Finally a Good Backpacking Meal? - Pinnacle Foods Sticky Teriyaki Chicken

[@mbarr1029]

Loved the out takes at the end. Good content does not just happen, it is a work in progress.

[@salsanacho]

I just love how there's all these new options for backpacking food, competition and variety are a great thing!

[@kerry1383]

I think their meals are some of the tastiest available, and I’ve tried most on the market. I had the same issue with the bag and left a friendly review on their website. Ben, one of the owners, took the time to send this to me in response: -- Hey David, Thanks for leaving a review on our biscuits and gravy product. I just wanted to let you know why the large bag. What you see in our photos and what we normally use is the 12oz (this may have been the bag you are talking about I didn't go and look at when you ordered). The dimensions on that bag are 10.125 x 6.5 x 3.5. While we don't love these bags for their size we do love them for their impact on the planet. Our plan is to get custom sizes created however to do that we have to order at least 20,000 bags and as a small batch company we haven't been able to make that large of a purchase yet but we are working toward getting set up in a new space which will increase our capacity and we will be looking to make that leap to a custom bag, hopefully, this summer. Because of how covid affected manufacturers throughout the world Tek Pack Solutions did not have any of our "normal" sizes available. So we had to use their larger 1 pound bag (this is most likely what you got as it's more absurdly too big. We are sorry for the inconvenience this has caused. However, our product doesn't fit into the smaller bag option (you mention the 9inch 1/2 lb bag in the review). We've tested with that smaller size and it doesn't work. Anyway, Tek Pack Solutions couldn't give us a timeline when they would have new bags available so we had to choose either the larger bag or going with a different option like a mylar bag. We choose the larger bag from Tek Pack Solutions Anyway just wanted to explain and make it clear it's got nothing to do with the sticker and we don't intend to keep it this way and never choose this as our ideal but under limited options the best available. Our ideal will be a much shorter bag, currently thinking something like 6 inches tall :) All the best! Ben --

[@kegsie100]

I found this channel a few months ago now and I can’t get enough, you just know they’re good honest KZbinrs.

[@jimkoval8546]

To eat out of the bag easier, reseal the zip top, turn bag sideways and carefully slice open the long edge,

[@redriver6541]

Thank You. I've been looking for something besides Wise and Mountain House..... They get old quick. I appreciate the heads up y'all. Hopefully you all are having a wonderful spring day.....like we are here in KY.

[@bushcrfter7917]

Strength and honor to you friend i will be trying this one soon thanks for you honest review!

[@leebenson4874]

Next to my wife this is the part of my life I miss the most!! Boat camping on the Mighty Mo.

[@mrwes100]

Thanks for sharing Mr. Luke and Mrs. Suzie. I'd love to see some reviews on Next Mile meals.

[@ericacanapp9211]

Great job!! Love the out takes!!! ✅✅✅✅👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@geezerpleasers_OG]

I just happened upon your channel. I love your Camper's Café reviews. As a retired woman on a fixed income, these are very helpful in preparing for the trips I take. Subscribed.

[@gilljo1]

Looks like a good meal .thanks for the video and stay safe.

[@browsman2328]

I have a tendency toward high blood pressure and try to limit my salt intake to under 1500mg a day. For me even 500mg per serving is high which is why I make my own backpacking food.

[@malekdarshin]

Are you taking potassium supplements? Potassium bonds with the sodium and carries it out of your system.

[@browsman2328]

No’ I’m not, but I will try that. I take a multi-vitamin which probably has some potassium in it and I eat a lot of potatoes though. Thanks.

[@mikel9567]

@@malekdarshin No it doesn't. Potassium and Sodium are both very similar chemically. Your body self regulates the potassium levels. This has nothing to do with sodium. On a cellular level, your cells are using a sodium-potassium pump to effect the exchange. Three sodium ions will be booted out of the cell and replaced by two potassium ones. This is a far more complex process than what can be explained here. But Potassium does not bind to sodium. If it did, it would throw off the entire cellular process which is necessary for life. Potassium Citrate is not used to treat blood pressure conditions and isn't normally prescribed to patients with blood pressure medications.

[@davidglazener7921]

@@mikel9567 You are so right. I have high blood pressure also and doctors don't prescribe potassium supplements.

[@supersami7748]

Let’s see how many other old people watch and enjoy your channel. When I started hiking in the early 1960’s with my dad and well into the early 1980’s the only option we had was Dri Lite food, or you took canned food! Dad was pretty sure C-Rations tasted better. The powdered eggs were the best of the worst. Great vids

[@williammccaslin8527]

Do's 62 count as old, but my brain says I'm 21, the body, not so much, lol.

