Introduction
These recipes are designed for emergency preparedness, using long-lasting ingredients that can be stored for extended periods. They are versatile, easy to prepare, and can be made using minimal equipment, making them ideal for survival situations. Each recipe includes detailed instructions and ingredient lists to ensure you can cook a delicious meal even when resources are limited.
Sun Baked Chicken and Lentil Stew
Ingredients:
– 4 medium carrots or 2 cups rehydrated dehydrated carrots
– 1 medium onion or 1 cup rehydrated freeze-dried onion
– 1 cup dry lentils (rinsed)
– 1 T. instant chicken bouillon
– 2 bay leaves
– 1/2 t. Cajun seasoning
– 1-1/2 cups hot water
– 1/2 pound sausage (venison preferred) or freeze-dried sausage crumbles
– 2-1/2 pounds chicken or rehydrated turkey
– Paprika, salt, pepper to taste
– 3-quart cast iron pot
Instructions:
1. Combine carrots, onion, lentils, bouillon, bay leaves, and seasonings in a pot.
2. Add hot water and cook in a sun oven or 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes.
3. Brown sausage (if using fresh) in a skillet.
4. Cook chicken in sausage drippings (if using fresh meat).
5. Add sausage and chicken to the pot, return to oven for 45-60 minutes.
6. Serve with a salad of wild greens, tomatoes, and goat milk cheese.
7. Pair with Post Oak or Muscadine grape wine.
8. Use leftover Bannock bread for breakfast with berries and yogurt or bacon and pear slices.
Skillet Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Ingredients:
– 24 oz sliced pineapple in syrup
– 1/4 cup butter or butter powder + water
– 2/3 cup brown sugar
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/3 cup pecan halves
– 1 cup wheat flour
– 1-1/2 tsp baking powder
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1/4 cup shortening or shortening powder + water
– 1/2 cup milk or instant milk powder + water
– 1 egg or egg powder + water
Instructions:
1. Drain pineapple, reserving 2 tbsp syrup.
2. Melt butter in a skillet, add brown sugar, and stir until melted.
3. Arrange pineapple slices around the skillet edge, placing pecans on top.
4. Mix flour, sugars, baking powder, salt, shortening, milk, and egg.
5. Pour batter over pineapple.
6. Bake at 350°F for 40-45 minutes.
7. Test with a toothpick.
8. Invert onto a plate and serve with whipped cream or ice cream.
Taco Stew
Ingredients:
– 16 oz hamburger (fresh, canned, or dehydrated)
– 16 oz beans (pinto preferred)
– 16 oz chopped tomatoes
– 16 oz corn
– 1/2 c. dehydrated onions
– 2 Tbl. dehydrated garlic
– 3 Tbl. taco seasoning mix
Instructions:
1. Cook hamburger if fresh and drain fat.
2. Add all ingredients to a crockpot or pot.
3. Adjust liquid as needed.
4. Cook slowly for several hours.
5. Serve with optional taco seasoning: 1 Tbl. chili powder, 1 tsp cayenne, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp dried minced onions, 1 tsp red pepper flakes, 1 tsp oregano, 2 tsp paprika, 2 Tbl. cumin, 1 Tbl. salt, 1 Tbl. black pepper, 1 Tbl. onion powder.
Summary
These recipes offer a variety of options for preparing nutritious and tasty meals during emergency situations. Each dish can be made with ingredients that are easy to store and can be prepared with minimal equipment. Whether you’re cooking in a survival scenario or simply looking for versatile meal ideas, these recipes provide a reliable and delicious option.