There is an odd take in the world of hiking/camping/outdoor meals these days. You are either a freeze-dried or a dehydrated company. This is just an oddity I have noticed. It used to be that companies often interchanged ingredients - and most companies still do. Dehydration is having a bit of a renaissance in what… Continue reading Commercial Meal Review: Farm To Summit Meals
Tag: Vegetarian
Trail Cooking: The Quinoa Thermos Method
Years ago, I found a way to cook quinoa without cooking it. And it didn't need to be instant quinoa (back then, you could find pre-cooked quinoa flakes, but it would be mushy like oatmeal). You only needed a heavy-duty thermos, boiled water, and time. While this might not be the best method for backpacking,… Continue reading Trail Cooking: The Quinoa Thermos Method
Broccoli Cheese Taters
Broccoli Cheese Taters is a shelf-stable vegetarian dinner recipe, perfect for having after a long, hot day on the trail. Mashed potatoes are rich in potassium, which can help ward off leg cramps. The mashers are creamy and smooth, with lots of cheese for a deep, savory flavor. Think of it as broccoli cheddar soup… Continue reading Broccoli Cheese Taters