I have to admit that I was skeptical of something called “Yoders Beef Chunks“, but after opening the can and trying it out, my reservations have been thrown out the window.
Like most canned meats, Yoders wasn’t much to look at straight from the can. But I did notice plenty of well textured meat and globs of natural fats, both containing important nutrients for survival. Yoders comes fully cooked and doesn’t require re-heating to eat, so my curiosity got the best of me. Before heating it up on the stove, I popped a piece into my mouth to see how it was, and i’m happy to say that both the texture and the taste were fantastic… though a little cold.
After getting over my initial surprise, it didn’t take long to heat the 28 oz. (1 lb.) can of beef on the stove. I also added a few spices to the mix, kicking up the flavor a bit, though it didn’t really need it in the first place. Once heated, I could see that there was more than enough beef and broth here for a single person or a single meal. And that’s a good thing for those that don’t plan on surviving alone.
Served alongside rice to add a bit of starch, Yoders was a welcome treat for my belly on an icy day. And because it’s full of important proteins, salts, and natural fats needed for survival, I wouldn’t be too worried about being underfed or under nourished during a major disaster or Zombie outbreak, as long as I have a few cans of this stashed away in my cupboards.
With a shelf-life of 10+ years, Yoders Canned Beef Chunks is a safe bet for anyone wanting to start or boost up their emergency food storage, not to mention their everyday pantry.
One thing to keep in mind is that Yoders Beef, like many canned foods, doesn’t contain a key or pull-tab for easy open. You’ll need a can opener or at least a pointy rock to get at the tasty meat inside.
nice. it doesn’t look that bad heated up. Good to know. I was always wary of buying this sort of thing because you just never know. This is going on my shopping list for sure.
Thanks again for all the info you provide us.
A couple of months ago I visited the ‘Preparedness Expo’ held in Hinckly, NC. I had the opportunity to try various products and was pleased when i tasted the Yoder’s brand Bacon. I did not see or try the chunked beef. Beef chunks would make a great addition to anyone’s preps. One can in a pot with some water add an onion, veggies and a few potatoes and you got a hearty beef stew
They also have canned bacon! HELLOOOOO bacon! Yoders, an Amish family tradition. Don’t fuck with the Amish. I just learned that, damn Amish Mafia!
In an emergency situation you only need about 2 ounces of protein a day, maybe more for a large man, but not a ton more. This can you probably be enough protein for 7 people for one day. You can fill up on other items that are less costly, like rice and beans, and leave something nice like this canned beef as an extra special, but smaller amount part of the meal.
I have used the canned beef camping for many years and it is great.
One suggestion……….whip up a package of dry brown gravy mix and pour over the beef and rice………Excellent!!!!!
Yoders is a remarketing outfit. They purchase this product and put their name on it, jack the price up and sell it. You can buy the same stuff cheaper directly from the manufacturer. I guess if you just want to pay more that’s okay but for me it has to be an entertainment value.
Who’s the manufacturer Mickey?
You wrote “…You’ll need a can opener or at least a pointy rock to get at the tasty meat inside…” Unfortunately the same thing isn’t true for a zombie dining on one of us.