Homemade MRE from Amazon

[@Trains-With-Shane]

A little over $10 each, honestly, is a pretty decent deal. You can't even get a hamburger value meal for that price these days it seems. And if you do it certainly won't come with desert.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

That is very true!

[@thomgizziz]

​@@dadbudgetadventures It is 11.75 each or 12.75 each if you include your little expensive mylar bags. 1261 calories but way too much of it comes from sugar and things expire quickly. Weighs 1.2lbs without any of your extra packaging or utensils and it is big an MRE that I get is the size of your little churros bag. Not ideal. I can get MREs with higher calorie counts, that are lighter, last longer and with a heater and utensils for 7 dollars at my local army navy surplus store. I don't think this is a great idea especially with how fast the food dies. Unless you are taking these camping and rotating pretty often it seems like a terrible idea, a solution in search of a problem.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

@@thomgizziz obviously this isn’t for you but a lot of people like the ability to build their own.

[@gamingguru2k6]

I would really appreciate it if you keep demonstrating ways that you can improvise during food prep. There have been times when I've had to evacuate my home, and all I had access to was a coffee maker in a hotel room. There's real world situations where you just have to improvise.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Absolutely. Trying to show a few different ideas here and there

[@jutde]

Keep a go-bag with a butane or electric cooktop and cook set in it? If home evacuation is something you deal with regularly, there’s no reason you can’t stay prepared for an extended stay in a hotel room.

[@OtherSarah2]

A hotel room iron doubles as a griddle/grill/toaster, and the coffee maker will reheat soup. Carry a roll of foil in, and you can make hobo-packet meals and even bake biscuits.

[@TimLewallen]

I've cooked eggs and oatmeal in a coffeemaker.

[@weilam03]

find a park with bbq grills and cook on your own shit.

[@pamartin]

I appreciate what you do. I'm not a full-blown prepper, but you provide excellent info for packing the van for a get-away in to the woods. No muss, no fuss, focus on the adventure and don't worry about the food cuz I've been watching Dad Budget Adventures! Thanks.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you. Even a little extra knowledge helps.

[@MistySlocomb]

Besides, who wants to cook on an adventure? I think these are a great idea, especially for in a vehicle.

[@timfronimos459]

Most commonsense prep video ever. Thanks for posting. watching from Michigan.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you!

[@05weasel]

10,000. Let’s go. Congratulations. I just found your channel a few weeks ago (thank you algorithm) and I’m really enjoying the videos, especially the homemade MRE’s

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you so much. I’m enjoying the ride!

[@libertyg4402]

Thank you for sharing this! We're a Mexican food-loving family so this MRE is right up our alley. Great idea!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thanks! Glad you liked it.

[@TerryC69]

First, congratulations on exceeding 10K! I really like the way you present. The conversational postive attitude appeals to me a lot. I wish you all the best with your channel.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you so much your support is very much appreciated!

[@rosskleinmann2626]

Loved the video, really cool main and really fun MRE. I could see how a MRE like that would boost morale in a SHTF situation. It would definitely be great after a long day out on the trails as well. Thanks!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

You’re welcome I truly appreciate the kind words!

[@thenadonation2664]

The date on the package does not mean the item is bad. If stored properly it can last for many many years after than date. Look at MRE's they have a 3 year date and yet we have eaten them 10+ years later with no problems.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

You are correct

[@mattbuffington6471]

I really like the Amazon concept! If it's possible, could you expand on this the next time you do an Amazon based MRE by showing us the search criteria you are using to find the products or groups of products? And one more thing, what are thoughts on cold soaking freeze-dried products? I know it's a method for eating them without cooking. Thank you so much for spending time, money and effort to share your creations and thoughts with us!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

If I revisit this I will do just that. I have mentioned cold soaking but haven’t done it. Might explore it in a future video.

[@scenicdriveways6708]

Good morning DBA, First, Congratulations on your 10K+ subscribers, great job! Great video, I really enjoyed it. Thanks for the tip on the itaki lunch box. JT

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@reneenorth2304]

Thanks for doing these videos ! I had been bagging up meals needing a heat sourse for an emergency but these are a great addition !

