Ah, the call of the open road. As a midlifer, you finally have the time and money to fulfill those dreams of cruising the countryside in a luxurious RV. But leaving behind your well-appointed kitchen for a cramped RV galley can put a damper on your culinary expectations. Have no fear – with a bit of planning and creativity, you can whip up simple yet satisfying meals to keep you nourished on your journeys.
As expert RV campers, we’ve learned a thing or two about cooking on the go. Allow us to share our list of the 17 best meals for midlifers to cook while RVing across this great nation of ours. These dishes are easy to prep, delicious, and utilize ingredients that store well in an RV fridge or pantry.
First up, breakfast. Let’s start the day right with scrambled eggs and bacon, that old diner classic. We love to cook our eggs over an open campfire with seasalt and ground pepper. If you don’t have the time to cook them over the fire, crack them in a mug, add a splash of milk, stir, and microwave for fluffy perfection. Crisp up a few strips of bacon in a skillet, and breakfast is served! For a lighter option, make breakfast tacos with eggs, cheese, and salsa wrapped in flour tortillas.
Lunchtime brings infinite possibilities! Whip up some grilled ham and cheese sandwiches on Hawaiian rolls. They’re like upscale Lunchables. Or stick with the Hawaiian theme and make a batch of tuna poke bowls with rice, avocado, edamame, and crunchy sesame seeds. Don’t forget the macaroni salad on the side!
Dinnertime under the stars calls for hearty, comforting fare. Bust out that trusty Dutch oven and make a mean beef stew packed with potatoes, carrots, and scallions. Let it simmer all day for maximum flavor. Or grill up some barbecue chicken legs and thighs, with corn on the cob and coleslaw as classic accompaniments. Endless variations on tacos, burgers, pasta and chili also make excellent dinners for your mobile kitchen.
As a wise RV camper, you know s’mores are an essential part of the experience. But why stop there? Dazzle your fellow travelers with decadent Bananas Foster cooked over the fire, with ice cream on top. And bake peanut butter chocolate chip cookies in your RV oven (or on the grill in tinfoil). The smell alone will make new friends.
Don’t forget the drinks! Iced tea and lemonade are summertime classics. But level up with homemade cold brew coffee, fruit smoothies or frozen margaritas. Just don’t drive while sipping those. Beer and wine are also great drinks to enjoy outdoors – pick up some local brews and wines from places you visit.
With some creative planning and flexible cooking methods, RVing and eating well go hand in hand. Follow this list of 17 winning meals, and you’re guaranteed delicious dining from campsite to campsite. Just don’t forget the s’mores. Happy trails, and bon appetit!
