MRE Review: Long Range Patrol Food Packet (LRP) Menu No.8

***Sorry for any confusion. Obviously I means to say gundog4314 (not 4313)!
A BIG thank you goes out to KZbinr gundog4314 for sending this to me to review!
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This is a U.S. military Food Packet, Long Range Patrol (LRP). It is Menu No.8, Spaghetti With Meat Sauce, and was packaged in 2011. These new versions of LRPs replace older LRRP (Long Range Recon Patrol) rations, and they are also designed to replace MCWs (Meal, Cold Weather). LRPs are very similar to MREs, and use some of the same components. The main difference is that the main entree in these is freeze-dried and needs to be reconstituted with hot water before eating. MREs are "ready-to-eat" and don't require any real heating/cooking/preparation before eating. It doesn't contain a lot of components, but the freeze-dried entree gives you more than twice the amount of food as a regular 8 ounce MRE entree. I thought the spaghetti was very good. If you prefer freeze-dried food to the canned food taste you get with MREs this might be better. I like the fact that it tastes slightly different (not necessarily better or worse) than the typical MRE pasta taste (which is usually very much like a canned, prepared sort of taste.
Food Packet, Long Range Patrol (LRP)
Menu No.8 Spaghetti With Meat Sauce
-Spaghetti With Meat Sauce (Freeze Dried)
-Vegetable Crackers
-Chocolate Peanut Spread
-Nut Raisin Mix
-Plain M&Ms
-Orange Beverage Base Powder
-LRP Accessory Pack (Instant Coffee, Creamer, Sugar, Salt, Chewing Gum, Matches, Moist Towelette, Toilet Paper (2)

[@boogiestreet594]

People only watch these as they love the sounds of the packaging and papers

[@pk4ever28]

what the fuck am i doing with my life!

[@muiemily173]

Watching an MRE video.

[@edwardsanderson7763]

+Mui Emily Not MRE, LRP

[@capotrish]

lol

[@quadgod8111]

when my grandpa served in Vietnam he said that you could trade the hot sauce for a half a pack of cigs BC the food was so shit you needed as much hot sauce as you could get

[@Linoone264]

your grandpa sounds like a badass

[@sakuraflower2657]

+TruewoC same here

[@gundog4314]

Great review as always. As far as the ration not having a ton of stuff in, I assure you if you eat a pound of spaghetti it fills you up pretty good!

[@gschultz9]

I couldn't agree more gundog. Thank you once again!

[@danielburgosfrez9048]

Hey gun dog love your vídeos could you send me a mre never had one and love to tr y one

[@crossxfuse]

i've watched your videos before like a year ago, and now i'm watching them again. they are very addicting

[@TanoTap12432]

crossxfuse same

[@keeganduncan578]

You could mix the M&Ms with the nut and raisin mix to make trail mix

[@therideneverends1697]

OH MY GOD YOU CAN! seriously that dawned on me as suddenly as a brick flying through a window

[@therideneverends1697]

the compaq nerd no

[@darthvoltaius]

+the mre nerd what the fuck?

[@themrenerd7384]

The Driver Idk, i wrote that in 2014

[@branbeelotus]

These are going to replace my kids brown paper bag lunches

[@KimKim-ud3dt]

It'd be hilarious to come to school with one of those and just casually cook it lol

[@jameshersom2536]

+Kim Kim my friend did it in 6th grade he had beef stew. he skipped recess to eat

[@trishoconnor2169]

+Lotus Bee They're sort of a grown-up Lunchable!

[@capotrish]

lol

[@amoniousbt1110]

i find these videos relaxing i think its just the calm way you explain everything and all the plastic bag crackling... great vids

[@highwatertech1965]

I like the crunching and the sort of protective, small amount of food, huddleing thing he does.

[@fixman88]

Found your page from Gundog4314. Subscribed. I got some Vegetable Crackers and Vanilla Pound Cakes from the same place my housemate got his case of MREs. I also have one of the current MRE long spoons and one of the tiny Tabasco Sauce bottles from another MRE a few years ago. I had to order more of the pound cakes from another supplier because the previous one didn't carry them individually anymore. Shame. I love your videos; keep them coming! Regards.

