I don't post recipes very often, but I came across this in the ancient, dusty archives and decided to refresh it a little and share it again. It's the perfect rice and beans recipe. This is a terrific homemade Mexican rice dish that I've been ... Read More
Top 10 Food Storage Myths
The internet is full of websites that give information on survival topics, including food storage. There are dozens and dozens of books that will teach you "the right way" to store food and YouTube videos galore. Most contain valid, trustworthy ... Read More
Survival Mom DIY: No-Recipe Casseroles!
Casseroles. Love them or hate them, they are definitely a comfort food to many and a super-convenient main dish to others. I grew up on casseroles, from the classic Tuna Noodle Casserole to my Nana's Shlumgum, so I'm a fan. The casserole ... Read More
Food Storage Grains: An inexpensive calorie with lots of versatility
Grains are a fantastic staple for any food storage pantry. Food storage grains provide a variety of nutrients and are typically one of the least expensive calories you can purchase (after sugar and drink mixes). Yet, many people I’ve worked with ... Read More
5 Dollar Preps – You CAN Afford to Prepare
“I can't afford to” is definitely the number one excuse people use for not prepping. They believe this because they read about someone who has a $20,000 dollar gun collection and a basement filled with a 10 year supply of freeze dried food. That is ... Read More
Parboiled Rice: The Rice You’ve Never Heard Of
In our family, rice, not potatoes, is King of the Starches. This is because my husband grew up in places like Hawaii, Guam, and the Marshall Islands, eating rice every day of his life. When I started stocking up on various foods, I knew that rice ... Read More
Simple Food Storage Meals for Tight Times: Stock up on three months worth, fast!
When a summertime monsoon storm is on the way, I quickly track down my kids, bring them indoors, and prepare to hunker down. It's a mom-instinct. We unplug the computers, make sure all the windows are securely closed and locked, and if my husband ... Read More
Top 10 Foods for Stocking Up
You'll want to pin this list for future reference! Click here. To get started with the basic building blocks of food storage, these are the top 10 foods I recommend. If these aren't a good fit for your family, for whatever reason, stock up on ... Read More
INSTANT SURVIVAL TIP: Dollar Store Beans and Rice
Beans and rice combine to make a "complete protein," as most people know. Dollar store beans and rice make a great addition to food storage pantries for two reasons: 1. They can be purchased and stored in large or small quantities, depending on ... Read More
Thoughtful Food Storage: Grains and Starches, Part 2
Guest post by Debbie Cee Rice is the staple grain of a large part of the world. It is cheap, easy to buy in any grocery store, and stores well. Rice can be stored the same way as wheat. You can buy buckets already sealed from online stores or ... Read More
