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Bla Band are the Scandinavian market leaders for expedition meals. Originally developed though collaboration with the Swedish military; the meals are now a must have for every outdoor enthusiast.
Bla Band says
A tasty vegetarian option with an Italian twist. A great option if you are looking to 'carbo load'. A good portion of pasta in a tasty tomato and garlic sauce. Part of the Blå Band Expedition Meal series, this meal not only tastes great but is easily prepared and filling. Can be eaten hot or cold.
Our Verdict
Staff here at UOG have found Bla Band's meals pretty tasty and easy to prepare. All you have to do is simply fill the packet up to the indicated level with hot or cold water, stir, wait a little and your ready to go! Not all food brands feature a water level indicator but we prefer they did as they are incredibly helpful.
The packaging is made from Flextrus Transofoil, which is both fully recyclable as a plastic and is designed in such a way to act as an excellent insulator, helping keep your meal hotter for longer.
There's something for everyone as Bla Band’s meals cater for people with special dietary requirements. Some of the meals are suitable for vegetarians, those with lactose intolerance and people who need their food to be gluten free.
 7/10 |
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| STAFF'S TASTE TEST - “Blå Band’s Pasta with Tomato and Garlic is a flavourful vegetarian choice. The sauce brings a bold hit of tomato and garlic, balanced with a satisfying consistency and well-hydrated pasta. While a touch of extra spice could add a welcome kick, the dish remains enjoyable for its straightforward, robust Italian flavour.” |
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
Ingredients:
- Pasta 55 % (durum wheat semolina(gluten), salt), sunflower oil, tomato powder 10%, tomato 7.5%, sugar, glucose syrup, sal, pea protein, herbs and spices, carrot, parsnip, milk protein, garlic, onion, flavourings, dextrose.
- May contain traces of crustaceans, eggs, fish, soy, celery, molluscs, lupin and mustard.
- Suitable for Vegetarians
Preparations:
1 - Tear off the top and fold out the bottom
2 - Add 400 ml of boiling water (level G)
3 - Stir
4 - Re-seal, wait 10 mins
Add more water if required
Can be prepared using cold water, extend the time to > 30 mins
Specifications
Nutrition Facts
| Per 100g | Per meal | |
| Energy | 1752kJ - 417kcal | 2607 kJ - 622 kcal |
| Fat | 15g | 23g |
| of which saturated fat | 1g | 1.7g |
| Carbohydrates | 56g | 83g |
| of which sugars | 13g | 19g |
| Protein | 12g | 18g |
| Salt | 3.1g | 4.7g |
| Packet weight | 180 g |
