So…I ran three miles yesterday. Wooo! Considering it was just the end of July/beginning of August that I decided to start at half a mile and work my way up, I’m pretty happy to have accomplished my goal. Anyway, by the time Fritz and I ran a few errands and made it home from the gym, we were starving. Immediate intervention was necessary.
I’ve posted this recipe before–you can see it here. While perusing that page, which was written over a year ago, I suggest you also admire how much my photography has improved over the last year. Whew!
The reason I’m repeating this post is because so many of you didn’t know me then, and these foil packets are such a seriously good way to have a quick and healthy dinner–with minimal clean up. I know–the trifecta! Not to mention it tastes pretty darn good, too.
Grilled Foil Packets (makes two large meals)
- Veggies of choice–I used potatoes (4 small ones), tomatoes (2 roma), green beens (a hearty handful), and a red onion
- Sausage–we used sweet Italian, but kielbasa or chorizo would be great, too
- Salt and pepper to taste
This really couldn’t get much easier. Preheat the grill and chop the veggies. Lay them on a large square of foil, and top with the sausage, salt, and pepper. Place another piece of foil on top, rolling the edges up together. Leave a small hole to pour a small amount of water (a few tablespoons) into the packet, then close.
Grill over medium heat for about 20-25 minutes, until the sausage is cooked through. All finished!
This is probably Fritz’s dream lunch. Big and hearty, but it makes me happy too, since we can use all of the produce that needs to be used up soon.
Plus, check out those gorgeous tomatoes from the garden! I’m a proud mama.
I cleaned the house top to bottom yesterday, but was feeling today like I might be catching a cold. I think I’ve managed to fight it off with green monsters and will power, but I’ll let you know tomorrow how it goes.
Nighty night!
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Lisa
September 26, 2011 at 1:42 am (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Could you put these in the oven if you don’t have a grill?
Lauren
September 26, 2011 at 7:12 am (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Definitely! I’d try it at 350 for 20-25 minutes and it should work perfectly
Erika - The Teenage Taste
September 26, 2011 at 7:11 am (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Congrats on running 3 miles! I remember when I started running it took me 6 months to build up to that. You did great!
Also, these foil packet meals look delicious! It can’t get any simpler than this!
selina
September 26, 2011 at 10:50 am (UTC -4) Link to this comment
yumm i love doing this sans sausages! might make this for dinner! also really liking the new blog layout very stylish <3
offmotorway
September 26, 2011 at 11:44 am (UTC -4) Link to this comment
What a great cooking method! I have tried something similar in the oven – a dish of baked goats cheese. you’ve inspired me to expand the repertoire!
Shauna
September 26, 2011 at 5:55 pm (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Dinner tonight!
I have some parmesan and sundried tomato chicken sausage from a local farm! I think I might add some apple, onion, sweet potato, and tomato.. everything that’s lying around!
Thanks for the idea
Lauren
September 26, 2011 at 9:44 pm (UTC -4) Link to this comment
that sounds delicious! especially the sausage…
Katie
September 29, 2011 at 5:56 pm (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Delicious! We used apple chicken sausage and green chili chicken sausage and added mushrooms, yellow squash and bell peppers. Thanks!
Abigail
January 11, 2012 at 5:01 pm (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Love the photos! I also love the fact that it can be made with so many different veggies. It is also very easy to make with no fuss! Make it how you like it and forget about it – that’s what I’m talking about! Thanks for sharing!
Madison
April 29, 2012 at 8:36 pm (UTC -4) Link to this comment
WHOA! I have got to try this and hopefully it tastes as good as your photos look!! I have to do my grocery shopping tomorrow so I plan to pick up the ingredients I need and make it over the weekend. I’m sure my family will go nuts over this!!
Lauren Zietsman
May 3, 2012 at 10:10 pm (UTC -4) Link to this comment
hope they liked it!