the pantry was as well stocked as the woodpile , stuffed to overflowing with canned goods ; boxes of dried fruit , powdered milk , and instant eggs ; packets of beef jerky ; bags of sugar and flour and baking soda , as well as tins of baking powder ; cartons of oatmeal , grits , and barley ; dried beans ; two sacks of potatoes ; onions and garlic ; and , of course , mres .