camp breakfast

[Redfrog]

Campfire Omelets

Some of the best things in life are the simplest. Fresh air, beautiful country, great friends, a lake to fish on or go swimming in, and of course gourmet meals.

When some people go camping, they think a gourmet meal is burning a Smokie to add to the beans instead of just a regular weiner.

With a little thought and planning beforehand, bush meals can be as interesting and delicious as any prepared at home.

I’m a fan of breakfast. Not the noisy kind in a bowl, but a real breakfast, cooked over a campfire., by a real man!!!

Guys, if you can boil water, prepare to astound everyone in your group.

Once the fire is going, put a large pot of water on to boil. Of course you can use your camp stove or even do this at home for special occasions.

You’ll need Ziplok freezer bags, eggs and your favorite omelet fillings.
Crack a couple eggs into the Ziplok, squish the eggs around, add shredded cheese, diced onions, peppers, ham, smokies, whatever floats your boat. 6 people??? Everyone can have exactly what they want.

Take the air out of the bag and place into boiling water. Sit back looking smug while you enjoy your coffee.

THIRTEEN MINUTES later, remove from water, cut open the bag and the omelet will roll out, done to perfection. Everyone will be thoroughly impressed. No sticks or ashes, no burnt egg smell[YEEEUUCK!] and one of the camp lackeys can use the boiled water to wash the dishes.

Since toast can sometimes be a pain to get done just right in camp, I like to use the tortillas or other flat breads. They are available in different flavors. Add some salsa and enjoy.

This works great for a crowd of house guests at home. Everyone adds their own ingredients, and the kids love it.

 

[grouseman]

damn, that looks good!!!!!!!!

 

[Morgayne]

I've actually had this before and it was really great!! Good suggestion Redfrog

 

[albertacoyotecaller]

Let me recall

Since when did you become Emeril off of the cooking network

All I recall having with you while camping is Yukon Jack in my coffee. That's it, no fancy omelette, no roasted duck, nothing but Yukon Jack for breakfast, lunch and supper.

 

[Redfrog]

Since when did you become Emeril off of the cooking network

All I recall having with you while camping is Yukon Jack in my coffee. That's it, no fancy omelette, no roasted duck, nothing but Yukon Jack for breakfast, lunch and supper.

And now after all this time you decide to complain.

Wait till you see your next shore lunch..........from the middle of the lake.

 

[Ceska]

OOO good idea. I am definately trying this one out next time I'm camping.

 

[moose_hunter]

id take some batter, car batter, and a waffle press would that work?

 

[mommabear]

I'm totally impressed! Thanks for posting this! Looks real good.

 

[hoegaardenzo]

cool meal, thanks a lot !!

 

[joe-nwt]

No sticks or ashes, no burnt egg smell[YEEEUUCK!]

What's the point? I can eat clean food at home....

 

[Jeremy]

Sounds awsome! Definately gotta try this next time I'm out camping. Bannock is also great to cook while out on the land. (Tastes great when made with wild berries and cooked in seal fat instead of butter)

 

[Fall Guy]

Not to rain on anyones parade here, but from the Ziploc website:

Can I boil in Ziploc® Brand bags?
No. Ziploc® Brand bags are not designed to withstand the extreme heat of boiling.

I don't know if this is a chemical issue or that the bag may, simply, come apart. You decide.

 

[gunasauras]

Now that is one worth saving! Excellent idea.....thanks for the tip....

 

[Jeremy]

Not to rain on anyones parade here, but from the Ziploc website:


Quote:
Can I boil in Ziploc® Brand bags?
No. Ziploc® Brand bags are not designed to withstand the extreme heat of boiling.

I don't know if this is a chemical issue or that the bag may, simply, come apart. You decide.

Maybe tinfoil would be better then. You can fold it into a small pouch and fold over the openning before you drop it into the water.

 

[Redfrog]

Not to rain on anyones parade here, but from the Ziploc website:


I don't know if this is a chemical issue or that the bag may, simply, come apart. You decide.

Maybe the regular bags are not heavy enough, but I've used the others in boiling water for years and have had no problems. I have decided.

 

[SignGuy]

gonna have to try this sometime LOL looks delicous
damn it now i am hungry

 

[moose_hunter]

mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm cheese

 

[joe-nwt]

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Not to rain on anyones parade here, but from the Ziploc website:

Quote:
Can I boil in Ziploc® Brand bags?
No. Ziploc® Brand bags are not designed to withstand the extreme heat of boiling.
I don't know if this is a chemical issue or that the bag may, simply, come apart. You decide.

I guess there would be no way you could just take redfrogs word that it works and tastes good , huh?

Did you go to the egg marketing board site as well to see if they recommend cooking eggs in plastic? How about the water board, you can't just boil water in any old pot, you know. Do you think there would be a problem with the diced veggies or ham?

It's all so complicated. I think redfrog is a crackpot.

 

[hoegaardenzo]

It's all so complicated. I think redfrog is a crackpot.

haD
.

 

[Mauser98]

The omelet idea is excellent and I'm definitely going to try it next trip.

As for the Zip-lok/boiling thing, it's not a problem. My wife makes up a lot of our meals before we go hunting. Last fall she made a couple of lasagnas. After they had cooled, we cut them into squares and put each square into a zip-loc and froze them. At camp, they came out of the freezer and into the hot water. Twenty minutes later we were eating steaming hot lasagna. I do the same thing for the chilli.

Virtually all my thawing is done in hot water. Drop the bagged steaks, chicken, etc into hot water, have a beer and soon they are thawed and ready for the bar-b-que.