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I’m so glad you’re enjoying the videos. I’m going to keep including different cooking options as well.

[@TinyGoHomes]

I’m trying to get into making my own prep food to save costs. Pressure canning, dehydration, growing, buying bulk and working it down into a long lasting food source stored away. I got a trout pond so I got my own protein during shtf. I’m getting better prepared slowly.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Awesome! Sounds like you’re on the right road.

[@WhatAndyDoes]

DBA all the way! I like the switch up on cooker. Just showing options. I bought a veggie steamer and am working on some mods. Thinking of using it as candle holder for a clay pot room heater. Let have a live Q&A!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thanks! I’m trying a few different approaches to cooking so hopefully I’ll keep good ideas coming. I’d love to do a Q&A some time.

[@BearClawAK47]

Great videos. A lot of times I find the emergenC packets at discount. I've started including a packet in all my homemade rations. Best of all, they come in different flavors. Amazon sometimes has actual MRE cheese packets and other components.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you. Those things are a life saver for sure.

[@Subgunman]

Micro bottles of Tabasco sauce?

[@mclarksws]

You have now inspired me to put some of these together. A few years ago i found a guy on Amazon selling items out of military mres. I have seen a lemon poppyseed pound cake go for 50 bucks in the field. I bought a dozen lemon poppy seed pound cakes. Just ate one yesterday. Congrats on 10k subs.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you so much. MREs are popular now and the price keeps going up.

[@harrypierce1298]

The trucker style lunch box you mentioned- I've cooked in mine. They hit around 350°f running on 12v power. I've actually burnt food in it. I use aluminum foil pans from a $1 store for reheating or cooking.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I think I’m going to do some experimenting with mine and see what it can do.

[@mikedendooven6484]

Another great episode! Outstanding choices at $10.17 for the total cost of one. Regarding the Amazon link for the Mylar bags, do you use the quart and smaller bags to individually put the smaller items in?

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Not for these kits. I haven’t used many of those but they’re great for dehydrated food storage.

[@mikedendooven6484]

@@dadbudgetadventures Thanks!

[@mikemadness1607]

Congrats on 10K. Just found your channel. For a bit of a challenge, try an Asian market MRE. G7 3in1 coffee is pretty good. Roasted Peas with either garlic or wasabi (hot/spicy) flavors are good. Other suggestions are Tocino flavored Spam, desserts/drinks featuring Mango, Calamansi (similar to lemon), Jack Fruit (acquired taste), or Ube (purple yam). A good side would be kimchi (I’m partial to Kkakdugi) although finding a shelf stable package (most kimchi is bottled or plastic carton requiring refrigeration) will be challenging.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Great ideas. Let’s see if I can make it happen

[@SethCohn23]

Inexpensive Canned kimchi (4oz or so) is usually just a generous serving, put over rice, yum

[@roymcintyre579]

I see you got some of those Filos Tamales I mentioned to you. I went to Wal-Mart to get some for my lunch this week and the shelf was empty. I even had to make a Amazon order for them. There are a couple gas stations that sell them here but 5hey want $3.99 for them. When Wal-Mart has them I always buy three of each flavor because they are popular and sell out quick.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thanks for this suggestion. I was impressed. Just wish I could find them locally.

[@roymcintyre579]

When I get them, I usually buy a can of Goya Mexican Rice and add a little Mexican Cheese Blend and microwave them

[@joshuabuxton237]

Congrats man. You changed my camping and survival experience brother please keep it up.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you. That’s an honor.

[@kennycraven2648]

Congratulations on 10k. Like the camper kitchen.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you. I love my little teardrop

[@frankgyomoryjr6167]

Great video. I had to check out that Amazon food and a lot of it would be good for camping and backpacking too! Amazon, it's not just for Kindle books anymore,

[@dadbudgetadventures]

For sure. Some interesting options there

[@lindamcneil711]

Love these MREs. How creative. One word of caution, that rice, we picked up a couple of these and we found them moldy. Great video.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I found that with a package of precooked pasta. Man that smelled awful.

