Building Your Food Stockpile: 50 Long-Life Foods To Include
The following items are ideal for building a long-term food supply, as they generally have a longer shelf life and can be used in various recipes. Remember to check expiration dates and rotate your stock to ensure the freshness and safety of the food.
| Product Type | Typical Shelf Life | Approximate Cost |
| Canned beans | 3-5 years | £0.40 - £0.80 |
| Canned vegetables | 2-5 years | £0.50 - £1.00 |
| Canned fruit | 1-2 years | £0.70 - £1.50 |
| Canned soup | 2-5 years | £0.50 - £1.20 |
| Canned meat | 2-5 years | £1.00 - £2.50 |
| Canned chili | 2-5 years | £1.00 - £2.00 |
| Canned stew | 2-5 years | £1.00 - £3.00 |
| Canned pasta | 2-5 years | £0.50 - £1.50 |
| Canned tomato products | 18-24 months | £0.40 - £1.00 |
| Canned coconut milk | 2-5 years | £0.80 - £1.50 |
| Canned olives | 1-2 years | £1.00 - £2.50 |
| Canned mushrooms | 2-3 years | £0.70 - £1.50 |
| Jarred pasta sauce | 1-2 years | £1.00 - £2.50 |
| Jarred salsa | 1-2 years | £1.50 - £3.00 |
| Jarred pickles | 1-3 years | £1.00 - £2.50 |
| Jarred roasted red peppers | 1-2 years | £1.50 - £3.00 |
| Jarred applesauce | 1-2 years | £1.00 - £2.00 |
| Peanut butter | 1-2 years | £1.00 - £3.00 |
| Almond butter | 1-2 years | £2.50 - £5.00 |
| Honey | Indefinite | £2.00 - £5.00 |
| Maple syrup | 1-2 years | £3.00 - £8.00 |
| Rice | 2-3 years | £0.50 - £2.00 |
| Dried pasta | 1-2 years | £0.40 - £1.50 |
| Dried beans and lentils | 2-3 years | £1.00 - £2.00 |
| Dried peas | 2-3 years | £1.00 - £2.00 |
| Rolled oats | 2 years | £0.70 - £2.00 |
| Instant oatmeal | 1-2 years | £1.00 - £3.00 |
| Cereal | 6-12 months | £1.50 - £3.00 |
| Granola | 6-12 months | £2.00 - £4.50 |
| Crackers | 6-9 months | £0.80 - £2.00 |
| Shelf-stable milk | 6-9 months | £0.80 - £2.00 |
| Shelf-stable non-dairy milk | 6-12 months | £1.00 - £2.50 |
| Instant coffee | 1-2 years | £2.00 - £5.00 |
| Tea bags | 1-3 years | £1.00 - £3.50 |
| Hot chocolate mix | 1-2 years | £1.50 - £3.00 |
| Sugar | Indefinite | £0.60 - £1.50 |
| Flour | 6-12 months | £0.50 - £1.50 |
| Cornmeal | 1-2 years | £1.00 - £2.00 |
| Dried fruit | 6-12 months | £1.00 - £3.50 |
| Nuts | 6-12 months | £1.50 - £4.00 |
| Seeds | 1-2 years | £1.00 - £3.00 |
| Popcorn kernels | 1-2 years | £0.50 - £1.50 |
| Ramen noodles | 1-2 years | £0.30 - £1.00 |
| Instant soup mixes | 1-2 years | £0.50 - £1.50 |
| Freeze dried meals | 2-7 years | £4.50 - £9.00 |
| Dehydrated vegetables | 2-5 years | £1.50 - £4.00 |
| Dehydrated fruit | 1-2 years | £1.00 - £3.50 |
| Bouillon cubes or powder | 1-2 years | £0.50 - £1.50 |
| Salt | Indefinite | £0.30 - £1.00 |
| Spices and dried herbs | 1-3 years | £1.00 - £3.00 |
Please note that the prices are approximate and may vary depending on the brand, location, and retailer. Shelf life may also vary based on storage conditions and specific product details.
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