tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291961545993258201.post370508002579055055..comments2024-02-13T14:23:30.222-08:00Comments on Something Wicked Comes: Filling Your Plate: Part I - Getting StartedUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291961545993258201.post-35668814230396192002011-10-17T07:45:04.061-07:002011-10-17T07:45:04.061-07:00I love my freezers, but I am looking to empty them...I love my freezers, but I am looking to empty them in the near future to rotate the food and in case of power disruptions. Always have supplies on hand for processing what you have stored in them.<br /><br />Home canned goods are better than store bought "cans" due to the amount of sodium in processed foods.<br /><br />If you store large amounts of rice, barley and other grains, be sure to store it in insect proof containers to avoid infestations.<br /><br />Thanks for stopping by and the great comment!Selous Scouthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08361069158893480853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291961545993258201.post-9298577804799923862011-10-15T10:56:14.202-07:002011-10-15T10:56:14.202-07:00During normal times (not post SHTF) I buy meat and...During normal times (not post SHTF) I buy meat and wrap and freeze it in family sized portions. I buy carrots, onions and potatoes in the largest package (or if picked individually from a bin I buy a couple bags full). I buy other fresh veggies as needed or if on sale. I keep a full cupboard of soups, broths, gravies, canned tomatoes, beans, peas, corn, etc. And I store huge amounts of rice and flour.<br />When it comes time to make a meal decision I select meat from the freezer, decide which primary starchy choice will best go with it (potatoes, rice, pasta, stuffing, etc.), select a veggie and decide if I want a gravy or sauce to go with it. Using this formula there are literally thousands of combinations, plenty of variety. It even allows me to make a decision 15-20 minutes before mealtime (thanks to the microwave defrost capability). I also have canned meat (both home canned and storebought) to substitute as needed. Simple. I will admit not everyone agrees that every combination is awesome but they are all edible and nutricious. Also I welcome complaints and volunteer them to become the new cook.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com