Description
The US Government Issue Military Individual MRE (Meal, Ready-to-Eat) is a self-contained, shelf-stable field ration designed for military personnel and humanitarian aid. Manufactured by government contractors to meet strict military standards, each MRE provides a balanced and calorie-dense meal for individuals operating in demanding environments. Originally developed to replace canned rations, MREs have evolved through continuous improvements to enhance taste, variety, and nutritional value.
Each meal is packaged in a durable, lightweight, waterproof pouch designed to withstand extreme conditions, making them ideal for military deployments, emergency preparedness, camping, and outdoor survival. The packaging is engineered to endure rough handling, including parachute drops and high-temperature storage, ensuring long-term reliability.
An MRE consists of a main entrée, complementary side dishes, a snack, a spread (such as cheese or peanut butter), a beverage powder, and an accessory packet with essentials like utensils, seasonings, and flameless ration heaters. The inclusion of a Flameless Ration Heater (FRH) allows for easy heating without an external heat source, providing a hot meal in minutes.
These meals are formulated to supply a high-calorie intake, with each MRE containing an average of 1,200-1,300 calories. They are designed to meet the nutritional needs of active individuals. These MREs provide a balanced mix of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. MREs also include fortified beverages and snack items to ensure adequate energy and hydration in field conditions.
MREs are widely used beyond military applications, finding value in disaster relief efforts, survival preparedness, and outdoor activities. Their long shelf life, ease of storage, and self-sufficiency make them a practical solution for any situation where conventional food sources are unavailable.
PLEASE NOTE: There are NO refunds or exchanges on food items. MRE’s must ship via UPS/Fedex and therefore cannot be shipped to a PO Box address.
US Military-Issue Individual MREs Features
- Meal, Ready-to-Eat, Individual
- Self-contained, ready-to-eat military ration
- Includes entrée, side dish, snack, beverage, and accessory pack
- Flameless Ration Heater for heating without fire or stove
- Durable, waterproof, and lightweight packaging
- Average of 1,200-1,300 calories per meal
- Designed for extreme conditions and long shelf life
- Used by military personnel, emergency responders, and outdoor enthusiasts
- No refrigeration required
- Made in the USA!
- Fast Shipping!
MRE Menu Contents
Exact contents of each menu may vary.
Most menus contain a Spoon, Flameless Ration Heater, Hot Beverage Bag, Paperboard Sleeve, and Paperboard Insert Card
Menu 1: Chili with Beans
- Chili with Beans
- Cheese Spread, Cheddar, Plain
- Crackers, Vegetable
- Cornbread
- Snack Foods, Cheese Filled
- Beverage Powder, Carbohydrate, Fortified
- Accessory Packet A
- Bag, Hot Beverage
Menu 2: Shredded Beef in BBQ Sauce
- Beef, Shredded, in Barbecue Sauce
- Black Beans in a Seasoned Sauce
- Cheese Spread, Cheddar, with Jalapeno Peppers
- Tortillas, Plain
- Cookies
- Beverage Powder, Carbohydrate, Fortified
- Barbecue Sauce
- Accessory Packet C
