United States (above): pork ribs, barbecue sause, tortillas, potato cheddar soup, blackberry jam, peanut butter, Skittles, nut raisin mix, chewing gum, sugar, instant coffee, creamer, lemon lime beverage powder, salt, moist towelette, toilet paper, matches.
In Afghanistan Troops Eat The Meals Of Home -- Visual Nation
Since the war first began in 2001, many soldiers of the almost 50 nations in Afghanistan have survived on pre-packaged meals filled with as many calories as possible and seasoned with the unique tastes of home. Called an MRE (Meal Ready to Eat) in the United States, these hardcover book sized packages serve two functions: to nourish the hard working troops and to give them a happy reminder of home. Each country’s MRE includes staple ingredients to fill the belly, along with tasty dessert items and the obligatory moist towelette. For more on what the troops are eating and additional pictures by photojournalist Ashley Gilbertson see the excellent article by the New York Times.
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My Comment: WHAT!!!! No bacon?????
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