DATES, PITTED, DEGLET - Gluten Free

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5# Bag

$34.75

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DATES, PITTED, DEGLET - Gluten Free

DATEDEGLET-5

Description:

Deglet Dates possess a delicate flavor and are firm-textured and amber in appearance. Known as "Fingers of Light" Dates are a common food item in the Middle East where they originated as a cultivated crop over 5000 years ago. Today dates are also grown in the U.S. Dates grow best in areas where temperatures are high, humidity is very low and an abundant supply of water is available to the roots. Dates are usually picked green and ripened off the tree before drying. Fresh Dates contain about 55 percent sugar, a percentage that increases as the date dries and the sugar becomes concentrated, making them "natures answer" to our sweet tooth! Our Deglet Dates are a less costly alternative to Medjool Dates. Dates are recommended as a good source of fiber and contain no cholesterol. Deglet Dates are Sun-dried and contain no sulfites.

Ingredient Statement:

Dates.

Deglet Dates add a rich taste to puddings, baked goods, cream sauces, salads and desserts. Date crusted Halibut, braised chicken with Dates and stuffed figs and Dates are just a few dishes that will dress up your dining experience.

Recommended Preparation Instructions:

There is no preparation needed for dried fruit. If used in baking, you may want to rehydrate. To rehydrate dried fruit, pour boiling water over the fruit and let sit covered for 5 to 10 minutes.

Product Description

A cost effective, alternative variety to Medjool Dates, less sweet and darker in color. Dates have long been a common food item in the Middle East, where they originated as a cultivated crop over 5000 years ago. Today dates are also grown in the U.S.; they were introduced to California by Spanish missionaries in the 1700's. Dates contain no cholesterol and they are a good source of fiber.

Physical

Color: Shades of golden brown, purple.

Flavor: Typical of dates, sweet flavor.

Size: Approximately 1-1½ inch in length.

Chemical

Moisture: 25%

Sulfites: N/A

Heat Level: N/A

Ingredient Statement:

Dates.

Allergen Statement

None.

Packaging & Storage

Shelf Life: Min 12 months (under optimum storage conditions).

Packaging: Poly bag in box.

Storage Conditions: Store in a dry, cool place.

Microbiological

SPC: <50,000 cfu / g

COLIFORM: <100 cfu / g

YEAST: <1000 cfu / g

MOLD: <1000 cfu / g

Due to the nature of raw, agricultural products, the microbiological data provided should be considered as guidelines.

About Nutritional Information

Chieftain Wild Rice Company gathers nutritional information from highly regarded sources. Nutritional analysis can vary due to growing conditions, frequency of testing, and other factors.