Hobo Dinner Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 medium potatoes, sliced
- 4 medium carrots, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 4 sheets heavy-duty aluminum foil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Add ground beef and mix until well combined.
- Divide beef mixture into 4 equal portions.
- Place each portion on a sheet of aluminum foil.
- Top each with sliced potatoes, carrots, onion, and bell pepper.
- Fold foil tightly to seal each packet.
- Place packets on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until vegetables are tender and beef is cooked through.
- Carefully open packets and serve immediately.
Special Notes
This classic hobo dinner recipe is perfect for camping, backyard cooking, or when you want a simple, hearty meal. The combination of ground beef and vegetables creates a complete meal in one convenient package. The aluminum foil cooking method allows the flavors to meld together while keeping everything moist and tender. This recipe is perfect for feeding a crowd or when you want minimal cleanup. The packets can be customized with different vegetables or seasonings based on preference. This dish is especially popular with kids and makes a fun, interactive meal. The packets can be prepared ahead and cooked when ready to eat.