Freeze Dried Food
Freeze-dried food is an excellent solution for emergency preparedness and camping. With long shelf lives, rich flavors, and easy preparation, it’s no wonder that more and more families and businesses are choosing freeze-dried food. Total Prepare has been bringing freeze-dried food to Canadians since 2012, expanding our selection to include vegetarian, non-GMO, and gluten-free options.
Meet the Brands:
We test all our freeze-dried food brands in-house and only offer products that we would personally include in our own emergency kits. Here’s a quick summary of Total Prepare’s favorites:
- Legacy Food: While not as well-known as some of its counterparts, Legacy is our go-to recommendation. With large serving sizes, high-quality food, and flavorful menus, it’s easy to see why! Legacy food also includes gluten-free options, is non-GMO, and has no added MSG.
- ReadyWise: In an emergency, water and fuel can be critical. Each pouch of ReadyWise freeze-dried food requires less water and fuel to cook than the competition. The meals are tasty, and the pouch sizes are perfect for individuals or those eating smaller portions.
- Augason Farms: Known for their large, economical meal kits and excellent fruit and vegetable offerings, Augason Farms has been in the preparedness space since 1972. Augason Farms pails boast the lowest cost per pound – rivaling even large bulk packages from other brands.
- Total Prepare: We offer our own branded line of freeze-dried food. These products include fruits, veggies, meats, cheese, and eggs, all freeze-dried right here in Canada! We use only the highest quality ingredients, and it shows in every bite.
How long will freeze-dried food last?
Food typically becomes unsafe to eat due to two factors: moisture and air. These elements create an environment where bacteria can grow and contaminate the food. The freeze-drying process removes all moisture from the food, and special packaging keeps it sealed in a space free of oxygen.
Thanks to these precautions, freeze-dried food can last up to 30 years if stored under the correct conditions. Most of the foods at Total Prepare have shelf lives of 25 years, with any variance or specific storage conditions listed on individual product pages.
How is food freeze-dried?
Freeze-dried food is created through a process called sublimation. Food is frozen and placed in a strong vacuum, where the water within the food turns straight from ice to vapor, skipping the liquid state and preserving the food.
Professionally freeze-dried food is usually packaged in mylar bags that are resistant to oxygen, moisture, and light. An oxygen absorber – a small pouch that removes oxygen from its immediate environment – is packed with the food. Just before the package is sealed, it is flushed with nitrogen to ensure that as little oxygen as possible remains with the food.
Is freeze-dried food healthy?
Freeze-dried food retains almost all the nutritional value of the original food. Manufacturers strive to use the best quality ingredients to ensure that their meals and sides are as healthy as possible.
Because salt is a natural preservative, freeze-dried food is often high in sodium. If you require a low-sodium diet, we recommend choosing ingredients that do not have added salt, such as fruits, vegetables, and meats. Alternatively, you can package your own dry ingredients using mylar bags and oxygen absorbers.
Freeze Dried Cauliflower 100g
$33.95Delicious Freeze-Dried Cauliflower, now in a 100 gram bag! It’s a perfect addition to any kit, or as an easy and delicious add-on for at-home meals.
No preservatives, just good ol’ cauliflower. 100 grams of freeze dried products is a little over 11 cups, and equivalent to about 1.5kg of fresh produce.
Freeze Dried Broccoli 100g
$34.95Delicious Freeze-Dried Broccoli, now in a 100 gram bag! It’s a perfect addition to any kit, or as an easy and delicious add-on for at-home meals.
To rehydrate, add dry during the last 5-10 minutes of cooking soups and stews that have sufficient amounts of broth, or hydrate by soaking for 5 to 10 minutes in a generous amount of hot water. After that, drain the excess water and you’re ready to go!
1 lb of freeze dried broccoli, once rehydrated, equals approximately 13 lbs of fresh prepared broccoli.
Freeze Dried Mango 300g
$49.95Delicious Freeze-Dried Mango, now in a 300 gram bag! It’s a perfect addition to any kit, or as an easy and delicious add-on for at-home meals.
Eat dry on its own, in trail mix, or as a topping for cereals and desserts. Hydrate by soaking in water for 5 minutes, then drain and enjoy!
300g of freeze dried mango is equivalent to about 1.8kg of fresh fruit!
Freeze Dried Raspberries 300g
$94.95Delicious Freeze-Dried Raspberries, now in a 300 gram bag! They’re a perfect addition to any kit, or as an easy and delicious add-on for at-home meals.
Hydrate by soaking for 5 minutes in hot or cold water, and then drain. Alternatively, eat them dry as a tasty treat, in a trail mix, or with cereals and desserts for a crunchy topping! Freeze dried food is very lightweight, so 300 grams is equivalent to about 2.1 kg of fresh fruit!
Freeze-Dried Strawberries 200g
$54.95200g of delicious Freeze-Dried Strawberries! Ideal for emergency kits, food storage, or as a naturally sweet, lightweight snack. Rehydrate in 5 minutes or enjoy the satisfying crunch as is. With a high rehydration yield (200g = over 8 cups), they’re perfect for camping, hiking, and travel.