[@VacantEagle]

I've seen this a thousand times but still don't get tired of it

[@EwanMacNeilage]

Why are your videos so compelling? I can chain watch these for hours. When I was young my Dad used to trade some lobsters he caught for a few boxes of British Army rations from some Marines on exercise in the area, I remember I used to like the cinnamon fruit crackers a lot, and the chocolate was good too.

[@Madriel_]

Glad to see you're still putting out vids man. I stop by every so often and binge on all the vids I've missed.

[@meaganisamermaid]

I’ve been searching for your channel!!! I was obsessed with your channel as a kid.

[@HoopThrowbacks19272]

SAME HERE!! I saw another channel who does the same thing but he isn’t the O.G like this channel. I remember watching this video when I was in elementary school and now I’m a sophomore in college 😭

[@fluffzone6100]

These are seriously great videos. Can't explain why, but I enjoy them, thank you :)

[@JazonCalderon]

In a span of 4 hours I went from watching videos about the study of the universe to videos about MREs/LRPs. Great videos though, really appreciate knowing about this things.

[@Andovarius]

Nice video once again. Great comparison information at the beginning. Very thorough.

[@gschultz9]

Thank you for saying so. I realize that a lot of people just want to see the MRE opened and eaten, which would make for a much shorter video. While most of mine are longer than I'd like them to be, I do always try to give some information that I think would be helpful.

[@MrHeem94]

Looking in my records, that mre is about 8 million years old...but dont let that stop you from eating it....ooops, too late.

[@VacantEagle]

Im so glad someone does these I didn't realize the military feeds you pretty well

[@programmedwrong3795]

Don't know why I was so fascinated with this video... the crunching, the liquids. However, the food looked like it could put you in a diabetic coma, or at least a bad tummy ache.

[@deronbennett8545]

Amanda I love u boo Deron

[@Teapot72]

Your voice is soo calming It makes the video so much better

[@xbvy848]

Dude your channel is amazing, how didn't I know of it earlier

[@Br00dje]

whenever I see these packages I think of a lone soldier in the woods surviving on just a pack of m&m's lol

[@haylomadeit]

Lol

[@frogicornity]

Same

[@TTGLKami]

LOL

[@onegg04]

why am I so fascinated watching these?

[@ashleymarie7849]

This is the best MRE package I ever seen!

[@nicoman360]

Why do i love watching these mre reviews... am i alone?

[@danjames8912]

Great review man!

[@williamsi9833]

Honestly this looks amazing

[@nunyabiznez4408]

I like these reviews. The Chocolate peanut spred reminds me of something that you're not supposed to eat and doesn't seem to go with vegetable crackers, but w/e.

[@nicolas5536]

Call me weird, but am i the only one who things these MRE's and LRP's look delicious AF!

[@Harry-zc4gm]

IKR

[@nicolas5536]

too bad they are so expensive ;_;

[@dc5king101]

+Nico detmig MRE are 10.00$

[@nicolas5536]

+Troy Daugherty they might be in amarica but as it is illigal to sell in denmark i have to pay a lot of money for shipping:/

[@nicolas5536]

+Nico detmig america lol

[@lekoman]

Cozeen is a moisture barrier additive they use on nuts to help preserve them and keep them from sticking together.

[@ALPINE_M4GTS]

These vids are so satisfying

[@sextynineable]

"hot sauce is your best friend" quote damn near every soldier who's ever eaten that shit

[@nawal10]

Very interesting review..my stomach isn't strong enough for such food

[@UnknownAlien475]

I don't like to watch these kinds of videos because they are boring, but it is oddly satisfying.

[@logancullison4307]

Those hazelnut spreads are delicious. I go over to my dads friends house and he has thousands of those and we enjoy them every time we come over.

[@shiblets]

It's interesting to see name brand things in these. It was also cool to see they make a vegetarian one!

[@netrioter]

cozeen is a moisture barrier coating...to keep the nuts from going stale and to keep the raisins moist.

[@zhanayajones1238]

Keep up the good vids!

[@garlandragland]

Cozeen is a natural coating that creates a moisture barrier elastic film around food which extends shelf-life and also makes the outside of things look better. It's especially used to coat nuts.

[@kickinbackinOC]

Thanks for the vid!

[@turtlebuttmudd]

God... These MRE videos always make me so incredibly hungry

[@5thkiechannel]

they don't taste very good. also really high in carbs to energize you for the battle, so it's not EXACTLY a regular meal.