[@rockyraab8290]

I also love Arbuelita hot chocolate. I add a pinch of red cayenne pepper to mine because chili and chocolate go together SO well.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Absolutely. That’s a good pick-me-up!

[@roxannejohnston3311]

Congratulations on 10K🎉 Hope you feel better soon. That fungalitis is the pits. Lol

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you. It’s been a rough few days but it’s getting better.

[@Robinhood55]

Anything MRE catches on with people 😄

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Apparently

[@btracey]

His presentation and mannerisms along with the more content is what is making his channel a hit IMO 😊

[@Breacher141]

its really simple, half of the new generation can't cook and don't care to learn how to cook, and the other half never been in the military. MRE's are simple. its what we feed the world with today.

[@Mr.Smith101]

Well, people who are aware of the unwanted shenanigans being tested on the population.

[@kevinwittenauer6892]

Just found your channel. Making your own MRE makes total sense due to having food you like. I would be interested in a video of you sealing the MRE. Also 2 person MRE's. Thank you & keep up the good work.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Glad you’re here. I may show more of that at some point.

[@johngbarone9253]

Howdy...After watching a handful of your vids, became a subscriber. Nicely done; well thought out and clearly explained. This last one piqued my interest so...FYI, I found the Royal Mexican Street Corn, Fillo's Tamales and Abuelita Hot Choc at my local Walmart...avail in singular packs.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you so much. I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos. You could build most of this MRE at Walmart. How cool!

[@Gumby1978]

Congratulations on your 10,000 subscribers.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you. Never thought we’d get here. I appreciate the support!

[@onelikeus883]

I watched your Walmart MRE video and loved it. Love the channel, subbed!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you. I’m glad to have you!

[@jbeachbob58]

Congrats on 10k. Enjoyed the DBA MRE, but was focused on your teardrop. Any vids on it? Considering one myself.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Look for my video about Old Mike. I think it’s called “They Displayed a Corpse for 65 Years”. I introduce it in that one. I’m going on an adventure tonight with it. That should be up next week.

[@jbeachbob58]

@@dadbudgetadventures Thanks, will view it.

[@livingproof9622]

Haha I recommended this. Thanks for doing it. You’ve now given us all ideas beyond the dollar store, but in bulk. Thanks again.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thanks for the great suggestion. Hope it met your expectations!

[@1978jasondickerson]

Wonderful and thought provoking ideas as always! congrats on over 10,000 subscribers as I'm viewing it right now! keep up the good work!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@Freedom4Life40]

Thanks for another great video. Congrats on 10k+ subscribers!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you!

[@michaelgutman4910]

It's an honor spending time with you, sir

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you!

[@Olyphoto7]

Congratulations on nearly 11k, wow! I love the Mexican theme of this MRE. About the sweet potatoes, maybe pack a “maple” syrup packet from a fast food joint for those who want the sugar boost. What did you think about the salsa packets, I’ve been thinking about making the bulk buy. Was it more like hot sauce or did it have chunks? Keep this train going man. I really hope you feel better soon. Good luck with your trip 😊

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you. Great idea for the sweet potato dip. The salsa was more of a chunky style but not too chunky. Definitely less of a taco sauce and more salsa. Good flavor too.

[@MaxEPR]

Since I'm new to your site, I don't know if you've covered this, but you mentioned "adult beverages". Having had a career in the airline industry, I learned to stock up on liquor miniatures which would fit nicely in an MRE.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Those are great additions, unfortunately where I live they don’t sell liquor in grocery stores so if I’m doing single source MREs those aren’t an available option 😔. Now if I’m just doing a regular meal for my own stock all bets are off!

[@robertgregory5260]

Congratulations. Some excellent choice. You hit the highs and drawbacks of online bulk shopping. I have made cards that list expiration dates for meals and otc meds.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you! That’s a great idea. I need to include that in mine.

