{"id":648,"date":"2025-04-04T21:49:51","date_gmt":"2025-04-05T05:49:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sammamishscouting.com\/?page_id=648"},"modified":"2025-08-20T18:57:50","modified_gmt":"2025-08-21T02:57:50","slug":"backpacking-meal-ideas","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sammamishscouting.com\/?page_id=648","title":{"rendered":"Backpacking Meal Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sammamishscouting.com\/?page_id=658\">Breakfasts<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sammamishscouting.com\/?page_id=658\">Dinners<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First Night Dinners &#8211; Sous Vide Cooking 101<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Desserts<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Notes about cooking on backpacking stoves:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Food scorches onto pots and make them a mess to clean, which can be very hard in the backcountry, so it is best to create meals that only require boiling water (i.e., rehydrating food using boiling water, or heating bagged food in boiling water sous vide style).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If cooking noodles, the thinner the better so that they cook quickly.&nbsp; Rice noodles or angel hair or ramen are great choices for noodles! Linguini, not so much.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.te0i8lj2wq8s_l\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsatroop532.org\/links\/backpacking-meal-ideas#h.te0i8lj2wq8s\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsatroop532.org\/links\/backpacking-meal-ideas#h.te0i8lj2wq8s\"><\/a>Breakfasts<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Oatmeal<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.quakeroats.com\/products\/hot-cereals\/instant-oatmeal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instant Oatmeal<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Top with with nuts, dried fruit, coconut<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Grits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.quakeroats.com\/products\/hot-cereals\/grits\/instant-grits-plain\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instant Grits<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Supplement with<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Oscar-Mayer-Bacon-Bits-Pouch\/dp\/B072B9B8MX\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?crid=2614LZR34ETAH&amp;keywords=real+bacon+bits&amp;qid=1569521504&amp;s=grocery&amp;sprefix=real+abcon+bits,grocery,288&amp;sr=1-1-spons&amp;psc=1&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExMkdWNklaTDRKMkFRJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTk0NTE1M0lYSzlZMDZZMVAyNCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMDE0MTgyM0RQM0NUUktLOVVaSCZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=cleve05e-20&amp;linkId=9b124d9045081bd6998c7f3c480fa0ff&amp;language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;real bacon bits<\/a>&nbsp;&amp; cheese<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Salmon Bagel<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/starkist.com\/product\/wild-pink-salmon-pouch\/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw9deiBhC1ARIsAHLjR2A0AzXJKzxnGKYtruWy8Ue50FoScQ6rdoao2jL_olCrAto-swfkUacaAr02EALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pouch salmon<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bagel<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fredmeyer.com\/p\/philadelphia-regular-cream-cheese-individual-pack\/0002100061120?fulfillment=PICKUP&amp;storecode=70100391&amp;&amp;cid=shp_adw_shopl_.FY23.01_search_ent_conv_lia_corelia_fred+meyer_g_lia_shop_acq_evgn_ship_all_roas_dairy+%26+eggs&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw9deiBhC1ARIsAHLjR2C3IkrCztYXBWEEpldqIv5oLmsZOHeDVVqdEXhQQOgwjfXQdPK1W2QaAjhcEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cream cheese<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cereal Aisle Breakfast<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nature Valley or Quaker Chewy granola Bars<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fruit Leather or dried leather<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Homemade Granola<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Search for Granola recipes online and pick one that looks good.&nbsp; You can serve with powdered milk (add water) for a cereal-style breakfast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Chocolate Peanut Butter Shake<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Carnation-Breakfast-Essentials-Chocolate-Packets\/dp\/B0037YXQMA?crid=AIPU4MGN1FFU&amp;keywords=Carnation+Breakfast+Essentials&amp;qid=1677907254&amp;rdc=1&amp;sprefix=carnation+breakfast+essentials,aps,194&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;psc=1&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExVVM5VkJNN1BWMk9OJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNjMwOTY4MUFDMlVHNDFISzVBWCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNTgzNTEwMzFXTUdISVhITVFEUyZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU%3D&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=_thehungryhiker-20&amp;linkId=0fe0f23a0cb0383d43f5b1cdbe7cc1ee&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1 packet Carnation Breakfast Essentials drink mix<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/NIDO-Fortificada-Whole-6-56-3-Canisters\/dp\/B00FRFRZF6?crid=1YR7KYLEM40Q0&amp;keywords=Nestle%2BNido&amp;qid=1677907215&amp;sprefix=nestle%2Bnido%2Caps%2C171&amp;sr=8-2&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=_thehungryhiker-20&amp;linkId=01ee5f622afddab47ad4ae0600ba169c&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&amp;th=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1\/2 c dry powdered whole milk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Plantation-PB2-Powdered-Premium-Chocolate\/dp\/B0098WV8F2?crid=99AB3CTZO1JG&amp;keywords=peanut+butter+powder&amp;qid=1677907317&amp;sprefix=peanut+butter+powde,aps,218&amp;sr=8-8&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=_thehungryhiker-20&amp;linkId=b56f57a52bedceae2cafd2b3a3783b78&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1\/4 