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Fresh Off the Grid

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 member

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    Camping Recipe: One Pot Pesto Pasta with Bacon

    2 reviews with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars

    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.

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    Backpacking Meal: Hummus Bowl Recipe

    6 reviews with an average rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars

    The ideal backpacking lunch is “no-cook”, which is why we were so excited to discover the wonders of dehydrated hummus mix.

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    Camping Meal: Campfire Salmon and Veggies

    11 reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars

    This campfire salmon and veggies recipe in foil is one of the easiest ways to make dinner over a campfire and has been delighting hungry campers for years.

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    Backpacking Dessert: Apple Crisp Recipe

    6 reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars

    This lightweight DIY backpacking recipe for apple crisp dessert is a great way to end a long day’s hike.

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    Camping Meal: One-Skillet Pasta Primavera Recipe

    1 reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Featuring lightly cooked vegetables, goat cheese and a squeeze of tart sunshiny lemon, this one-skillet dish has a wonderfully bright flavor.

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    Camp Snack: Maple Glazed Trail Mix Recipe

    4 reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars

    This oven-baked trail mix is loaded with maple glazed nuts, tart dried cherries, and dark chocolate chips, this mix is way better than store-bought—and way cheaper.

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    Camping Snack: Tie-Dye Fruit Leather Recipe

    4 reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars

    A tropical swirl of color and flavor, this homemade strawberry mango fruit leather is a healthier version of the popular 90’s snack.

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    Camp Breakfast: Strawberry Stuffed French Toast Recipe

    1 reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Just about everyone can get behind French Toast. But when stuffed with sweet mascarpone cheese and in-season strawberries, this classic breakfast transforms into a special occasion treat!