A Fork in the Trail, Laurie Ann March, camping dinner recipes, cardboard box oven

How to Make a Cardboard Box Oven

Thanksgiving is the time to fill your home with family, friends, and delicious food. But then you have dishes to wash, leftovers spilling out of the fridge, and relatives scattered about in a food coma. Why not do Thanksgiving a little differently this year and move...

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A Fork in the Trail, Laurie Ann March, camping dessert recipes, apple pie recipe

Making Apple Pie in the Backcountry

Yes, you can make pastry in the backcountry—all you need is a round water bottle for a rolling pin and a large ziplock freezer bag for rolling out the dough. It isn’t messy, and freshly baked pie is a real treat. This recipe from A...

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Friday Foods – Pumpkin Pie Leather

Portable pumpkin pie! Okay, it isn’t quite the same, but this recipe from A Fork in the Trail still tastes really great. Pumpkin Pie Leather Makes 4 servings 1 cup cooked canned pumpkin 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ginger At Home Mix the pumpkin and spices together. Spread the mixture about 1/4-inch thick on lined dehydrator...

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Friday Foods – Harvest Pork and Apple Stew

This recipe from A Fork in the Trail makes the most of apple picking season, with bonus points if you pick the apples yourself. Rice or egg noodles are a great accompaniment for this dish. Harvest Pork and Apple Stew Makes 4-6 servings 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 pound pork tenderloin A handful of flour 1 onion,...

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Friday Foods—Chipotle Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes are a fall staple, packed with nutrition and flavor. This recipe from A Fork in the Trail can be accented with a little sprinkle of cinnamon before serving. Chipotle Sweet Potatoes Makes 2 servings 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 1/4 cup low-fat sour cream 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1 teaspoon lime...

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Friday Foods – Bean and Mushroom Chili

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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Friday Foods – Maple Pecan Quinoa

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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A Fork in the Trail, Laurie Ann March, harvest bar recipes, camping breakfast recipes

Friday Foods – Harvest Bars

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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Friday Foods – Backpacker’s Power Breakfast

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...

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Friday Foods – Apple Crisp Sandwich Cookies

 This 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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