BLEND, NORTHWOODS MUSHROOM - Gluten Free

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1# Bag

$44.50

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BLEND, NORTHWOODS MUSHROOM - Gluten Free

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Description:

Mushrooms bring to mind endless varieties of fungus in various shapes, sizes and colors.  Popular as a cooking ingredient throughout Europe and the Orient for centuries, the mushroom has recently received a great deal more attention here in the U.S.  With literally thousands of varieties of this fleshy fungus, gourmet cooks have at their disposal a multitude of choices of flavors to enhance their cuisine. Dried mushrooms, besides being economical have a more concentrated flavor than their fresh counterparts.  A smaller amount is needed for recipes.  North Woods Mushroom Blend is a savory and versatile mixture of wild and cultivated Dried Mushrooms. This Blend adds a rich, hearty flavor containing Lobster, Shiitake, Porcini, Morels, Oyster, Sliced Shiitake and Boletes.

Ingredient Statement:

Dried Mushrooms.

Product Description

Dried Mushrooms have been an important and very popular cooking ingredient throughout Europe and the Orient for many, centuries. They've recently received a great deal more attention here in the United States. Dried Mushrooms are very economical because their flavor is much more concentrated than fresh varieties. North Woods Mushroom Blend is a savory and versatile mixture of wild and cultivated Dried Mushrooms. This Blend adds a rich, hearty flavor containing Lobster, Shiitake, Porcini, Morels, Oyster, Sliced Shiitake and Boletes.

Physical

Color: Mix of red, light to dark brown, light to dark tan.

Flavor: Typical of wild mushrooms, earthy, smokey.

Size: Typical of dried mushrooms.

Chemical

Moisture: <20%

Sulfites: <125PPM

Heat Level: N/A

Ingredient Statement:

Dried Mushrooms.

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: <500,000 cfu / g

COLIFORM: <1000 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.

Use it to add a rich, hearty flavor to beef, pork and poultry recipes, vegetable soups, stir fry recipes, hunter stew, casseroles, tapenade, spiced dishes, lassagna, rice dishes, pasta, stuffings and sauces.

Recommended Preparation Instructions:

Rinse product in cold running tap water to remove any possible debris. To reconstitute, place desired amount into a bowl, cover with boiling water, and let soak for 15-20 minutes before draining. Or, add directly to recipe that will cook for at least 20 minutes. General rule, 1 oz. dry reconstitutes to 3-4 oz.

Note: These are wild mushrooms, they may have stones embedded in their flesh, which may not be dislodged by agitation and reconstitution.

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