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6 packets of plain instant oatmeal1 pack of freeze dried fruit1 pack of banana pudding mixOPTIONAL: 2 tablespoons chocolate chipsBoil about 1.5 times more water than the package instructions call forWhen water is boiling, lower heat and add the oatmeal.When oatmeal thickens (it will be on the soupy side), add pudding mix and stir thoroughlyServe into individual platesAdd half of freeze dried fruit (and optional chocolate chips)
1 package instant mashed potatoes2 individually wrapped cheddar cheese sticksOne of:2 servings cooked/crumbled bacon (buy pre-packaged bacon bits or cook/crumble 1-2 pieces of bacon per person at home)2 servings salami or pepperoniPrepare the mashed potatoes according to package instructionsServe into individual platesIn your plate, break up the cheese stick into small pieces and stir to meltTop with half of the bacon bits or salami/pepperoni
2 individual personal sized sleeves of crackers (e.g. Ritz or Townhouse both offer this)4 individually wrapped cheddar cheese sticks2 servings salami or pepperoniGive each person a sleeve of crackers, 2 cheese sticks, and 1 serving of salami/pepperoniAssemble and eat
2 bananas2 large or 4 small tortillas (flour)2 small ziplock bags that each have 2 servings of peanut butter and 1 serving of honeyPeel bananaIf using large tortilla, place whole banana in tortilla; if using small tortillas, break banana in two and place half in each tortillaSpread peanut butter/honey in tortillaWrap up & eat
1 packet Knorr Alfredo pasta4 foil packets chicken2 servings of grated parmesan cheeseOptionally: 1-2 TBSP of butterCook pasta according to packet instructions using only water (omit optional oil & milk)When pasta is cooked, lower heat and add chicken (if using butter add it now)After 30-60 seconds turn off stove, wait for 2-3 minutes and serve into individual platesIn your plate, stir 1 serving of the grated parmesan cheese
1 packet Knorr Chicken rice (really any flavor of Knorr rice can work for this)4 foil packets chickenCook rice according to packet instructions using only water (omit optional oil)When rice is cooked, lower heat and add chickenAfter 30-60 seconds turn off stove, wait for 2-3 minutes and serve into individual plates
1 packets Knorr Cheesy Cheddar Pasta2 individually wrapped cheddar cheese sticks2 servings salami or pepperoniOptionally: 1-2 TBSP of butterCook pasta according to packet instructions using only water (omit optional oil & milk)When pasta is cooked, lower heat and butter if using, along with cheddar cheese and salami or pepperoniAfter 30-60 seconds turn off stove, wait for 2-3 minutes and serve into individual plates
1 packet Knorr Spanish rice4 foil packets chicken2 individually wrapped cheddar cheese sticks2 servings of chili Fritos (or doritos/corn chips)Cook rice according to packet instructions using only water (omit optional oil)When rice is cooked, lower heat and add chickenAfter 30-60 seconds turn off stove, wait for 2-3 minutes and serve into individual platesIn your plate, break up the cheese stick into small pieces and stir to meltTop with 1 serving of Fritos/chips
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Simple trail tested recipes.
This is a companion to . If you don’t feel like coming up with your own menu ideas based on that, try one of these. This is a collection of simple recipes that are trail tested and proven to taste good. All ingredients can be purchased at most grocery stores.
If you use some of these recipes on your trip, be sure to augment the overall menu with additional snacks etc as described on .
PORTION SIZE: Unless otherwise marked, all recipes are sized for 2 people, simply scale up as needed for the size of your crew.
🥣 Breakfast
Banana Pudding Oatmeal
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Cheesy Potatoes
This hearty breakfast can also work as a dinner.
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🥪 Lunch
Backcountry Charcuterie
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Honey Banana Tortilla Wraps
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🥘 Dinner
Chicken Alfredo
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Chicken & Rice
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Mac & Cheese
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Spanish Rice & Chicken
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