[@Scotty86doo]

Great work on this Video! Lighting looks fantastic!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you. Much appreciated!

[@fredfinger7092]

Congratulations on your first 10K subscribers! Those walking tamales were too spicy for me when I tried them; even the mild salsa verde was a bit much. They are not dry when fresh out of the package; in fact they are a bit oily, but not unpleasantly so. I liked the flavor and the texture and the convenience, but I couldn't take the heat, so they're out of my kitchen. I am eager to try the rice and street corn, I had never heard of that. Thanks for another great video!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thanks! Now you have a new way to look at stuff you already have!

[@timacrow]

As soon as you shoed the Royal rice with Elote, I ordered a four pack on Amazon. :) I imagine the Yammys would be good with some salt and chile pepper seasoning.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Ooh, that would be good! Hope you enjoy the rice

[@katb3418]

I hope you feel better 😭😭😭 congrats on 11,000 subs !!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you. I’m getting there but this thing is really hanging around

[@CMarie404]

How fun!! I LOVE those Yammy packs. I have purchased them several times and are a must have for my pantry. I do labor work so havent much time to take a lunch, if at all. So I like clean (as in not making my fingers sticky) easy to eat foods while driving between jobs. Perfect for hiking, BOB, and now DIY MRE. It is just easy to eat, has good mouth feel, and overall has a light neutral flavor which I dont mind at all. Yum!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I’m so glad I’m not the only one. I was worried I’d be selling folks on something they’d hate 😂

[@geraldbock1012]

Batcave is just down the road "a piece". I like their approach and the shows provided.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

It’s such a fun shop. I’m glad you caught that and knew who they are!

[@OneLocalStudent]

New subscriber. I do a lot of camping and I have been enjoying your content, particularly the MRE content. Could you do a video going in to what criteria you look at in terms of what you choose to include or not include? I know you recently started adding nutritional information (definitely keep doing that!) but are you considering that when you are building these, or are you just trying to build a tasty meal? There's a TON out there on backpacking food, but it feels like the space is more empty when it comes to car camping or emergency MRE / food. Also, it seems like you have been doing this awhile. Maybe do a video series on how to get started making homemade MREs (what type and where to find pouches, heating elements, cooking methods, etc) Just my thoughts on the kinds of things I'd like to watch, obviously you do you, but if you want suggestions on what one viewer would be interested in, there you go.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Great ideas. Mostly I’m just showing the items I’m discovering as options. The meals aren’t meant to be copied as much as just inspire thought beyond the tuna pouch and protein bar approach.

[@thraellock]

I'm all for the camping adventure. Congrats on 10K subscribers.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you!

[@cheeto.1]

Alright I finally subscribed. Watched a couple videos cause I make MREs for Camping in my Teardrop Camper I built a few years ago. I Like the little cooker I already have a Solar Generator so definitely gonna pick one up. Can’t wait to see your camping adventure too

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thanks! Im glad you stuck around. Camping adventure coming next week!

[@HarshmanHills]

Another great setup my friend. I’m going to have to look for that rice and corn

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you. Always a pleasure.

[@Shadow-jr5kx]

Love your channel, I love finding individual packets for meals. We live in a humid climate and once a jar of a powdered item is opened its just a short time till it starts caking up. Check out Folgers French Vanilla Cappuccino sticks , 4 to a box for about $1.75 (great to add to weak coffee ) . It's the only powdered Folgers worth buying. Also Lonolife beef bone broth powder is really good. Great as a mug of hot broth , or use to add more beef flavor to chili, stew or a gravy.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Great suggestions!

[@JimCook]

Just found your channel, really enjoying the few videos I have watched so far.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I’m glad you’re here. Thank you!

[@danmc7815]

I doubt that I would ever assemble a meal like this one. But, I like the concept. Gets me thinking. Thanks.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

That’s exactly what it’s about! Food for thought…or eating if you want.

