This chili from A Fork in the Trail includes four types of beans and is the perfect way to fight off the chill in the fall air. Try adding a tablespoon of cocoa powder to enhance the flavors. Bean and Mushroom Chili Makes 3-4 servings 1 small onion, chopped 1 1/4 cups...
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Even mornings in early fall start to have a little chill in the air that says, "Winter is coming." Bet you've never heard that phrase, huh? This cereal from A Fork in the Trail is as warm and comforting as a bowl of oatmeal but packs a lot more...
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September means that it's officially fall food season! Bring on the pumpkin, the maple, and the hearty, comforting meals. This baked bar from A Fork in the Trail can be eaten as breakfast or a snack, and contains just the right amount of nutmeg to taste like September, if...
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The last installment of the #vanlife edition of Friday Foods recipes comes from our friend Justin from Bro'd Trip. We met Justin and his brother, Adam, in Oregon and decided to pool together our remaining groceries to cook up a breakfast feast like their mom used to make. #VanLife Tex-Mex Migas Makes...
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Continuing our #YourLead van recipe series, this childhood favorite can also be known as "Cleaning Out Your Cooler." One night, Heidi and I found ourselves craving some comfort food but also facing a cooler full of food that may or may not have survived the next few days. So...
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If you're a loyal Friday Foods recipe reader, you may recall last week when I mentioned choosing ingredients carefully when you live in a van so that they can be used in a variety of dishes. This eggs-and-kielbasa breakfast was created with the leftover ingredients from our...
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This week's installment of Friday Foods is a bit different. Rather than pulling a tried-and-true recipe from our favorite cookbook, A Fork in the Trail, we're sharing a recipe Heidi and I concocted while living in the #YourLead van. It's not gourmet, but it's a fun twist on two favorites...
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When you have a long day and a lot of miles stretching ahead of you, there's no time for a relaxing, hot breakfast. But this drink recipe from A Fork in the Trail is a fast, tasty protein boost to get you started. Backpacker's Power Breakfast Makes 4 servings 2 tablespoons vanilla-flavored instant coffee 1 cup...
Read MoreThis yummy snack from A Fork in the Trail tastes like apple crisp but requires much less effort. Apple Crisp Sandwiches Makes 2 servings 4 oatmeal cookies 2 tablespoons apple butter 1 Royal Gala apple Small block of cheddar cheese (optional) At Home Wrap the cookies in plastic wrap. Place the apple butter in a leakproof container and pack...
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You’ll turn heads with this completely decadent breakfast from A Fork in the Trail that is surprisingly easy to make. It makes a great dessert too. Maple Peach Crepes with Custard Makes 6-8 servings For the Crepes 1/4 cup nonfat powdered milk 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon white sugar 1 tablespoon...
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