I am just about ready to make up a batch of pancakes from scratch, using flour, baking powder, salt, etc.(regular Sunday morning ritual). It is amazingly simple to turn out pancakes, muffins, and many varieties of non-yeast breads (banana bread is my favorite). Get a copy of Joy of Cooking and a few simple supplies from the supermarket - measuring spoons, muffin pan, etc. and have at it. You might also look at a few camping style cookbooks - they feature recipes for hard tack and other items that can be baked before going on the trail. You will find a couple of baking appliances are even made for the hard core cook/backpacker to carry into the wilds. I wouldn't depend on flour/baking skills for a mainstay in any foreseeably short survival episode, but the more protracted the situation, the more you will appreciate the ability to produce some of the items above. Just adding to your general cooking ability will enhance your well being in a survival situation.<br><br>I think Krusteaze is the best of the prepared, "just add water" mixes - a very good place to start. Made from scratch is definitely better - I must be off to the kitchen.<br><br>If you can't find a copy of Joy of Cooking, just get a girlfriend who can cook..