Freeze-dried and dehydrated foods can both earn a place in your pantry. The best choice starts with what you want to eat, how you plan to use it, and whether you want to make it yourself. Quick answer Which should you choose? Choose freeze-dried food for crisp fruit, lightweight meals, and food that takes water…
A freezer and a freeze dryer can both help you save food, but they serve different needs. The best place to start is with the meals you want to make and where you plan to store them. Quick Answer Should you freeze or freeze dry your food? Freezing is a good choice for everyday meals,…
Dry foods are an essential and large percentage of my overall food storage because they are easy to store and typically last a long time in storage. However, I quickly learned through experience that one of the factors that affect food storage life is oxygen. So to help extend the life of my dry food…
My family has bought beef in bulk for years. I remember my parents ordering half a beef, picking it up frozen and wrapped, dating each package, and rotating it into the freezer. That experience taught me that a low advertised price does not automatically mean a lower final cost. Quick Answer Buying beef in bulk…
Buying in bulk can be a great way to save money on groceries, but it’s not always obvious which foods are the best deals. While it’s generally a good idea to stock up on pantry staples like grains and baking supplies, you might be surprised to learn that there are plenty of other foods that…
My wife and I are always looking for the most cost-effective way to buy groceries and bulk foods to store in our food storage. Growing up my mom often bought food in bulk so I just assumed that buying food in bulk was generally cheaper. So I decided to look into the question, is buying…
Foods that last without refrigeration are useful during power outages, camping trips, and other times when a refrigerator is not available. Some dry staples can last for decades when they are packed and stored the right way. Other pantry foods need to be used within a few months or years. Quick answer Foods that last…
After spending countless hours researching food storage and putting together a food storage calculator (to help individuals and families determine how much food they need to have in their storage), we have compiled a list of specific food items to make it easier for you to find quality bulk items that are worth adding to…
Where’s the cheapest place to buy bulk food online? For everyday pantry staples like rice and flour, Sam’s Club and Costco are consistently the cheapest per pound in our price check, but both require a paid membership (roughly $50 to $65 a year). If you don’t want a membership, WebstaurantStore, Amazon, and Walmart sell the…
As a food lover and an avid home cook, I understand the importance of having a well-stocked pantry. Having a variety of ingredients on hand, including dried beans, can make meal planning and preparation so much easier. However, storing beans for long term use can be a challenge. That’s why I’ve done extensive research and…