[@alishaparr577]

That's a really cool combo of MRE items it's sad about the expiration dates though. They'd likely be fine for a good while past the best buy dates but it's hard to count on them for emergency stashes. Maybe for a planed camping or backpacking trip though?

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Absolutely. Perfect for something where you plan to use them right away.

[@serenityfarmsprepping2267]

Clif Bars! make your own jerky of beef, venison, chicken, turkey. You can dehydrate virtually everything you bought and seal in small mylar bags and get years out of them if that's what you want. But they store well, and you can make new "MREs" every year. (I thought everything was eat right out of package?) Decent video to give folks better ideas to make their own for longer durability and NO BIOENGINEERED CRAP!!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Might venture into making your own stuff eventually. Right now we are exploring publicly available options.

[@serenityfarmsprepping2267]

have been for years@@dadbudgetadventures

[@Tsiri09]

I have a storm rock 500watt power station. It will happily power all my dash mini cookers ( I have a small collection, they're cute and quick to use). I also have a 12 volt electric lunchbox that can also use 110ac. Everyone can do their own research on what to buy and use. My budget won't go $10+ a day, so I choose less expensive foods while maintaining protein. I do watch your videos- I think I'll add a "fancy mre" day to my menus for something special once in a while.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I’m glad you are enjoying them and finding ways to add to your own creative ideas!

[@amandabadger9441]

I've grabbed those tamales for camping from whole foods individually, but if you like them, it ends up being much more economical to buy the dozen or so from amazon. I think they were $5 for one individual packet @ WF. I enjoy them so having them on hand is great

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I saw them there today for about $2.50. Not too bad at that price.

[@curtwinterstein1067]

I like your concepts. I didn't know the cocoa came in packets. I would think that buying food products on Amazon there would be some kind of requirement to list the expiration date. Although, Amazon is just a shipping/selling site. I wonder if ordering from Wal mart would be any different?

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I’m not sure. Might be an interesting experiment to try.

[@gerardmartyn1738]

Congratulations on 10k subscribers. Great video as always. Thank you 😊

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you. It’s been a fun ride.

[@jakeaurod]

One of my favorite ways to eat sweet potatoes is with salt, butter, and chipotle flavoring (either canned with adobo sauce or chipotle powder). That was something I learned from Alton Brown on _Good Eats_ . So, that makes me wonder how well the Yammy strips would be if you cut them up and put them into the cooker with the spicy food.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

That’s a good question. Bet it would be pretty good!

[@alanbierhoff6831]

Question: what did your first product search say on amazon? Did you start with “tamales”? Just curious as to where I’d start when I build one of my own. I need a starting word or phrase so I don’t waste a ton of time. Thanks The Itaki is not on Amazon but available directly from Itaki. I use a gas one dual fuel single burner camp stove that runs on either propane or butane (the tall slender cans) I have a big Jackery but that’s for other things that can only be used with electricity. I got that two burner brs stove and the propane (lindal valve) adapter too. I can’t wait to use it

[@dadbudgetadventures]

If I’m not mistaken I think it was “shelf stable foods”.

[@displacedyankee7819]

Glad to see you tried those tamales. I've seen them at WM and thought they would be good for an MRE. Now I know I can go get some and not be disappointed

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I will definitely get them again. Plus, that shelf life makes them ideal.

[@skittlemenow]

Amazon is great for condiments last I checked you could still get the tiny bottles of Tabasco sauce. I wonder if using the question section of the Amazon listing would give you a better chance of knowing the expiration window to expect?

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Not sure. I need to explore that. There are companies that will guarantee the best by date but that may only be fresh items.

[@SethCohn23]

Not all items but some, I have noticed I'd get told the best by date AFTER ordering. I tend to order one item at a time, for that reason. Also because if I take the "I can wait and don't need it in two days" often they'll offer a digital credit of $1-$1.50 for getting it shipped slower (usually postal) which can often be a nice 'discount' you can convert into music/ebooks/etc

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Yeah I like that combo offer. It adds up over time.

