You can have satisfying high-protein meals on the trail without tons of carbs. Although asparagus might not be your favorite, you can always use broccoli or green beans instead.
Asparagus Beef
Ingredients:
- ½ cup freeze-dried ground beef
- ½ cup freeze-dried mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup freeze-dried asparagus pieces
- 1 tsp or 1 packet low sodium beef bouillion powder
Directions:
Pack ingredients in a quart freezer bag or a mylar bag. For longer-term storage, add a desiccant or oxygen absorber and seal. (Discard the packet before cooking.)
To prepare:
If in a freezer bag, place the bag in a FBC Cozy. Add 1 cup of boiled water, seal, and sit for 15 minutes. Stir well.
One Pot Method:
In a small pot, bring 1 cup water to a boil. Add the dry ingredients and stir well. Cover and remove the stove. Let sit for 15 minutes. Use a pot cozy to insulate in cooler temperatures or at higher altitudes.
Serves 1.
Nutritional Stats:
415 Calories / 655 mg sodium / 5 grams Carbs / 37 grams Protein / 1 gram Fiber
~Sarah