10 Big-Batch Camping Meals to Feed a Crowd01 of 11. Dutch Oven Mountain Man Breakfast. … 02 of 11. Cowboy Casserole. … 03 of 11. Big Ray’s Kielbasa Cabbage Skillet for a Crowd. … 04 of 11. Mom’s Campfire Stew. … 05 of 11. Over the Fire Scalloped Potatoes. … 06 of 11. Papa Funk’s Campfire Chili. … 07 of 11. Campfire Chicken Pot Pie. … 08 of 11.
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01 of 11. Dutch Oven Mountain Man Breakfast. …
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02 of 11. Cowboy Casserole. …
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03 of 11. Big Ray’s Kielbasa Cabbage Skillet for a Crowd. …
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04 of 11. Mom’s Campfire Stew. …
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05 of 11. Over the Fire Scalloped Potatoes. …
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06 of 11. Papa Funk’s Campfire Chili. …
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07 of 11. Campfire Chicken Pot Pie. …
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Remember the Silverware
It’s an easy and classic mistake — everyone arrives at the campsite, sets up the tents and begins making dinner, only to realize that no one remembered to bring plates or silverware.
Make sure you pack enough utensils for the entire group, along with enough napkins, cups and plates. Overestimate how many you think you will need — between various snacks and meals, people tend to go through multiple items over the course of a day.
Homemade Trail Mix
Trail mix is portable and delicious, so it’s no wonder why it is a camping staple. Before you leave for a walk or hike, have everyone in the group prep individual trail mix bags.
Instead of buying pre-made trail mix from the store, play around with different recipes. Use cheerios and dried fruit for a tropical blend or toss together small bits of graham crackers, yogurt-covered raisins, candied pecans and pumpkin spice seasoning for a fall-themed trail mix. You could even experiment with trail mix recipes that are almost desserts — combine dark chocolate, toasted almonds and dried cherries for a deluxe, chocolate-cherry-almond mix.
Meal Planning for Groups in the Backcountry
FAQ
What do people cook with when camping?
Are easy camping meals for large groups necessary?
So easy camping meals for large groups are really necessary. The best camping meals for large groups are meals that serve a lot, but are also simple to make, or are an event in themselves so that everyone can be involved. With a little prep work beforehand, you can make things pretty easy on yourselves and have a great time at meal time.
What to eat for a group camping meal?
A green salad and rustic bread are all you’ll need to complete this camping meal for a crowd —Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan These summer potluck recipes also make great group camping meals. I created this colorful side dish after eating something similar at a restaurant. It complements any Tex-Mex meal wonderfully.
Can you cook for a group camping trip?
With a little planning, cooking for a group camping trip can be fun and delicious. On your next trip, try out your group cooking skills at a Kampgrounds of America campground. With almost 500 locations scattered across North America, you can find a KOA convenient to wherever your group is headed.
How do you make a campfire meal easy?
Add chunks of Snickers bars to a boxed brownie mix and you have a wonderfully, chocolatey sweet treat made right over your campfire in your Dutch oven. Another way to make meals super easy is by doing all of the prep work at home. Some of our make ahead meals are prep ahead so you dump and cook at camp.