The self-heating summit mac and cheese delivers a hot, creamy and comforting meal anywhere — no stove, no gas, no flame. With 378 kcal and 16 g of protein, it's perfect for refuelling on a hike, bivouac or bikepacking trip.
Summit mac and cheese is a complete freeze-dried meal designed for eating in the great outdoors. Suitable for hiking, bivouacking or bikepacking, it stands out thanks to its self-heating system. This allows you to enjoy a hot meal without a stove, gas or flame — a practical advantage when travelling light or when using a stove is not an option.
The recipe combines pasta with a rich, creamy cheese sauce. Its generous flavour and smooth texture make for a comforting meal after a hard day's effort. One serving provides 378 kcal, with 40.8 g of carbohydrates and 16 g of protein to help meet your energy needs during outdoor activities.
Preparation is done directly using the self-heating system. After rehydrating the meal with the indicated amount of water, the pouch is placed in the flameless heater. Adding water to the heating compartment triggers a reaction that produces heat. This allows you to prepare a hot meal independently, without carrying extra fuel or cooking equipment.
Light and compact before rehydration, this meal fits easily into a backpack or bikepacking bag. Its packaging is designed for transport, and its long shelf life also makes it ideal for building up a meal reserve for multi-day adventures.
Summit self-heating mac and cheese features:
Warning: the self-heating system generates significant heat during operation. Do not touch the heating agent directly or open the heater during the reaction. Do not use the device on your lap or inside a sleeping bag. Place it on a stable surface and use it in a well-ventilated area, out of reach of children. Allow the heating pouch to cool completely before disposing of it. The heating system is single-use only.
The heating pouch contains an agent that reacts on contact with a small amount of water. This reaction generates heat and warms your meal without flame, gas or a stove.
The heater is particularly handy when using a flame or stove is impossible or inadvisable: areas with fire restrictions, travel without gas canisters, strong wind, rain, bivouacking or emergency situations.
Allow approximately 20 minutes, depending on the meal type and outdoor conditions. The reaction typically begins 20 to 30 seconds after adding water.
Depending on the model, as little as 20 to 50 ml of water is sufficient. Always follow the indicated quantity: too much water can cause overflow, while too little reduces heating efficiency.
No. The water used to activate the heater does not need to be drinking water. This means you can save your drinking water for hydration or meal preparation. However, any water added directly to a freeze-dried meal must be drinking water.
The heater can reach very high temperatures, typically around 90 to 100 °C (194 to 212 °F) depending on the model and conditions of use. Hot steam may also be released. Never touch the heating agent directly during or immediately after the reaction.
Use it only in a sufficiently ventilated space and in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Never use it in a completely enclosed space and do not place it against a sleeping bag, down jacket or any other heat-sensitive material.
Always place the heater on a stable, heat-resistant surface. Never place it on your lap, inside a sleeping bag or near flammable materials. Keep it out of reach of children and avoid opening or puncturing the heating pouch.
No. Each heating pouch is designed for single use only.
Allow it to cool completely before disposing of it. Then follow the instructions on the packaging and your local waste sorting guidelines.
| Composition | Per 100g | Per product |
|---|---|---|
| Energy value in Kcal | 472 | 378 |
| Energy value in Kj | 1973 | 1578 |
| Lipids (g) | 20 | 16 |
| Of which saturated fats (g) | 11 | 8.8 |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 51 | 40.8 |
| Sugar (g) | 4.7 | 3.8 |
| Fibre (g) | 2.3 | 1.8 |
| Proteins (g) | 20 | 16 |
| Salt (g) | 0.94 | 0.75 |
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