Here at Attwoolls, there is usually one of us planning or enjoying a camping trip – such is our passion for it – that we’ve collected a fair amount of camping cooking resources over the years. We’re quite sure that others could enjoy some of these too, so here they are for you.

Camping cooking is not just about baked beans and burgers -
Just because you’re on a camping trip, it doesn’t mean that you have to eat a baked bean sandwich with a pot noodle for dinner every day. It’s quite possible to put together a gourmet meal that many will be impressed by and it could even give that extra sweet memory of camping in a field with friends, loved ones and a heavenly feast.

Here are a couple of tips before we hand over the resources:

Use your home kitchen. Much of your prep can be done at home before you leave for the trip. Preparing vegetables, cooking up mince for a chilli and freezing it, and even making up a good pasta sauce. This is particularly true if you have access to a freezer whilst you are camping. If you’re traveling in a ‘pack’ then friends with caravans can be very generous with their facilities. Even if you don’t, you can freeze your sauce and take it along with you in a cool box with ice blocks and it should last a day or so. You might also want to check out our coolers page.

Ovens are fantastic when camping. You can bake and roast in them, so pies, pasta bakes and baked fish can be on the menu after all. An electric hook up or a gas source is a must in order to make the most of this method of cooking so make sure this is available to you.

Here are some of our favourite sites. Take a look and find some excellent recipes for your next camping trip.

BBC Goodfood Camping Recipes – you might want to start out on this popular British site before perusing through the rest of the links.

Dirty Gourmet – an American website, but still an excellent resource compiled by people who camp often. Try their Citrus Spiced Mulled Wine for something extra special this Winter.

Buzzfeed – 30 different dishes for a camping trip.

What’s your favourite recipe for camping cooking that goes beyond Pot Noodle and bacon sandwiches?