Just Freeze Dried » Mountain House Cans http://justfreezedried.com Buy Freeze Dried Food For Your Food Storage! Wed, 25 Aug 2010 02:00:15 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 http://justfreezedried.com http://justfreezedried.com/wp-content/plugins/maxblogpress-favicon/icons/favicon-72.ico Just Freeze Dried How to Make Freeze Dried Food http://justfreezedried.com/2009/04/how-to-make-freeze-dried-food/ http://justfreezedried.com/2009/04/how-to-make-freeze-dried-food/#comments Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:26:55 +0000 just3 http://justfreezedried.com/?p=1239 How to Make Freeze Dried Food - Mountain House Freeze Dried Food

By Frank Salvo

There are several advantages to freeze drying food over other preservation methods. The freeze drying process is actually a three step process. Preparing a freeze dried meal requires only one step. You just add water.

There are many advantages of freeze drying over other traditional food preparation methods. These advantages make freeze dried food ideal for long term food storage programs.

Foods that are frozen retain their fresh flavor and nutritional content, but they also require constant, low temperature storage conditions, and most importantly electrical power. Canned and dehydrated foods are shelf-stable, but the high temperatures used in manufacturing can alter the flavor, texture and nutritional value of the food. Freeze drying comprises the best of these other processing methods. Freshness, aroma, and color are similar to frozen food, while also providing the shelf stability of dehydrated and canned food.

For different foods, the freeze drying process varies with temperature, time, pressure, and other intermediate steps. Bacterial counts are first taken of the foods. Depending on its original size, the food may next be cut into smaller pieces. For example, because thick meats do not take well to freeze drying, they must be cut into smaller chunks.

Meat and seafood are then cooked before freeze drying. Fruits and vegetables are washed first. Some vegetables such as peas and corn have to be blanched.

The food is flash frozen next by placing it on trays, the trays placed on carts, and the carts rolled into cold rooms where the temperature reaches as low as -40 F.

The carts are then wheeled from the cold room into the vacuum drying chamber. There, a process known as sublimation takes place. Sublimation of an element or compound is a transition from the solid to gas phase with no intermediate liquid stage. This is accomplished by first removing the air in the chamber with a vacuum pump. Next, the temperature is raised to 100 F.

Because the pressure in the vacuum chamber is below the point where water can simultaneously exist as a solid, liquid, and gas, (this is called the triple point), the heat causes the ice crystals to immediately change into water vapor. The water vapor is then removed from the chamber, leaving on the food behind.

At this point, the dried food will have small voids or pockets, similar to a sponge. These voids are where the ice crystals where present. At this stage, the food will absorb water much more easily when it is prepared for eating.

Next, the freeze dried food is tested for moisture content and purity. Some foods will then be broken into smaller pieces, or even grounded into a powder. The different ingredients for a meal are then blended together and the end result is packaged in airtight containers such as pouches or cans. This prevents them from absorbing moisture from the air.

In the end, freeze-dried foods have several advantages over other types of foods used in long term food storage. Freeze dried foods retain all the fresh taste and nutritional content of frozen foods. Also, unlike dehydrated foods which shrink and shrivel under the high temperature drying process, freeze dried foods maintain their original shape and texture. They also weigh less than fresh food and take much less storage space. As long as they are kept in their original packaging, these foods stay fresh longer and can be stored at room temperatures.

You'll never have to worry about mountain house freeze dried food again! Visit us on the web at Mountain House Freeze Dried Food to learn more.

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There are a lot of people looking at survival food and supplies for the first time due to concerns about an economic depression.

At first you can see MRE as a good choice as it is totally ready to eat. MRE or meals ready to eat are the type of food rations the military uses.

There are two general types of MRE out there; military and commercial. The military version is for the military and it prohibited from re-sale to consumers. You can find military MRE on eBay. Commercial MRE comes from the same food companies that produce the military MRE except that it has been branded as for consumer use. Some of the contents are different and MRE enthusiasts generally prefer military MRE however commercial MRE has sufficient calories so that your daily requirement RDA can be met with 2 meals.
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MRE has been used by campers and as a disaster preparedness food.

Here are some the MRE advantages;

* easy to prepare - actually nothing to prepare just open and eat it

* easy to heat - flameless heaters heat in 10 minutes just add small amount of water to a non-chemical pouch

* shelf life is 5 or more years if stored in a cool dry place

However there are some disadvantages;

* cost is high $6 to $7 per meal

* cheaper eBay sold products maybe old or bad because they were left in the desert before they were sold

* government frowns on sale of Military MRE to consumers

* freeze dried food in #10 cans last longer, up to 25 years in the same cool dry conditions

* some people complain about taste and digestion particularly after a few weeks of consuming MRE for every meal

Freeze dried food is also used by the military and other government agencies as disaster relief supplies. As mentioned above freeze dried food lasts up to 25 years according to Mountain House freeze dried food (they have been in business over 40 years).

