Category: Mre

According to the Defense Logistics Agency, MREs are designed to sustain an individual engaged in heavy activity when normal food facilities are unavailable. Menu 4, a popular and robust option, features a classic, filling main entree along with a collection of supplementary items designed for convenience and energy.

Since 1981, the Meal, Ready-to-Eat (MRE) has been the standard-issue combat food ration for the U.S. military. Menu 9, featuring a hearty Beef Stew, has been a consistent presence on the MRE menu list for many years, offering a familiar and filling option for soldiers in the field.