[@randyc9656]

I really love the stowaway meals you reviewed,I buy those like crazy they are so good , thanks for the review,I’ll have to try those too

[@Outdoorsaustralia]

Loved the bloopers at the end guy's I know how it can be lol 👍👍👍 Cheers Daryl

[@suezaple4950]

Looked like a good meal thanks for the review, Always nice to find a good back packing meal, I usually use mountain house Have to look for this brand

[@richd5025]

I have bought a few different brands of back packing food. Comes in handy when I can't get to a truckstop for a meal and don't want to cook. I like meals that only need boiling water to heat it up. I'll take a look at these meals.

[@sanjlakhanpal5017]

Good to know thanks guys

[@FrankO-ek1ec]

Was waiting for the food video ✅

[@shramj]

Awesome video and glad to see other freeze dried foods that are more on the healthier side.

[@thomash7573]

Looks like it would be good in a wrap.

[@smooth2260]

Bloopers...bloopers...Awesome...Strength n Honor..

[@Kpalsm]

Instead of cutting it off at the top, you might consider rolling it up from the bottom, sorta like a big tube of toothpaste.

[@Will-Parr]

Smells pretty good.

[@SeaOfLuv]

Watching this on Feb. 17, 2024 from CA. Strength and honor to you both.

[@jeromeknasinski3862]

Ok I got so excited, so excited to try the Pinnacle Foods products you raved about only to find .... they are Out Of STOCK....No worries. On the list to be informed when it is back in stock. So..... I ordered their Breakfast and Coffee. Thanks....love you guys.

[@pinnaclefoodsco]

We have inventory again and are up and running in our new kitchen! Thanks!

[@randallharmsen5802]

Thanks for the review guys. I am looking for some of these meals for my twins which they are planning a hiking trip. Early birthday presents! Feel that both of you have experienced many freeze dried meals and know what is best out on the market. Thanks for the video.

[@moorejl57]

I just checked out the site and I have to say, everything looks amazing. I like the calorie and protein amounts in each meal. I would definitely go this route for a 3 day trip, probably too expensive for a week long adventure. The length of the bag is not an issue for me, I would just trim it down after re hydrating since I need to pack everything out anyway, would have a trash zip lock that I store in my bear canister.

[@exploringitall8588]

I agree, when I went to the site everything was sold out !

[@pinnaclefoodsco]

We have inventory again and we’re up and running in our new kitchen!

[@kram4771]

Thanks for the great review Suzy and Luke! Been looking for backpacking meals of better quality than Mountain House and am definitely going to try Pinnacle foods out. Loving Campers Cafe, love you guys.....Strength And Honor

[@ferebeefamily]

Thank you for the video on this meal.

[@titanpreparedness]

Seems like a great meal. I like seeing all these small companies making good competition for the bigger guys. Competition drives the market

[@papajeff5486]

“What I like about this is that it’s simple but yet complicated”, said Luke. Hmmm. Luke’s trademark compliment... Texas

[@unclemikessouthernoutdoors3783]

I just ate now Im hungry again....Thanks Luke, Thanks a lot...LOL

[@nunzioification]

They actually call 550 cal 1 serving rather than 2 servings like those other brands, especially while roughing it out there, 280 calories is no meal

[@donaldrohrbach502]

Awesome job you two!!

[@Big.cOfficial]

I might have to try them. Thanks for the review, you guys. Keep up the good work. ❤

[@jksponga]

Good video. Thanks for sharing this

[@Steven-js8yk]

Susan is a sweetheart ❤️ , really enjoyed the review 😊

[@susanleviton3418]

3:02 best advice ever

[@engineeredlifeform]

Good test! In particular because after a decent hike and expenditure of energy, when you are hungry, fairly bland food can feel like the best thing ever, but if you try the same product again later, when you aren't starving, you are disappointed. If you are impressed with the product during a casual lunch, it'll be even better after several miles of hard going : -)

[@baird329]

In the Army I used to cut MRE entrees sideways to make the packs a bowl instead of a pouch. I cut most of the freeze dried packs in half before eating to make them more manageable. Then again I've never cared for Gandalf or long handle spoons.

