Thanks for the in depth review on the IMP. I have never been able to get my hands on one and wondered how they compared to the MRE. Of which I have eaten WAY too many of.
The "field stripping" that was mentioned is a great way to lighten them up and/or make a great meal by taking your favorites from several and making one meal. On occasion while backpacking I have taken just the main course out of an MRE along with the heater.Just to treat myself and get away from the dehydrated meals if only for a night.