c powdered peanut butter<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 c water<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shake and enjoy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Trail Lunches<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Roll-up Sandwich<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 tortilla<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cover with nut butters (peanut, sunflower, nutella, any combination) and\/or jelly<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.safeway.com\/shop\/product-details.960118937.html?cmpid=ps_swy_sea_own_null_20220720_71700000097176052_58700007908885897_92700071904117761_MerkleENT&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw9deiBhC1ARIsAHLjR2BtO0FUZXuZajF-WrtFM-4dnTAchry1SDmAesPOlCrJSM1lctPtCwYaAvHrEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Banana chips<\/a>&nbsp;give this a nice crunch<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Charcuterie<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Summer Sausage or jerky<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dried Fruit<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sliced Cheese (this will be okay unrefrigerated for a couple days if you keep it out of the sun)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tuna Sandwich<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/starkist.com\/products\/pouches\/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw9deiBhC1ARIsAHLjR2A39PmtBJp15OZuNO5xHDcOlM1h17okN7RT31T_0fpkF5WNDxJxMWwaAmBwEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1 package tuna<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 hot sauce package (optional)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">diced celery (optional)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serve on a tortilla or on crackers&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Backpacker Elvis<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 tortilla or bagel<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1-2<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Justins-Butter-Ingredients-Gluten-free-Responsibly\/dp\/B01684FF92\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?dchild=1&amp;keywords=peanut+butter+packets&amp;qid=1611277784&amp;sr=8-3&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=cleve05e-20&amp;linkId=cb33c59ad187b0de22c16ba18bc26b56&amp;language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;Peanut Butter packets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ohmyveggies.com\/how-to-make-banana-fruit-leather-no-dehydrator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Banana leather<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Top with bacon jerky or vegan jerky for extra protein<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pita Wrap<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pita Wrap<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fresh veggies (cucumber, peppers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.safeway.com\/shop\/product-details.960136183.html?cmpid=ps_swy_sea_ecom_goo_20200924_71700000073186042_58700006943813937_92700062501709749&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw9deiBhC1ARIsAHLjR2AyeZfLl-aJP78XLQ5ARdhSjOvF0bEhntEtvizlFwcrnJ16P5WigtkaAqFWEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hummus dip packet<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Combine all and eat as a wrapped sandwich<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pizza Wrap<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tortilla&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Contadina%C2%AE-Tomato-Basil-Squeeze-Bottle\/dp\/B08XHMJQWV\/ref=asc_df_B08XHMJQWV\/?tag=hyprod-20&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=532657731359&amp;hvpos=&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=514057751550854638&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=9033276&amp;hvtargid=pla-1435496120630&amp;psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tomato Sauce<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shredded cheese<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.safeway.com\/shop\/product-details.188580457.html?cmpid=ps_swy_sea_ecom_goo_20200924_71700000073186042_58700007746656958_92700070303637514&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw9deiBhC1ARIsAHLjR2C-y2j5rVHpr0E60CAtvcPb4aK8yn-UCXKiA8AAHQ5I18OIN5XSdJAaAuKGEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pepperoni<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.1l2bewk2f9qb_l\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsatroop532.org\/links\/backpacking-meal-ideas#h.1l2bewk2f9qb\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsatroop532.org\/links\/backpacking-meal-ideas#h.1l2bewk2f9qb\"><\/a>Dinners<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Thanksgiving Dinner<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1\/2 c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.safeway.com\/shop\/product-details.126350020.html?cmpid=ps_swy_sea_ecom_goo_20200924_71700000073186042_58700006943813964_92700062501709827&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw9deiBhC1ARIsAHLjR2Bf7jAI9W5qmTwtyE_C69PPGM2uBGF18RY3dzmxCNEeOEljYeowjRAaAsO6EALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;stovetop stuffing mix<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1\/2 c instant mashed potatoes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 T powdered gravy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 package<a href=\"https:\/\/starkist.com\/product\/premium-white-chicken-pouch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;starkist vacuum sealed chicken<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.safeway.com\/shop\/product-details.125050038.html?cmpid=ps_swy_sea_ecom_goo_20200924_71700000073186042_58700006943813949_92700062501709782&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw9deiBhC1ARIsAHLjR2CSDCzfAat-jV9niaeZZy2WK7QevNPBcwnzZEIWg5bK2e4PFLn-HXQaAm9tEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1 package freeze-dried vegetables<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1\/4 c fried