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Hobo Hamburger Foil Packet Dinner

Hobo Hamburger Foil Packet Dinner: Quick, Tasty Family Fun

This Hobo Hamburger Foil Packet Dinner is a quick and easy meal that combines ground beef, potatoes, and carrots for a tasty family-friendly dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 packets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground Beef can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 packet Dry Onion Soup Mix alternatively use onion powder and herbs
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder fresh minced garlic can be used
  • 1 tsp Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper white pepper can be used as a milder option
For the Vegetables
  • 1 lb Baby Gold Potatoes can substitute with sweet potatoes
  • 2 Carrots other root veggies like parsnips can be added
  • 1 Onion red or yellow onion can be used
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil can use melted butter instead
  • 1 tbsp Butter/Cooking Spray non-stick foil can save time

Equipment

  • heavy-duty aluminum foil
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Foil: Cut large squares of heavy-duty aluminum foil (12–14 inches). Grease the center with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef with dry onion soup mix, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Assemble Packets: Place beef mixture in the center of a greased foil square. Add quartered potatoes, sliced carrots, and diced onions.
  4. Seal the Packets: Fold foil over ingredients to create a tightly sealed pocket, ensuring no steam escapes.
  5. Cooking: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake packets on a baking sheet for 45 minutes until meat is cooked and potatoes are tender.
  6. Serve: Open packets carefully to release steam, serve directly from foil or transfer to plates.

Nutrition

Serving: 1packetCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize your Hobo Hamburger Foil Packet Dinner by adding your favorite veggies and ensuring you seal the foil tightly for optimal cooking.

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