Here is a great article on creating a nutritional diet while backpacking. This is a quick and simple article for all those who don’t want to spend hours reading all the science behind the nutrients! Enjoy!
27 Dec
Sweet and Spicy Tuna Couscous
* 1/3 cup couscous
* 2 Tbsp dried mixed vegetables
* 1 5-ounce package sweet & spicy flavored tuna
At home: combine the couscous and vegetables in a zip lock plastic bag.
In camp: add just enough water to cover. Stir well. Let sit for 5 minutes. Just before serving, stir in the tuna.
Makes 1-2 servings
12 Nov
Strawberry Almond Cream of Wheat
* 1 single serving package plain cream of wheat
* 2 Tbsp freeze dried strawberries
* 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
* 1 tsp sugar
* 1 Tbsp powdered milk
* 1 Tbsp slivered almonds
At home: put everything in a freezer zip lock bag.
In camp: add enough hot water to cover, stir. Let sit for 5 minutes. Stir again and enjoy.
Makes 1 serving
8 Nov
Cherry Almond Oatmeal
* 1 packet instant oatmeal
* 2 Tbsp dried cherries
* 1 Tbsp slivered almonds
* 1 Tbsp powdered milk
* 1 tsp brown sugar
At home: combine everything in a freezer zip lock bag.
In camp: add 2/3 cup boiling water to oatmeal (or more if you like a thinner cereal)
Makes 1 serving
