You’ve stockpiled beans, rice, and canned goods—the foundation of every smart prepper’s cheap and nutritious meals plan. Maybe you’ve even added powdered milk, a few spices, or those bulky #10 cans of freeze-dried veggies from Mountain House.
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Civil War-Era Foods You Can Still Make And Enjoy Today
You know what’s fascinating? Some of the foods people ate during the Civil War era are still downright delicious today. Sure, we’ve got modern conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves, but there’s something deeply satisfying about cooking a meal the way our ancestors did—simple, hearty, and packed with flavor.
Everything You Need to Know About Eating Bear Meat
Bear meat isn’t your everyday protein—it’s a survivalist’s wild card, a prepper’s backup plan, and for some, a controversial delicacy. If you’ve ever wondered whether you could (or should) eat bear meat, you’re not alone. Hunters swear by it, traditional cultures have relied on it for centuries, and yet, there’s a fair share of warnings floating around.
A Few Tips for Canning Meat and Why You Should Do It
There’s something oddly satisfying about popping open a jar of home-canned meat. It’s like opening a time capsule of flavor and self-sufficiency. For preppers and survivalists, canning meat isn’t just a hobby, it’s a lifeline.
The Ultimate Guide to Making Biltong for Survivalists and Preppers
Biltong is the most popular traditional South African product, and its origin dates back to the early Dutch settlers. They used biltong and droëwors to stockpile meat that they could take with them on their long treks into the unknown interior before the days of refrigeration.
Top 10 Most Nutritious Foods To Keep You Well Feed During A Crisis – Part 2
In the first part of this series, we explored five nutrient-packed, crisis-friendly recipes that rely on affordable and easily stored ingredients. As we continue into Part Two, we’ll dive into five more dishes that have stood the test of time, from historical staples to modern comfort foods.
Top 10 Most Nutritious Foods To Keep You Well Feed During A Crisis
In times of crisis, whether it’s a natural disaster, a pandemic, or an unexpected emergency, having access to nutritious foods is essential to keep you and your family well-fed and healthy. While it might seem challenging to create balanced meals with limited resources, you’d be surprised by the nutritious options that can be found in most American households.
Preserving Herbs In Vinegar
Cultivating your own herb patch might present a frustrating dilemma when you find yourself swamped with more herbs than you can promptly consume before they begin to wither. So, what steps can you take to utilize these herbs efficiently and avoid wastage?
Hunting And Eating Black Bear
Bear meat was a frequent delicacy in our household during my childhood in the countryside. Grandpa had a fondness for hunting black bears, considering them the prime target among big game animals. Grandma consistently lauded bear meat as the epitome of culinary delight among game meats. With Grandma’s repertoire of mouthwatering recipes, she effortlessly substantiated her assertion.
Making Wild Jelly For The Family
A variety of gorgeous blooms and berries not only catch the eye but also offer a delightful taste. Personally, I take great pleasure in gathering elderberries, the delicate blooms of common blue violets, the vibrant blossoms of redbud trees, and the autumn olive berries.
How To Make Perfect Whole Wheat Bread
Many people find the idea of making bread daunting, fearing fallen loaves, doughy centers, or bread that stubbornly refuses to rise. Others who have been making bread for a while may struggle with achieving a consistent texture or avoiding a hole in the middle of their loaves.
Canning Chicken – Here’s Ho To Do It
As a child, my family lived in a rural area without the convenience of deep-freezers powered by electricity. This meant that my mom and grandma had to can food out of necessity, including my mom’s prized creation of home-canned chicken. Canning chicken is an economical and reliable way for those who raise chickens to make use of surplus meat.
Dehydrated Watermelon – Tips And Recommendations
Now that it’s the peak of the summer growing season and you can find watermelons, cantaloupes, and honeydew melons at nearly all supermarkets, curb markets, and roadside stands, you can pig out on the juicy delights. And each taste is made a little sweeter by the realization that within a few weeks, there will be no more melons for months and months.