[@alexanderweaver4838]

Luke and Susan, I don't know if you have a Trader Joe's store in your area but they sell some incredible meals in plastic ziploc bags and cheap, too. I made some pork pot stickers yesterday, fried them in extra virgin olive oil, added some of my own spices and ate them with roasted halves of brussel sprouts. The pot stickers were $4.99 a bag as are many of the variety of meals. I know you have a portable refrigerator for overland camping. Today I found some incredible tea flavors I'm dying to try out.

[@vagabondquerier9375]

That is one GREAT endorsement

[@davidhughes8661]

I can tell you liked it how fast you was eating it .

[@alexanderweaver4838]

I'm a prepper and have dehydrated meals in my pantry, mostly the 4Patriots 72 hour packages, a few Mountain House, Pantry and one other brand I cannot remember. They are all stacked in a large plastic bin. However, when I hike or overland camp I like to plan a menu and cook it from scratch. Cooking is an activity I enjoy instilled by my mother who was a phenomenal oriental cuisine cook. She also picked up some pretty awesome recipes when dad was stationed in South Carolina such as ham hocks and black eyed peas, fried chicken and others. I love watching You Tubers who add cooking to their bushcraft or overland camping videos. I write them down on 3X5 cards and have practiced several of them at home to get the spices right. Anyway, I went to the Pinnacle Foods site to order a couple of meals to try them out and they are presently out of stock. I'm on an email list when the stock is replenished.

[@azclaimjumper]

I just checked, an hour after you, & they are SOLD OUT of 4 of their 6 meals.

[@Joseph-cm9og]

If you guys have decathlon where you are, they have some good hiking meals.

[@redstone5149]

Great video. Never heard of this company. Will give them a try.

[@no_handle_required]

I like that they only have 6 choices, drives me nuts trying to decide which mountain house to buy. I just wish prices weren't so ridiculous to me.

[@broadside8326]

not only to you.... when i was prepping i thought about going that route so i can generate a years worth.....until i checked prices and i have to say that all of them are overpriced period. if you trow out the ammount they do in numbers,10 to 15$ is absolutly overpriced. 5 bucks would be ok but i get it..... and this is a product review so of course its awesome😉

[@no_handle_required]

@@broadside8326 Thanks, I don't feel so cheap now. That's what I was thinking. I got a deal on mountain house when I first tried them at REI and they were 5 bucks a bag, I loaded up. When went through and went back I got sticker shock. They still seem to be the least expensive depending on the size and flavor but sheesh.I know you're paying for the convenience and not just the food, but come on.

[@broadside8326]

@@no_handle_required im feeling you😂 for 5$ i would really load up by the case too.... if i picture for how many days i can live off 10$ if i have bought food in bulk before....makes these packs just fall out of the grid. just not made for prepping in large numbers. at least for somebody that have to earn his/her money by working😉

[@no_handle_required]

@@broadside8326 Yea ,they are a little "boutique" I mean they're pretty much convenience foods, it's not like we don't have healthier (and cheaper) options. For me, it's all about having a stash that I grab and pack for my day trips, which are usually unplanned. There are times when all I bring are clif bars, which are also way overpriced, but sure are convenient for energy on a trail.

[@steventhomas1952]

We know exactly what your talking about Luke. Don’t worry.

[@georgelaurie2302]

Ive not tried these yet but if they are as good as ya say ill look for them im always looking for good food when I'm in the great outdoors

[@HeyImDateMike]

Peak Refuel has some meals that I really like a lot. The beef pasta marinara is probably my favorite

[@azclaimjumper]

I agree 100%. That meal you referred to is my favorite; less sodium & a lot more grams of Protein & carbohydrate calories than the PInnacle Foods meal reviewed today. I've found I have to open the Peak Refule package at home, weight out 2 equal portions, put the portions into ziplock baggies & when I'm ready to eat the 1/2 portions fill me. I pour the portions of freeze dried food into a cup of boiling water. Once I've added the meal to the cup of boiling water I insert the 750ml Titanium cup into my own home-made Koozie. After the 10 minutes to re-hydrate I have a meal that is still almost TOO HOT to eat. I use a small fold- spork. No need for a long handled one.

[@glennshoup118]

Luke and Susie do you always take pkg meals could you go on adventure and cook something for each other and a surprise trip for us we love to see you both

[@bobjoncas2814]

...just in time for brunch..lol..lookin' tasty, bon appitite, stay safe...

[@cappaculla]

$12? I'm not broke... But that's just pushing it a bit...

