I've been keeping an eye out for the oxygen absorber packet, don't want to cook it up on accident! So far it's still hiding. By the way, the can says to eat the product within one week of opening. It has been well over a week since I opened it and I just keep sealing with the plastic top that came w...

This is just like a metal coffee can. I opened it using an old fashioned can opener and there was no "whoosh" noise when punctured. I have no idea how Mountain House removes the air or what their preservation method is. Let me know what the 30 year version tastes like! If you have an REI or some oth...

I remember seeing a post in the forums about a similar issue, and it looked like Steve Cyros over at MRE Depot was looking into it. I don't have a problem with substitutions, especially when the website says that it might occur. In my books that's buyer beware, my dislike is when elements are comple...

I ordered a #10 can of Mountain House Noodles and Chicken from The Ready Store and cracked it open to see what the world of freeze dried food stuffs was like. http://i44.tinypic.com/mmbn77.jpg http://i42.tinypic.com/11t4h89.jpg http://i40.tinypic.com/wk669d.jpg http://i41.tinypic.com/2vwflhj.jpg As ...

My case of Menu C's arrived this week. I've really enjoyed the fast service from MREDepot, three orders so far and no complaints. I think that Menu C must be going through a change/rotation of entrees and other items. The bag I grabbed to review today is listed as Menu #5. On the MRE Info page and t...

I am just now getting into the emergency/disaster preparedness mode and thought I would add my two cents as I try civilian MRE products before stocking up on any particular brand. I ordered a single SOPAKCO MRE with FRH from The Ready Store online and received a SPAGHETTI WITH MEAT AND SAUCE pack. I...