Saturday, February 26, 2011

52 Week Food Storage Plan - Week #5

Week # 5: 24 lbs Shortening (1/2 Butter & 1/2 Reg Flavors)
(If you can’t accomplish this in 1 week, don’t worry, just take your time and do it in steps.)



Shortening:
Choose the foods carefully, taking into consideration those you use daily or would use, if you had the time….and had no alternatives. I’m not a cooker or baker, so I bet I go through a tub of shortening in 1 year. But for those of you who like to bake or cook a lot more or would like to in an emergency, you’ll want to remember to get shortening for your food storage. The 2 frequently overlooked items are shortening/margerine and eggs. And make sure there are plenty of opportunities for “goodies,” such as cookies, pies, puddings, Jello, etc.

Shortening Powder: Blend with water to produce shortening for baked goods. DO NOT USE FOR FRYING.

Storage:
According to Crisco, if it’s unopened, its shelf life is indefinite. Once it’s opened, they say it’s good for about a year. However, Shortening Powder will last for a lot longer if opened because it’s powder.




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