Foods That Last "Forever"

Honey
Honey never really goes bad.  The consistency and color can change.  Many honey harvesters say that when honey crystallizes it can be re-heated and used.  Honey’s low water content, is not a friendly environment for microorganisms.

Salt
Indispensable mineral.  Although prone to absorbing moisture, it’s shelf life is indefinite.  

Sugar
Life would be so boring without sugar.  Much like salt, sugar is also prone to absorbing moisture, but this problem can be eradicated by adding some rice granules into the storage container.


Wheat
Wheat is a major part of the diet for over 1/3 of the world.  Wheat protein, when balanced by other foods that supply certain amino acids such as lysine, is an efficient protein. 

Dried corn
Essentially, dried corn can be substituted for any recipe that calls for fresh corn.  

Baking soda
This multi-purpose prep is a must have for long term storage. It has many uses:  teeth cleaner, household cleaner, dish cleaner, laundry detergent booster, leavening agent for baked goods, tarnish remover.

Non-carbonated soft drinks
Although many of us prefer carbonated beverages, over time the sugars break down and the drink flavor is altered.  Non-carbonated beverages stand a longer test of time. , Gatorade, juices, bottled water.

White rice
White rice is a major staple item that preppers like to put away because it’s a great source for calories, cheap and has a long shelf life.  If properly stored this popular food staple can last 30 years or more.

Bouillon products
Because bouillon products contain large amounts of salt, the product is preserved.  

Powdered milk – in nitrogen packed cans
Powdered milk can last indefinitely, however, it is advised to prolong it’s shelf life by either repackaging it for longer term storage, or placing it in the freezer.  If the powdered milk develops an odor or has turned a yellowish tint, it’s time to discard.