Although we usually pack the same types of food every time we backpack I think next time I will try something new. This recipe seems like it would be perfect.



DOUBLE ONION & POTATO STEW
A crispy, cheesy garnish tops this winter comfort dish.

4 cups water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup dried potatoes
4 beef bouillon cubes
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (or 1 teaspoon dried)
1 medium onion
Salt and pepper to taste
3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup French fried onions (such as French's)

At Home
Place potatoes, bouillon cubes, and thyme in a zip-top bag.

In Camp
Add water to the pot and stir in cornstarch until smooth. Place over high heat. Add potato mixture, heat to boiling, and simmer for 6 to 7 minutes. Thinly slice onion and add to the pot. Simmer 5 more minutes. Season with parsley, salt, and pepper. Spoon stew into bowls and garnish with Parmesan cheese and French fried onions. Serves 2.

Hi all.
Its been a bit since I posted on the blog but with the new site up and running hopefully that will change. I've been working on some new Symbiot swag. So those of you who order a new pack from us will be getting a button and sticker. Just a little token of appreciation.

As you can see, we're very busy. These little shots are from our photo shoot last week. We still have to go through and pick our favorites... all 78 of them. Stay tuned for our official SportBack announcement. We should be ready for sales very very soon. Just in time for the holiday!
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This will be the last of the SPORTBACK teasers. We will be releasing information on the SPORTBACK real soon, like maybe tomorrow. So come back real soon and see what all the years of hpye has been about.

This picture is of a sculpture in front of the Art Museum in Philadelphia during the early stages of a major storm that hit the east coast in February 2006. I ran around for a good few hours taking pictures of the city, this happened to be one of my favorites. jer