{"product_id":"mountain-house-essential-meal-bucket-freeze-dried-camping-food-22-servings-gluten-free","title":"Mountain House Essential Meal Bucket | Freeze-Dried Camping Food, 22 Servings, Gluten-Free","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 1969 Mountain House has been a trusted name in freeze-dried meals for camping, hiking, and emergency storage. Known for turning simple ingredients into comforting, home-like meals, Mountain House emphasizes flavor first, so meals taste like familiar comfort food even when you are miles from civilization. Each pouch remains lightweight, portable, and quick to prepare — just add water and enjoy a hearty, ready-to-eat meal in minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Essential Meal Assortment Bucket brings together a thoughtful mix of flavors designed for outdoor meals and long term preparedness. With 12 pouches totaling 22 servings, this kit offers reliable options for solo trips, family outings, or group adventures. The bucket itself is designed for easy packing and organized storage, weighing about 5.04 lb and measuring 12\" L x 10\" W x 12.31\" H.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included in the bucket\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lineup features four Beef Stew pouches, two Breakfast Skillet pouches, two Scrambled Eggs with Bacon pouches, and four Rice and Chicken pouches. Each pouch is freeze-dried to preserve flavor and nutrients while keeping the meals lightweight for backpacking or road trips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits you can expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBEST-TASTING COMFORT FOOD: A long standing focus on flavor with classic recipes that feel like home on the trail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEASY TO STORE \u0026amp; QUICK PREP: Just add water and eat from the pouch in under 10 minutes, with minimal cleanup. Lightweight buckets are simple to tuck into a pack or RV cabinet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHIGH-QUALITY INGREDIENTS: Freeze-dried meals designed to lock in freshness without fillers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSHELF STABLE: Up to 30 years of shelf life with a Taste Guarantee for confident long term storage and ready meals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRECYCLABLE: Used pouches can be recycled through TerraCycle to help reduce waste and protect outdoor spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use and what to expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreparation is straightforward: add the specified amount of water, rehydrate, and enjoy directly from the pouch. For this bucket, a total of 17 cups of water is needed to prepare all meals, making it practical for multi-day trips without heavy cooking gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReal world use cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicture a weekend away with family, a through hike training session, or a multi-day camping trip where packing light matters. The familiar flavors and quick rehydration offer a comfortable dining experience on rough terrain, while the lightweight packaging helps keep your pack manageable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTrust and sustainability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMountain House blends tradition with practicality. The 30 Year Taste Guarantee reflects a long standing commitment to flavor and reliability. Recyclable pouches via TerraCycle provide a straightforward way to reduce waste during your adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What meals are included in the Mountain House Essential Meal Assortment Bucket?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The bucket includes 12 pouches totaling 22 servings: Beef Stew, Breakfast Skillet, Scrambled Eggs with Bacon, and Rice \u0026amp; Chicken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How long is Mountain House food shelf-stable and what is the Taste Guarantee?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Shelf-stable for up to 30 years with a Taste Guarantee on flavor and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Mountain House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41896866742352,"sku":"B0843J11JW","price":287.05,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9645\/8576\/files\/mountain-house-essential-bucket-packaging.jpg?v=1765490323","url":"https:\/\/canadawildco.com\/products\/mountain-house-essential-meal-bucket-freeze-dried-camping-food-22-servings-gluten-free","provider":"Canada WildCo. | Hunting Gear, Fishing Equipment \u0026 Outdoor Essentials for the Canadian Wild","version":"1.0","type":"link"}