I have never eaten an MRE although I have a case of them in the cave. I have freeze-dried and canned goods stored in order to vary the diet, along with "heat and eat" items such as soups, stews, chili, tamales, ravioli, etc. I keep a supply of coffee and tea bags for myself, Nestle's Quick for the General, and Tang orange mix along with lemonade mix for beverages. I also keep cans of fruits and vegetables along with the freeze-dried, pilot bread crackers, peanut butter and jelly, and a variety of spices.

A can or two of beef chunks in gravy, instant mashed potatoes, and a vegetable makes for a decent meal.