Examples of ingredients include three varieties of legumes, rolled oats, quinoa, and millet, plus brown rice and pancake mix. If you're allergic to soy, this emergency food kit is your absolutely best best, hands down. It's even more difficult to find a soy-free kit on the market than one that caters to gluten-free or organic diets, and the entrees in this kit from NuManna are also GMO- and MSG-free, and contain zero high fructose corn syrup or aspartame.
There are servings and selection is more inventive than some other options, including sweet habanero chili with pineapple, rice pilaf, and cheesy potato soup, plus oatmeal with brown sugar for breakfast. Based out of Kittery, Maine, Good To-Go creates high-quality meals from fresh ingredients made for outdoor adventures and emergency preparedness.
They're gluten-free and low in sodium, and there's a vegan box available—another hard-to-find product in the marketplace. Their lineup of entrees is bound to make your mouth water, with options including kale and white bean stew, herbed mushroom risotto, and a Mexican quinoa bowl, plus old fashioned oatmeal for a hot breakfast. The only drawback to having an emergency food kit with meals made with zero preservatives is that the shelf life isn't nearly as long as other options, at up to five years.
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Staff, Courtesy of ReadyWise. How We Chose Every emergency food kit we write about below has an average of four stars or more, and come from major large top brands, including ReadyWise, Mountain House, and Augason Farms, and some smaller producers that offer high-quality boxes geared to specials diets. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below.
ReadyWise amazon. Augason Farms homedepot. Key Specs Number of Servings : 2 buckets Shelf Life : Up to 25 years Weight : 20 pounds each Dimensions : 15 x 12 x 10 inches This two-bucket kit gives you servings, which equals approximately a 4-month supply for one adult or a 1-month supply for a family of six. Mountain House amazon. Legacy Premium Food Storage amazon.
EnerHealth Botanicals amazon. Key Specs Number of Servings : Shelf Life : 20 years Weight : 36 pounds Dimensions : 25 x 25 x 15 inches For some, maintaining an organic diet is important even in the event of a disaster. For information on future crop or garden production after a flood, contact a local county Extension agent. If there is a power outage accompanying the flood, follow the previous recommendations regarding refrigerated and frozen foods.
Foods that have been exposed to fire can be compromised by three factors — heat of the fire, smoke fumes and chemicals used to treat the fire. Foods in cans or jars may appear to be undamaged, but the heat from the fire may have activated food spoilage bacteria. Discard all these items. Toxic fumes can contaminate food. Discard any type of food in permeable packaging such as cardboard, plastic wrap, paper, etc. Discard any raw foods such as potatoes and fruit stored outside the refrigerator.
Foods stored in a refrigerator or freezer also can become contaminated from fumes if the appliance seal is not airtight. Throw away any foods that have an off-flavor or odor before or after preparation.
Treat any foods exposed to fire-fighting water the same as you would treat foods exposed to flood waters. Foods exposed to fire-treating chemicals should be discarded, including those stored at room temperature, as well as those in permeable storage or packaging containers and screw-topped jars and bottles. Treat any canned goods and cookware exposed to chemicals the same as flooded foods. Pots and pans, glasses, dishes and utensils should be washed in detergent and rinsed in clean, sanitized water, if available, then soaked for 15 minutes in a solution of 2 teaspoons of chlorine bleach per quart of water at room temperature.
Use 2 teaspoons of chlorine bleach in 1 quart of water to clean food preparation surfaces and equipment and the inside of refrigerators and freezers. The amount and kind of foods to store for an emergency depend on several factors: ages and special food needs of family members i.
Short-term food supplies generally need to meet needs for liquid intake, energy and special diets. Longer-term priorities include nutritionally balanced daily diets. Canned goods are the best choice for an emergency food supply. Glass containers might break. Canned foods that are good supply choices include the following.
Canned foods can be kept almost indefinitely as long as they are not damaged or leaking or bulging. For optimum quality, however, replace canned goods within 12 to 18 months.