[@lukebull5343]

Congrats on 10 thou! Also this MRE looks great! Nicely done!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you. This is an amazing ride.

[@lukebull5343]

Please keep it up! I always get excited when i see you uploaded a new video!

[@kevyNova123]

I really enjoy your videos, amazing ideas, well explained and demonstrated.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you so much. That’s high praise!

[@dianebondhus9355]

Congratulations on 10,000! 🎉 Amazon is often times hit-or-miss. You can really get stuck with some stinkers when you do Amazon bulk buys. I'm glad yours turned out well. 😁

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you, this is an accomplishment I never thought would happen.

[@Stephen-mw8ze]

I typically do not comment on videos. I have been exploring home made MRE’s for years. It wasn’t until I came across your channel that I actually made a few. Good luck on developing your channel, as I think it helps those who prepare on limited budgets attempt their own MRE’s. Here’s my challenge: a breakfast MRE that meets all of your rules, but has a warm/hot temp entree’ that can also be consumed cold. Pop tarts don’t count!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

This one has been stumping me for a while but I’m gonna do it. I’m completely confident 😳

[@Stephen-mw8ze]

@@dadbudgetadventures First, thanks so much for responding (at all). That you took the time was amazing. Second, I’m excited to see where this challenge and your channel goes in the future. Lastly, I wish you sincere luck with your channel. I truly enjoy your content.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

@Stephen-mw8ze do my best to reply to all comments...for now. It's growing fast so hopefully I can keep at it.

[@Stephen-mw8ze]

@@dadbudgetadventures just wanted you to know your efforts were appreciated from a single dad of two. Keep it!

[@BobWessSPN]

It'd be cool to see what could be put together for a cold-weather one that wouldn't freeze in your backpack in freezing temps.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I have started searching for just that. Hope to have something soon.

[@BobWessSPN]

@@dadbudgetadventures Excited! :D

[@Showard4743]

I second this. I realize this comment is 6 months old, but I am always looking for items that can withstand cold temps or temperature fluctuations.

[@tchiggz9206]

I would like to see more backpack stove with mre. You are definitely on to something.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Gonna do that soon

[@stormireland5806]

It would be wicked cool if you started sending some of your mre’s out to you followers. Great job!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

That might happen in the future. I’ve done giveaways and they can be hard to coordinate but I’m not opposed.

[@jameskelly1680]

Congratulations on hitting 10,000 subscribers. I was looking at hydration. Each of my rations has a hydration pack that has 3 items per meal: a hot drink, a cold drink, and an electrolyte drink. Plus, a few individually wrapped water purification tablets. The hot drinks could be: coffee, hot cocoa, tea, sugar packets, and maybe individual packs of powdered creamer if I could find less than 1000 at a time... lol. I guess I could get a couple at a gas station or 7-11. Cold drinks: I am fond of those lemonade / iced tea packets at Dollar Tree, some of the grape drink or a variety of others. If you don't like artificial sweeteners, Dollar Tree does have an instant iced tea pkg with sugar in it, but it would need to be repackaged into smaller bags. (You should break out the heat sealer and show people how easy it is to make custom mylar bags.) Electrolytes: Liquid IV powder, Emergen-C, Propel powder, Gatorade mix, Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS). Helps replenish electrolytes when medically dehydrated. Potassium, etc. Water purification tablets: now that these are individually wrapped, it's a game changer. Each tablet will do 1 quart of water. If you have 1 or 2 per meal, you are all set for water and don't have to use fuel to boil it. A hydration pack like this will keep you going in any weather, hot or cold. The extra pack of electrolytes will get you back on your feet if it is extremely hot and you get dehydrated. And the water purification tablets will keep you safe if you don't have a safe drinking water source in a disaster. They are lightweight, relatively inexpensive, and last for years. These are great videos. Keep them coming.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Great suggestions! Thanks!

[@jameskelly1680]

@@dadbudgetadventuresNext I gotta add some beef or chicken bullion packets to the hydration pack, like they had in some K-Rations.

