
Check out these nine pieces of cookware you need for emergencies. Suppose you’re ever caught up in the middle of an emergency or natural disaster. In that case, having cookware that allows you to cook using various options and prepare meals for your family will be extremely important for survival.
Significantly, if your situation doesn’t improve over a more extended period, it’s all about being prepared before we need to be, right? We can do this, and life is good when we are prepared.
Here are several cookware items that are highly recommended for emergencies. In case you missed my post How To Use A Kelly Kettle, you only need twigs or pine cones to boil water or cook with a small soup pan.

Cookware You Need For Emergencies
A Butane Stove
I have mentioned this before, but I highly recommend a butane stove and stocking a few extra canisters of fuel. Mark and I used one for a few weeks while waiting for a gas line to be run into our home for a gas stove. Butane Stove and Extra Canisters I was surprised at how versatile the butane stove was for cooking things like eggs, pancakes, and even small steaks.
When I taught classes, the stores supplied me with food storage meals to cook in front of the students. If you use butane at home, crack a window, or use them outside if you feel more comfortable.
Dutch Oven
I like the 6-quart size iron Dutch oven for making full-size meals. If you have a fire pit, you may want to practice cooking over open campfires now to be ready when an emergency requires this type of cooking. They are also perfect for camping. The charcoal will last longer if stored in airtight buckets, and the charcoal briquettes without the lighter fluid can be stored indefinitely. 6-Quart Dutch Oven, 4-Quart Dutch Oven
You can cook several items at a time using different sizes of Dutch ovens. Please print this out so you have it when you need it. Lodge Cooking Guide Dutch ovens aren’t designed to be used on a stovetop, especially when it requires the induction process.
I have a few pieces of enameled cast iron cookware items. I like cast iron pans for cooking soup and stews. The enameled surface makes them similar to a non-stick skillet, and thus easier to clean. I tend to hand wash my non-stick cookware pieces even though they are considered dishwasher safe. I use the enameled items for baking.
Mess Kit
The Mess Kit may not include eating utensils but provides an aluminum or stainless steel frying pan and a lid to organize them. Stainless steel is more efficient when cooking and is much lighter to carry. This kit would work for up to two people and be great for camping. Mess Kit
G.I. Can Opener
You don’t want to be caught off guard following an emergency and not having a P-38 or a P-51 Can Opener, especially when canned foods are ones that you have a pantry stocked full of. Of course, the ones we have at home work well, too. A Can Opener or Electric Can Opener (helps with arthritis) is for everyday use.
Telescoping Fork
Coghlan’s Telescoping Fork is an extendable cooking fork that’s easy to rotate while pushing the thumb roller. It’s perfect for hotdogs, smores, and other types of food that you wish to roast above the fire and not have as much risk of burning your hand.
Camper’s Knife
A knife is another tool you don’t want to be caught without. Camper’s Knife comes with a fork, Swiss army knife, detachable spoon, and can opener. Its rubbery handle makes it easy to hold and is quite a practical, compact tool. These are perfect for 72-Hour Kits.
Stainless Steel Cup
Remember to drink plenty of water, too. If you’re a big coffee drinker in the morning, you’ll need a method for holding your cup of Joe. A Stainless Steel Cup is durable and convenient to carry, holding up to 20-24 oz of liquid at a time.
Stainless Steel Multi Utensil Kit
This Stainless Steel Multi-Utensil Set is versatile and compact. It comes with three handy tools: a fork, spoon, knife, and more. The cover is included. The metal utensils are very durable and should last a long time. Be careful not to use them on your non-stick cookware since that may cause damage to the surface.
Deluxe Chow Kit
The Deluxe Chow Kit is the way to go if you don’t need all those extra tools or a regular cutlery set. This cutlery set will genuinely be an excellent choice for when an emergency strikes.
Are There Other Items You Should Strongly Consider When Cooking in an Emergency?
Some items I’d suggest you have in your cookware/meal prep inventory are:
- A stock pot
- Baking sheets for cookies and other treats
- Sturdy mixing bowls – most of mine are metal and less prone to break
- Roasting pan
- For cooking, you’ll always need potable water. Have containers to store usable water and filters to make sure the water is safe to use.
Final Word
It’s a smart strategy to be prepared and in a position to prepare the food necessary to feed your family following an emergency. Several cookware kits and tools will provide the essential means to make cooking much more manageable.
These are not only great for emergencies but also for when you decide to go camping. What cookware do you need for emergencies? Would you add to this list? Do you have any of the top 9 cookware items you need for emergencies? These are pretty inexpensive and great for camping and everyday use! Stay safe, stay well. May God bless this world, Linda
Copyright Images: Butane Stove AdobeStock_230731685 by Randy Anderson
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