i absolutely agree. most of the foods you can take aren't fresh, so it just doesn't taste as good anyway. but i'm definitely not on the trail to enjoy fine cuisine.
on the other hand, the trip we all did to colorado bend state park, bestcampcookie cooked up some very satisfying stew that she dried and prepared herself. and a good meal like that after a days hike is VERY nice! much more satisfying and enjoyable than ramen and packaged meats!