Olives in Paprika Sauce

Olives in paprika sauce are a delicious snack to take on any trip. Crisp olives hold up well, but absorb the flavors of the sauce as well. True “dirty gourmet” material.

Spicy Asian Pasta

This Spicy Asian Pasta combines the best of Asian and Italian cuisine. Fresh vegetables in a spicy savory sauce play well with penne pasta to create a hearty meal.

Sriracha Garlic Popcorn

Sriracha Garlic Popcorn is our favorite new snack (or dinner). It’s deliciously buttery and savory with a hint of spiciness. Skip the movie theatre and make this easy gourmet snack at home.

Gin Marinated Potatoes

Gin marinated potatoes require little prep and make a flavorful easy camping side dish. Serve warm or cool on a picnic or on the side during a car camping trip.

Apple Fennel Mustard Slaw

Apple Fennel Mustard Slaw is a crunchy, tangy, and bright addition to the most typical campfire meals. It makes a great topping for anything barbecued, and can hold up well to being made in advance.

Vegetarian Sloppy Joe Baked Potatoes

Sloppy joes are pretty great comfort food. Baked potatoes are too. So I figured it might work to combine the two, and I was right.

Ramen Packet Seasoned Quinoa

Ramen packets are a perfect spice blend for many simple and nutritious backpacking meals. Ramen Packet Seasoned Quinoa is a healthier and more protein-packed option than noodles for your next backpacking trip.

Broccoli Cheese Orzo

You can make your own backpacker’s meal easliy by reusing an old aluminum backpacker’s meal pouch. Here is a recipe for Broccoli Cheese Orzo, one of my favorite things to take backpacking. No mess and no dishes!

Cucamonga Peak Engagement

Cucamonga Peak is a lesser traveled peak in the San Gabriel Mountains. Its summit stands at 8,862 ft, and provides a gorgeous and scenic view of the inland valley. The 12 mile round-trip hike takes you away from the area’s crowds, but still ends in Mt. Baldy Village, where you can relax with lunch, drinks, and even a rustic mountain cabin.

Quesadilla Salad

A quesadilla salad is the perfect addition to a quick camping snack or basic camping meal. This quesadilla salad adds freshness and crunch to a quick and easy camping meal.