What They Don’t Tell You About Storable Foods

Today’s headlines scream from every sector “get your food NOW!” We are barraged by news of an economic meltdown, natural and manmade disasters and a system that’s ready to implode globally. Advertising from survival food retailers impress that if you haven’t purchased everything yesterday, you’ve missed out. As a result, people succumb to the fear factor and buy all kinds of foods they have no idea how to transform from can to pan.

People are getting the message about preparing, but there’s more to it than just buying storable foods and shoving them in the closet. How do you prepare them when there’s no power or if you’re short on water? Did you purchase prepared entrees or plain meats? Are these meals healthy? How can you change that dried chicken from the same boring lump to something soul-warming and comforting?

Without variety “taste fatigue” sets in – even when food is in short supply. This is especially evident in older folks who live alone and grow tired of uninspired meals. While still hungry they simply can’t choke down another mouthful of the same old food.

Western countries enjoy a pampered palate. There’s no reason your taste buds must suffer drastic changes if the world goes off the rails. However, it takes some pre-planning, common sense and a little organization.