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FREEZE DRIED CRUNCHIES NATURAL SNACKS

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FREEZE DRIED CRUNCHIES NATURAL SNACKS

Posted on March 31, 2011

THIS IS NOT A PASSOVER PRODUCT Crunchies offers 32 delicious products. All of the product is kosher (Kof-K), organic, wheat free, gluten free, preservative free, additive free, non GMO and the fruit snacks are fat free. The product comes in regular size and in one fruit serving “Munch Pak.” Munch Pak flavors include: Pineapple, Cinnamon Continue Reading »

THE KOSHUS NEXOR

Posted on March 20, 2011

A recent article in a magazine devoted to issues of kosherness, told of the latest crisis to hit the kosher world- who certifies the tea served on shabbat at every shul kiddush? The tea bags are certified, but who oversees the actual making of the tea? And how do we know that the water used Continue Reading »

SHH! CAFFEINE IS HIDING!

Posted on March 15, 2011

FROM PHIL LEMPERT, SUPERMARKET GURU Food Sense Caffeine, Where’s it Hiding? There are many sources of caffeine available to us on a daily basis, some may be obvious and others less so. According to experts, more people are using caffeine as an energy boost than ever before. Johns Hopkins University researchers believe that about 250 Continue Reading »

KOSHER RICOLA ITEMS

Posted on March 11, 2011

The following Ricola items are recommended by the CRC: Green Tea with Echinacea (sugar free), Honey Herb, Honey Lemon with Echinacea, Lemon Mint (sugar free), Lemon Mint, Lemon Verbena, Menthol (sugar free), Mountain Herb (sugar free), Natural Herb (original). Only these items are recommended. They do not necessarily require a special kosher sticker on the Continue Reading »

CARBS, SEROTONIN AND CRAVINGS

Posted on March 9, 2011

FROM PHIL LEMPERT- SUPERMARKET GURU What is it about the late afternoon, around 4 or 5 pm, that changes many of us from rational, in control, efficient, clear thinking, energetic people into grumpy, irritable and exhausted — and the only cure seems to be carbohydrate rich foods – like sweet or starchy snacks. Well both Continue Reading »

TOFUTTI BRAND RICOTTA CHEESE

Posted on March 7, 2011

Yes, boys and girls- the fine folks over at Tofutti have done. They have created a pareve ricotta cheese. Certified by the Kof-K (pareve), the product contains NO dairy butterfat animal products casein cholesterol gluten It comes in 16 ounce packages. www.tofutti.com Look for this one to debut soon at your local kosher emporium!

BLACK RICE PILAF

Posted on March 2, 2011

Wowzers! It turns out that black rice has the same anti-oxidants as blueberries. Black rice is loaded with anthocyanin- the antioxidant that gives blueberries their color. In addition, black rice has a toasty, nutty flavor. BLACK RICE PILAF Saute finely chopped onions in a skillet with olive oil until soft. Toss with cooked black rice, Continue Reading »

CHOBANI CHAMPIONS

Posted on March 1, 2011

Chobani (Greek yogurt) introduces Chobani Champions- the very first Greek yogurt made for kids (but adults can eat them, too!). There are two flavors: Honey-Nana and VeryBerry. This OU certified product is made from 100% natural ingredients. It is a low fat yogurt with real fruit in it, no preservatives, no artificial flavors and made Continue Reading »

CHICKEN TIPS

Posted on January 20, 2011

Follow these tips for buying and cooking chicken: – Make sure chicken is fresh by checking the “sell-by” date, which is seven to 10 days after the chicken was slaughtered. If properly refrigerated, the chicken will remain fresh two to three days after the “sell-by” date. – Tightly wrap chicken to keep it from drying Continue Reading »

HONEY INFUSIONZ FROM NEW ZEALAND

Posted on January 18, 2011

We love honey. We buy lots of honey. Guests at our home are always left to guess what that night’s surprise honey will be. Now along comes honey from New Zealand, certified by Kiwi Kosher. Here is what the company says: “We capture taste buds of adults and children alike. Selected seasonal fruits are blended Continue Reading »