[@k1dicarus]

I never understood the astronomical prices. Now I sorta do cause I want to buy a dehydrater and make my own food. And it takes time, alot. So you pay for convenience. And sealable bag, food and electricity cost add up. Sure you are cheaper and if you choose so, healthier. If they actually taste delicious and are big portions, the store ones are ok in price.

[@cappaculla]

@@k1dicarus I do get the idea and have bought many MREs and dehydrated meals, however they have all been at a more realistic price point, I guess one thing about the dehydrated meals is the shelf life

[@k1dicarus]

@@cappaculla I will never pay 12$ for an MRE either. But I'm not eating them for long period of times either. I'm a weekend hiker/cyclists and even on longer trips, a supermarket is never far. I think the above $10 MREs are for thru hikers who wanna spoil themself now and than.

[@carmas54]

for those who are on a low sugar/carb diet most of them don't cut it. Label reading is a must.

[@glsloto7909]

Dehydrated meals are so much cheaper than freeze-dried ones, which aren't sustainable and require much more energy to cool and dehydrate. Combine that with cold soaking of beans, grains, and dried vegeables and you can eat so much better at just a fraction of the price. I like to eat fresh the first few days, then cold sandwiches, then cook.

[@exploringitall8588]

I was going to order some of these meals and went to the company website and all their meals were sold out except 1 !

[@pinnaclefoodsco]

Where back in stock! Free shipping on your first order! Thanks!

[@jamesellsworth9673]

I like a syrupy sauce in teriyaki. I also prefer the rice kernels to be white, retaining their own flavor. That cannot be done with freeze-dried, reconstituted meals, I realize. The reconstituted asparagus looked amazingly freshly-cooked.

[@sue08401]

LMAO - I'm cooking a Teriyaki meal tonight.

[@boskostoybox]

I want to try their jalapeno biscuit and gravy one.

[@maynardgonzalez3071]

Nice ending... 😂😂😂

[@briar35981]

GREAT video ! That does look exceptional. Type 2 here, so camp meals are a No NO for me. (Carb and Sugar fest) But I do appreciate all your efforts on the video. Dehydration must be very difficult. The cost per once on all meals are off the charts expensive.

[@jayjenkins4721]

I may have to give those a try. Have you tried Stowaway Gourmet? Quite a bit more expensive at $15-$17 a pop...but you can have Bison Beer Black Bean Chili or Wild Boar Bacon Bean Stew....both are awesome! Many other menu items including breakfast like Spiced Creamy Oatmeal with Pear.

[@mccglastron1972]

YO! USE THAT SONG AT THE END as your into & Outro on EVERY video... it's perfect and catchy... trust me, lol!

[@jpisme9082]

I would like this with a grilled t-bone steak (cooked so rare that a good vet could save the cow).

[@jbmbryant]

Can I borrow that expression? That was good! LMAO!

[@jpisme9082]

@@jbmbryant sure you can. Have a good one and hang in there like a pair of cheap dentures my friend. Lol

[@jbmbryant]

@@jpisme9082 LMAO!

[@oscarm.3593]

Hey love your content it’s amazing! Correct me if I’m wrong, have you done a video on metal fire box’s that go with a tent and a chimney? If you haven’t can you please do one, I’m really interested in purchasing one for the winter season and I’d like to hear your feedback. Thank you!

[@rudyo8409]

Have you 2 ever added hard tac to your trail meals ? And have you 2 ever made it ?

[@camman9888]

Just checked the website. 11.99 per meal so really $12 not 11. No biggie. BUT every flavor I would consider, with the exception of scrambled eggs, is out of stock. That doesn't happen with mountain house.

[@pinnaclefoodsco]

Sorry about the out of stock. We have inventory again and are up and running in our new kitchen! Free shipping on your first order! Thanks!

[@joels.80]

I have been eating these meals for a while now. Love to support a hometown company. Have you tried the Herb Roasted Chicken and White Cheddar Dumplings? It is one of my favorites. I just noticed on their website that they are moving into a larger kitchen so it will be about May before they are back up to speed and shipping product out again.

[@bugoutbasics1070]

Awesome

[@JohnGault2398]

Unfortunately freeze-dried meal packs in my area are $15-17. Out of my budget, so I dehydrate fruits, vegetables, and meat myself and take that with a travel spice kit.

[@williammccaslin8527]

What is the shelf life of their meals, thx for the vid.

[@pinnaclefoodsco]

Right now it’s 1.5 years, but we’re exploring other packaging for much longer shelf life. Thanks!

[@NadesikoRose]

Where did you get the pinnacle meal packs? I looked on Amazon and couldn’t find them….I also googled them and couldn’t find them there???

