Category Archives: Foods

Foods to Store

Food For Thought

As we all know the major mistake that many newbie food storage and preppers make is to buy just one item at a time, either food or Emergency Supplies. Now we all know that if you do that and an … Continue reading

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    The Importance of Moisture

    Ok yesterday we talked about how grains & legumes have a moisture level, and how they need to be within the levels so your food does not spoil. Well today I am going to talk about why it is really … Continue reading

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      Alfalfa Is Not Just A Little Rascal

      Alfalfa, no it is not a little rascal. Is what we will be discussing today. Alfalfa is actually a flowering plant in the pea family. Alfalfa is also know as a herb, that has been used to makeherbal remedies. Why … Continue reading

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        What The Heck Is A Legume?

        Ok now that we have touched on grain we are going to move on to beans (aka legumes). Just about every family has eaten some form and type of bean. Our family regularly cooks Boston Baked Beans. We eat chilli, … Continue reading

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          Goodies Who Needs Them?

          If the time ever comes where you have to live off your food storage without the availability of a supermarket, you will be really glad you stocked up on goodies. Items like chocolate, brownies, cookies, etc. will help you keep … Continue reading

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            Variety Of Food Storage

            Almost all people have heard, “I am not eating that again.” Variety is an important factor, especially if you are living off your food storage for an extended period of time. Food storage is broken down into 9 main groups … Continue reading

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              How Much is Enough?

              As you begin your food storage the most asked question is how much is enough? Well the general consensus is that you need the following per one adult in the house. Basic Food Storage-How much do I need? Grains 400 … Continue reading

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                Menu Planning With Food Storage

                Menu Planning With Food Storage While you are getting into the mind frame of food storage, the first step is to make a weekly menu plan. As you purchase more food storage you can increase your menu plan from one … Continue reading

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                  What Really Is Food Storage and Why Do I Need It?

                  What Really Is Food Storage and Why Do I Need It? People are always telling me to be prepared and to have certain items stored, but why do I really need to do it? If this sounds like you or … Continue reading

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                    Eggstra Advice

                    So you are thinking about raising chickens for eggs and meat.  Before you go to the store and pick out a pretty baby chick and bring it home, there are some things you need to think about first. Do you … Continue reading

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