Sure! Let’s dive into the culinary adventure of crafting some delectable Grilled Scalloped Potato Packets, a dish inspired by the creativity of my good friend Jeff Hahaj, featuring a tantalizing blend of potatoes, ham, cheddar cheese, onions, and a hint of spicy cayenne pepper for an extra kick! 🥔🧀🌶️
Grilled Scalloped Potato Packets
Recipe Information:
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories per Serving: 511.7
- Dietary Information:
- Fat: 27.5g
- Saturated Fat: 14.9g
- Cholesterol: 88.2mg
- Sodium: 884.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 41.5g
- Fiber: 5.1g
- Sugar: 3.1g
- Protein: 25.3g
- Fat: 27.5g
Ingredients:
- 4 potatoes
- 8 slices of ham
- 8 slices of cheddar cheese
- 1 onion
- Hot pepper rings (optional)
- Butter
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cayenne pepper
Instructions:
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Preheat your grill: Heat your grill to medium-high, ensuring it’s ready to go when your packets are prepped.
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Prepare the foil: Tear off 8 sheets of aluminum foil, approximately 12×15 inches each.
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Butter the foil: Take 4 of the foil sheets and generously spread butter over them, laying them out on your kitchen counter or a flat surface.
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Slice the ingredients: Thinly slice the potatoes and onion, preparing them for layering in the packets.
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Layer the ingredients: On each buttered foil sheet, place approximately one-third of the potato slices, arranging them to roughly match the size of your cheese slices.
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Add the fillings: Top the potatoes with a layer of thinly sliced onions and ham, followed by a slice of cheddar cheese. If you like a bit of heat, sprinkle some hot pepper rings or a pinch of cayenne pepper over the cheese for an extra kick.
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Season to taste: Sprinkle salt and pepper over the layers to add flavor according to your preference.
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Repeat the layers: Repeat the layering process, finishing with another layer of potatoes on top.
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Wrap the packets: Fold the foil tightly around the ingredients to create secure packets, ensuring that none of the delicious flavors escape during grilling. For added protection and even cooking, cover each packet with an additional sheet of foil.
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Grill the packets: Carefully place the foil packets on the preheated grill, cover, and cook for 20 minutes. After the first 20 minutes, turn the packets over and continue grilling for an additional 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together perfectly.
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Unwrap and serve: Once the packets are done cooking, carefully unwrap them to reveal the mouthwatering aroma and delicious contents within. Serve hot and enjoy the savory goodness of your Grilled Scalloped Potato Packets!
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Optional serving suggestion: These packets are perfect for a camping trip! You can even prepare them in advance and simply heat them up over a campfire for a convenient and satisfying meal in the great outdoors.
With its layers of tender potatoes, savory ham, gooey cheese, and flavorful onions, complemented by the subtle heat of cayenne pepper, these Grilled Scalloped Potato Packets are sure to delight your taste buds and become a favorite go-to recipe for any occasion! 🍴🔥