Food Finds

Commercial Meal Review: Itacate Meals

I wanted to try Itacate's meals and ordered a round at the end of the year. Their "in stock" seems a little low right now, but they are also carried at REI. Keep an eye out, and they will probably be back in stock on their website. Two things to note: These meals last about… Continue reading Commercial Meal Review: Itacate Meals

Freeze Drying · Trail Cooking

Instant Meals: Comfort Noodles

This is a quick recipe using all freeze-dried ingredients that serve one person. The portion size is not too big or too small. It’s comfort food that warms the body, which can be nice in wintertime. It’s easy to prep, with directions for in-a-bag and one-pot methods. Noodles, chicken, peas, and cheese - kids may… Continue reading Instant Meals: Comfort Noodles

Freeze Drying · Trail Cooking

Instant Meals: Beefy Pasta

A quick recipe using all freeze-dried ingredients that serve one person. It is not too big or too small for portion size. It’s comfort food that warms the body, which can be nice in wintertime. It's easy to prep with directions for in a bag and one pot methods. If you haven’t used freeze-dried cheese,… Continue reading Instant Meals: Beefy Pasta

Trail Cooking

Instant Meals: Chicken Pasta With Corn

A quick recipe using all freeze-dried ingredients that serve one person. It is not too big or too small for portion size. It's comfort food that warms the body. If you haven't used freeze-dried cheese, it can clump up while it melts, but that's totally fine. It's still quite tasty, and I love rehydrated freeze-dried… Continue reading Instant Meals: Chicken Pasta With Corn

Trail Cooking

High Protein Instant Meals: Asparagus Beef

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… Continue reading High Protein Instant Meals: Asparagus Beef