Menu 3: Chicken, Noodles, and Vegetables in Sauce
- Chicken, Egg Noodles, and Vegetables, in Sauce
- Fruits, Wet Pack
- Crackers, Plain
- Peanut Butter, Smooth
- Jelly/Jam
- Candy III
- Beverage Powder, Carbohydrate, Fortified
- Hot Sauce, Extra Hot 4x
- Accessory Packet A
Menu 4: Spaghetti with Beef and Sauce
- Spaghetti with Beef and Sauce
- Toaster Pastries
- Peanut Butter, Smooth
- Snack Bread, Multigrain
- Fruits, Infused and Dried
- Cocoa Beverage Powder, Milk Chocolate
- Jelly/Jam
- Accessory Packet B
Menu 5: Chicken Chunks
- Chicken Chunks, White, Cooked
- First Strike Bar
- Cheese Spread, Cheddar, Plain
- Tortillas, Plain
- Trail Mix, Recovery
- Candy II
- Beverage Powder, Carbohydrate Electrolyte
- Hot Sauce, Buffalo Style
- Accessory Packet B
Menu 6: Beef Taco
- Beef Taco
- Santa Fe Style Rice and Beans
- Cheese Spread, Cheddar, Plain
- Tortillas, Plain
- Nut and Fruit Mix, Nuts and Raisins with Pan Coated Chocolate Disks
- Beverage Bases, Sweetened with Non-nutritive
- Sweetener, Fortified, Orange
- Accessory Packet A
Menu 7: Beef Strips in Tomato Sauce
- Beef Strips in Tomato Sauce
- Chocolate Pudding with Protein
- Teriyaki Meat Snack Stick
- Smooth Peanut Butter
- White Wheat Snack Bread
- Blackberry Preserves
- Fruit and Vegetable Blend Juice Smoothie
- Powder, Tropical Blend
- Accessory Packet B
Menu 7.B: Brisket Entree
- Brisket Entrée (Gravy with Seasoned Beef Brisket Slices)
- Au Gratin Potatoes
- Dried fruit or cookies
- Peanut Butter
- Trans Fat Free
- Snack Bread
- Jelly/Jam
- Candy
- Irish Cream Cappuccino Drink Mix
- Accessory Packet B
Menu 8: Meatballs in Marinara Sauce
- Meatballs in Marinara Sauce
- Potatoes, Mashed, Garlic
- Cookies
- Cheese Spread, Cheddar, with Jalapeno
- Peppers
- Snack Bread, Italian Bread Sticks
- Meat Snacks
- Beverage Powder, Carbohydrate, Fortified
- Accessory Packet C
Menu 9: Beef Stew
- Beef Stew
- Cake, Pound, Trans Fat Free
- Peanut Butter, Smooth
- Jelly/Jam
- Snack Bread, Multigrain
- Snack Food, Pretzels
- Beverage Powder, Carbohydrate Electrolyte
- Hot Sauce, Extra Hot 4x
- Accessory Packet A
Menu 10: Chili and Macaroni
- Chili and Macaroni
- Cake, Pound, Trans Fat Free
- Cheese Spread, Cheddar, with Jalapeno Peppers
- Crackers, Vegetable
- Meat Snacks
- Candy I
- Beverage Powder, Carbohydrate Electrolyte
- Spice, Red Pepper, Crushed
- Accessory Packet A
Menu 11: Cheese Pizza Slice
Menu 11 is Vegetarian
- Cheese Pizza Slice
- Applesauce, Carbohydrate Enhanced
- Coconut Almond High Energy Bar
- Jalapeno Cashews
- Chocolate Protein Drink Powder
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Accessory Packet A
Menu 11.B: Vegetable Crumbles with Pasta
Menu 11.B is Vegetarian
- Vegetable Crumbles with Pasta in Taco Sauce
- Wet Pack Fruits*
- First Strike Bar*
- Chunky Peanut Butter
- Crackers
- Nuts*
- French Vanilla Cappuccino Drink Mix
- Chili and Lime Hot Sauce
- Accessory Packet B
Menu 12: Elbow Macaroni in Tomato Sauce
Menu 12 is Vegetarian
- Elbow Macaroni in Tomato Sauce
- Recovery Bar, Salted Caramel
- Marshmallow Crisp
- Applesauce, with Mango and Peach
- Puree
- Chocolate Peanut Spread
- Strawberry Preserves
- Whole Wheat Bread, Mini-Loaf
- Carbohydrate Electrolyte Bev Powder
- Crushed Red Pepper
Menu 13: Cheese Tortellini in Tomato Sauce
Menu 13 is Vegetarian
