Pemmican really is the ultimate survival food! A highly concentrated mixture of fat and protein, this super food is composed of dried meat ground into a powder.

Early Native Americans used lean meat from large animals like buffalo or moose and cut it into thin slices. It was then dried it out using fire smoke or laying it out in the sun, and ground into a powder. Berries were often added to the mixture, along with melted fat.

This nutritious snack has been utilized for centuries, particularly with European explorers trying to survive during their search for land.

Wondering how to make it? Look no further! 18th Century Cooking will show you how to make your own pemmican after the break! This is survival food you can't afford not to have in your bug out bag!

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