onions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dried cranberries<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boil 1 1\/2 c water and add to bag that has stuffing mix, potatoes, vegetables and gravy powder. Wait about 5-10 min to rehydrate. Top with chicken and fried onions and cranberries<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cheesy Chicken Casserole<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 c boiling water<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.safeway.com\/shop\/product-details.126350020.html?cmpid=ps_swy_sea_ecom_goo_20200924_71700000073186042_58700006943813964_92700062501709827&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw9deiBhC1ARIsAHLjR2Bf7jAI9W5qmTwtyE_C69PPGM2uBGF18RY3dzmxCNEeOEljYeowjRAaAsO6EALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1 package stovetop stuffing mix<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dehydrated vegetables (optional &#8211; you can make these at home with a dehydrator if you have access to one)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Velveeta-Original-Melting-Cheese-Pouches\/dp\/B00KGCCZ96?crid=3VHGH07KRGD3L&amp;keywords=velveeta+cheese+pouch&amp;qid=1677977314&amp;sprefix=velveeta+cheese+pouch,aps,252&amp;sr=8-2&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=_thehungryhiker-20&amp;linkId=1d55db59fc8e66c4b40bd5bc36e9007f&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4 oz velveeta cheese sauce pouch&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/starkist.com\/product\/premium-white-chicken-pouch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pre-cooked chicken pouch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Crispy fried onions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Top with crushed ritz crackers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rehydrate stuffing with boiling water.&nbsp; Add chicken and cheese, and top with fried onions and ritz crackers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Super Ramen<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">4 package Ramen noodles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.campbells.com\/products\/sauces\/thai-curry-chicken-sauce\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1 package green curry sauce<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 package<a href=\"https:\/\/starkist.com\/product\/premium-white-chicken-pouch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;starkist vacuum sealed chicken<\/a>&nbsp;or<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Mori-Nu-Silken-Tofu-Extra-Ounce\/dp\/B000LKZ86K\/ref=asc_df_B000LKZ86K\/?tag=hyprod-20&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=312112196778&amp;hvpos=&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=16944871078301549735&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=9033276&amp;hvtargid=pla-406644643375&amp;th=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;shelf-stable tofu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mix all in food bowl, not pot<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Loaded Potatoes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 package<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Buttery-Homestyle-Mashed-Pouches-12-Pack\/dp\/B07TK3BQYJ\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?crid=19MUVKIYEQJ8Q&amp;dchild=1&amp;keywords=idahoan%2Binstant%2Bmashed%2Bpotatoes&amp;qid=1611607111&amp;sprefix=idaho%2Caps%2C245&amp;sr=8-2&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=cleve05e-20&amp;linkId=71352d9ed6ff98566372b7629efda951&amp;language=en_US&amp;th=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;instant potatoes<\/a>&nbsp;&#8211; rehydrated according to instructions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cheese, bacon bits, crispy onions, diced vegetables (dehydrated or fresh) to add in<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Can also add dried ground beef or<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Bobs-Red-Mill-Textured-Vegetable\/dp\/B0914M1S7B?keywords=TVP&amp;qid=1638393826&amp;sr=8-2-spons&amp;smid=ARPQBLB95PSZY&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExN082T1dMWkgwOERUJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMzA5MTQyMjBPSFlDQkxVNklNUSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMDI1NjQ2MU1TM0g3REQ3RDhJTSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU%3D&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=cleve05e-20&amp;linkId=dc8f6110b37b3ab28661c8e2d6a56d73&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&amp;th=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;TVP<\/a>&nbsp;(vegetarian option) for Shepard\u2019s Pie-like dish<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tacos<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.safeway.com\/shop\/product-details.126150007.html?cmpid=ps_swy_sea_ecom_goo_20200924_71700000073186042_58700006943813964_92700062501709827&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw9deiBhC1ARIsAHLjR2BuBTm9ZdTFiIxUSQS1dNREur5vKbk_2BvSlEQfWpc5cMb0aiGpLiAaAm0UEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boil in bag rice<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fredmeyer.com\/p\/isadora-original-refried-beans\/0078162400805?fulfillment=PICKUP&amp;storecode=70100391&amp;&amp;cid=shp_adw_shopl_.FY23.01_search_ent_conv_lia_corelia_frys_g_lia_shop_acq_evgn_ship_all_roas_craft+%26+hobby&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw9deiBhC1ARIsAHLjR2BhpbZo_gUzjPW5CSRYUS6rtwSnOHDJHF5CiXgsetHwaXf3W6xBmCYaAprSEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Refried Beans in a pouch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Taco seasoning<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shredded cheese<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Salsa<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serve on a tortilla<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ramen Soup<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instant ramen noodles (vegetarian options)&#8211;nothing fancy, but everyone loves it.