Details: Freeze-Dried 2 oz (about 1 ½ cups) 16 oz (about 12 cups) Ingredients: Cooked Beef, Salt Rehydrating Instructions: Rehydrate in cool water for 3-5 minutes or hot water for 1 minute. Use 1.5 parts roast beef to 1 part water. Storage & Shelf-life: Store in original container in a cool, dry location, for up to 12 months.

* 2oz of freeze dried roast beef is approximately equivalent to 7oz (0.43 lbs) of fresh roast beef.
 

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