Freeze Drying

So You Got A Freeze-Dryer For Christmas: Let’s Get Producing

We are almost a month out from Christmas....and I can tell you from experience that once your new toy shows up, it might sit awhile. It can be overwhelming to look at your new freeze-dryer, even after you break it out of the packaging. But let's get going! Prices have remained steady, and more people… Continue reading So You Got A Freeze-Dryer For Christmas: Let’s Get Producing

Trail Cooking

The Comfort Bowl

It's fall, and that has me craving heartier meals. This recipe is quick to make and will fill you up with a lot of protein, from the chicken and also the peas. A ½ cup of freeze-dried chicken is 27 grams of protein, and the peas add another 3 grams or so. It's a hearty… Continue reading The Comfort Bowl

Food Finds

Commercial Meal Review: Mt. House Korean Inspired Beef

Mountain House Korean Inspired Beef is a newer-to-the-market freeze-dried meal option. It is priced at $11.99. As with most Mountain House meals, they are sold as two-person meals. The protein listed on the pouches is for the entire bag, which is a bit misleading. The Korean has 22 grams of protein per pouch, so for… Continue reading Commercial Meal Review: Mt. House Korean Inspired Beef

Boondocking · RV · Trail Cooking · Travel

Boondocking Recipe: Beef and Veggie Skillet

Freeze-dried ingredients can get you a home-cooked meal even in a dry camp, with no refrigeration needed. This rice pilaf is good for camping, RV trips, boondocking, and backpacking. It is quick to pull together and only takes one pot. Beef and Veggie Skillet In a zip-top bag: 1 cup freeze-dried ground beef 1 cup… Continue reading Boondocking Recipe: Beef and Veggie Skillet

Food Finds

Commercial Meal Review: Mt. House Cheesy Beef Enchilada Bowl

Mountain House Cheesy Beef Enchilada Bowl is a newer entry to the freeze-dried meal market. At $11.99, it falls into the lower end of pricing for outdoor meals. As is typical with Mountain House, it being 2 servings is a suggestion.The protein listed on the front is per pouch, not per serving. It doesn't make… Continue reading Commercial Meal Review: Mt. House Cheesy Beef Enchilada Bowl