How to Cook With Aluminum

Aluminum foil can be used to make a cooking pouch.

Aluminum foil has many properties that make it good for cooking. First, aluminum is a good conductor of heat. Second, aluminum foil can withstand high heat and can form to just about any shape. Third, its light weight makes it a good cooking companion on camping and backpacking trips, where keeping weight to a minimum is essential. You can use aluminum foil for both cooking and baking and never have to dirty a pan. Does this Spark an idea?

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Aluminum foil
Heat source
Tongs
Scissors

Instructions

- 1
  
  Tear off a square of aluminum foil and fold it in half.
- 2
  
  Seal the sides by folding the edges over a few times. Once finished, the foil takes the form of a pouch.
- 3
  
  Insert meat, vegetables or any other food into the foil pouch. Add a liquid marinade to the pouch as well. When heated, the liquid marinade steams and flavors the food.
- 4
  
  Seal the top of the pouch by folding the edge over a few times. Inspect all the edges to ensure there are no leaks.
- 5
  
  Place the pouch over a campfire or barbecue grill, or place it in the oven. Allow the contents to cook before removing. Cooking times will vary depending on the contents.
- 6
  
  Remove the foil pouch from the fire with a pair of tongs. Cut the pouch open with scissors or a knife. Keep your face away from the opening, because the steam can burn your skin. Your food is ready to serve.

Tips & Warnings

Lay a sheet of aluminum foil on a baking sheet to make cookies crisper.
Cover pots and pans with foil if you don't have a lid.
Cover the edges of a pie crust with foil to distribute heat evenly and prevent burning.