Powdered milk is shelf-stable dairy that gives your family protein, calcium and milk for cooking when the power is out or the stores are closed. Stock it for a two week bug in and as a long term staple in your food storage.
Choose powdered milk you will actually drink and cook with, packed to stay dry for years. A good supply turns stored water into milk for cereal, baking and the kids.
- Quantity: Plan about one cup of mixed milk per person per day, so a family of four needs about 3 pounds of powder for two weeks.
- Fat content: Pick nonfat powder for long term storage, because the fat in whole milk powder turns rancid much sooner.
- Packaging: Stock sealed #10 cans or Mylar pouches with oxygen absorbers so nonfat powder keeps for many years in cool storage.
- Moisture: Store it cool, dark and dry, and pour opened powder into an airtight jar so it stays loose and fresh.
- Mixing: Choose instant powder that dissolves in cold water, then rotate a box through everyday cooking so your family knows the taste.