[@evankalbach9985]

Are they actually expiry dates or biub dates? I've found that a lot of what we think is a expred date is really a best if used by if in a sealed air free package?

[@dadbudgetadventures]

In this case it’s just a parameter to make my job more interesting

[@albeatuberr]

Wicked video executed the whole thing well and straight to the point congrats on 10k but I feel that's going to go up very quickly buddy top stuff 🤟

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you. Hopefully we will keep growing!

[@chuck830]

The Tang was a nice touch. Will have to put that in my roladex.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

It was much needed

[@garythomson713]

With the ataki cooker. Do you need to use clean water to heat the food? Will using dirty water for heating taint the food and make you sick?

[@dadbudgetadventures]

That’s a good question. I think it really depends on the particulars of the water. It does boil and steam so it seems like it would be fine but the food is exposed to the steam in the cooker. I think that’s a question for someone with a lot more science knowledge than me.

[@richwalter3107]

Thank you, this earned a like and a subscribe. My 10 yro loves to adventure hike when camping. This works into that perfectly

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Awesome! Glad you’re here!

[@tryllyam]

I'm not one for fairly spicy. :-D but it'll certainly help clear out your sinuses. This was a really good video, so thanks again. And here's hoping your camping trip got to happen and that you had a great time. (And to anyone else reading this, Dad Budget is a lot of fun to converse with!)

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thanks! I am responding to this from the campground so it’s happening!

[@WiggysWilderness]

Sir, it took me five years to get to 10K views. You're doing great! Keep up the great work, I'm following this pretty closely to make ready-to-eat meals for hunting camps.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you! I’m glad you’re enjoying the content.

[@shonsadler3817]

We have been making our own MREs for quite a while now and make everything able to make and eat with minimal effort and can be used on the fly. One thing we do is to dehydrate meat and vegetables and seal in a small mylar bag with a bullion cube so that all you have to do is add boiling water and enjoy

[@dadbudgetadventures]

That’s a great idea!

[@SusanP674]

Great content, and congratulations on 10,000 subscribers! Can't wait to see the next video.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you! Glad you’re here.

[@thaddeusmikolajczyk4518]

Congrats on subs. I enjoy your home made meals. Job well done.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you. Much appreciated

[@ShoeManReview]

Congratulations on 10K!! 10.9K right now.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

This is such a crazy ride!

[@fishhead1227]

Dude. This looks so good. I love spicy foods and this would do well for me. Congrats on over 11,000 subscribers!!!!!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you buddy. Miss hanging out.

[@hunterboston9875]

Just found your channel, happy 10k! Great videos!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you!

[@WorldOfWonder66]

Oh that's really nice. I think I am going to be trying some of that. Thank you very much

[@dadbudgetadventures]

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@frankhinkle5772]

Very interesting! We'll look into some of this stuff. Thanks.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thanks! I'm glad you got something out of it

[@missydee862]

Have truly enjoyed all your videos so far! Congratulations as well!!! I’d love to see what you could do with $25 at eBay to build an MRE!!! I was surprised at how many food options there were!!!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I will definitely look into that

[@ElainefromMaine]

Congratulations on 10,000 subscribers. I just joined and love your videos.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you! I’m so glad you’re here.

[@clinte9897]

You make great content, glad I found your channel. Thanks for all your hard work! Keep it coming

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you so much. Kind words like this keep me motivated.

[@clinte9897]

@@dadbudgetadventures hey have you ever made a packaging video? I have a ton of 1 gallon Mylar bags for storage of grains rice etc, and a bunch of O2 absorbers. It be cool to see if you vacuum seal it and how u make labels!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I have not. I’ll probably explore that down the line.

