Home for Dinner with Jamie Deen Season 2 Episode 3 Kiddie Camping
- June 9, 2013
- 21 min
In season 2 episode 3 of Home for Dinner with Jamie Deen, titled "Kiddie Camping," Jamie Deen prepares a camping-themed dinner for his family, including his two young children. Jamie sets up his backyard like a campsite, with a tent, campfire, and camping chairs.
The episode begins with Jamie talking about how much he loves camping and how he's excited to share that experience with his kids. He starts prepping for the meal by making his signature campfire chili. Jamie explains that he likes to make a big batch of chili when he goes camping because it's easy to reheat and feed a crowd. He also shares his secret ingredient - a can of beer - which he says adds a unique flavor to the chili.
Next, Jamie prepares a foil packet dinner, which is a popular camping meal. He shows how to make a chicken and vegetable foil packet and explains that it can be customized to include any veggies or meat. He also prepares a side of campfire potatoes, which are cooked in foil packets on the campfire or grill.
To keep the camping theme going, Jamie also prepares a s'mores dessert on the campfire. He shows how to assemble a classic s'more with graham crackers, chocolate, and marshmallows. He also makes a s'mores dip, which is a melted chocolate and marshmallow dip that can be dipped with graham crackers or fruit.
Throughout the episode, Jamie shares tips on how to make camping meals easy and enjoyable for families with young kids. He suggests prepping meals ahead of time, bringing reusable plates and cutlery, and investing in good quality camping gear. He also talks about the importance of unplugging and spending quality time with family in nature.
As Jamie's family sits around the campfire, enjoying their meal and each other's company, he reflects on the importance of creating family traditions and memories. He encourages viewers to try camping with their families, even if it's just in their own backyard.
Overall, season 2 episode 3 of Home for Dinner with Jamie Deen is a fun and informative episode for families who love camping or want to try it for the first time. Jamie's easy recipes and tips make it accessible for families with young children, and his passion for nature and family shines through.