Like the old adage about an army moving on its stomach, the key to a successful hike is to maximize calories per ounce. Food weight is critical. I found ETF offers a full line of meals with a high ratio benefit and the food taste great!
Granola breakfasts and pasta dinners can be re-hydrated and served hot or cold. The Little Rock Trail Mix is a meal in itself. Also I used two desserts: Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding and No-Bake Power Cookie (try adding a extra packet of honey, hmmm, hmmm).
I like my cereals, sauces, and soups on the thick side. So I have experimented using less water/milk than what the directions recommend. It definitely makes for a thicker/creamier meal. Also don't rush, once you mix the liquid with the dry ingredients let the meals rest as instructed to maximize the re-constitution.
I eat directly from the resealable food pouch. Also, especially in cold weather, use the Enertia Wrap - an insulated pouch which keeps the food hot while it is cooking. Then, use the wrap to hold your hot meal pouch as you eat.
Also, the pouches are marked in ounces to aid in measuring. They are resealable which means they can be used for storage as needed.
We appreciate Enertia Trail Foods for their sponsorship. In planning your trail meals select from their broad menu and Bon Aperitif.
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