[@DelleMemphis]

Hey…you’re the one who swiped my itaki!!!! 🤣🤣 Fun video, I love my electric lunchbox.I use at work almost daily and it has been an absolute lifesaver. I liked the tamales also, cooked in the itaki at my office. The cooker and tamales are wife approved!!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Only one of them. It certainly got the job done

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Only one of them. It certainly got the job done

[@wretchedmess]

Great video- The sodium is a real challenge in these types of meals; regular MRE's range from around 1200mg (veg lasagna)-2700 mg (meatballs/marinara) of sodium per meal, so you are right in the range with your menus. They do make low-sodium versions, however. Those Yammy snacks might be better with some honey if you'd include a packet or two.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

That’s a great idea. Someone else suggested syrup packs. I’m good with them as they are but others would definitely need something extra.

[@jeffbrown9648]

Another good video, so glad I found your channel. I believe I've seen the hot chocolate mix at Dollar tree before. They change products so much its hard to say.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you. I’m so glad you enjoyed it. It’s pretty amazing stuff.

[@TimLewallen]

That Abuelita hot chocolate is the stuff! If you are wanting to add cheese, I know Velveeta is available in small retort pouches as well.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I thought about that after I said it. Hate that I didn’t have some to add.

[@TimLewallen]

@@dadbudgetadventures Tortillas, refried beans and rice in pouches along with that Velveeta have been a camping staple of mine for a while.

[@daggerv]

You're right about 10k! Congrats!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you. This is exciting!

[@tryllyam]

I know I commented already, but it's buried somewhere down below. Here's hoping the weather didn't shorten your trip! And guess what? I was surprised by the offer of a bag lunch from our local Jobs and Family Services van yesterday. When I got around to checking it out, it was almost like one of your MREs! Bumble Bee chicken salad kit, Great Value Mountain Trail Mix individual pack, Great Value chewy granola bar, pudding cup and a bottle of water. Not super, duper healthy, but also not super unhealthy either. Two of the items met your expiration requirements and the other two expired in September. (The water didn't have one). And it all hovered at around 60 g of carbs, so the insulin load was okay for a diabetic. I was pretty chuffed.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

They just confirmed that I’m not completely insane with this concept! Thanks for telling me about that

[@tryllyam]

@@dadbudgetadventuresI thought you'd get a kick out of it.

[@cantstartafire]

Great channel, outstanding production quality, well presented. You’ll be 50k in no time. Sub’d!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you so much. I hope so

[@neutronjack7399]

I am a fairly new subscriber, so your videos are showing up in my KZbin feed in no particular order. That said, I think you have done enough of these that you could probably do a "Best of" video. (I hope you have been taking notes on your videos.) In your "Best of" video, you would give us your opinion of the best three; entrees, sides, snacks, desserts and drinks, pulled from your previous videos. Then you could give us your opinion of the three easiest MRE's to assemble, the most expensive and the cheapest. At the end you would tell us which MRE's you thought were the best.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Sounds like a great idea!

[@williamstewart1883]

Love the Mexican theme on this one.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thanks! I loved it too!

[@shannonrinehart4635]

In the future, if you could also provide the links to the products you are talking about, (food) especially since they are on Amazon it would be appreciated. Thank!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I might start doing that. Great suggestion

[@gregvanderboom5011]

Hi, just subscribed to your channel. Everybody doesn't have access to the military commissary, but it would be interesting to see what MRE you could come up with from just one area of the international food aisle... An Asian MRE, a German MRE, a Spanish MRE or a UK MRE entry. Thank you for the video, I enjoyed seeing what you assembled and the taste test. Keep up the great content.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Sounds like a great challenge!

[@jayneubauer3401]

After spending 24 years in the Infantry, and eating the MRE's from the mid-80's until the 2000's, I REALLY appreciate the more "tailored" palette of your meals. Another real bonus is that these are MUCH cheaper than the off the shelf, pre packaged offerings, whether mil surplus or some of the civilian meals. The one shortfall I see is the shelf life compared to the others. But, again, they are cheaper, and can be rotated until they can't....

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I remember when they would practically give away rations. Now they are a high demand item. The ones I make are meant more for short term disaster relief or outdoor adventures and aren’t really intended for long term stockpiling. It’s really more of an exploration of what’s out there and available.