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Top 7 Frugal Camping Recipes

By Erin Huffstetler, About.com

Everything tastes better when you're camping, and these frugal dishes are no exception. Give one or all of them a try, and you're sure to earn rave reviews from your fellow campers.

1. Frittata

Frittatas cook up quickly and easily over the campfire or on a camp stove. Bring a cast iron pan and a few ingredients, and you'll have all the makings for a tasty breakfast or dinner.

2. Vegetarian Chili

Chili is the guaranteed winner when it comes to filling up hungry campers on the cheap. Just toss all of the ingredients into a Dutch oven, and relax while the fire cooks your dinner to frugal perfection.

3. Stuffed Peppers

Stuffed peppers are another great option if you're looking to satisfy your campers after a long day of hiking and other camp activities. For a truly easy dinner, just cut and seed the peppers, and declare it a Stuff-Your-Own Pepper Night.

4. Pudding in a Bag

Turn dessert over to the kids with this pudding recipe that mixes up in a plastic storage bag. It'll mean fun for the kids and no dishes for you – a real win-win for tired campers.

5. Banana Boats

Camp desserts always taste best when smothered with melted marshmallows and chocolate. Try banana boats for a fun alternative to s'mores, and watch the smiles form on your little campers' faces.

6. Chocolate Éclairs

Éclairs are fun to eat, and even more fun to cook over a campfire. Treat your crew to an ooey gooey dessert that goes beyond the typical camp fare.

7. Kettle Corn

Kettle corn is the perfect sweet and salty treat. Add a kettle to your camp list, and you can make up a batch in minutes.
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