Guide to Camping: Food and Meals

Camping Meal Ideas.

One item, Multi-Meals.

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

A pack list for food.

Pepperoni Rolls ARE on the list!

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We love Camping!

Typically we’re camping for at least two nights. Usually three. In my opinion, a half-week camping trip is perfect. Plenty of time to set the soul just right.

Pack Less, Pack Smart

When we go camping, I like to pack smart. The cooler becomes a “refrigerator” for many possibilities. I have a go-to food list that gives me dual-possibilities. One item, “Multi-Meal”. Things I can re-use for the next fire.

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Multi-Meal Packing List

Milk
American Cheese
Hot Dogs
Bacon and/or Sausages
Eggs
Pasta Salad
- I like to make a big bowl of Macaroni salad before we go!
Meat Salad
- Chicken Salad, Ham Salad or.. Pork BBQ!
Frozen Meats
- Chicken, Shrimp, Burger or Steaks
Frozen blend of onions/peppers
Fresh squash, zucchini, or vegetables
Baked Beans
Potatoes
Instant Rice Packs
Refrigerator Biscuits
Loaf of Bread
Hot Dog Buns
Pepperoni Rolls
Croissants
- Next level chicken salad!
Cereal
Peanut Butter
Hershey Bars
Marshmallows
Graham Crackers
Saltine Crackers
Nuts and Seeds
- Peanuts, sunflower seeds, almonds, etc.
Chips
Ramen Cups
Honey Buns
Protein Bars
Sauces and Condiments
- Teriyaki Sauce! Ketchup!
- *We keep a stash from fast food! *

Plan more, Cook Smart

Each camping itinerary is different. Plan out your arrival time, set up times, and meal times in blocks.

I enjoy cooking. Cooking and doing dishes outside is relaxing for me. The chuck wagon is one of my favorite parts. However, I strive to make time to do other things. We like to eat, but we also like to have fun.

Breakfast

Protein Shakes
Protein Bars
KIND Bars
CLIF Bars
LUNA Bars
Whole Grain Breakfast Bars
Honey Buns
Donuts
Cereal
Overnight Oats

Easy Overnight Oats

Yogurt, Granola, and Fresh Fruit
- Or call it a “parfait”.
Bagel and Cream Cheese
Pancakes
Biscuit Breakfast Sandwiches
Biscuits and Gravy
Bacon
Sausages
Fried Eggs
Breakfast Scramble

Campfire Skillet Breakfast

Lunch

Typically I make a hearty breakfast on DAY 2. If there’s a hearty breakfast, nobody gonna be super hungry for lunch. Usually our camp lunches are snacky. Light and simple. Make a quick sandwich if you get hungry!

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PB&J
Cold Deli Sandwiches
Chicken salad sandwiches
Pepperoni Rolls
Pasta Salad
Heat N’ Eat Pulled Pork
Ramen
Cheese and Crackers

Dinner

Dinner is always hearty! It’s the gathering time at the end of the day. For Festivals, it’s the meal before we get ready for the evening. After setting up camp, I usually hit the easy button on the first day. Hot dogs and baked beans! It’s pretty much a tradition.