Freeze dried food has added benefits of being cheaper around $3 to $4 per meal. The taste of freeze dried food is very close to the original taste. To prepare freeze dried food all you have to do is add water. It will hydrate in a few minutes. If you have hot water then you have a hot meal.

MRE is best for short term use when ultra readiness is required or you are traveling. Freeze dried food is best for long term as it is cheaper and tastes better.

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]]> http://justfreezedried.com/2009/04/freeze-dried-food-versus-mre/feed/ 0 Mountain House Lasagna http://justfreezedried.com/2009/04/mountain-house-lasagna/ http://justfreezedried.com/2009/04/mountain-house-lasagna/#comments Thu, 16 Apr 2009 01:11:37 +0000 just3 http://justfreezedried.com/?p=917
Mountain House Lasagna with Meat Sauce - 2 Serving Entree Mountain House Lasagna with Meat Sauce - 2 Serving Entree

There's nothing like a little comfort food after a long day of hiking. Mountain House's Freeze Dried Lasagna with Meat Sauce meal for two is just like mom used to make only it's lighter, tastier, and well, you have to make it on your own. It comes in a foil package that stands up on its own for easy eating and cooking. Bottom Line They'll call you the backcountry gourmet. Product Features *Servings: 2 *Pouch Cook: Yes *Burnable Package: No *Vegetarian: No *Vegan: No *Calories: 310 *Carbohydrates: 33g *Fat: 11g *Protein: 19g *Saturated Fat: 4.5g *Cholesterol: 25mg *Sodium: 730mg *Dietary Fiber: 2g *Sugars: 9g *Weight: 4.8oz *Ingredients: Tomatoes, Beef, Tomato Paste, Enriched Noodles (semolina, whole egg solids, ferrous sulfate, niacinamide, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin), Mozzarella Cheese Flavoring (whole milk mozzarella cheese cultured milk, salt, enzymes , calcium caseinate, corn oil, partially hydrogenated soybean oil, sodium caseinate, salt, natural & artificial flavors, maltodextrin, sodium aluminum phosphate), Dehydrated Onions, Dehydrated Parmesan and Romano (made from cow's milk) Cheeses (part-skim milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes), Modified Corn Starch, Salt, Sugar, Spices, Garlic Powder, Parsley Flakes, Annatto, Turmeric *Country of Origin: United States

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]]> http://justfreezedried.com/2009/04/mountain-house-lasagna/feed/ 0 Reasons to Store Food Today http://justfreezedried.com/2009/04/reasons-to-store-food-today/ http://justfreezedried.com/2009/04/reasons-to-store-food-today/#comments Tue, 14 Apr 2009 01:48:59 +0000 just3 http://justfreezedried.com/?p=881 What are some reasons why you should store food for your family? There are many reasons why you should store food for your family today.

Some reasons to have food storage:

The only certainty about the future is that there is no certainty. Storing food for your family is one of the most conservative but practical step you can take. Nobody knows what can and what will affect the functioning of society or specifically food distribution. Hence if we stocked with food, you will eliminate the hassle.

It is tremendously important to store and fair size quantities of emergency food and water in our homes. Why?

Possible disruptions in the food supply may be caused by a number of factors: (Note the best estimates of the time period necessary for self-sufficiency.)

  • Loss of employment / unemployment
  • Economic Downturn
  • Quarantine
  • Erratic weather - Drought
  • Earthquakes, hurricanes and floods?
  • Contamination of food
  • To avoid dependence on the commercial centers of food storage
  • Transport Disruptions

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These are only a few of the reasons why you might choose to store food. Perhaps your reasons are completely different. Feel free to add your opinion and advice.




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MOUNTAIN HOUSE FREEZE DRIED FOOD

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  • Each Can has 10- 1 cup servings
  • Packed in #10 Cans Size
  • 25+ years Shelf Life
  • Easy to prepare-just add hot water
  • 100% Freeze Dried

INGREDIENTS: Enriched Spaghetti (durum semolina, egg white, ferrous sulfate, niacinamide, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin), Tomato Paste, Beef, Salt, Textured Soy Flour (caramel colored), Sugar, Dehydrated Cheese [cheddar cheese (milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes), cream, salt, sodium phosphate, lactic acid], Hydrolyzed Corn Torula and Brewers Yeast Wheat Gluten Soy Protein, Spices, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder.
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]]> http://justfreezedried.com/2009/04/freeze-dried-spaghetti/feed/ 0 Freeze Dried Pork Chop http://justfreezedried.com/2009/03/freeze-dried-pork-chop/ http://justfreezedried.com/2009/03/freeze-dried-pork-chop/#comments Sat, 21 Mar 2009 12:46:44 +0000 just3 http://justfreezedried.com/?p=742 Freeze Dried Pork Chops Survival Food 6 pack # 10 cans