Freeze Dried Blueberries 300g
$79.95Delicious Freeze-Dried Blueberries, now in a 300 gram bag! They’re a perfect addition to any kit, or as an easy and delicious snack.
Eat them dry on their own for a healthy snack, in trail mix, cereal, or desserts. To hydrate, just soak in water for 5 minutes then drain.
Freeze Dried Ice Cream Sandwich Bites
$10.95Enjoy delicious and rich Freeze Dried Ice Cream Sandwich Bites anytime and anywhere – no need to lug a heavy cooler around with you!
These bites are perfect for camping, backpacking, snacks at home, or as an tasty addition to your existing food supplies to ensure you have some comforts available in any scenario. They’re safe and ready-to-eat straight out of the pouch, and with a 5-year shelf life they’ll always be there when you want them!
Freeze Dried Salt Water Taffy
$9.95Looking for a delicious, flavourful, and crunchy snack? Look no further! Freeze-Dried Salt Water Taffy are a yummy new take on the classic candy that packs a brand-new texture and an intensified flavour as compared to the original.
Freeze-Dried Salt Water Taffy is lightweight, extremely portable, and makes a great addition to any camping trip, hike, or other outdoor pursuit. You can even consider packing them in with your emergency kit; with a 5-year shelf life, this Taffy will always be there when you want it!
Freeze Dried Mozzarella Cheese 500g
$58.95Delicious Canadian Freeze-Dried Mozzarella Shredded Cheese – now in a 500-gram bag! It’s a perfect addition to any kit, or an easy and delicious add-on for at-home meals. Very simple to rehydrate, and it also makes a great crunchy snack.
A 500g bag is equivalent to 1.06kg of fresh cheese, or
Freeze Dried Shredded Mozzarella 175g
$22.95Delicious Canadian Freeze-Dried Mozzarella Shredded Cheese, now in a 175 gram bag! It’s a perfect addition to any kit, or an easy and delicious add-on for at-home meals.
Very easy to rehydrate, freeze-dried shredded Mozzarella also makes a great crunchy snack. 175g of freeze dried cheese is about 3.6 cups.
Powdered Eggs 500g – 100% Whole Egg Crystals
$63.95Our 500g Powdered Eggs are made from 100% whole egg crystals. Ideal for emergency kits, at-home meals, and baking, it’s a versatile and delicious option. Just mix with water and use as regular eggs!
To reconstitute one egg, mix 1.5 tablespoons of Egg Crystals with 1.5 tablespoons of cold water. Use where you would usually use egg in baking or cooking!
Powdered Eggs 212g – 100% Whole Egg Crystals
$31.95Our 212g Powdered Eggs are made from 100% whole egg crystals. Ideal for emergency kits, at-home meals, and baking, it’s a versatile and delicious option. Just mix with water and use as regular eggs!
To reconstitute one egg, mix 1.5 tablespoons of Egg Crystals with 1.5 tablespoons of water. Cook or bake with them as you would fresh eggs. Videos below!
Dehydrated Mashed Potatoes
$51.95Dehydrated Mashed Potatoes provides over 8,000 Calories in just one #10 can – that’s over 1600 calories per pound of delicious and smooth mashed potatoes! Add these to your emergency food storage or your pantry – with a 15-year shelf life, they’ll always be ready whether you need them for an emergency or a busy day with no time for dinner prep.
Instant Powdered Milk
$53.95Instant Powdered Skim Milk is a delicious way to bolster your nutritional intake; with a 20 year shelf life, it’ll always be ready when you want it!
Once prepared, this 100% Canadian milk can be used for drinking, baking, cooking, and rehydrating other freeze-dried meals. Additionally, milk’s high calcium content helps keep your body strong so that you have the energy and capacity to respond to any emergency.
Augason Farms 6 Month Emergency Food Supply
$2,029.951,827 calories per day for 180 days, for a total of 328,860 calories.
Delicious easy-to-prepare emergency food, all packed in easily transportable and watertight 7-gallon pails. This incredible food kit has over 175 pounds of compact just-add-water meals. That’s a lot of food! Includes 3 meals a day plus snacks and drinks. It can be disaster preparedness insurance for cabins, boats, or even to put in your vehicle. With an up to 20 year shelf life, the Augason Farms 6 Month Emergency Food Supply is the perfect choice for both long-term storage and daily meals.
Augason Farms 3 Month Emergency Food Supply
$1,024.951,827 calories per day for 90 days, for a total of 164,430 calories.
Delicious easy-to-prepare emergency food for 1 person, or a family of 3 for one month, all packed in easily transportable and watertight 7-gallon pails. This incredible food kit has over 87 pounds of compact just-add-water meals. That’s a lot of food! Includes 3 meals a day plus snacks and drinks. It can be disaster preparedness insurance for cabins, boats, or even to put in your vehicle. With an up to 20 year shelf life, the Augason Farms 3 Month Emergency Food Supply is the perfect choice for both long-term storage and daily meals.