I use WISE foods. they taste excellent, have a good calorie count, and excellent shelf life. they require only boiling water to prepare. that being said, I also have 25lb , sealed, containers of rolled oats, long grain rice, and variety bean mix. as far as canned goods go, most have a shelf life of 3 years or less, except SPAM, which has an indefinite life if stored properly. im single, but have a 2 year food and water supply. any questions PM me.