Food Pantry

Food stockpiling forms the backbone of homesteading and emergency preparedness. Yet, several critical errors can render even the most meticulously planned food storage strategy ineffective. Today, we’ll delve into these mistakes, with a particular focus on the most...

Being able to spot spoiled eggs without cracking them open is a handy skill for homesteaders, survivalists, or anyone living off the grid. It helps you avoid wasting food, keeps your meals safe, and makes your eggs last longer. But can you spot a spoiled egg without...

The storm rages outside. Power's out. Roads are blocked. Your perfectly tended garden? Decimated. Panic starts to set in as you wonder how you'll feed your family. But wait. You’ve got some dusty cans and boxes lurking in the back of your pantry. Yep. Those ones with...

Canning most foods is nothing new to most preppers. Yet, only a few of you know that you can also can your bread. You heard that right. Bread can also be canned and preserved for two to five years. Some even claim that the period can be extended up to ten years. Let...

Imagine enjoying your favorite foods, fruits, and vegetables all year long without running out of your pantry supplies. Dehydration, a centuries-old method of food preservation, makes it possible by removing the water content and increasing the shelf life of...

Honey has been around for thousands of years and has always been an ingredient that everyone has in their kitchen. People have used it for its nutritional and medicinal properties. It is known for its extensive shelf life in comparison to other foods. However, that...

Dry storage is one of the greatest achievements of humankind. Drying fruits, vegetables, meats, and grains until they’re shelf-stable for months, years, or even decades is an incredible achievement. Whatever you do, do not store your dry goods like this!...

We've all been exposed to the haunting tales and stark images of The Great Depression, prompting thoughts that such a calamity couldn't occur in the 21st century. While optimism is admirable, we mustn't take our current lifestyle for granted. Rather than complacency,...

Preservation methods have evolved throughout history, from canning and pickling to freezing and dehydrating. One traditional method that remains effective is storing certain foods in lard. If you're exploring the best foods to store in lard, this age-old technique...

My guess is none of you experienced a long-time hunger. But probably most of you are familiar with the feeling of skipping 2 or 3 meals. Not a very pleasant one. During that time did you experience fatigue or dizziness? These are the first general symptoms of...