Speaking of long-lasting, it is commonly believed that canned goods have a shelf life of at least two years from their purchase date. Not at all. Because they're sterilized by heat in a sealed steel can, they're preserved naturally, protecting them from contamination. Seventy-eight percent of consumers surveyed in 1997 said the quality of today's canned food is better than the quality of five years ago. As a matter of fact, canned food is as nutritious as its fresh and frozen counterparts upon preparation.
Steel canned goods are convenient for families on the go or great to have on hand for recipe making.