Brown sugar, butter, craisins, butter roasted pumpkin seeds.

Cost per person: $1.37

Yes, oatmeal for dinner. Time was short after bringing home a foster dog from the shelter. It’s the one that looks like it’s still adjusting.

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      8 days ago

      Common bacteria (etc) love various refined sugars in the presence of free water, but yeah, based on a couple quick searches just now, it doesn’t seem like there’s enough moisture for them in even American-style PB and salad dressings, etc. IIRC acidity also plays a role. (note: I’m talking as someone whose fridge has been on the fritz for a while!)

      Just got back from the store. Will follow up on those messages in a bit.

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        7 days ago

        Yup, pH (acidity), water activity (moisture) play huge roles in shelf stability. We could get scientific, but it goes deep. To assist with those (Aw/pH), additives can be used to inhibit microbial growth, like sulphites, sodium benzoate.

        I’m slow responding atm, too. I’m now overseas, so enjoying my time adventuring than being on me phone. 😁

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          7 days ago

          I’m now overseas, so enjoying my time adventuring than being on me phone.

          Oh, you naughty thing!

          Anyway, good to hear, and thanks for adding on.