Campfire Potato Au Gratin Packs

This is a popular camping recipe where the main ingredient, potato is prepared by slicing and seasoning, then wrapped in foil packets and cooked over a campfire or on a grill. Here’s a basic recipe for you:

Ingredients:

• Potatoes, thinly sliced
• Butter
• Salt and pepper
• Garlic powder
• Cheese (cheddar or your choice), shredded
• Optional: chopped onions, bacon bits, chopped herbs

Instructions:

1. Prepare the campfire or preheat your grill.
2. Lay out squares of aluminum foil, large enough to hold a serving of sliced potatoes.
3. Place a layer of thinly sliced potatoes on each foil square.
4. Add a few small pats of butter on top of the potatoes.
5. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
6. If desired, add additional toppings like chopped onions, bacon bits, or herbs.
7. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top.
8. Fold the foil over the potatoes and seal the edges to create a packet.
9. Place the foil packets on the campfire grate or grill and cook for about 20-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
10. Carefully open the foil packets, and your Campfire Potato Au Gratin Packs are ready to serve!

This recipe is quite versatile, so feel free to customize it based on your preferences. You can also experiment with different seasonings and toppings to create variations of this campfire classic. Enjoy your outdoor cooking experience!

This is the perfect recipe to try on your next camping trip to Terre Haute Campground.