Keep Your Food Supply Fresh and Ready

I was sick for the past couple of weeks and I can say that stocking up on that food really helped. I had no desire to go to the store and because I didn't have to I could stay home warm and cozy. Now that you’ve started stockpiling your emergency food supply, it’s crucial to keep it organized and fresh. This week, we’ll focus on how to store your food properly, rotate supplies efficiently, and ensure that nothing goes to waste. A well-managed food storage system will keep you prepared for any situation.

Weekly Challenge:

• Week Five Focus: Organize and Rotate Your Food Storage.
• Task: Arrange your food storage in a way that makes it easy to track and use. Label items with expiration dates, group similar items together, and create an inventory list. Use the “first in, first out” method to prevent food from expiring unused.
• Remember: Don't forget to check your vitamins and over the counter medicines.

**Mantra: First in first out...

Resource: Article with excellent information about food rotation.

• Tip: Store food in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Consider using airtight containers to protect against pests and moisture. Regularly review your inventory and replace items as needed.

We Want to challenge you a little more this week so look at what we tossed in another resource and extra challenge.

Resource: Check out the Food Calculator sheet on our website.

Extra Item: Look at personal food storage options like canning or vacuum sealing.

Skill Acquisition: Ball Big Book of Canning offers a peek into the world of food preservation. Extra Credit: Test it!!!

What did I learn this week? I made a focaccia bread with my sourdough starter.

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Thanks for reading

DJ Cooper