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GOURMET NEWS APRIL 2017 www.gourmetnews.com CONDIMENTS 1 8 Widely publicized results of the largest study to examine the health benefits of plant versus animal proteins can offer retailers ways to cook up added sales by making it easy for consumers to find options for adding more plant proteins to their diets. The large-scale study, published last year by JAMA In- ternal Medicine, found plant- based proteins were associated with lower mortality rates than animal proteins and suggested that consuming more plant- based proteins could have a pos- itive effect on health, according to Science Daily. One of the most readily acces- sible ways to increase plant- based proteins is by boosting consumption of legumes, which includes beans, lentils and peas. Just one quarter cup of cooked beans or peas has as much protein as one ounce of meat, ac- cording to Penny Clark, a registered dieti- tian and nutritionist who wrote a nutrition booklet for Frontier Soups based on the "2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Ameri- cans." "We have a lot of direct contact with consumers at the holiday shows we at- tend and through customer service, and they are finding that soup is an easy way to add bean-based nutri- tion to their families' diets," said Jon Anderson, Frontier Soups co-Owner. "Because there is so much interest, we commissioned the nutri- tion booklet, which con- sumers can download from our website, to help them find creative ways to add beans to their diets." Twenty of Frontier Soups' 36 mixes incorporate a va- riety of beans and legumes, including top sellers like In- diana Harvest Sausage Lentil Soup Mix, South of the Border Tortilla Soup Mix, Minnesota Heartland 11-Bean Soup Mix, and the new South- western Sausage & Chickpea Stew Mix. All Frontier Soups mixes have no salt added and contain no preservatives, ar- tificial ingredients or MSG, and 30 are gluten free. Frontier Soups 800.300.SOUP (7687) www.frontiersoups.com Frontier Soups an Easy Way to Add Plant Proteins It's hard to believe that the original con- cept for utilizing sugar cane goes all the way back to 8,000 BC. Now in the 21st century, skilled processors have brought all this to the present, as evi- denced by the new and excit- ing KARENAL PURE CANE SYRUP. Long an international fa- vorite, KARENAL PURE CANE SYRUP is an acknowl- edged sweetener with poten- tial uses way beyond the old fashioned maple version. An exceptional sweetening agent, its color, flavor and body are truly unique, so that the syrup lends itself to mul- tiple dishes. KARENAL PURE CANE SYRUP is attractively packaged and car- ries an enticing label sure to get the con- sumer's attention. The label bears the acknowledged symbols of special ethnic interests as well as those seeking a non- GMO and all natural product. Conve- niently packaged in 16-ounce bottles, it's perfect for shelf posting in either the regular syrup section or in a designated health foods department. With 12 bottles per case for fast in- ventory turns, KARENAL PURE CANE SYRUP has an extended shelf life. Of special interest, KARENAL PURE CANE SYRUP is very competitively priced. There's plenty of room for above aver- age profit margins yet with retail pricing that's attractive to the consumer. There's no minimum shipment to contend with, and there are valuable quantity dis- counts. In addition, periodic promotional allowances are of- fered. Make no mistake about it, this product is tested and proven. There simply is nothing to compare with the taste, quality and goodness of KARE- NAL PURE CANE SYRUP. Contact the company for samples. Karenal LLC www.karenalliquidgold.com Karenal Pure Cane Syrup Honey and Curry Mustard from Sur les Quai Created with only the finest ingredients, Sur les Quai's Honey and Curry Mustard has a unique flavor. The honey and curry are well balanced, allowing this mustard to be added to just about anything that needs a flavor boost. Your customers can create a unique salad dressing or meat rub with this mustard, as it is un- matched with its flavor. Packaged beau- tifully in its metallic finished tube, the packaging is created to be easy to use and store. Each tube is designed so that it can be bent and squeezed, allowing your customer to use every drop, while still returning to its original shape. This Honey and Curry Mustard comes six per case. The French Farm 713.660.0577 www.thefrenchfarm.com Release of Picholine Extra Virgin Olive Oil Expected in Spring The B.R. Cohn Olive Oil Company's 2016 Picholine harvest went smoothly, and its team hand harvested just prior to the rain season starting. The olives were pressed within hours of harvest, and now will be allowed to settle prior to racking to ensure the highest quality oil. The company anticipates a re- lease of the Picholine Extra Virgin Olive Oil in spring. It is known for its distinctive fresh, full olive flavor, hints of citrus and pleasing pepper finish. In the style of a French olive oil, it is more subtle than Italian oils and exceptionally clean and light on the palate. This exquisite oil can be served straight from the bottle as a finishing oil, bread dipper or com- bined with a B.R. Cohn vinegar to create an out- standing dipping oil or vinaigrette. Sprinkle on soups, stews, salads and pasta dishes for added flavor. The Picholine olive oil is part of B.R. Cohn's full lineup of extra virgin olive oils and hand-crafted wine and balsamic vinegars. B.R. Cohn Olive Oil Company www.brcohn.com/olive-oil Wind & Willow has been an industry leader when it comes to dry seasoning mixes in the specialty food industry for 25 years. According to National Sales Director Jackson Tet- tenhorst, the com- pany's continual focus on quality as well as innovation have been key com- ponents to its suc- cess. "The very roots of Wind & Willow go back to finding a way to assist even the busiest people with creating delicious ap- petizers and desserts with very little time. We gather the best ingredients so you don't have to," he said. Twenty-five years later, Wind & Willow still has its focus on sourcing the high- est quality ingredients and discovering new ways to enhance, while also simpli- fying, the lives of its customers. "We make the food part easy, so you can focus on creating the warm and inviting environment that only you can create. Over the years, our company has evolved to be acutely aware of what in- gredients we allow in our products and where they are coming from. We create products that we want to serve in our own homes," said Tettenhorst. Satisfying long-time customers as well as drawing in new customers is important to the company's continued success. "It's very satisfying to hear from people who tell us they have always been able to count on consis- tent quality with every Wind & Willow product for many years. We have also enjoyed intro- ducing a whole new generation to the idea that anyone can have time to create a quality food experience to share," Tettenhorst said. "The idea of gathering with friends seems to have had a resurgence in our society. We are always looking forward to new trends as well as those comforting taste experi- ences Millennials are rediscovering." The company's most recent product in- troductions include Sriracha Cheeseball & Appetizer Mix, Sweet Thai Chili Dip Mix and Mushroom Parmesan Hot Dip Mix. The next and largest annual product launch comes in July. Products retail from $5 to $10. Wind & Willow 888.427.3235 www.windandwillow.com Wind & Willow Focused on Quality, Innovation Gourmet International is introducing Bratwurst Sauce as part of its extensive line of Hela sauces from Germany. Hela sauces are known for high- est quality and unrivaled fla- vor. They are a most welcome addition to any barbecue, and the new Hela Bratwurst sauce is definitely no exception. Hela Brat sauce is deli- ciously fruity and spicy; it is the perfect complement to bratwurst and so much more. Try it on a burger, hot dog, to dip French fries, or use generously to add zing to marinades, dips and even dress- ings. Hela is committed to quality and sustainabil- ity. By choosing optimal raw ingredients culti- vated and prepared using environmentally friendly methods, Hela flavors your world. The suggested retail price is $3.99. Gourmet International www.gourmetint.com Hela Bratwurst Sauce from Gourmet International

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