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Essential Guide to Long-Term Food Storage

Oct 12, 2024

Long-Term Food Storage Tips and Recommendations

Introduction

  • Importance of starting long-term food storage.
  • Historical context:
    • Grandparents' generation and Great Depression influence.
    • Personal experience growing up with food storage.
  • Popularity of food storage today, especially among preppers.

Bulk Buying at Costco

  • Rice: Recommended types include long-grain, jasmine, and basmati.
    • 25 lbs bag for around $11.
    • Suggested to buy multiple bags for a long-term supply.
  • Dried Beans: Long shelf life.
    • 25 lbs bag of pinto beans for $20.89.
  • Wheat Berries: Long shelf life if stored properly.
    • 45 lbs buckets available for $25.
    • Considerations for gluten-free individuals.

Miscellaneous Items

  • Baby Wipes: Useful in emergencies when water isn't available.
  • Canned Goods: Canned chili and soup are long-lasting staples.
    • Ensure cans are not damaged.
  • Toilet Paper: Stock up when available due to unpredictable supply issues.

Additional Tips

  • Water Storage: 1 gallon per person per day for two weeks.
    • Options include bottled water, purification tablets, and filtration straws.
  • Peanut Butter: High-calorie, but natural varieties spoil faster.
  • Cooking Oil: Short shelf life; buy in large quantities.
  • Honey: Lasts indefinitely; beneficial for allergies.

Spices and Flavorings

  • Chicken Bouillon: Long-lasting flavor enhancer.
    • Large, economical containers are recommended.
  • Soy Sauce: Long shelf life, versatile for cooking.

Canned Meats

  • Costco's Canned Chicken: Popular but untested opinion.
  • Spam and Tuna: Discussed varied opinions and storage tips.

Emergency Medical Supplies

  • Stock up on medicines like ibuprofen, Tylenol, and allergy meds.

Batteries

  • Costco offers good prices on batteries, including Kirkland and Duracell.

Specific Recommendations

  • Long-term Storage: Tips for storing wheat and using wheat berries.
    • Options to purchase online through Azure Standard.

Conclusion

  • Encouragement to start building a six-month to one-year supply.
  • Emphasis on preparedness: "Luck favors the prepared."

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of essential items for starting a long-term food storage strategy, primarily focusing on bulk purchases available at Costco.

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