Campfire Steak and Potatoes Foil Pack
Yukon Gold Potatoes: Known for their golden skin and yellow flesh. They hold their shape very well after cooking and have a creamy texture. Onion: A versatile root vegetable with a pungent flavor and aroma. They can be used to add sweetness, depth, and savory notes. Come in numerous varieties. Garlic: A flavorful bulb that is closely related to onions or leeks. Has a strong aroma and taste and is known for its culinary versatility. Flat Iron Steak: Lean and boneless with lots of intense beef flavor. Best when marinated and grilled or sliced thin for stir-fry.
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients: 12
Ingredients
Preparation
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Step 1
Place all ingredients in a bowl and toss to combine.
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Step 2
Place an 18″ x 12″ sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil down on a flat surface. Add 1/4 of the beef and vegetable mixture to the center of foil. Fold right and left edges in and roll together to close. Fold top and bottom edges in and roll to close the package. Repeat with remaining mixture for a total of 4 packets. (If cooking on a campfire, wrap foil packs with a second layer of foil to prevent bursting)
Campfire Instructions
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Step 1
Build and start a fire inside a fire ring or other metal structure.
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Step 2
Place a grate over the fire, directly above the flame.
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Step 3
Place foil packs on hot grate with tongs.
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Step 4
Cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through until steak is cooked to a minimum internal doneness of 145ºF and potatoes are fork-tender.
Oven Instructions
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Step 1
Preheat the oven to 425ºF.
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Step 2
Place foil packs on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, until steak is cooked to a minimum of 145ºF internal doneness and potatoes are fork-tender.
Nutrition Information
412 Calories
5.46g SAT FAT
25g PROTEIN
4.43 mg IRON
8.66 mg ZINC
* Based on a 2,000 calorie diet
** Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet
The Essential Ingredients
Yukon Gold Potatoes: These potatoes are known for their golden skin, tender flesh, and creamy texture. It’s a great kitchen staple known for its versatility and can be boiled, mashed, or cut into pieces and added to stews or roasts.
Onion: These versatile root veggies bring a sharpness to any dish, without adding too much spice. Onions come in wide varieties, but are most often seen in white, yellow, and red. Onions are a staple of many cuisines and a pillar of classic mirepoix, a soup and sauce base consisting of carrots, onions, and celery.
Garlic: A flavorful bulb that is related to the onion family. It has a strong aroma (that fills your kitchen), a taste that enhances your dish, and is known for its versatility.
Flat Iron Steak: Cut from the chuck, the Flat Iron is an extremely tender cut with good marbling. It’s great for grilling.
Safe Handling Tips:
- Wash hands with soap and water before cooking and always after touching raw meat.
- Separate raw meat from other foods.
- Wash all cutting boards, utensils, and dishes after touching raw meat.
- Do not reuse marinades used on raw foods.
- Wash all produce prior to use.
- Cook steaks and roasts until temperature reaches 145°F for medium rare, as measured by a meat thermometer, allowing to rest for three minutes.
- Cook Ground Beef to 160°F as measured by a meat thermometer.
- Refrigerate leftovers promptly.
For more information on degree of doneness and other cooking tips.
For more information on safe food handling and beef safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I make this recipe on the stovetop if I don't have a slow cooker or oven?
Absolutely! If you don’t want to use an oven or a campfire, you can empty the steak and vegetable mixture out of the foil packs and cook it right on the stovetop in a hot skillet until the beef is browned and the potatoes are fork-tender.
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How do I keep the steak from drying out while cooking in the foil packs?
Don’t over-bake or over-cook the packets beyond the recommended time, and make sure your foil edges are rolled tightly to trap all the natural steam inside. Keeping the packs sealed tightly completely locks in the beef’s moisture and juices while it cooks.
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What other veggies can I add to these foil packets?
Bell peppers, mushrooms, or sweet corn are all great choices to mix in! Just be sure to chop them into similar, bite-sized pieces so everything cooks evenly alongside your steak and potatoes.
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