&nbsp; You can add veggies or boiled egg to make this a healthier meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pasta<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Angel Hair Noodles (boil in pot and drain)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Top with<a href=\"https:\/\/www.safeway.com\/shop\/product-details.970108872.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;pesto<\/a>&nbsp;(frozen to eat first night or jarred for later nights) or jarred tomato sauce (combine noodles and sauce on individual plates, not in cooking pot)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Macaroni and cheese<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1\/2 c shell noodles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 c boiling water<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Velveeta-Original-Melting-Cheese-Pouches\/dp\/B00KGCCZ96?crid=3VHGH07KRGD3L&amp;keywords=velveeta+cheese+pouch&amp;qid=1677977314&amp;sprefix=velveeta+cheese+pouch,aps,252&amp;sr=8-2&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=_thehungryhiker-20&amp;linkId=1d55db59fc8e66c4b40bd5bc36e9007f&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4oz Velveeta Cheese sauce pouch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Combine water and noodles in quart-sized zip-lock bag and let rehydrate for 5-10 minutes and drain extra water.&nbsp; Add cheese.&nbsp; Top with real bacon bits if desired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Miso Udon Soup<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 T dried shiitake mushrooms, sliced<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 t dried seaweed (optional)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 bundle udon noodles (~3oz)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.safeway.com\/shop\/product-details.125050080.html?cmpid=ps_swy_sea_ecom_goo_20200924_71700000073186042_58700006943813949_92700062501709782&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw9deiBhC1ARIsAHLjR2ByJ047XZUuyUrmYGqOy5j41Xa7SDbfATvGyv-TUse2UmZO_ttPnRoaAlmvEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1 packet instant miso soup<\/a>&nbsp;(~.63oz)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Put mushrooms in pot, add 1 cup water, and let stand 10 minutes. Place pot over medium heat and bring to boil.&nbsp; Add noodles and cook for 3-4 minutes.&nbsp; Remove from heat, add miso, and stir until paste dissolves completely. Add&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.brwatyri0xko_l\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsatroop532.org\/links\/backpacking-meal-ideas#h.brwatyri0xko\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsatroop532.org\/links\/backpacking-meal-ideas#h.brwatyri0xko\"><\/a>First Night Dinners &#8211; Sous Vide Cooking 101<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For your first night, prepare your food at home, seal in a a quart-sized freezer bag, and then boil in the bag on the trail (don\u2019t take your food out of the bag: just put the bag right in the boiling water!)&nbsp; The food will still be cold (and safe) when you\u2019re ready to cook it at dinner time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Good options include<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Chili (vegetarian or meat)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Butter Chicken (or substitute tofu for vegetarian) served over<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Success-Boil-Bag-Basmati-Rice\/dp\/B008EEPFEA\/ref=asc_df_B008EEPFEA\/?tag=hyprod-20&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=563732627675&amp;hvpos=&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=5439707210914683061&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=9033276&amp;hvtargid=pla-1653426752822&amp;th=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;boil-in-bag rice<\/a>, with saag paneer on the side (this is a favorite with the adults)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.txeju0ub6ox5_l\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsatroop532.org\/links\/backpacking-meal-ideas#h.txeju0ub6ox5\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsatroop532.org\/links\/backpacking-meal-ideas#h.txeju0ub6ox5\"><\/a>Desserts<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Oreo Cheesecake<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">20 Oreos<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.safeway.com\/shop\/product-details.112040001.html?cmpid=ps_swy_sea_ecom_goo_20200924_71700000073186042_58700007112582568_92700063963421616&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw9deiBhC1ARIsAHLjR2C4z-bjqMW8AmIwrObPfeao-pllD6Ug-RYvVlEnv2xLsLp7WjY6zzoaAn4iEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1 packet no-bake cheesecake mix<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Carnation-Instant-22-75-Powdered-Stable\/dp\/B082LYGPJ9\/ref=asc_df_B082LYGPJ9\/?tag=hyprod-20&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=459651429040&amp;hvpos=&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=10047799599180911401&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=9033276&amp;hvtargid=pla-952528442041&amp;psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3\/4 c. milk powder<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Place cookies in a ziptop bag and pound into crumbs, and add about half of crust mix from cheesecake mix packet. Put crumbs in bottom of serving container(s). Add water to cheesecake mix (as directed) and knead until you have a custard-like consistencey.&nbsp; Transfer cheesecake into serving container(s) and give about 10 minutes to set.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pudding<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 package Instant Pudding<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Carnation-Instant-22-75-Powdered-Stable\/dp\/B082LYGPJ9\/ref=asc_df_B082LYGPJ9\/?tag=hyprod-20&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=459651429040&amp;hvpos=&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=10047799599180911401&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=9033276&amp;hvtargid=pla-952528442041&amp;psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3\/4 c milk powder<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before your trip, empty the pudding mix into a bowl. 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