Campfire Cuisine

by Tara Sallee, MS, RD, LD

     It’s camping season and whether or not you are in the backyard or traveling, it’s time to up the ante at your next campfire cookout! As your Hy-Vee dietitian I am here to walk you through the perfect campfire cuisine and how easy it is to convert recipes from the grill straight the campfire.
     Try foil packs – a simple way to convert traditional baked or grilled recipes into campfire-friendly cuisine! This is an easy way to transfer cooking straight from a grill grate to an open-flame campfire for cooking. Wrap your favorite veggies, meat, seasoning and oil in a foil pack and place right onto the warm coals or ashes to cook. Be careful – it is going to be hot! Another great resource for making a campfire cookout easier is utilizing cast-iron cookware; it is extremely versatile and can handle a high temperature. And cast iron is durable and easy to clean!
     You can also make your campfire cookout a breeze by using Hy-Vee Short Cuts as you can skip the prep by picking up pre-cut fruit and vegetables. And check out the pre-cut, pre-portioned selections from your local Hy-Vee Meat and Seafood departments to make your campfire cookout simple and easy.
     Connect with your Hy-Vee dietitian for more ideas on making your next backyard or camping trip campfire cuisine a breeze. And check out the decadent dessert recipe below, perfect for your campfire cookout!
 
S’mores Banana Boats
Serves 1
 
All you need:
1 banana
1 tbsp Hy-Vee milk chocolate baking chips
1 tbsp Hy-Vee miniature marshmallows
1 tbsp crushed Crav’n Flavor original graham crackers
 
All you do:

1. Make a deep lengthwise slit in each banana to within ½ inch of ends. Place each banana in center of a sheet tray of heavy foil, slit side up. 
2. Open slit; fill with chocolate chips, marshmallows and graham crackers. Wrap banana with foil; fold foil ends to seal. Place on grill grate or grate over campfire.
3. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until toppings are slightly melted. Carefully open packet; cool slightly.

 
 
Nutrition Facts per serving: 190 calories, 4g fat, 2g saturated fat, 0g trans-fat, 0mg cholesterol, 40mg sodium, 41g carbohydrates, 1g fiber, 23g sugar (includes 9g added sugar), 2g protein.
Daily Values: Vitamin D 0%, Calcium 0%, Iron 6%, Potassium 10%
 
Recipe source: www.hy-vee.com
 
 
The information is not intended as medical advice. Please consult a medical professional for individual advice
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