We all know that feeling - you're in a hurry to get to somewhere but you're hungry or know you will be before you get back home. You will either need to pack something before you leave or stop somewhere to pick something up. Being forced to grab something quickly often means eating food that is not as nutritious or appetizing as it could or should be.
What if instead of stopping for a $10-$15 greasy, high calorie meal at the local fast-food drive through, you could eat a warm, delicious, nutritious meal that will probably cost you less than a $1.50? That's cheaper than the Costco hot dog combo!
Freeze drying food in the CUBE by Prep4Life gives you limitless options.
SALADS:
- Freeze dry spinach, strawberries, blueberries and feta cheese. When ready to consume add nuts and salad dressing. Shake and let sit for a minute or two. If needed add a small amount of water to aid in the reconstitution.
- Portion romaine lettuce into containers. Add freeze dried meats, cheese and vegetables. Add dressing, shake and let sit. If needed added a small amount of water to aid in the reconstitution.
SOUPS:
- Whether you freeze dry the leftover soup you made for dinner or make an extra batch for the purpose of freeze drying, you'll be saving money.
- Freeze dried soup can be packaged into individual servings.
- Grab one as you're headed out the door. All that is needed for reconstitution is water.
PASTA:
- Imagine eating a delicious serving of Fettuccini Chicken Alfredo or Vodka Pasta with Meat on a busy work day, or while out hiking your favorite trail.
- Just add water and lunch is ready!
RICE:
- Most people don't realize that packaged instant and ready-made rice actually take at least 5-10 minutes to cook. That doesn't include the time it takes to bring the water to a boil.
- Spanish Rice, Jasmin Rice, Cilantro Lime Rice, Brown Rice, White Rice and so many other varieties of rice can be freeze dried.
- All that is needed for reconstitution is hot water.
- Reconstitution time is usually under 3 minutes.
MEATS:
- Chicken, Beef, Lamb, Pork and most other meats can be freeze dried.
- Pair one of these with pasta, rice, or veggies, and you have a gourmet meal just by adding water!
VEGETABLES:
- Freeze dried vegetables are a wonderful main course or snack.
- For more variety try adding different herbs and spices to plain vegetables before freeze drying.
Freeze drying food saves time and money, without compromising nutrition and taste. We'd love to hear what freeze dried foods you pack for lunch!
