When I don't take Pro Paks, I juts rip the top off the Mtn House, zip it to about 7/8's closed then suck the air out of it. Fold it over tight and tape it with some scotch tape, works great.
I'm not a big fan of oatmeal so I like to take dehydrated scrambled eggs, throw in some instant flavored grits then vacuum seal it. I also like the foiled tuna, chicken, ham, and salmon along with the instant rice meals as a substitute for a few Mtn House meals as a change of pace.