Be sure to store emergency supplies where they will be safe from insects and rodent pests as well as flooding. Download, save or print this resource before a disaster happens! Emergency Food and Water Supplies. Please see the Preparing for the Unexpected guide for additional information.
Areas of concern in the case of disaster include the following. Water Purification Water can be purified in a number of ways. Refrigerated Foods After a power outage, use perishable food from the refrigerator first. Butter, margarine Fresh fruits and vegetables Dried fruits, coconut and nuts Opened jars of salad dressing, peanut butter, jelly, relish, taco sauce, barbecue sauce, mustard, catsup, olives Hard and processed cheese Fruit juices Fresh herbs and spices Flour Fruit pies Breads, rolls, cakes except with cream frosting or filling , muffins Discard the following if left at temperatures above 40 degrees F for more than 2 hours.
Frozen Foods After a power outage, a full, well-functioning freezer should keep foods frozen for 2 days, if the freezer temperature was at 0 degrees F or below. Be especially wary of using meats, poultry and foods containing dairy products. Special Considerations for Food After a Flood If you live in an area subject to floods, be ready to elevate refrigerators or freezers off the floor by putting cement blocks under their corners. Meat, poultry, fish, and eggs Fresh produce Unopened jars with waxed cardboard seals such as mayonnaise or salad dressing All foods packed in foil, cardboard boxes, cellophane, paper or cloth Home canned foods Flour, sugar, coffee, cereals and other staples in canisters Opened containers and packages Cans dented, leaking, bulging, or rusted Commercially canned foods exposed to flood water, which have sealed, airtight metal lids, are safe to use after being thoroughly cleaned and sanitized.
Special Considerations for Food After a Fire Foods that have been exposed to fire can be compromised by three factors — heat of the fire, smoke fumes and chemicals used to treat the fire. Cleaning and Sanitizing Equipment After Any Disaster Pots and pans, glasses, dishes and utensils should be washed in detergent and rinsed in clean, sanitized water, if available, then soaked for 15 minutes in a solution of 2 teaspoons of chlorine bleach per quart of water at room temperature. Emergency Food Preparation Equipment Needs Have the following equipment on hand for food preparation and service in an emergency.
Manual can openers Emergency cooking equipment such as hibachi, chafing dishes. Food that tastes better when warm can be heated with candle warmers, chafing dishes or fondue pots. However, raw foods that need to be thoroughly cooked, such as meat, poultry and eggs, must be cooked on a grill or cooking stove that provides a more intense heat source. Matches and other necessary supplies for use with emergency cooking equipment Disposable food preparation and serving sup-plies plates, utensils, cookware Bleach Plastic dish pans or washing buckets Canned heat source Food thermometer Assembling An Emergency Food Supply The amount and kind of foods to store for an emergency depend on several factors: ages and special food needs of family members i.
Meat, meat products, fish or beans Fruits and fruit juices Vegetables Soups, broths and stews Milk Bottled water Canned foods can be kept almost indefinitely as long as they are not damaged or leaking or bulging. Other recommended items that can con-tribute to an emergency food supply include the following. Crackers last longer than bread, making them a good fit your for emergency food kit. Eat them with some canned meat, and you have a quick, easy, and filling meal or snack.
Just be sure to check the expiration dates regularly, since most crackers stay fresh for several months. Canned or boxed milk, almond milk, rice milk, soy milk, and juices are all great options. Electrolyte drinks, like Gatorade, can also come in handy.
Keep a stash of freeze-dried meals on hand, and you can enjoy a gourmet-tasting meal anywhere. Be sure to give our fan-favorites and ambassador picks Chana Masala and Fettuccini Alfredo a try. To satisfy your sweet tooth, we offer an array of Freeze-Dried Desserts as well. Our meals have the added advantage of an extended shelf life, which is 10 years in most cases. Close menu.
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