Cottage Pie Regular by BACK COUNTRY CUISINE

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Code:BC417

BACK COUNTRY CUISINE Cottage Pie Regular is a freeze-dried outdoor meal combining savoury beef, vegetables and a potato topping. Designed for convenient preparation in the field, it separates the potato topping from the savoury filling during rehydration, then combines them into a substantial cottage-pie-style meal.

The 175 g pack produces a 675 g prepared serving. Add boiling water to both pouches, allow 10–15 minutes for rehydration, then combine for a hot meal without the weight and bulk of a conventional prepared cottage pie. The meal is gluten free and Halal, and the pouch can be used for preparation and serving to help reduce clean-up at camp.

Features

Freeze-dried savoury beef and vegetable filling with a potato topping
Contains 33% mashed potato and 25% beef
Gluten free
Halal
175 g net dry weight produces a 675 g prepared meal
Potato topping and savoury filling are rehydrated separately
Ready to eat in 10–15 minutes
Can be eaten directly from the pouch to reduce clean-up
Four-year best-before date when produced
Made in New Zealand

Specifications
Product Code: BC417
Barcode / EAN: 9421002424174
Brand: BACK COUNTRY CUISINE
Serving Size: Regular
Serves per Pack: 1
Net Weight: 175 g
Prepared Serving Size: 675 g
Preparation: Remove potato pouch. Add 250 ml (1 cup or MT KILIMANJARO fill line) of boiling water to the meal pouch and 250 ml (1 cup) of boiling water to the potato pouch. Stir and stand each pouch for 10–15 minutes.
Dietary Information: Gluten free; Halal
Country of Manufacture: New Zealand
Shelf Life: Four-year best-before date when produced

Ingredients: Mashed Potato (33%) (Potato Flakes (Potato, Emulsifier (471), Antioxidant (Citric Acid), Preservative (223) (Sulphites)), Milk Powder (Contains Milk, Emulsifier (Soy Lecithin)), Canola Oil, Salt, Sugar, Chives), Beef (25%), Sauce (Sugar, Thickener (1442), Vegetables, Maltodextrin, Salt, Acidity Regulators (262, Citric Acid), Flavours, Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein, Yeast Extract, Herbs & Spices, Canola Oil, Colour (Paprika Oleoresins), Vegetable Extracts), Onion, Carrot (Carrot, Sugar, Acidity Regulator (Sodium Bicarbonate)), Peas (Peas, Acidity Regulator (331, Sodium Bicarbonate)), Corn.

Allergens: Contains Milk, Soy, Sulphites. May contain Crustacean, Egg, Fish, Almond, Cashew.

Nutritional Information — Per Serve
Energy: 2910 kJ (696 Cal)
Protein: 30.5 g
Fat – total: 22.8 g
Fat – saturated: 9.1 g
Carbohydrate – total: 87.0 g
Carbohydrate – sugars: 30.8 g
Sodium: 2030 mg

Nutritional Information — Per 100 g
Energy: 431 kJ (103 Cal)
Protein: 4.5 g
Fat – total: 3.4 g
Fat – saturated: 1.4 g
Carbohydrate – total: 12.9 g
Carbohydrate – sugars: 4.6 g
Sodium: 301 mg

BACK COUNTRY CUISINE Cottage Pie Regular provides a substantial hot meal while keeping the dry pack weight to 175 g. Its separate potato and filling pouches, simple boiling-water preparation and direct pouch serving format make it well suited to camping, hiking, hunting and other outdoor adventures where efficient packing and straightforward meal preparation are important.

Price: $19.95

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Expiration Dates and Shelf Life of Freeze-Dried Food

Freeze-dried food can have a long shelf life when it is properly packaged and stored. However, shelf life varies between products and manufacturers, so always check the Best Before date and storage instructions printed on the packaging.

How Long Does Freeze-Dried Food Last?

For commercially packaged freeze-dried foods, the manufacturer's stated shelf life is the best guide. Some specially packaged long-term emergency foods can have shelf lives of 25 years or more, while many outdoor meals have considerably shorter shelf lives.

Once a package has been opened, exposure to air and moisture can significantly reduce its shelf life. For the best quality, consume opened freeze-dried food according to the manufacturer's instructions and keep any unused food sealed and dry.

What Affects Shelf Life?

The main factors that can reduce the quality and shelf life of freeze-dried food are:

Moisture: Exposure to humidity can cause freeze-dried food to absorb water, affecting its texture and quality.
Oxygen: Oxygen can contribute to oxidation, particularly in foods containing fats.
Heat: Higher storage temperatures can accelerate deterioration.
Damaged packaging: Punctures, broken seals or other damage can allow air and moisture into the package.

For best results, store unopened freeze-dried food in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and keep the packaging intact.

What Does "Best Before" Mean?

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The Best Before date should always be considered alongside the manufacturer's storage instructions and the condition of the packaging.

What If the Food Is Past Its Best Before Date?

Do not use freeze-dried food if the packaging is damaged, swollen, leaking or otherwise compromised. If a product has passed its Best Before date, quality may have deteriorated even if the package remains sealed.

If the food has an unusual smell, visible mould, significant discolouration or an unexpected texture after preparation, discard it rather than eating it.

Always follow the manufacturer's instructions and the date marking printed on the individual product.

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