PRODUCT INFORMATION SHEET

 

Product Name: APPLES & MORE MUESLI CEREAL                                                                  Revised 03/25/15


Product UPC#: 0-71518-01043-0


Shelf Life of Product: 18 MONTHS


Code Date Location on Package: BOTTOM


Ingredients: WHOLE GRAIN ROLLED OATS, DRIED APPLES, RAISINS, SUNFLOWER KERNELS, ROLLED RED WHEAT, ROLLED BARLEY, ROLLED RYE, FLAX SEED.


 

Certifications:

•Kosher – Orthodox Union Parve           

•Non-GMO Verified

 

Health Information:

 •Low Fat     

•Sodium Free     

•No Trans Fat      

•No Cholesterol     

•Whole Grain 

 

 Allergen Information:

• Contains Wheat 

• Produced in a peanut/tree nut free environment.

• Shared equipment with Wheat, Corn, and Dairy.  

•Egg Free

 

Storage recommendation:

•Dry product may be stored at room temperature, in refrigerator, or in freezer at least until the code date on the package.

•Prepared product should be consumed within 1 week of preparation. 

•Let product cool completely before storing. 

•Store with loose fitting lid when at room temperature. 

 

What to look for if product is bad:

•Dry product:lumps, clumping, infestation and atypical odor.

•Prepared product:Mold or discoloration

 

Substitution ratios in recipes:

 

Product uses (i.e. as an ingredient, cooked, raw):

•It can be cooked as a hot cereal, used as an ingredient in baked goods, or eaten dry as a snack. Great with nuts added.

 

Nutritional Benefits:

•Dietary fiber – 4g Is considered good source of fiber soluble 1g, insoluble 3g

•Protein 5g   •Iron 10% of RDI

•Rich in whole grain

•Potassium 135mg per 35g serving

 

Product Specific Questions:


Product of the USA:

 

Is this cereal considered whole grain?

Yes, Whole grains include Whole Grain rolled oats, rolled red wheat, rolled barley and rye. Flax seed is not considered  a grain


 

Do I need to refrigerate this?

No. Store in cool, dry environment. After it is cooked, it needs to be refrigerated.


 

Can I use water instead of milk?

Yes or any other milk substitute for those with dairy allergies.


 

Can I microwave this product?

Yes, instructions are on the package. Do not leave unattended as cereal will swell in the bowl. Use a large bowl and stir often as cereal cooks.


 

How do I use this cereal as an ingredient in baked goods?

 It may be used either cooked or dry in recipes. Recipe for cookies and muffins on the box.


 

How do I adjust the moisture in a recipe if I add muesli? Is there a guideline?

 It would depend on type of recipe and if cereal was cooked or dry.

Important Cooking Tip:

When cooking as a hot cereal in microwave, use a large bowl and stir every 30 seconds to release steam during the cooking process.The cereal will expand and overflow in a serving size bowl. Microwaves vary so 50% power may need to be used.



Do the sunflower seeds contain possible cross contamination with peanuts or tree nuts?

No. There is no peanut or tree nut cross contamination with the sunflower seeds per our vendor allergen statement.



What allergen is ran on same equipment?

Wheat and Soy