Since fats take more time to digest than carbohydrates, his body will be using the fats and proteins to repair itself while he's asleep. The ingredients and possible dinners listed below are always changing but will give you an idea what's available. All it takes is a little imagination and you have a first class meal. Listed below are some ideas for new hikers. Deserts can be just about anything.
Instant puddings mixed with dry milk are always good.
Other alternatives are anything made by Hostess, such as Ding Dongs, Twinkies, Fruit Pies. Also good are home made cookies or brownies. Mashed potatoes Corn Punch Hostess Fruit Pie Make up the hamburger patty at home and freeze it. As he gets ready to go on Friday afternoon, wrap the frozen patty in foil, shiny side in, and seal in a small Ziploc bag. Buy instant mashed potatoes and send one serving sealed in a bag.