Hobo's

Transform your next meal into a fun and flavorful adventure with "Hobo's," a hearty foil-packet dinner that's perfect for campfire cooking or a quick oven bake. Featuring juicy ground beef patties flavored with garlic and onion powders, tender baby potatoes, sweet carrots, and savory onions—all drizzled with olive oil and optionally topped with buttery richness—this one-dish wonder combines simplicity and bold flavors. Designed for convenience, these foil packets seal in steam to cook everything to perfection, locking in moisture and taste without the need for extra dishes. Ready in just 45 minutes, "Hobo's" is ideal for weeknight dinners, outdoor camping trips, or family gatherings. Serve straight from the foil for a rustic, no-mess experience that’s just as satisfying as it is stress-free!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 4 cups baby potatoes (quartered)
• 2 cups carrots (sliced)
• 1 cup onion (chopped)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter (optional, for extra flavor)
• 4 sheets (approximately 12x18 inches each) aluminum foil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your campfire or oven to medium heat (about 375°F if using the oven).

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly combined. Divide into four equal portions and shape into patties.

Step 3

Place one foil sheet on a flat surface. Drizzle about 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil in the center of the foil.

Step 4

Arrange 1 cup of quartered baby potatoes, 1/2 cup of sliced carrots, and 1/4 cup of chopped onions on the foil. Place one ground beef patty on top of the vegetables.

Step 5

If desired, place a small pat of butter (about 1/2 tablespoon) on top of the patty for extra richness.

Step 6

Fold the foil into a packet: Bring the two longer edges together and fold them down to seal, leaving some space for steam. Fold in the shorter edges to close the packet completely.

Step 7

Repeat for the remaining three packets.

Step 8

Place the foil packets in the oven or on the campfire grill. Cook for about 25-30 minutes, flipping the packets halfway through cooking. Ensure the beef is fully cooked (internal temperature of 160°F).

Step 9

Carefully open the foil packets (hot steam will escape!) and serve directly from the foil for an easy, rustic meal. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2152.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2473.9

Total Fat 133.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 383.1mg	0%
Sodium 3066.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 234.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.0g	0%
Total Sugars 37.5g
Protein 103.1g	0%

Vitamin D 8IU	0%
Calcium 355.2mg	0%
Iron 18.3mg	0%
Potassium 6979.7mg	0%

*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: 47.1%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 36.8%