- Cheese Tortellini in Tomato Sauce
- Dessert Powder, Pudding
- Peanut Spread, Smooth, Chocolate
- Crackers, Plain
- Trail Mix, Recovery
- Beverage Powder, Carbohydrate Electrolyte
- Hot Sauce, Extra Hot 4x
- Accessory Packet C
Menu 14: Mexican Style Rice & Beans
Menu 14 is Vegetarian
- Mexican Rice and Bean Bowl
- First Strike Bar, Cran-Raspberry
- Peanut Butter
- Crackers
- Pretzels Nuggets, Honey Mustard and Onion
- Chocolate Protein Drink Powder
- Powdered Hot Sauce
- Accessory Packet A
Menu 15: Mexican Style Chicken Stew
- Mexican Style Chicken Stew
- Fruits, Wet Pack
- Snack Food, Cheese Filled
- Cheese Spread, Cheddar, with Jalapeno
- Peppers
- Crackers, Plain
- First Strike Bar
- Cocoa Beverage Powder, Chocolate Hazelnut
- Spice, Red Pepper, Crushed
- Accessory Packet B
Menu 16: Chicken Burrito Bowl
- Chicken Burrito Bowl (Chicken with Rice,
- Beans and Vegetables)
- Snack Food, Other
- Filled Bakery Item
- Tortillas, Plain
- Cheese Spread, Cheddar, Plain
- Hot Sauce, Extra Hot 4x
- Beverage Powder, Carbohydrate, Fortified
- Accessory Packet C
Menu 17: Pork Sausage Patty, Maple Flavored
- Pork Sausage Patty, Maple Flavored
- Muffin Top, Maple, Trans Fat Free
- Peanut Butter, Smooth
- Crackers, Plain
- Nuts
- Beverage Powder, Carbohydrate Electrolyte
- Syrup, Table, Imitation Maple
- Accessory Packet A
Menu 18: Beef Ravioli in Meat Sauce
- Beef Ravioli in Meat Sauce
- Muffin Top, Chocolate Banana Nut, Trans Fat Free
- Cheese Spread, Cheddar, Plain
- Snack Bread
- Meat Snacks
- Beverage Powder, Carbohydrate, Fortified
- Hot Sauce, Extra Hot 4x
- Accessory Packet C
Menu 19: Beef Patty, Grilled, Jalapeno Pepper Jack
- Beef Patty, Grilled, Jalapeno Pepper Jack
- Cobbler, Cherry Blueberry
- Cookies
- Cheese Spread, Cheddar, with Bacon
- Tortillas, Plain
- Candy II
- Beverage Bases, Sweetened with Non-nutritive
- Sweetener, Orange, Fortified
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Accessory Packet A
Menu 20: Italian Sausage
- Italian Sausage with Peppers and Onions in Marinara Sauce
- Recovery Trail Mix with Beef Jerky
- Dried Cranberries
- Cheddar Cheese Spread
- Crackers
- Dry Roasted Peanuts
- Orange Beverage Base, Sugar-Free
- Accessory Packet A
Menu 21: Tuna, Chunk, Light, Lemon Pepper
- Tuna, Chunk, Light, Lemon Pepper
- Cake, Pound, Trans Fat Free
- Cheese Spread, Cheddar, Plain
- Tortillas, Plain
- Snack Food, Other
- Beverage Powder, Carbohydrate, Fortified
- Mayonnaise, Fat Free
- Accessory Packet B
Menu 22: Beef Goulash
- Beef Goulash (Beef with Brown Rice, Spinach, Carrots, Tomatoes and Smoked Paprika)
- Applesauce, Carb-Enhanced
- Chunky Peanut Butter
- Strawberry Jam
- White Wheat Snack Bread
- Patriotic Sugar Cookies
- Cocoa Beverage Powder, Milk Chocolate
- Accessory Packet B
Menu 23: Pizza Slice, Pepperoni
- Pepperoni Pizza Slice
- Cherry Blueberry Cobbler
- Jalapeno Cheddar Cheese Spread
- Italian Bread Sticks
- Cookies*
- Chocolate Protein Drink Powder
- Accessory Packet A
Menu 24: Southwest Style Beef and Black Beans with
Sauce
- Southwest Style Beef and Black Beans with Sauce
- Apple Pieces in Spiced Sauce
- Cake, Pound, Trans Fat Free
- Meat Snacks
- Cheese Spread, Cheddar, Plain
- Tortillas, Chipotle
- Drink Mix, Flavored Instant Cappuccino,
- Mocha
- Accessory Packet B
