This classic coffee can casserole is a staple of outdoor cooking and camping trips, offering a comforting, savory meal with minimal cleanup. Packed with ground beef, crispy bacon, and an assortment of sliced vegetables like potatoes, onions, carrots, and celery, it delivers a robust, home-style flavor in a single serving. The tomato adds a subtle acidity that balances the richness of the meat. Ideal for a quick dinner over a campfire or in a slow cooker, this dish brings together simple pantry staples into a satisfying, protein-packed experience. It’s the perfect no-fuss meal for when you want something warm, filling, and delicious without the hassle of multiple pots and pans.
Coffee Can Cookery
Description
This classic coffee can casserole is a staple of outdoor cooking and camping trips, offering a comforting, savory meal with minimal cleanup. Packed with ground beef, crispy bacon, and an assortment of sliced vegetables like potatoes, onions, carrots, and celery, it delivers a robust, home-style flavor in a single serving. The tomato adds a subtle acidity that balances the richness of the meat. Ideal for a quick dinner over a campfire or in a slow cooker, this dish brings together simple pantry staples into a satisfying, protein-packed experience. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect no-fuss meal for when you want something warm, filling, and delicious without the hassle of multiple pots and pans.Ingredients
Directions
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Cook the bacon strips in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, then crumble into small pieces and set aside, reserving the drippings.
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In the same skillet, brown the ground beef in the bacon drippings, breaking it up with a spoon until fully cooked, then drain excess fat.
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Peel and thinly slice the potato, carrot, celery, and onion; core and slice the tomato.
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In a large bowl, combine the cooked beef, crumbled bacon, and all sliced vegetables.
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Season the mixture generously with salt, pepper, and any desired herbs, then toss to coat evenly.
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Pack the mixture tightly into a clean, empty coffee can or a single-serving oven-safe container.
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Add 1/4 cup of water to the container and seal with a lid if using a coffee can for campfire cooking.
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Cook over medium-low coals or in a slow cooker on high for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until vegetables are tender.
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Let stand for 5 minutes before opening and serving hot.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 416.1kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 26.9g42%
- Saturated Fat 9.3g47%
- Cholesterol 52.5mg18%
- Sodium 924.7mg39%
- Total Carbohydrate 12.2g5%
- Dietary Fiber 2.8g12%
- Sugars 4.0g
- Protein 29.9g60%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
