Hobo Dinner

Elevate your mealtime with this classic and comforting Hobo Dinner recipe, a one-pan feast that's perfect for busy weeknights or nostalgic campfire cooking. Featuring seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, sweet carrots, and savory onions, this hearty dish is seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme, then wrapped in aluminum foil for effortless cooking and cleanup. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is ideal for baking in the oven or roasting over hot campfire coals, making it a versatile option for any occasion. Whether you're meal prepping for the family or enjoying the outdoors, Hobo Dinner delivers a flavorful, wholesome meal with minimal fuss. Try it tonight and savor the nostalgia and simplicity of this timeless classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 medium potatoes
• 2 medium carrots
• 1 small yellow onion
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 sheets aluminum foil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). If cooking over a campfire, ensure the fire has burned down to hot coals.

Step 2

Wash and scrub the potatoes and carrots. Slice the potatoes into 1/4-inch rounds and chop the carrots into bite-sized pieces. Dice the onion into small pieces.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly distributed.

Step 4

Tear four sheets of aluminum foil, each about 12 inches long. Drizzle about 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil in the center of each sheet to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Divide the potato slices, carrots, and diced onion evenly among the four foil sheets. Place a portion of the seasoned ground beef on top of the vegetables in each foil packet.

Step 6

Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the contents of each packet. Optionally, sprinkle additional salt and pepper to taste.

Step 7

Fold the foil over the ingredients to create a sealed packet. Be sure to crimp the edges tightly to avoid leaks.

Step 8

Place the foil packets on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until the ground beef is cooked through and the vegetables are fork-tender. If cooking over a campfire, place the packets directly on the coals and cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Step 9

Carefully open the foil packets (beware of hot steam) and serve directly from the foil or transfer the contents to plates. Enjoy your Hobo Dinner!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1100.5 grams (1100.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1732

Total Fat 109.30g	140%
Saturated Fat 36.70g	184%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 281mg	94%
Sodium 2800mg	122%
Total Carbohydrate 109.10g	40%
Dietary Fiber 14.80g	53%
Total Sugars 14.00g
Protein 81.10g	162%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 185mg	14%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 3552mg	76%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.4%

Protein: 18.6%

Carbs: 25.0%