FRESH OFF THE GRID is a culinary resource for the outdoor community. Written by Megan McDuffie and Michael van Vliet, Fresh Off the Grid offers camp cooking recipes and how-to guides to help you enjoy good food in the great outdoors. REI members since 2011 (Megan) and 2015 (Michael).
This quick and easy taco skillet is a true one-pot wonder. Just be sure you pack your cast iron skillet and you can be having a taco party in the woods the next... Read More...
This vegan tofu scramble is a great way to enjoy a protein-packed breakfast. It pairs turmeric seasoned tofu with a savory potato, mushroom, spinach hash.
To... Read More...
Serious thru-hikers know lunch on the trail isn’t exactly a full blown meal. More like a momentary pause to eat something before moving on. In many ways, it’s s... Read More...
These Greek-inspired chicken skewers with Tzatziki sauce are the perfect way to kick off the start of grilling season.
Whether you’re grilling in the backyar... Read More...
This bright and fresh one pot pasta combines savory bacon, zesty pesto, and crunchy pine nuts. It’s a wonderful way to get into the spirit of springtime!
As ... Read More...
Making an apple pie from scratch is impressive, but making one on a camping trip is borderline legendary. If you want to really impress your camping mates this ... Read More...
A perfect grab-and-go treat, these French toast sticks are a great kid-friendly breakfast idea to try out on your next family camping trip.
If you have activ... Read More...
Foil packet meals are one of the easiest ways to make dinner over a campfire and have been delighting hungry campers for years. Simply wrap a bunch of delicious... Read More...
Start your day with something sweet with this backpacking-friendly Coconut Chocolate Granola.
This vegetarian breakfast is loaded with nearly 500 calories pe... Read More...
Picture this scene: The sun is starting to set and you’re hanging out around the campfire. You casually chop up some vegetables, set your Dutch oven over the co... Read More...
It isn’t too difficult to make your own vegetarian backpacking meals, but incorporating enough protein into them can be a challenge.
Protein is a critical ma... Read More...
Risotto is one of our favorite comfort meals. It’s rich, creamy, and adaptable to any season. While we can have it any time of the year, spring is when we crave... Read More...