[@thedriza297]

no they dont at all taste good besides your regular candy items and maybe a dessert. so i cant figure out why people wanna search high and low for them unless you are on you tube filming them.

[@ronnie1653]

Thanks to Crazy Russian Hacker, I cant stop watching these kinds of videos. idk why I'm obsessed lol

[@lilbogus]

same help me

[@hannahheal354]

same

[@kobbytaylor4482]

same i need help

[@DavidVega-tc8hi]

same

[@themeowerschannel4159]

That and an old smosh video made me start watching these

[@PyrahlEpsyLeaderTM]

Anyone else find these very satisfying, especially when he pours the drink or stirs the spaghetti?

[@sunnyskies9680]

Alot of people here think the same.

[@unholypreist6731]

I’ve watched every single one of steve1989’s videos and now I’m going to watch every single one of your videos 😂

[@DJsquared100]

Cozeen is essentially an edible shellac that is used to coat nuts (usually) to keep them from absorbing moisture and going rancid.

[@gschultz9]

Thank you. A few people have mentioned this since the video went up. I had no idea. I guess it's true that you learn something new every day!

[@wallecoyoty]

They sure dont make it easy to open, huh? LOL Cool vids. Im new to your channel but like it.

[@melissalloyd4140]

Hi! i just subed and im gonna get my first MRE on monday my first one ever and im very excited.

[@gschultz9]

Thanks for the sub, and I hope you enjoy the MRE!

[@melissalloyd4140]

thanks and NP

[@ludahfang559]

If you roll the squeeze packets between both your hands they mix better together and makes it so much easier to spread.

[@takaogibson]

The packet is lighter compared to regular MREs. I had few of these in Afghanistan. Thanks for the video.

[@ahmedrashid523]

Nice video bro thank you

[@ReclusiveMountainMan]

They don't really give you much toilet paper for a long range patrol. I'd hoard those. LoL Especially after seeing that chocolate peanut butter.

[@Waterflame]

"Cozeen™ 303 N is a slightly yellow colored solution with a viscous consistency. This product is a natural coating with excellent moisture barrier properties, and it is slightly more hydrophobic than a simple ZEIN film. Cozeen™ 303 N is used in the food and beverage industry as a coating for nutmeats, including walnuts and pecans. This product will provide a shiny, nutritious coating to nuts and candies and prevents candies from sticking."

[@jackstevens6263]

Lrrp rations are freeze dried for weight reasons. If you will be out for a long time, you need to carry more. You can acquire water as needed.

[@anasosa1296]

That looked delicious

[@repetey]

Great videos BTW.

[@theshortnerd4219]

Best MRE youtuber!

[@Armyassasin455]

Last summer i found your channel and in a week i was begging my parents for an mre. Luckily there was a military surplus store close and i tried one. Ive had i think 3 and hope to continue on to 4. My favorite is the beef stew with like the vegetables and coffee. What is your favorite if you have one.

[@squeeze511]

M&M's always looked like that coming out of MRE. I had some like that back in the 90's. Tabasco used to come in little bottles.

[@ThePLAsticBoxxx]

In the cute little bottles ...lol

[@bartmaster1234]

I bought a couple of four year old MRE's from a guy, he said it was sitting in the Iraquian sun for two months. When I got to the M&M's they literally came out as powder.

[@LewisCho]

Tabasco is back in little bottles again! :D

[@narutorasengantube]

i really wanna eat these for some reason

[@case9903]

Sla Mor Me too xD my mom would think i'm crazy if order one :P

[@Deathsamurai]

You must have a lot of those coffee packets laying around somewhere :D

[@cwehbe]

Vegetable crackers and chocolate peanut spread... they didn't exactly think about matching food when they pack them.

[@felwinter-1943]

I find them very fun and satyisfying

[@petermXD]

God ive never thought about it but now i rly want to eat these

[@amayadamian2872]

It actually looks good

[@Mr.56Goldtop]

You would think that they would make the entree bag resealable so if you wanted to you could eat only half, close it up, and eat the rest later.

[@maxwellssilverhammer]

This was my favorite by far. "Who's got some jalapeno cheese spread to trade for this chocolate peanut spread?"

[@mcjohnston2010]

Cozeen is a coating they put on some nuts to prevent sticking

[@anastasianugent2966]

Nice job!!!!!!!!

[@Bentkey_entertainment]

This would make a good ASMR video.

