Food was often plentiful in the warm ... on the frontier at certain times of the year. In winter, pemmican could be used to feed dogs that were pulling sleds and was even used to start fires.

Historically, pemmican has been one of the best ways to preserve meat for long periods, and it offers a high-calorie, nutrient-dense solution for those times when fresh food is not an option.

The ingredients in pemmican provide high-energy and protein in one small serving that will last for months if properly stored. Leda Meredith has been preserving food since she was a child at her ...