Trail Mix Rice Krispie Treats
Jessica Levine
April 9, 2012
Trail Mix Rice Krispie Treats A no-bake recipe is the perfect compliment to a camper’s sweet tooth. Trail mix has a little of everything – sweetened dried fruit and salty pretzels or nuts – appealing to your pickiest eater. For added zinc, potassium and fiber, add almonds in place of peanuts. Trail... Read more »
Oatmeal Sour Cherry Cookies
Jessica Levine
April 9, 2012
Not your average cookie, the Oatmeal Sour Cherry Cookies are semi-sweet with a kick and will impress your family and campground neighbors! Nonstick pan spray 1⁄2 cup walnut halves or pieces 1 ¼ cup dried sour cherries, or ¾ cup raisins ½ cup rolled oats 1⁄3 cup semisweet chocolate chips ... Read more »
Camp Kitchen Snack Recipes: Eat for Energy
September 9, 2010
When you’re planning to do some all-day activity, it’s smart to plan some all-day snacking, too. And if you make them yourself, you can control what goes into the snacks. “When you make snacks at home you get pure goodness,” says Jennifer Iserloh, author of “Secrets of a Skinny Chef” (Rodale... Read more »
Camp Kitchen: Drumsticks
August 15, 2008
It’s easy to get a handle on drumsticks, both literally and as a mainstay of campground cuisine. They’re inexpensive, and cook on the grill or in a skillet or stewpot. Kids love them because they’re easy to eat. Here are ways to serve drumsticks on your next campout. Three Rivers TomTom... Read more »
Camp Kitchen: Salsas At The Campsite
May 29, 2008
No matter what you have sizzling on the grill, from steaks to tofu burgers, the right salsa can turn a so-so supper into a memorable meal. Whip up salsa on the spot in a blender, food processor, smoothie maker or a wooden bowl with chopper. Peachy Pineapple Salsa Try it with grilled ham steak, chicken,... Read more »
Camp Kitchen Recipes
January 18, 2008
The cold months are the perfect time to sit by the fireside, read a book, or plan spring campouts. Or if you’re not in snow country, get out and go camping! Warm up the house in winter by cooking meals ahead of time for the trip. Then squirrel them away for the big appetites that go with the outdoors. Jugged... Read more »
Camp Kitchen: Pocket Pouch Meals
April 25, 2007
It’s in the pouch! Have you seen those packets of chicken, tuna, salmon and other fully cooked foods that need no refrigeration yet weigh far less than cans? Here are ways to turn these packable pouches into carefree, delicious, outback casseroles & pocket pouch meals. Nuthouse Chicken 3 stalks... Read more »
Camp Kitchen: Cooking With Sausage
January 26, 2007
Crackling in the skillet, sausage fills the campground air with mouth-watering scents. Make these recipes with one frying pan and one burner. Because they’re made with herbs and seasonings, sausages bring their own complex flavors to simple dishes so you don’t have to carry loads of condiments.... Read more »
Camp Kitchen: Stuffed Peppers
May 19, 2006
STUFFED PEPPERS PRONTO Look for precooked ground beef or vegetarian “meat” crumbles. Serves three to six persons. (Big eaters will want two halves.) • 3 large green peppers, halved and seeded • 1-1/2 cups instant rice • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt • 1-1/2 cups boiling water • 12-ounce package... Read more »
Camp Kitchen: Peanut Butter Pita, Gorp, and Chicken Sandwiches
May 1, 2006
Slap together some sandwiches, stuff your daypack with food and drink, and you’re good to go for hours of hiking, rock climbing, fishing or exploring away from your base camp. These recipes are tasty, compact, lightweight and nourishing, and will stay safe all day without refrigeration. PEANUT BUTTER... Read more »
