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February 4, 2025

Protein-Rich Recipes for Winter

By 4Patriots
Home PreparednessEmergency Food
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The colder months of the year are a great time to enjoy warm, stick-to-the-ribs meals.

Especially when they include proteins that are essential for our health as we age. 

Protein-rich foods will help keep us healthy and mobile, which in turn will help keep us independent for as long as possible. Below are a couple of great recipes you can enjoy with your Meat & Protein Deluxe Emergency Survival Food Kit.

Classic Red Chili

(serves 6–8)

  • 4Patriots Freeze Dried Beef
  • 1 cup black beans, canned and drained or dried and rehydrated 
  • 1 cup kidney beans, canned and drained or dried and rehydrated 
  • 1 cup pinto beans, canned and drained or dried and rehydrated 
  • 1 white or yellow onion, diced
  • 1–2 cups vegetable or chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste 
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder 
  • 2 tablespoons cumin 
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder 
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Rehydrate and drain your 4Patriots beef, black and pinto beans. These ingredients (and more!) can be found in your Meat & Protein Deluxe Emergency Survival Food Kit.

Set aside. Add 1/2 cup water and diced onion to a Dutch oven and cook on stovetop over medium heat until soft. Add tomato paste and cook until it darkens, stirring constantly.

Add half of the stock and all the beans; stir to combine. Then add the cumin, chili powder, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine, then heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. 

Mash the beans, then add the beef and the rest of the stock. Stir, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed. Let simmer for 10-15 more minutes. Serve with cornbread.

White Chicken Chili

(serves 6)

  • 4Patriots Freeze-Dried Chicken
  • 2 cups white beans, canned or dried and rehydrated
  • 1 cups pinto beans, canned or dried and rehydrated
  • 2 cans cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
  • 2 cups vegetable or chicken stock
  • 1 can Rotel 
  • 8 oz green chilies
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp ancho chili powder 
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 jalapeño, thinly sliced 
  • Black pepper
  • Salt

Rehydrate and drain your 4Patriots Freeze-Dried Chicken and pinto beams. These ingredients can also be found in your Meat & Protein Deluxe Emergency Survival Food Kit. Set aside. Add 1/2 cup water plus diced onion, bell pepper, and green chilies to a Dutch oven and cook on stovetop over medium heat until soft. 

Add half of the stock and all the beans; stir to combine. Then add the cumin, ancho chili powder, and a pinch of pepper. Stir to combine, then heat for about 20 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally. Mash the beans, then add the diced tomatoes, chicken, and the rest of the stock. Stir, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed. Let simmer for 10–15 more minutes.

Top with cilantro and sliced jalapeños. Serve with tortilla chips, if you have them.

Whether you prefer a classic red chili or a creamy white chicken chili, both options are sure to fill you up and keep you going strong.

Stay warm, stay nourished, and enjoy every bite!

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