Have you ever wondered what kind of food can be taken away to the country or to put in the closet and forget for a couple of years? From which products can be "emergency reserve" in case of emergency? We have good news. Some even familiar and loved by many products can remain fresh and edible for more than 5, 10, or even 20 years.
About the products that were virtually "immortal," he says AdMe.ru.
1. Instant coffee
Coffee - one of the most popular beverages in the world, the production of instant coffee is almost half of the green fruit. With the granules will be all right when stored between 2 and 20 years. Much less stored roasted grains: whole - from 6 months to 3 years, ground - from 3 months to 2 years. Be particularly careful of coffee should be protected from moisture and high temperatures.
2. dried apples
Apple chips - a healthy and tasty snack option. They "survive" without loss of taste 6-12 months at room temperature in a temperate climate, and in hot and humid climates - in the freezer. In this case, it is believed that the apple slices will be quite edible, and after 3 years.
3. vanilla extract
Pure vanilla extract, which contains a considerable amount of alcohol may be used indefinitely. Only need to bottle it was tightly closed, and stood in the closet, where no light penetrates. In this case, imitation vanilla extract stored only 5 years old.
4. Tea
High-quality loose leaf tea in their original packaging can be without problems remain fit 1.5-2 years when stored in a dark, cool and dry place. About the same "lifetime" from the bags. But do not put the tea in the freezer - Condensation may occur.
If stored properly at the end of 2 years, the tea leaves are unlikely to go bad, but gradually begin to lose flavor and taste. By the way, it is believed that some varieties are the most delicious Puer only 60 years after the acquisition.
5. biscuits
Biscuits - crispy biscuits dry, main ingredient water and flour. In different countries put them in soldiers' rations used in many camping trips and in the Navy, where due to moisture quickly deteriorate ordinary bread. Biscuits weigh little, contain a lot of calories and can remain edible 20-30 years. Of them can make a lot of dishes - from sandwiches to dessert, and "stuffing" for the soup.
6. bouillon cubes
Hard to believe, but bouillon cubes appeared in the XVIII century. Today, they are made from a mixture of dehydrated vegetable, meat or vegetable broth, salt, fat, sodium glutamate and some spices. Thanks to this composition with them nothing will happen in 2 years. Then everything will depend on the appearance and smell after opening the package. Theoretically, you can try to make a broth and Dice older than 5 years.
Travelers and "survivalist" especially appreciate bouillon cubes for multi-tasking. After seasoning can be used as a basis for soup, add the meat, pasta, vegetables or rice.
7. Peas
Dried peas useful for soup, cereal or side dish. It can be put in an ordinary bag in the closet and forget almost 5 years. But it can be stored for two decades and more, if it lies in a sealed container, vacuum-packed or with an oxygen scavenger.
8. Corn starch
The starch is used to make puddings, sauces, creams and more. And it can stay fresh for years to come, if it is to stand on a dark shelf. The packaging must be securely closed to prevent the entry into the moisture and dust.
9. lyophilized products
Lyophilization in the food industry - is drying in vacuo the frozen products. Thanks to her, practically unchanged flavor, nutrient content and food form. But most importantly - significantly increases the shelf life without preservatives. For example, many people love frozen strawberries, but it is better to eat a maximum of one year. After drying in vacuo, it will be as fresh 10-15 years, sometimes longer.
Another good example - cheese. Just bought cheddar will lie in the refrigerator for a maximum of a week, and after lyophilization, it will remain on for 10 years. By the way, the food at such freezing can be eaten in its pure form, and add in cooking.
10. Baking soda
Soda is used in a variety of fields - from cooking and cleaning to pyrotechnics and medicine. Sometimes on the pack indicates the shelf life of the products (12 months), but dry soda can stand for decades. And it will not affect its quality.
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