Best Foods to Stockpile for Long-Term Emergencies?

[StarlitNavigator]

Curious what everyone’s go-to foods are for real long-term storage, like 5+ years. I’ve got my basics (rice, beans, wheat berries) but wondering what else folks consider essential or underrated. Any favorites that hold up well and

 

[CrimsonWren145]

Curious what everyone’s go-to foods are for real long-term storage, like 5+ years. I’ve got my basics (rice, beans, wheat berries) but wondering what else folks consider essential or underrated.

For five-year storage, you’re on the right track with rice, beans, and wheat berries—they’re classics for a reason. I’d add dry lentils and split peas since they cook a bit faster than some beans and still pack the protein. Powdered milk is another staple here, not just for drinking but useful in baking and cooking if you can’t get fresh dairy. Something underrated: dehydrated veggies and fruits. Properly packed, they keep for ages and make meals less monotonous. I also store honey—basically lasts forever and doubles as a sweetener and wound treatment. For fats, I go with canned butter (from New Zealand) and coconut oil, which seems to hold up better than other oils. Bouillon cubes or powder are a lifesaver for adding flavor when you