the facts

StoreHouse Foods has shelf stable food systems designed to meet your needs with food that is nutritionally sound, convenient, and familiar. Our systems are practical and easily incorporated into your daily diet. Our exclusive "No Cooking Required"systems are easy to prepare. Items are eat-as-is or prepared by adding hot or cold water to reconstitute. We have selectedthe very best quality foods, (freeze-dried, dehydrated, instant) completely free of artificial additives. The systems are assembled to supply both your long-term and short-term needs.

freeze-drying

Freeze-dried products make up the majority of ingredients used for StoreHouse Foods. For instant or quick re-hydration ofcertain dried foods and for products which retain their shape and texture, freeze-drying is the preferred method. The firststep in freeze-drying is to rapidly freeze the food. The water content, now frozen, is turned directly into a gas and withdrawnfrom the food during the next steps, vacuum and heat, thus avoiding the shrinkage. Freeze-drying uses a very low heat temperature. Many of our products are custom freeze-dried to suit our strict quality requirements. Freeze-dried products include:grains, beans, fruits, meats, seafood, pastas, vegetables and eggs. Using this process, 98% of the moisture is removed.

key advantages of freeze-dried products

• Retains the original taste and nutritional value of the food due to very low heat temperature that is used in the process
• Foods are quick and easy to prepare
• No waste
• Ideal method for maintaining flavors of meat, poultry and fish
• Extends the shelf life of the product
• No preservatives are necessary
• Results in a super lightweight / compact product
• A wide variety of foods are available
• Use hot or cold water to re-hydrate

dehydration

The standard method of dehydrating vegetables and spices is to place the items on a conveyor belt and run them through anoven at a high temperature for a relatively short time. Between 90% to 95% of the moisture is removed. Some vegetablesare more suited to this form of drying than others. This means that with the addition of water, the product re-hydrates backto its original state more easily. Preferable items include: onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, celery, carrots and mushrooms.Dehydrated items such as peas, corn and green beans do not re-hydrate as well as freeze-dried.

selecting a family food system

Some day you may actually need to depend on a food reserve system. The purchase of a system represents a sizable investment. The consumer should be discriminating in selecting the manufacturer. The questions and information below provide avaluable process by which one can identify and determine the most suitable food reserve system. The following questions willassist you in identifying a system for you and your family:

• Under what scenarios do you anticipate the need for using food reserves?
• Will you be mobile?
• Will food preparation facilities, supplies and fuel be available?
• Have you determined the length of time you desire the system to sustain you? Your family?
• How many people will be depending upon your food reserves?
• Are there special nutritional requirements?
• How important is ease of preparation?
• Have you considered your budget?
• How many calories do you require per person?

specific features of our system

1. PURITY OF INGREDIENTS - Our foods are all natural, NO artificial preservatives, flavorings, colorings, MSG or whitesugar are added.

2. FAMILIARITY - Your food system should be filled with familiar, everyday foods, easily recognizable and reflect a balanced diet offering good taste. StoreHouse Foods offers the absolute best selection from which to choose.

3. PREPARATION CONVENIENCE - We offer many convenient food systems, which can be prepared with a limited amount of fuel and water.

4. SHELF LIFE - Shelf life of any food reserves is always critical. We use the latest technologies available to insure the longest possible shelf life. Excessive heat will shorten the shelf life of all products. A rule of thumb: the cooler the better.

5. VARIETY - We have hundreds of selections that will prevent appetite fatigue.

6. PROPER ROTATION - It is highly important to rotate food reserves into your daily diet. Our foods easily integrate with other foods to meet daily dietary requirements. A specialist will be happy to recommend a program that best fits your needs.

