5 Best Prepping Food

Whether you are preparing for an economic collapse or just preparing for hurricane season you need food to be prepared. Some food on this list has a shelf life of up to 25 years so you'll be prepared for decades. This list proves that survival food doesn't have to taste like cardboard, it can be delicious and nutritious. Below we have the best freeze dried food from brands like Mountain House, ReadyWise, Peak Refuel, and More. You can shop all freeze dried food here.
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Mountain House Beef Stew Gluten Free Freeze Dried Food #10 Can 10 Serving

Mountain House Beef Stew delivers a burst of homecooked flavor in a convenient, easy-to-make package. Just add hot water and you'll be all set to enjoy a comforting helping (or two) of delicious beef stew. A blend of tender diced beef, carrots, peas and potatoes are sure to give you that warm, fuzzy feeling of satisfaction, even if you're trekking the Arctic tundra or ice climbing the Rockies.

Mountain House #10 Cans are great for your emergency food supply or those nights where the whole soccer team decides to show up unannounced. Boil water for 8-10 minutes and you'll have plenty of food for the whole family in a flash. 30 year shelf life.

What Customers Are Saying

Tasty and lasts 30 years

Tasty and lasts 30 years. My kids will eat mountain house which is always the ultimate test.
- Average Joe, 12/28/2020

About Mountain House

For over 50 years, Mountain House has consistently been the premier choice of campers, backpackers, and survival experts. With just-add-water preparation and no-mess cleanup, Mountain House is the perfect solution for camping, backpacking, or a quick meal at home without the long prep. Plus, Mountain House also has the longest proven shelf life in the industry making their meals the perfect emergency preparedness or survival food to keep on hand. Backed by a 30-Year Taste Guarantee, you can have peace of mind knowing Mountain House has you covered for decades. MidwayUSA has an extensive offering of Mountain House including Just In Case Kits, Essential Buckets, #10 cans, Emergency Kits and single packs. With options such as Milk & Blueberries, Biscuits & Gravy, Fettuccine Alfredo, and Beef Stroganoff, MidwayUSA has your Mountain House needs covered! Adventure awaits.

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ReadyWise Grab N' Go Freeze Dried Food 60 Serving Entree Bucket

ReadyWise's 60-serving emergency food supply bucket is a staple for any emergency. Whether you're affected by a snowstorm, hurricane, or another weather emergency, it's wise to be prepared. These great-tasting freeze-dried and dehydrated foods are ready in minutes when you just add water. They also come in stackable buckets with an easy Grab-N-Go handle, so they're easy to store and transport.

 

Included

  • 1 pouch of Cheesy Lasagna (6 total servings)
  • 1 pouch of Creamy Pasta (6 total servings)
  • 1 pouch of Pasta Alfredo (6 total servings)
  • 1 pouch of Chicken Flavored Noodle Soup (6 total servings)
  • 1 pouch of Savory Stroganoff (6 total servings)
  • 1 pouch of Hearty Tortilla Soup (6 total servings)
  • 2 pouches of Teriyaki and Rice (12 total servings)
  • 1 pouch of Southwest Beans and Rice (6 total servings)
  • 1 pouch of Cheesy Macaroni (6 total servings)

 

Features

  • Includes 1 total bucket
  • Total calories: 12,720
  • 7 Days of food at 1,800 calories per day
  • About 60 cups of water required
  • Food is safely sealed in Metallyte pouches
  • To avoid waste, each pouch conveniently contains 6 servings
  • Grab-and-go handles for easy transport in an emergency
  • 25 year shelf life


What Customers Are Saying

GREAT PRODUCT AND TASTY FOR ME

I tried one to see how it was and I would say not bad. I'm not one of those picky eaters either so it was great for me. I'm also not a long writer so I would say buy it.
- BARK, 1/7/2021

