil, which will cook the food easily.

As mentioned earlier, you can preserve the nutrients in the food by making use of this technique and foil packet cooking is a great way to cook healthy food for your family members.

Here are some tips that you can bear in mind.

• Make sure you make use of a thick foil to begin with. You dont want tears and holes in the foil while cooking. It is a good idea for you to layer it up in order to have better insulation.
• You can make use of a spray to help the sides of the foil stick to each other. You can also use some oil to serve the same purpose.
• Remember to always pack the meat at the very bottom of the foil. This will ensure that it cooks evenly and does not remain raw. You can place the other layers on top of the meat. It is a good idea to place moist vegetables on top of meats in order to help the former remain moist and not dry out.
• Remember that the foil will never go on top of raw fire. You will end up burning it. Instead, it will go on coal that is hot enough to cook the food within it.
• There is no standard cooking time that exists when it comes to foil packet cooking. It depends on what is being cooked. The time varies between meats and vegetables.
• You have to make use of appropriate safety precautions while operating hot aluminum. Using gloves is a must as the foil can trap a lot of heat within it. You have to supervise your children when they are cooking with aluminum foils.
• Most recipes dont require oil as the heat from within cooks everything fast and evenly. But if you wish to use something to coat the food then pick one that heats up slowly and gently releases it flavor. Olive oil is a good choice to make.
• You might have to leave the bits and pieces as big as possible since everything will mostly shrink. Cutting them too small might cause them to lose their texture.
• You have to preheat the grill, oven, coal etc. Only then will you be able to cook everything as fast as possible.
• You can further enhance the flavor of the dish by throwing some of the aromatics onto the coal. For example, throwing a lemon wedge or a few thyme leaves over the coal will help you help enhance the flavor of the dish.
• It is better to make use of individual aluminum bowls while making food for individuals. You can save all the take away bowls and use them for the purpose.
• This is a hassle free way of cooking, as you can simple discard the foils and dont have to worry about washing up later. The aluminum bowls however, can be washed and reused.
• Preparing a meal plan in advance can further help you save on time and effort. You will have the chance to prepare a healthy meal with less effort put in.
• You can make use of tin foil cooking to come up with healthy meals. Make use of ingredients that are good for your health including fresh vegetables, grass fed butter etc.
• You can also easily store the dish. All you have to do is wrap the foil tightly and place it in the fridge or freezer. It will keep well and you can simply reheat to use it whenever you like.
• Your camping trips will be more fun when you take up foil cooking. You can prep all the ingredients beforehand and then use the campfire to do the requisite cooking. Children will especially enjoy customizing their own food.

These form the various tips to bear in mind while indulging in foil packet cooking.

H ere are easy foil packet savory recipes that you can try out.

I ngredients

• cup good quality barbecue sauce
• cup honey
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 4 pork ribs, boned
• 2 large corns
• 2 large carrots
• 2 large potatoes
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• Coriander leaves to serve

Recipe

• Start by lining a side of the foil using cooking spray. You can also make use of oil if you like.
• Chop the carrots and potatoes into wedges.
• To a bowl, add in the barbeque sauce, honey and cumin and give it a good mix. Add to it the pork, corns and chopped carrots and potatoes.
• Mix it around such that everything coats everything evenly.
• Now place the pork inside the aluminum foil and sprinkle some salt over it and rub.
• Place the vegetable mixture over it and sprinkle it with pepper.
• Close the foil such that the two ends meet and a tight seal is created.
• Turn it into the oven and grill for 15 to 20 minutes or until the meat and vegetables tenderize.
• You have to turn the foil around every now and then to ensure even cooking.
• To serve, you can use a sharp knife to make an X on top and use it to further open up the packet and serve it as it is on a plate.
• You can sprinkle some fresh coriander leaves on top before serving.

I ngredients

• 4 large potatoes
• 2 large onions
• 2 large peppers
• 1 cup cheddar cheese
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste

Recipe

• Start by preparing the foil. Spray some cooking spray on the sides and keep it ready.
• Now chop the potatoes, onions and peppers into small pieces. Remember that they will wilt in the foil so keep them of a certain size.
• Sprinkle the salt and pepper over them and toss them around until well combined. You can use a spoon for it or just use your hands.
• Now place this inside the aluminum foil and spread it around. Sprinkle the cheese on top and roll the sides of the foil to create a packet or seal.
• Place it on a medium grill for 15 to 20 minutes or until the cheese melts.
• Once done, you can make use of a sharp knife to cut the top and allow the steam to escape.
• Be a little careful while doing so.
• Serve hot.

I ngredients

• 2 eggs
• 2 sausages of your choice
• Pepper to taste
• Salt to taste
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 2 large potatoes
• Paprika to taste

Recipe

• It is best to make use of an aluminum box for this recipe in order to help the eggs stay in place.
• Start by breaking the eggs in the foil and lightly beat them.