Jerky and meat bars tend to be a little low on calories, but high in protein — which is critical for muscle repair. I take 2-3 round cakes and crumble them, drop in boiling water and add a little Chinese 5 spice powder, a good squirt of soy sauce, then when almost cooked, add 4-5 eggs, and about 1/2 tsp dark sesame oil, or other oil, cook till done, and that is a good meal for 2. You deliver the world on a plate – when we can’t cook, won’t cook, or need a night off from the washing up.

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Seasoned backpackers will be familiar with the tried-and-true instant oat pouches, but thankfully there are a lot more options to try out! This bag can fit up to 7 boxes of 12-inch pizzas and can be carried comfortably as a backpack with its back and shoulders padding.Connect with us and your fellow Spartans to keep up to date with the latest SpartanPacs and protection. That is why the bag is made of 1000D fabric, which is a 100% polyester PU coated with hydrophobic treatment. We use a Soto Windmaster Stove with this Sea to Summit pot when we plan on doing a mix of commercial freeze-dried meals and DIY meals.