For simple and easy-to-make camping meals you can rely on a pie iron to do the job for you. These nifty and versatile cooking utensils are all you need to cook your favorite sandwiches and pizza recipes. Check out these 13 yummy pie iron camping meals that your whole family will enjoy.
What Is A Camping Pie Iron?
A pie iron or camp cooker is a simple cooking utensil that has two cupped metal cooking plates hinged together. This tool allows you to grill, bake, and toast over a campfire. It is one of the easiest ways to make camping breakfast, lunch, or dinner, you can also use them to create tasty snacks that you can enjoy while camping.
How Do I Season A Pie Iron?
A cast pie iron needs to be seasoned first before using it, follow simple steps for proper seasoning of your brand new cast irons.
- Upon removing it from its packaging you will find a thin paraffin wax coating your cat irons. Remove this by scrubbing it with soap and warm water or heat it for about 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes and while it’s still warm wash it again with warm soapy water to remove the residue.
- Completely dry the pie iron and coat it with vegetable oil.
- Heat over the campfire or grill it for about 15 minutes.
- After cooling down, wipe it clean.
- Repeated the process 4 times to get a good coating.
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How Do You Use A Camping Pie Iron?
Using a pie iron to make your camping meals is very easy. Here are some reminders for proper usage and handling of your pie irons while on camp.
- Before putting any of your food ingredients inside make sure you apply non-stick cooking spray to the inside of both iron plates. You can also apply butter to your bread if you don’t have a non-stick spray at hand.
- Place your bread or any other ingredients inside before closing and latching it.
- Time to cook your meal over the campfire. Turn it over occasionally to make the cooking even.
- Be mindful of the latch and handles as they can be very hot while you’re cooking.
13 Pie Iron Camping Meals To Put You In A Good Mood!
13 Pie Iron Camping Meals
Did you know that English muffins make excellent pizzas too! These Campfire Pizza sandwiches from Let's Camp S’more are toasted to perfection you won’t be able to resist it.
If you love a good Philly cheesesteak then this pie iron recipe from Homemade heather is perfect for you. With some few basic ingredients you’ll be able to create an amazing tasty camping meal that your family will enjoy.
This yummy pie iron breakfast bake recipe by Heather is bursting with cheesy goodness that you and the kids will definitely enjoy. Using only 3 ingredients you’ll be able to whip up this meal in just a few minutes.
Check out how Diana & Eric turned a cheap frozen pizza into a camping meal favorite.
Tip: You’ll need a pie iron to do it!
Fill up your tummies with the tasty goodness that is the Reuben Sandwich Recipe from Dine Dream Discover. Another tasty camping meal that is guaranteed to leave you craving for more.
This delightfully tasty camp cooker fajita recipe by Heather is a sure winner! With just some flips and turns of your pie iron, you’ll be able to make this in just a short time.
Oozing with smoky flavor and tasty goodness, this Pie Iron pizza calzone recipe from Beyond The Tent will be your next camping meal favorite!
Aside from using your pie irons for making your usual sandwiches, make this Philly Cheese Steak Quesadilla recipe instead. Try it and you can just thank me later.
Check out this iron pot pie by Liss that’s perfectly toasted on the outside and filled with a delicious mix of chicken, peas, carrots, onions, and a tasty sauce on the inside. The perfect camping meal that will satisfy your hunger at camp.
Everyone loves grilled cheese! Whether at home or on camp this simple recipe is an easy crowd favorite!
This recipe by Heather is not your ordinary pie iron camping meal recipe. For those who have sophisticated pallets, this recipe will surely not disappoint.
See how Nicky made this yummy egg in a whole recipe using very basic ingredients from the kitchen. Although there is more than one way to cook it, you’ll definitely love making this on a pie iron.
Your whole family will love these delicious and easy-to-make pie iron chicken pesto pockets by Heather. See how she made this simple recipe in just a few minutes.
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