About ReadyWise

ReadyWise was founded in 2008 by Aaron Jackson, who recognized the need for convenient, long-lasting, and nutritious food options for individuals and families in emergencies or outdoor activities. ReadyWise gained popularity by offering a wide range of food products that are designed to have extended shelf lives, making them suitable for emergency preparedness and survival situations. ReadyWise offers meal kits, individual entrees, breakfasts, snacks, and beverages, ensuring a diverse and balanced selection for Customers. The meals are packaged in lightweight and compact containers, making them easy to transport and store. Over the years, ReadyWise has expanded its product line to include additional emergency supplies such as water storage solutions, survival kits, and other essential items. MidwayUSA offers popular ReadyWise emergency buckets, trail packs, camping packs, adventure packs, snacks, and ingredients.

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Peak Refuel Base Camp Bucket Freeze Dried Food 24 Serving

Whether camping, hiking, hunting or biking, you want to be at your best! Peak Refuel premium meals are formulated to deliver the amazing taste you would expect on any adventure. Peak Refuel created the best freeze-dried meals on the market – always using 100% real meat and premium ingredients to ensure you’re at your highest level wherever your compass takes you.

Package Includes

  • 2x Beef Pasta Marinara
  • 2x Biscuits & Sausage Gravy
  • 2x Chicken Alfredo Pasta
  • 2x Homestyle Chicken and Rice
  • 2x Beef Stroganoff
  • 2x Strawberry Granola
  • 1- five gallon bucket with hinged lid

Features

  • Total Protein: 480g
  • Total Calories: 10,180
  • 100% Real Meat and Premium Ingredients
  • 2 servings per pouch

Ingredients
Strawberry Granola:
Granola (whole rolled oats, dried cane syrup, high oleic sunflower oil, molasses, whole oat flour, rice flour, honey, maltodextrin, salt, natural flavor, mixed tocopherols, soy lecithin), nonfat dry milk (extra grade nonfat dry milk, lactose, vitamin A palmitate, vitamin D3), strawberries
Beef Pasta Marinara:
Marinara sauce (heavy cream cream, carrageenan tomatoes, parmesan cheese pasteurized part-skim milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes, mozzarella cheese pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes, spices, garlic, onion powder), instant rotini (semolina, niacin, ferrous sulfate iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), cooked seasoned ground beef patty crumble (beef, less that 2% salt, natural flavors, grilled flavor natural flavor (from sunflower oil), gum arabic, spices)
Chicken Alfredo Pasta:
Alfredo sauce (2% milk reduced fat milk, vitamin A palmitate, vitamin D3, heavy cream cream, carrageenan, parmesan cheese pasteurized part-skim milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes, butter pasteurized cream, salt, flour enriched wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid, enzymes, garlic, spices, salt), instant rotini noodles (semolina, niacin, ferrous sulfate iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), cooked seasoned diced chicken white meat (chicken white meat, salt)
Homestyle Chicken and Rice:
Creamy chicken sauce (mushrooms, sour cream cultured milk and cream, enzymes, carrots, cheddar cheese pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes, annatto color, onion, butter pasteurized cream, salt, flour enriched wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid, enzymes, vegetarian chicken bouillon salt, maltodextrin, onion and garlic powder, torula yeast, dehydrated celery and carrots, natural flavor, turmeric extract, spice, garlic, spices, onion powder, salt), enriched instant white rice (precooked long grain rice, niacin, iron ferric orthophosphate, thiamine thiamine mononitrate, folic acid), cooked diced seasoned chicken white meat (chicken white meat, salt)
Beef Stroganoff:
Stroganoff sauce (sour cream cultured milk and cream, enzymes, mushrooms, heavy cream cream, carrageenan, flour enriched wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid, enzymes, onion, garlic, salt, spices, Beef Bouillon Salt, Maltodextrin, Yeast Extract, Mushroom Powder, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Celery Powder, Carrot Powder, Caramel Color, Ground Black Pepper, Dried Oregano, Dried Thyme, Paprika), instant rotini (semolina, niacin, ferrous sulfate iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), fully cooked seasoned diced beef (beef, salt)

