Seeing as though Halloween is tomorrow I figured I would suggest that you purposely take some of that delicious candy your kids bring home and stock it away for a rainy day, you know… as part of your food storage plan. Certainly, candy and sweets shouldn’t take precedence over anything that will keep you alive but sweets shouldn’t be ignored either because most of us–especially kids–expect it. Nay, our taste buds demand it!
Of course, instead of re-distributing your children’s hard-earned wealth (in the form of candy) for the “greater good” (your food storage) it’s probably a better plan to just hit the grocery store a day or two after Halloween and buy up whatever they have on clearance. Then, when you get it home, repackage your spoils into something that will last a bit longer, such as into foodsaver rolls (my favorite for this purpose) or even mylar bags. You might even consider throwing in an oxygen absorber too.
Obviously, this candy isn’t going to last for decades but I would expect a few years isn’t out of the question if re-packaged and stored out of the heat, light, etc, etc. Remember to add the date you packaged the candy so you follow a FIFO system. One last thing to note: I would avoid softer candies, especially chocolates and candies that are muli-layered, such as Kit-Kats or Snicker’s bars. Stick with hard candies for longest viability and to avoid rancidity concerns.
Have a great Halloween!
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