NEW*  Rice Bran Extract  (Rice Lecithin)
Why the Switch?

Lecithin is a natural emulsifier, meaning it has the ability to bind oil and water.  It is used in the food industry in products such as mayonnaise, peanut butter, salad dressings, candy bars and margarine.  It is responsible for giving these products a smoother and creamier texture.  The primary source of lecithin is soy beans.  For years we have recommended using lecithin in bread recipes to improve the texture of the bread.

However, we have grown increasingly concerned about the extensive use of genetically modified soybeans and the inability to separate native soybeans from genetically modified ones.  More and more consumers are showing signs of soy allergies.  For these reasons, we began to search for a product that would offer the same qualities as soy lecithin but without the concerns.

The outer layer of a rice kernel, called rice bran, is composed of the rice germ and several sub layers which account for approximately 8-10% of the weight of the rice kernel. Rice bran contains over 60% of the nutrients found in each kernel of rice, including lecithin.  Studies done on the commercial use of Rice Bran Extract, found that baked goods were softer and stayed softer longer.  Moisture analysis after 5 days showed the moisture content to be equal to just baked!    

Therefore, we are very proud to offer Rice Lecithin, labeled as Rice Bran Extract, to replace soy lecithin.  Rice Bran Extract is a spray dried, water extract of stabilized rice bran.  It is contains absolutely no GMO entities, has not been treated with organic solvents, is 100% natural and is Kosher certified!!  We recommend using ½ the amount of rice bran extract as soy lecithin.  It costs about the same as soy lecithin so this makes it more economical, as well!!!

Item #00040 Rice Bran Extract 1lb. Bag $5.63

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Introducing Our New Line of Pressure Cookers by Fissler

Founded in 1845, Fissler is the market leader for cookware in Germany.  The company's philosophy is to produce products that excel in quality, function and design.  They have done just that with their pressure cookers!  The company is still family-owned.

Each pot is SAFE and easy to use and clean and comes in a variety of sizes.

Cooking in steam after the oxygen in the air has been expelled, as well as the shorter cooking periods, ensures that all foods are cooked especially gently. This means that vital vitamins and minerals, as well as nutrients and aromas, are conserved to the greatest extent possible.

You will save up to 70% of the time and 50% of the energy you would normally need in conventional cooking. A stew will take only 15 minutes instead of 50 and a roast will be tender and juicy in just 30 minutes!

Come see for yourself at our "Cooking Under Pressure Class"
Saturday September 20, 2008 at our store from 10 AM - 2 PM

 We will show case these superb quality pressure cookers!

Why pay a lot of money for granola bars that are high in sugar and who know what else?  These bars are so fast and easy!!!!
 
Peanut Butter Granola Bars

• 1 recipe of Quick and Easy Granola from the Bread Beckers Recipe Collection (makes about 4 ½ cups of granola)
• ½ cup mild honey (tupelo, sage or clover)
• ¼ cup either honey granules or molasses granules (depending on flavor preference and sweetness desired - molasses granules will be less sweet and offer a brown sugar flavor)
• 1 cup of all natural peanut butter

 
Prepare and bake granola according to recipe instructions.  Set aside.
In small saucepan combine honey and granules.  Bring to a boil and boil for 1 minute stirring constantly.  Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter until melted.  In large bowl pour peanut butter mixture over prepared granola.  Stir until well mixed and quickly press evenly into a 9x11 inch pan.  Let it cool, then cut into desired size bars.  Enjoy!!!
 
For a totally dairy free bar - substitute coconut oil for the butter in the granola recipe from the Recipe Collection.  Very easy and delicious!!!

 

The co-op schedule for 2008 can be found on our web site at www.breadbeckers.com/coops.htm

Co-ops are a great way to get your grains and other supplies that are just too expensive to ship any other way.  Current co-op shipping rates range from 9 cents to 11 cents per pound (depending on distance from our warehouse) when we deliver on our own truck, compared to UPS rates that can be around 50 cents a pound!  Visit our website and find the co-op closest to you, our coordinators will be happy to welcome you into  a co-op!

Business Hours
Monday - Friday, 9AM - 5PM

Phone   770-516-5000
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