Biscuits & Sausage Gravy:

White gravy (2% milk -reduced fat milk, vitamin A palmitate, vitamin D3), heavy cream (cream, carrageenan), butter (pasteurized cream, salt), flour (enriched wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid, enzymes), buttermilk biscuits (enriched wheat flour-wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), palm oil (with mono and diglycerides), buttermilk powder, baking powder (sodium acid pyrophosphate, sodium bicarbonate, cornstarch, monocalcium, phosphate), sugar, salt, cooked pork sausage crumble (pork, salt, sugar, spices)

Contains: Milk, Wheat

What Customers Are Saying

Hands down the best food ever!

I'd give it 6 stars if I could. My kids and I both love every variety of Peak Refuel we've ever tried. Kids especially love the beef stroganoff and the strawberries and granola. I haven't found one I don't like yet.
- Divercritter, 4/26/2022

About Peak Refuel

Founded in 2018 by outdoor enthusiasts and nutritionists, Peak Refuel quickly emerged as a pioneer in providing high-quality freeze-dried meals for adventurers and outdoor lovers. The company's commitment to delivering delicious and nutritious meals that are easy to prepare and lightweight for backpacking, camping, and other outdoor activities has earned them a loyal following. At the core of Peak Refuel's product offering is its diverse range of freeze-dried meals. These meals cater to the unique nutritional needs of outdoor enthusiasts, ensuring they have the energy and sustenance required to tackle their adventures. From options like Breakfast Skillet and Mountain Berry Granola to mouthwatering entrees such as Beef Stroganoff and Chicken Alfredo, Peak Refuel offers a wide variety of delicious meals that are carefully crafted to provide a balance of essential nutrients.

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ReadyWise Camping Favorites 72 Hour Freeze Dried Food Kit

The Wise Company Outdoor Freeze Dried meals are ideal for camping, hiking, or keeping in your Bug Out Bag. The extra strength Mylar Foil pouch allows users to simply pour hot water into the bag and wait. In about 12 minutes users will be treated to a tasty and nutritious meal. Wise Company foods are an excellent option for those wishing to be prepared to provide for themselves or their families in times of an emergency. The Favorites 72 Hour Kit includes six entrées and three breakfast meals, each individually packaged for a total of 18 servings (2 servings per pouch).

 Features

  • 2 total servings per pouch
  • Lightweight and packable
  • Perfect for camping and backpacking
  • 25 year Shelf Life


Package Includes:

  • 1 Crest Peak Creamy Pasta & Chicken Pouch 
  • 1 Old Country Pasta Alfredo with Chicken Pouch
  • 1 Treeline Teriyaki Chicken & Rice Pouch
  • 1 Still Lake Lasagna with Sausage Pouch
  • 1 Desert High Chili Mac with Beef Pouch
  • 1 Trailhead Noodles & Beef Pouch
  • 1 Sunrise Strawberry Granola Crunch Pouch
  • 2 Appalachian Apple Cinnamon Cereal Pouches

 

Note: Processed on equipment that also processes milk, soy, wheat, egg, shellfish, fish, tree nuts, and peanuts.


What Customers Are Saying

Taste Great and Very Filling

I've tried a few of these meals and they taste great. Will keep most of the meals for an emergency.
- Dave, 4/7/2022

About ReadyWise

ReadyWise was founded in 2008 by Aaron Jackson, who recognized the need for convenient, long-lasting, and nutritious food options for individuals and families in emergencies or outdoor activities. ReadyWise gained popularity by offering a wide range of food products that are designed to have extended shelf lives, making them suitable for emergency preparedness and survival situations. ReadyWise offers meal kits, individual entrees, breakfasts, snacks, and beverages, ensuring a diverse and balanced selection for Customers. The meals are packaged in lightweight and compact containers, making them easy to transport and store. Over the years, ReadyWise has expanded its product line to include additional emergency supplies such as water storage solutions, survival kits, and other essential items. MidwayUSA offers popular ReadyWise emergency buckets, trail packs, camping packs, adventure packs, snacks, and ingredients.