7. SERVING SIZES - All StoreHouse Foods systems offer generous serving sizes to insure on average 2000+ calories perday. This is very important. When reviewing competitor's food systems, make sure the caloric counts are not high due to refined sugar. We do not use white sugar in our recipes as a supplement to increase caloric counts.

what makes our products special

• The largest "No Cook" product selection available in shelf stable cans.
• We have larger portion sizes than the majority of our competitors. Our competitors consistently offer 1/4 to 1/2 cup serving sizes while ours is 1 1/2 cups. That's nearly 3 TIMES the amount of food per serving.
• Our foods come from established, trusted industry leaders, some with distinguished reputations since 1979.
• We offer an extensive variety of products packaged in medium and large cans. Items include: complete "No Cook" entrees, breakfasts, side-dishes, individual items, complete food systems from one day to one year, standard commodities and emergency systems.
• Our manufacturing facilities are inspected daily by a U.S.D.A. resident inspector and comply with strict standards for wholesomeness and cleanliness.
• Federal inspection enables us to offer a complete line of real poultry and beef products, both as individual items and in meals. We have the largest selection available. We use state-of-the-art canning and oxygen-reducing techniques to provide for long shelf life.
• We offer great tasting, easy-to-prepare complete meals and individual items.
• Many of our products are organically grown and our beef products are hormone free.
• Ingredients used are of the highest quality and are nutritionally superior. Our products are familiar, everyday foods enjoyed by adults and children.
• Our literature and catalogs supply complete information and our packaging is distinctive and professional. We continue to lead the industry with innovation and integrity.

our packaging

• Most selections can be prepared right inside the can or pouch
• Our unique poly-coated foil pouch has a quick-zip resealable top
• Our heavy-gauge steel cans are built with food grade enamel coating on the inside
• Both cans and pouches contain powerful oxygen absorbers to insure the very best shelf-life

Pouches

medium pouches (approximately 2-4 servings)
Perfect for short duration emergencies, outdoor adventures or quick meals.

bulk pouches (approximately 5-12 servings)
More servings for short duration emergencies, outdoor adventures or quick meals.

Cans

#2 1/2 medium cans (approximately one quart or 2-4 servings)
Suited for longer term emergencies, pull-top lid and resealable lid included.

#10 large cans (approximately one gallon or 6-12 servings)
Filled half full for simple inside-the-can preparation, resealable lid included.

#10 full pack large cans (approximately one gallon or 12-14 servings)
Filled to the top for the maximum amount of servings, resealable lid included.

proper food storage tips

It is crucial that you store food reserves properly:

• Avoid exposure to heat and moisture. Make sure foods are not accessible to insects or animals.
• Never store food directly on the ground or on concrete floors, moisture can build up inside containers.
• Avoid such storage places that experience temperature build-up such as attics, garages or car trunks. Ideally, storage for all of our products should not exceed room temperature for extended periods.
• Store in a location that's accessible so that periodic inspections are easy. Rotate supplies.
• Avoid excessive and rough handling of pouch and canned foods.

shelf life

What is the shelf life of preparedness foods? It is impossible to give a definitive answer without knowing how the foods arestored and in what containers. Extended shelf life is primarily affected by oxygen, fat, moisture, heat and time, the lower the values the better. Excessive quantities of these elements will cause loss of nutritional value off flavors, odors, and rancidity. Handling and physical damage must also be kept to a minimum. Damage to can seams and excessive rust must beavoided.

Provided that proper storage procedures have been followed, we can offer general guidelines as to shelf life expectations ofour foods. Once the foods leave our facilities we have no control over storage conditions. So be conscientious and avoid highheat, the cooler the better.

NOTE: Although it is possible that some beans, grains, and other types of food will store for long periods of time in ideal conditions, we feel it is inappropriate to promise or suggest shelf life of any longer than fifteen years. We do our best, utilizingthe latest canning techniques and oxygen absorber technology, to insure the longest possible shelf life. Because of the various factors which affect shelf life, of which we have no control, we cannot guarantee that your results will match our estimates. In order to maximize shelf life, do not expose to high temperatures for an extended period of time.

ESTIMATED SHELF LIFE WHEN STORED IN PROPER STORAGE CONDITIONS
Estimated shelf life in years

uses for wheat

The following suggestions are offered for those with wheat storage:

• FLOUR - Baking, Pancakes and sauces.
• WHOLE GRAIN CEREAL - Cook as is.
• SPROUTING - Eat raw after sprouting. Use in recipes and salads, mix with other ingredients and form loaves.
• WHEAT GRASS JUICE - Grow seed into 5"- 6" grass, juice this grass, drink straight or with other juices.
• SOAKED WHEAT - Soak cleaned wheat in pure water one to two days, drink water and use wheat in cereal or other recipe.
• GLUTEN FOR PROTEIN SUBSTITUTE - Rinse flour to produce gluten product.