🧀🔥 Cheesy Campfire Beef & Potatoes
Serves: 4–6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35–45 minutes
Ingredients
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1½ lbs ground beef (or stew beef, diced small)
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4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
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1 small onion, thinly sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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½ teaspoon dried thyme
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ cup beef broth (or water)
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1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Colby-Jack)
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½ cup shredded mozzarella (optional, extra melt)
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
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Heavy-duty aluminum foil
Instructions
1. Prep the Foil Packets
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Tear 4–6 large sheets of heavy-duty foil.
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Lightly grease the center of each with olive oil or butter.
2. Assemble
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Divide potatoes evenly among foil sheets.
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Top with onion and garlic.
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Add ground beef (or stew beef).
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Season with salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, and garlic powder.
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Drizzle with broth.
3. Seal
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Bring foil edges together and seal tightly to create packets.
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Leave a little space for steam.
4. Cook
Campfire / Grill
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Place packets over hot coals or grill (medium heat).
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Cook 35–45 minutes, turning once.
Oven
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Bake at 400°F (205°C) for 40–45 minutes.
5. Add Cheese
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Carefully open packets (watch steam).
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Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella over the top.
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Reseal loosely and cook 5–7 minutes more until melted.
6. Serve
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Garnish with parsley.
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Serve straight from foil or transfer to plates.
🔥 Campfire Tips
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Slice potatoes thin for even cooking.
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Double-wrap foil to prevent leaks.
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Add a splash of broth if cooking longer.
❓ Cheesy Campfire Beef & Potatoes Q & A
Q: Can I prep these ahead of time?
A: Yes. Assemble packets up to 24 hours ahead and keep refrigerated.
Q: Can I use different meat?
A: Absolutely. Try:
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Smoked sausage
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Ground turkey
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Chicken thighs (cubed)
Q: How do I know they’re done?
A: Potatoes should be fork-tender and beef fully cooked.
Q: Can I add vegetables?
A: Yes! Bell peppers, mushrooms, or corn work great.
Q: Can I make this cheesy earlier?
A: Add cheese only at the end to avoid burning or greasy packets.
Q: Is this freezer-friendly?
A: Yes (before cooking). Freeze up to 2 months; thaw before cooking.