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XMRE 1300XT MRE (Meal, Ready to Eat) Pack of 12

The XMRE 1300XT provides 1,200-1,500 calories of US military grade, ready to eat meal components. All components are field tested and fully cooked so they can be eaten right out of the pouch. The 1300XT is always freshly packed with complete nutritional information printed on the back of each bag. The XMRE 1300XT is designed as a military MRE that can also meet the needs of the civilian market.

Each XMRE 1300XT contains: Entree, 3-4 side components, beverage, accessory kit and a flameless ration heater (FRH). All components are packed in high-density water and tamper proof XMRE XT Series outer bag and embossed with a lot number (pack date) on each bag and case. Full menu details and nutritional information for all food items printed on the back of each XMRE XT Series bag.

Component Details:

Entree: Variety of beef, chicken, turkey, pork, tuna, pizza or vegetarian options

Bread Item: Crackers, Breads, or tortillas

Spread: Peanut butter, cheese spread, fruit jellies, fruit jams

Snack: Nut raisin mix, dry fruit mix, corn nuggets, seeds, chickpeas, dried fruit

Side: Wet packed fruit, side dishes, or bars

Dessert: Puddings, pound cakes, brownies, dessert cookies

Beverage: Single or assorted fruit flavored drink mixes

Beverage Bag: Hot beverage bag

Accessory Kit Includes: Single serve instant coffee, heavy-duty military spoon, brown napkin, salt, pepper, non-dairy cream, sugar, and moist towelette.

Features

  • U.S. military grade components
  • Fully cooked meals, no water required to reconstitute food
  • No refrigeration required
  • Lightweight, durable and waterproof packaging
  • 3 yr Guaranteed Shelf Life*
  • Full meal nutritional information printed on each bag
  • Lot number (pack date) embossed on bag and printed on case

Note: XMRE meals offer a guaranteed shelf life of 3 years at 80°F (27°C), or for 6 months at 100°F (38°C), from date of XMRE assembly/pack date printed on or embossed in all bags and cases. Some components from time to time may have production dates prior to pack or assembly dates. Shelf life of XMRE product follows the same standards as set forth by the U.S Army Natick Soldier RD&E Center's study and evaluation of the military’s Meals Ready to Eat (MRE), which employs identical type of packaging and production technologies as XMRE Meals.



What Customers Are Saying

Great storable food / MRE, will buy again!

I ordered two cases of these for emergency preparedness. I've tested a few of them and have to say I'm very impressed. They are very easy to use, everything you need is included in the pouch, and the food actually tastes good. The cases I ordered from Midway were new production, I checked the dates, so I should get a full five years shelf life from them. I've ordered other brands of MRE type meals before and these are the best I've seen yet. Great for emergencies or for camping / hunting trips.
- William, 3/2/2020

About XMRE Meals

XMRE (Meals, Ready to Eat) is a renowned brand in the field of ready-to-eat meals designed for outdoor enthusiasts, emergency preparedness, and military applications. The company's history dates back to the early 1990s when it began producing military-grade meals for troops in the field. Today, XMRE offers a diverse range of ready-to-eat meal options that cater to different dietary needs and preferences. These meals are packaged in durable pouches and feature long shelf lives, making them ideal for outdoor adventures, survival situations, and emergency provisions. XMRE meals are known for their delicious taste, nutritional content, and the inclusion of necessary accessories such as utensils, heating elements, and condiments. The 1300XT, 3000XT, Lite MRE, and Blue Line MRE are all excellent MRE choices. With their commitment to quality, convenience, and providing sustenance in demanding environments, XMRE continues to be a trusted choice.

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