45 Best Camping Recipes That Go Beyond Burgers & S’mores


1

Campfire Hot Dog Skewers

grilled skewers with sliced hot dogs, pineapple, red bell peppers basted with a bbq sauce
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON
2

Best-Ever S’mores

classic s'mores with graham crackers, toasty marshmallows, and melty chocolate
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

Ah, s’mores: three simple ingredients working together to make something much more delicious than the sum of its parts. Whether you keep it to the classic three ingredients or experiment with fun toppings like caramel or sliced fruit, this is one simple dessert that never disappoints.

Get the Best-Ever S’mores recipe.

3

Campfire Mac & Cheese

campfire mac and cheese
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

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4

Grilled Baked Potatoes

grilled baked potatoes
Erik bernstein

Sure, a baked potato in the oven is great, but have you tried them on the grill? Use this method for your backyard grill or even when you’re out camping. The potatoes cook up just as fluffy as they do in the oven, but have the bonus of smoky flavor.

Get the Grilled Baked Potatoes recipe.

5

Summer Panzanella

best ever summer panzanella
Andrew bui

Panzanella is one of those recipes that truly tastes like peak summer—when the tomatoes are extra juicy, the squash slightly sweet, and the basil extra cheap. To give this classic dish more flavor and make it even more summery, we grill the bread, zucchini, and onion until charred, then toss those with the remaining ingredients.

Get the Summer Panzanella recipe.

6

Tex-Mex Chicken Fajita Foil Packets

tex mex fajita chicken foil packs
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCE

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7

Grilled Tomato Feta Pizzettes

grilled tomato feta pizzettes with scallions and mozzaraella
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE
8

Grilled Cabbage Steaks

grilled cabbage steaks topped with bacon, sour cream and chives
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

While cabbage is a star side dish, it also makes for a perfect main. It’s hearty, substantial, and is surprisingly great on the grill. If you’re looking for an alternative to steak for your summer BBQ, turn to these cabbage “steaks” instead. We give ours the loaded treatment, but these steaks are nothing if not versatile.

Get the Grilled Cabbage Steaks recipe.

9

Tomato Gnocchi Kebabs

tomato gnocchi kebabs
Andrew bui

Sure, gnocchi is amazing served in a bowl with a sauce, but have you ever had nicely browned gnocchi taken straight off the grill? We’re here to tell you that the crispy-chewy texture is something that you’ve GOT to try this summer.

Get the Tomato Gnocchi Kebabs recipe.

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10

Breakfast Burritos

breakfast burrito
PARKER FEIERBACH

There’s no ONE right way to make a breakfast burrito, but if you follow these easy rules, you’re guaranteed perfect results (that can even cure a hangover!) every time. Spoiler alert: We cook the potatoes in bacon fat. Make a bunch, wrap them in foil, and freeze ’em to bring with you camping.

Get the Breakfast Burritos recipe.

11

Grilled Tomatoes

grilled tomatoes with tahini caesar
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCE

Tomatoes are maybe the best part of summer, especially when you grill them. Not only does the char from the grill add a slight bitterness that balances a tomato’s acidity and sweetness really well, but the direct heat manages to bring some out some of their deep umami flavors without them falling completely apart.

Get the Grilled Tomatoes recipe.

12

Campfire Potatoes

cheesy potatoes in a foil pack
LUCY SCHAEFFER

These potatoes are the cheesy side your BBQ needs. They’re great for camping too—the Parmesan and mozzarella might just sway even those who hate the outdoors.

Get the Campfire Potatoes recipe.

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13

Oreo Cookie Skillet

oreo cookie skillet
Parker feierbach

This beyond-simple campfire dessert is like survival food, but make it Delish. Don’t wait until the center turns golden—the rest will burn before it does! Plus, the top will continue to firm up as it cools.

Get the Oreo Cookie Skillet recipe.

14

Best-Ever Burgers

best ever burger

There are about a million ways to top a hamburger, and we’re not here to tell you what goes onto your patty. It is our duty to make sure that you’re cooking burgers as best as you possibly can. Our golden rules: Be sure to let the meat come to room temperature and season generously with salt and black pepper before you grill up.

Get the Best-Ever Burgers recipe.

15

Loaded Campfire Nachos

loaded campfire nachos in a cast iron skillet topped with corn, chunks of avocado, radish slices, sour cream, crumbled cheese, and cilantro
EMILY HLAVAC GREEN

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16

Grilled Peaches

grilled peaches
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCE

Nothing beats a ripe, sticky-sweet peach, and while you can just bite right in, cooking with peaches is killer. One of our favorite ways? Grilling them, then drizzling them with honey, olive oil, and sea salt. Add freshly whipped cream or vanilla ice cream to take them OTT.

Get the Grilled Peaches recipe.

17

Grilled Brie With Wine

grilled brie with wine
Andrew bui

We love digging into a wheel of gooey oven-baked brie, but in the summer, no one wants to bother with the oven. Give this classic appetizer a summery twist by cooking it on the grill, seasoning it lightly with garlic, herbs, and wine, and serving with some lightly charred bread.

Get the Grilled Brie With Wine recipe.

18

Grilled Pizza

grilled pizza
Parker feierbach

Here’s our #1 tip for success: Prep everything you are going to need before you start grilling your pizzas. The grilling part goes fast. We’re talking 4 minutes tops, so have everything ready and near you so that as soon as you flip the pizza crust, you can start topping.

Get the Grilled Pizza recipe.

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19

Croissant Hot Dogs

hot dogs in croissants with toppings
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: PEARL JONES

Forget what you know about a ballpark hot dog, and elevate it with this simple ingredient swap. We love the richness of a charred hot dog inside of a flakey and buttery croissant. Top it with mustard, and it tastes just like a pig-in-a-blanket—it’s your favorite finger food turned life-size!

Get the Croissant Hot Dogs recipe.

20

Shrimp, Broccoli & Rice Foil Packs

shrimp, broccoli and rice foil packs recipe
Ethan Calabrese
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