Equipment/Materials

• Charcoal and Dutch oven or a camp stove and cooking pot
• Utensils for stirring and serving
• Containers for packing ingredients

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 2 packages of taco seasoning
• Water (as directed on taco seasoning packets)
• 16 individual serving-sized bags of corn chips (Fritos, Doritos, etc.)
• Shredded cheddar cheese
• Shredded lettuce
• Salsa

Setup Instructions

1. Before leaving for camp, cook the ground beef thoroughly in a skillet.
2. Add taco seasoning and water according to the package instructions. Mix well and let it cool.
3. Pack the cooked taco meat into containers and refrigerate or freeze for the trip.
4. Shred the lettuce and pack it into containers.
5. Gather all ingredients and equipment and ensure they are packed securely for camp.

Recipe Instructions

1. Start a charcoal fire if using a Dutch oven or set up a camp stove with a cooking pot.
2. Heat the prepared taco meat until it is fully warmed through. Stir occasionally to avoid burning.
3. To serve, gently crush a bag of chips while keeping the bag closed.
4. Open the bag and add a heaping spoonful of warm taco meat.
5. Top with shredded cheese, lettuce, and salsa.
6. Eat directly out of the bag using a fork.

Notes and Variations

• You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or vegetarian crumbles.
• Offer additional toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or diced tomatoes.
• Use gloves or serving utensils to handle food to keep everything safe and sanitary.
• Make sure the meat is reheated to at least 165°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

For more information, see https://scoutermom.com/547/walking-tacos-recipe/