Bridgford MRE Sandwiches, Turnovers, Wraps, Bread, Tortillas, and Pizza!
- Originally developed for the United States Military, and used in the Military FSR First Strike Rations and MRE menu(s)
- Manufactured in the USA by Bridgford Foods
- Ready to eat! 270–330 calories per sandwich
- No refrigeration required
- MRE pouch-style retort packaging; Lightweight and easy to store
- Shelf stable — 3-year shelf life if stored at 80°F, or longer if kept in cooler conditions (freezing is not recommended)
- Perfect for household and workplace emergency kits
- Other great uses include camping, hiking, hunting, fishing, boating, weekend trips, etc.
- These sandwiches are designed to be eaten straight from the pouch, however they can also be heated using the following methods in a safe manner:
- MRE Flameless Ration Heater Method: Place unopened pouch in MRE heater. To heat, follow the instructions on the MRE Heater. Once heated, carefully remove the pouch from the heater, open the pouch and eat.
- Boiling Water Method: Place unopened pouch in boiling water (slow roll) for approximately 5-8 minutes. Carefully remove the pouch from the water, open the pouch and eat. Make heating time adjustments as necessary.
- Microwave Method: Remove the sandwich from the pouch prior to heating! Wrap the sandwich on a microwave-safe plate and cover with a paper towel (or wrap the sandwich in a paper towel), and microwave on high for 15-30 seconds. Adjust heating time as necessary.
- Oven Method: Remove the sandwich from pouch, place the sandwich on an oven-safe baking sheet and heat in the oven at 325-350° for approximately 7-10 minutes. Adjust heating time as necessary.
Note: Bridgford ingredients and nutritional information is provided for general purposes only and is subject to change at any time without prior notice.
About Bridgford Foods MREs
Bridgford Ready to Eat Sandwiches were originally developed for the United States Military as combat rations for troops on the go. The Military required a sandwich with a 3-year shelf life that tastes just as great on day 1,095 as it does on day one!
During initial testing by Natick, the division of the U.S. Army responsible for researching and managing food, clothing, shelters, and support items for soldiers, the product received one of the highest acceptance scores of any new product introduction.
Bridgford MRE Sandwiches were field tested with the United States Marines during an operation in Fallujah, Iraq, and they are currently incorporated into the US Military FSR “First Strike Ration” MRE, as well as UGR meal kits.
Manufactured at their Statesville production facility, Bridgford Ready to Eat Sandwiches are produced under a grant of inspection from the USDA/FSIS. Additionally, they undergo inspections by the USDA/AMS, FDA, NCDA, PHC/VETCOM, Microbac Laboratories, and several other agencies. This facility is EU registered, and all meat and poultry used is sourced from USA-USDA facilities and is BSE tested to guarantee the product’s safety and quality.
Availability of Bridgford Shelf-Stable Sandwiches, Turnovers, Bread, and Pizza
Visit our Bridgford Sandwiches & Bread page to see pricing and what is currently available.