FREEZE DRIED PORK CHOPS  6 pack of #10 cans

6 SEALED, UNOPENED # 10 cans (like the large coffee cans)

UNIQUE PRODUCT, HARD TO FIND

EXTREMELY LIMITED QUANTITIES

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Nitrogen Flushed
-30 to 34 Chops per Can
-U.S. Gov't/Military Surplus
-Made by Oregon Freeze Dried, Inc.
-30 to 50 year shelf life
-No Refrigeration Required*
*until opened

These are amazing; Tender, boneless, gourmet trimmed, very tasty and as fresh as the day they were flash frozen and freeze dried!

Each can contains between 30 and 34 boneless chops and to use just soak in warm or hot tap water for 20 minutes and cook. They come out of the can looking just like a boneless pork chop you would get at your grocer's deli.

You can expect to get at least another 15 to 20 years out of them in the can.

Once opened they will last;

- up to 5 years in the freezer once opened but not re-hydrated
- up to 1 year in a Zip Lock bag with refrigeration once opened but not re-hydrated
- up to 60 days in a zip lock bag without refrigeration once opened, but not re-hydrated.
- up to 5 days in the fridge once they are re-hydrated

Ingredients;
Pork Chops, Dehydrated, Uncooked

THAT'S IT!! NO PRESERVATIVES, ADDITIVES, OR COLORINGS!!

These are perfect for storing and using for many years! You can have great tasting food in seconds with no mess and no waste - and it doesn't matter if the power goes out!!

You can open just one can at a time and in 20 minutes cook one or as many of these as you want the same way you would cook any other fresh pork chop.

We found that on a hot skillet, 45 seconds per side makes a fantastic tender chop!

Perfect for camping, boating, traveling, hiking, or at the cabin. Great for survival storage or hunting!

Pork Chops (DOM 1991). Freeze Dried foods such as these, manufactured to government specifications, have a proven shelf life of 32 plus years.

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]]> http://justfreezedried.com/2009/03/freeze-dried-pork-chop/feed/ 0 Mountain House Freeze Dried Food http://justfreezedried.com/2009/03/mountain-house-freeze-dried-food/ http://justfreezedried.com/2009/03/mountain-house-freeze-dried-food/#comments Thu, 19 Mar 2009 22:09:22 +0000 just3 http://justfreezedried.com/?p=727 Mountain House Freeze Dried Food

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]]> http://justfreezedried.com/2009/03/mountain-house-freeze-dried-food/feed/ 0 Long Grain & Wild Rice Pilaf http://justfreezedried.com/2009/03/long-grain-wild-rice-pilaf/ http://justfreezedried.com/2009/03/long-grain-wild-rice-pilaf/#comments Mon, 02 Mar 2009 21:59:22 +0000 just3 http://justfreezedried.com/?p=163 ebaypic

Mountain House Long Grain & Wild Rice Pilaf - 6 #10 cans

White, Brown, and Wild Rice with Mushrooms, Onions, Broccoli, Green Beans, Sweet Red Peppers and Parmesan Cheese

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  • 1 Case (6  #10 Cans)
  • Total servings = 60 (1 cup serving size)

Nutrition Facts

  • Serving size: 1 cup dry rice - makes 1 cup prepared
  • Servings per can: 10
  • Calories: 230 (35 from fat)
  • Total fat: 4g
  • Saturated fat: 2.5
  • Trans fat: 0
  • Cholesterol: 10mg
  • Sodium: 630mg
  • Total carbohydrate: 41g
  • Dietary fiber: 2g
  • Sugars: 3g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Vitamin A: 6%
  • Vitamin C: 10%
  • Calcium: 6%
  • Iron: 4%

Mountain House®, the #1 brand of backpacking foods has been the choice of backpackers, hikers, campers, and other outdoor enthusiasts for over 30 years. When it comes to long-term storage and recreational activities like camping, hiking, backpacking and hunting, Mountain House® is the #1 choice. That's because Mountain House® has been recognized as the best tasting freeze dried meals. Mountain House®, is convenient, easy to prepare and has a long shelf life.

What is the shelf life of Mountain House #10 cans?

Cans offer a 25+ year shelf life. Mountain House employees have personally tasted product that is 35 years old and it still tastes great! After opening, we recommend using the contents within 2 to 3 weeks for best results and taste. Use the convenient resealable plastic lid between uses. Treat any leftover food as you would fresh food.

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