[@0rtmasta]

"Cozeen" 303 N is a slightly yellow colored solution with a viscous consistency. This product is a natural coating with excellent moisture barrier properties, and it is slightly more hydrophobic than a simple ZEIN film. Cozeen™ 303 N is used in the food and beverage industry as a coating for nutmeats, including walnuts and pecans. This product will provide a shiny, nutritious coating to nuts and candies and prevents candies from sticking.

[@andrewhedrick1612]

Cozeen is a moisture protective "natural" coating formerly marketed by Flo Chemical Corp/Freeeman Industries

[@101stsurvivor]

I don't think the peanut butter would freeze as the oil would prevent it from doing so. However i could be wrong.

[@stormchaser8472]

looks tasty!

[@larapatel1468]

Did you realize on the spaghetti and meat sauce you cut of the ziploc part to close the bag for when it cooks!

[@scacs2577]

it doesnt really matter

[@snuffles_au]

The main meal - the packaging looked to have a ziplock seal along the top? Those are very useful, it seemed a waste to see it torn to shreds

[@lionking4858]

Looks good

[@Steverino322]

Man, those damn manufacture dates. Every other video I think I get it, then in the next I'm confused again. Also, I like how they put the tabasco in a packet instead of the tiny bottle in this, I bet that helps it keep from congealing as bad.

[@gschultz9]

I'm planning on putting up a video explaining the date codes, but it's not going to be anything too interesting and it's taking me forever to get around to it.

[@bigbigyeti13]

The Julian calendar might help you...

[@Crafter1992]

I'm guessing these are made dry because they are made to be taken on long patrols. Patrols where you have to carry everything on you ranging from your weapon and ammo to extra socks and radio batteries. If they were to use MREs that would add a lot of weight to the meal.

[@landoguzman8818]

that looks good

[@Jase_]

I wonder if the m&ms are for the nuts and raisins to make trail mix

[@kendon81]

with been freeze dried they are lighter so would be preferable for a long range patrol where you have to bring all your food with you and may not have a resupply point.

[@ErikJensenDetroit]

The LRP rations are likely lighter weight, which is definitely going to be a factor on long patrols in challenging terrain.

[@jenniesdogkai5950]

Good video I subbed :)

[@carter199012]

do you know where I can buy full LRP meals? I know epicenter sells entrees but what about full meals? thank you so much I do appreciate it!

[@Anomaly188]

The powder is probably recrystallized sugar that seeped out from the chocolate through the cracks in the shells.

[@gregfairy4428]

Cozeen is a preservative coating on the fruit and nuts.

[@littlesmallworld123]

cozeen is a moisture barrier so prevents even further chance of mold growth (:

[@JenniferinIllinois]

Is it wrong to hear Steve saying 'Nice hiss' when you opened the freeze dried pack? Hehehe...

[@respiir]

I must say those m&ms had a surprising amount of color on them to be 3 years old

[@QoVoCGaming]

The food actually does look pretty good. Not gonna lie, makes me want to get an MRE.

[@jaidaaas]

this is a better meal then I get in school

[@ashleymumpower5089]

I would rather eat mre's than school lunch TBH. yeah, my schools lunch is THAT bad.

[@ellasnow3575]

I think everyone can say that lol

[@amtra1778]

+EllaSnow tbh I enjoyed the elementary and middle school cafeteria food, filled me up enough and was pretty decent. however the food I get in HS now is absolute shit and is more of a light snack than a goddamn breakfast or lunch.

[@TheGalgamore]

+Ashley Nicole I'd probably rather eat this than what my High School served too, school food in general usually sucks

[@deooresma9184]

the spaghetti looks good NICE

[@theresidentone]

The chocolate peanut spread would go well with the nut raisin mix

[@jacobthornton3526]

(I'm commenting this before the video is over) I think the nut and raisin thing is supposed to be mixed with the m&ms to make trail mix

[@allysonyoung7439]

do you keep the other things like the coffee and the gum and stuff?I mean like not the toilet paper but everything else.

[@nixxthefox]

"I'm sure there's gonna be some comments about this, but... it's chocolate peanut butter." I didn't think of it as that until NOW.

[@regulus69]

You did eat a little bit of pasta near the end, but did you eat all of it?

[@repetey]

I read that LRPs are designed to be lighter for ease of carrying.

[@gschultz9]

That makes sense.

[@tommytatt]

Good video