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Easy Flavor-Packed Foil Packet Hobo Dinners with Sausage and Potatoes

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A quick and easy recipe for foil packet hobo dinners featuring smoky sausage, tender potatoes, and flavorful seasonings, perfect for busy weeknights or cookouts.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces smoked sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds (kielbasa or andouille preferred)
  • 4 medium red potatoes, washed and cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, any color, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F) or preheat your oven to 375°F.
  2. Wash and chop the potatoes into 1-inch chunks. Slice the smoked sausage into 1/2-inch rounds. Thinly slice the onion and chop the bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the potatoes, sausage, onion, and bell pepper with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  4. Tear four large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil, about 12×18 inches each. Divide the mixture evenly among the sheets, placing it in the center.
  5. Fold the foil over and seal the edges tightly to form packets, leaving a little space inside for steam to circulate.
  6. Place the foil packets on the grill grates or on a baking sheet in the oven. Cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through if grilling, until potatoes are fork-tender and sausage is heated through.
  7. Carefully open one packet to check doneness. If potatoes are not tender, reseal and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  8. Transfer packets to plates, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot straight from the foil.

Notes

Use heavy-duty foil or double layer regular foil to prevent leaks. Avoid overstuffing packets to allow steam circulation. Uniform slicing of potatoes and sausage ensures even cooking. Do not open packets during cooking to retain steam and moisture. For indoor cooking, a convection oven works well. Adjust seasoning to taste and try variations like adding zucchini or swapping sausage types.

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