Freeze-Dried Ground Beef Pouch

This is a single pouch of Freeze-Dried Ground Beef, with about 8 servings. It's an easy way to add variety to your stockpile or restock a favorite. Add your ground beef to boiling water and let it simmer for 5 minutes, then drain any excess liquid. From there you can eat it on its own, or use in your favorite recipes. Recipes are subject to change, so check the package label before enjoying.

Your survival food is designed to last for 25 years.* Storage conditions impact shelf life, so always protect it from heat, air and moisture, and avoid prolonged exposure to temperatures above 75°F. Keep food sealed until you're ready to eat, and store it in a cool, dry place.

*25-year shelf life under proper storage conditions; see footnote for details.

This pouch provides about 1,680 total calories, about 210 calories per serving. It's meant to add calories and variety to your stockpile rather than serve as a standalone daily supply. For a full day's nutrition, pair it with other recipes and kits.

Add your ground beef to boiling water and let it simmer for 5 minutes, then drain any excess liquid. The exact amount of water is on the package label. It works in all kinds of recipes once rehydrated. Keep a separate supply of drinking water on hand for cooking and hydration.

With a range of recipes to choose from, most folks find several favorites, so there's no risk in trying.

Store it in a cool, dry place away from heat, light and moisture for best results. Avoid prolonged exposure to temperatures above 75°F, and keep packaging sealed until you're ready to eat. A closet, pantry or basement shelf works well. Proper storage helps your food last as long as designed.

The 25-year shelf life applies to unopened, properly stored packaging. Once you open a pouch, reseal it and use it within a few days for best taste and quality. Keeping it away from air, light and moisture after opening helps protect the food until you finish it.

No major allergens are listed for this recipe. While none of our foods are certified gluten free because they're processed on shared machinery, many recipes are formulated without gluten. Recipes are subject to change, so always check the package label before enjoying.