[@massivedynamic2339]

After watching vids of you appearing to think that an unseasoned can of beans eaten straight out was cavalier, I trust your wife's opinion on food more than yours! Stay safe

[@keisha717]

I checked Pinnacle's website and they are out-of-stock of everything. But you can get a coupon for free shipping on your first order.

[@pinnaclefoodsco]

We have inventory again and are up and running in our new kitchen! Thanks!

[@terrym1065]

Susie, Luke👍👍 Well done video. I've often wondered why the packaging for these kinds of foods are not Eco friendly/biodegradable. After all, this food is made specifically for people going into the wild/back country, hence the price. Seems like if we can put a helicopter on Mars, we could come up with something. Yeah, I get it, carry out your trash...but I see this all over in the bush. As far as the food goes, no thanks, can't handle the sodium content or preservatives. Weight is less important to me, I bring foods that are wholesome and heavy and when consumed in a couple days, my KelTec CMR30 secures what I need 😉 Enjoy!

[@markswishereatsstuff2500]

Maybe it's the OGR effect. Pinnacle is out of stock on a few items. On their email notifications when they return.

[@pinnaclefoodsco]

We have inventory again and are up and running in our new kitchen! Free shipping on your first order! Thanks!

[@durwynor]

I'll have to try this, MH leaves me uncomfortabley bloated.

[@lakorai2]

Margins on those freeze dried meals are out of control. They should be $6, not $12. Cost of manufacturing is like $1.

[@gertvanpeet3120]

Are the people afraid of longer cooking times? Quick boil rice ..7 minutes, normal mashed potato powder..no cook time. And the cost? Just twenty grams more fuel? We did two weeks on 1200 ml gasoline...two persons. No special mountan food.. So where is the extra value?

[@no_handle_required]

3 minutes to boil water for a mountain house bag. That's 4 extra minutes of hiking. :)

[@gertvanpeet3120]

@@no_handle_required only in the army we were in a hurry...

[@firstname4337]

$11.99 ? ! ? ! forget that

[@azclaimjumper]

They're SOLD OUT of this meal. They're SOLD OUT of 4 out of 6 of their meals, Luke. Looks like you created a stampede for their meals.

[@pinnaclefoodsco]

We have inventory again and are up and running in our new kitchen! Free shipping on your first order! Thanks!

[@davidglazener7921]

Wait. You said Mountain House is 2 servings per package for $10. Pinnacle Foods is 1 serving per bag for $12. It is more than twice as much as Mt. House unless I misheard something.

[@pinnaclefoodsco]

We put one serving on the bag because we feel the two serving bags are misleading, we always eat a full bag. Our meals have comparable calories and almost twice the protein as the two serving meals. Thanks! -John

[@AccidentalHiker1]

I'm trying out "Wild Zora".

[@usp.4073]

I’m hungry watching this. Do you guys know if there are any organic meals available?

[@willisblevins4190]

Nice show teriyaki is not my cup of tea maybe I try one of the breakfast thanks

[@rudyo8409]

I'm thinkin yer talkin about married life" lol

[@BEDSOGJT]

Anyone know the name of the song at the end of vid?

[@capefearcapt4679]

49% sodium... holy smokes!

[@gr-db3uu]

My cardiologist would have a coronary if he knew i was ingesting this! Do you know if any of of the food companies offer a low sodium version?

[@jamesbuchner5875]

What's the chairs

[@johngalt6929]

For the money, it doesn't look very inviting. It's just a brownish mass. Should have larger pieces of identifiable food in it.

[@macmccarrick6165]

Edd I Cut Good on ya!!

[@umomiekiller]

Definitely went up in price just in a year

[@maximusjoseppi5904]

how do you boil water with one of those cans without the handle getting super hot haha

[@HenrikLaurell]

Would be nice to see you cook real food some day... Same with coffee. There is no need for instant when the real deal is so easy to do.

[@debbieseagraves4731]

I went to order the meal and everything is out of stock!! Boo!

[@pinnaclefoodsco]

We have inventory again and are up and running in our new kitchen! Free shipping on your first order! Thanks!

[@earlshaner4441]

Thank you for sharing brother and sister

[@Megames2012]

Is it really worth the extra 3 to 4 bucks a meal over Mt House?

[@pinnaclefoodsco]

We think so😁 are meals are chef prepared with nearly twice the protein, and we use high quality, fresh ingredients that won’t drag you down after!

[@nomadzatara]

Who loves their buddy?