Outpost Meals

I experimented with taking fresh corn and drying it, but it turned out tough and wouldn’t rehydrate quickly. Most of my foods are simply dried. I’ve stayed away from freeze-dried food for a variety of different reasons. I began to think that if I were going to use corn kernels in any of my recipes, they would have to be freeze-dried. Coming up with freeze-dried corn that was organic was no easy feat. Since I don’t happen to have an expensive, fancy freeze-drying machine, I went looking for someone who did. I found a farm in the Midwest with several. He agreed to run a batch of organic corn for me, but given the size of his machine, a “run” needed to be bigger than I thought I could use. So, I started thinking of recipes using corn. My brother suggested corn salsa. Given all the top-quality ingredients I already had on hand, the recipe came together easily.

I like my version better than most bottled varieties. It’s thick and perfect for dipping chips.

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There’s nothing more pampering than sneaking some heavy cow’s cream into your morning brew, giving it a thick, velvety smoothness. The protein in cow’s cream has the greatest ability of all creamers to soften any bitterness in coffee and tea by binding to polyphenolic compounds such as tannins that can cause stomach rumble. In addition, adding our organic cream powder to your brew won’t lower its temperature, and our cream is naturally sweet without having to add any sweeteners. Treat yourself to a hot brew laden with a spoonful of creamy attitude.

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Rich and flavorful, my versatile instant black bean flakes can play a lead or supporting role at mealtime. Make a main dish, thicken a soup ... let your imagination soar.

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Main dish, side dish, garnish or the best chip dip ever, my hot ’n spicy black bean flakes can supply you with sustenance any time of the day. Just add boiling water and wait five minutes.

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When I was in my 20s, my friends and I had a favorite restaurant we frequented. From the outside, it looked like a dive, but inside, the food was fabulous. We often gathered there for Saturday morning breakfasts. Rather than order their syrupy sweet pancakes, I always ordered huevos rancheros. It’s a classic combo for a reason—rice, beans, cheese, and eggs provide a triple dose of protein and unequaled sustenance. It’s the kind of dive-in breakfast that stays with you throughout the day.

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It was only a matter of time before I poured my favorite morning cup of tea loaded with cream from my cows into a bowl of leftover rice. The result knocked my socks off. My Outpost version uses soymilk, making it vegan—and divine.

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Every spoonful is a delicious combination of creamy, dreamy coconut milk paired with the unique, subtle sweetness of coconut sugar. Along with a healthy dose of fresh pecans, a hint of cinnamon, and flax seed for vital nutrition, it's a breakfast that gives testament to the amazing virtues of coconut. Our Creamy Coconut Breakfast Rice will please your belly and jump-start your morning.

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The distinctly rich gravy flavor of mushrooms doing double-duty with miso and rice as companions makes for a meal that is double-down satisfying.

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Peanuts and currants paired together offer the familiar comfort combo that a PB & J does, but with a whole lot more class. Combine that kind of comfort with the flavor of curry and the sustenance of rice and you’ll feel fancy-pants content, and plenty satisfied afterward.

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Playing solo or in harmony, my instant pinto bean flakes may inspire you to re-evaluate just how good and versatile beans can be, in addition to giving you a quick protein pick-me-up.

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This was one of my first backcountry food inventions. This bread mix comes in a tall zip-lock bag. You add water and knead the bag with your hands until it’s thoroughly mixed. Next, you cut off a corner of the bag and squeeze small dollops of bread into a hot skillet. It’s easy and quick. Picture yourself next to a lake taking in the smell of hot bread, garlic and basil. Eating these warm little breads is heavenly. Back home, you can use my stovetop skillet-bake instructions or make a BakeOver crust.

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Organic eggs are something to crow about! Uncaged happy hens strutting about pecking for this and that make the most contented sound on earth. I grew up raising chickens. In fact, when I was a teenager I decided I’d had enough of my older brothers and I moved into our chicken house. I remember I had a cot, a clock radio and an electric skillet. I can’t remember how long I lasted, but contented chickens also give us the best food on earth. In this mix I’ve thrown together some eggs, soy bits that taste like bacon and some sharp cheddar cheese powder. Just add water and scramble. Ready in minutes.

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