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Wild caught Alaskan Coho Salmon Caviar from Crown Prince.no trans-fatno saturated fat

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Bonito (pronounced Bo NEE toe) has been a staple in the Japanese diet for centuries. According to the School of Marine Sciences at the University of Miami the scientific name of bonito or skipjack mackerel is ‘Katsuwonus pelamis’. In Japan it is ‘katsuo’.During the 15th century it was discovered that proper drying could preserve bonito so that it could be stored indefinitely in a cool, dry, and dark environment. EDEN Bonito Flakes still employ this ancient manner of careful preparation. First the best quality bonito fillets are steamed and hung outside in the shade to air dry. The fillets are then brought inside and stored in a dark room. They are removed and placed outside to dry again. The storing and drying process is repeated three times. When completely dry, the fillets become hard and resemble hard wood. To produce bonito flakes, or ‘katsuo boshi’, the hard fillets are shaved over a knifed box that looks much like a carpenter’s plane. Shaving the bonito produces long, pinkish tan curls or flakes. The flakes are then packed and shipped to Eden.EDEN Bonito Flakes are made from the best quality authentic bonito fillets. The Japanese judge the quality of fish by whether it can be eaten raw as sashimi. The real bonito or ‘katsuo’ used in EDEN Bonito Flakes is of sashimi quality. Many commercial producers sell bonito flakes made from bullet mackerel or bullet tuna called ’soda katsuo’. It’s cheaper and not considered sashimi quality. EDEN Bonito Flakes are made in the traditional manner that has been used for 500 years. No artificial coloring agents, chemicals or preservatives are used in any stage of their production.Bonito flakes are used to create a variety of soup stocks called ‘dashi’. The stock is strained to remove the tough fibrous flakes and used to create a variety of delicious and nourishing soups, stews and sauces. EDEN Bonito Flakes are quick and easy to use to prepare a variety of soup stocks. Simply bring 5 cups of water to a boil, add a half cup bonito flakes and immediately remove from the flame. Strain out the bonito flakes and discard. Ingredients such as kombu, shiitake mushroom, and vegetables can be added to bonito stock to create variety in flavor and nutrition. Bonito stock is especially delicious when used to make hearty miso soup, noodle broth or French onion soup. It is also delicious in scalloped potatoes and baked beans instead of meat, giving the dish a delightful smoked flavor - not fishy at all. It can also be used to create dip sauces and gravies. Bonito also makes an excellent topping for pizza (broil briefly to crisp, a tasty condiment).

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Wake up, stay up and keep energized with the taste of Cinnamon Oats and Honey. This ideal blend of flavors is good anytime of the day. Each bite overflows with wholesome, real ingredients you can see and taste, helping to keep you full, satisfied, and full of energy no matter what you have in store.

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A delicious blend of real fruit and nuts will help keep you full and satisfied while providing you with the lasting energy you need. Each bite is loaded with real, wholesome ingredients that give you the perfect nutty crunch and satisfying fruity chew you’d expect from a Fruit and Nut Energy Bar. Get the energy and nutrition you need with the wholesome flavor you expect from Balance.

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If chocolate is your thing, blaze a trail to the irresistible chocolate taste of the new Chocolate Chip Trail Mix Energy Bar. It’s loaded with the rich chocolate taste you love, yet balanced to provide lasting energy, nutrition and wholesome ingredients, whenever you need it. So, go ahead and blaze your trail with this Chocolate Chip bar!

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No One Can Eat Just One. We say that from years of experience. Multiple taste lines of Sesame Bars. High in protein and iron.

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No One Can Eat Just One. We say that from years of experience. Multiple taste lines of Sesame Bars. High in protein and iron.

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The ultimate resolution to the sweet vs. salty debate?it’s both! Sweet organic honey combined with roasted peanuts, organic pretzels and a dash of sea salt create the perfect balance.

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Almonds, cashews, pecans and peanuts - oh my! Savor the flavors of your favorite nuts jumbled together with organic pretzels in a crunchy mix.

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EDEN Shiitake Mushrooms are grown on logs of the ’shii’ tree (Pasania cuspidata or Quercus cuspidata), two species of oak that grow in central and southern Japan. Fresh logs are cut in the fall when they are about eight inches in diameter. Holes are drilled in the logs and spores are inserted. The logs are placed in pine forests where there is an ideal amount of sunlight, shade, and moisture. In approximately one year the shiitake begin to push to the surface. Shiitake will continue growing on the oak logs until the logs have completely decayed, usually after four or five years. EDEN Shiitake Mushrooms are hand harvested at their peak, when the cap is thick, round and partially closed. They are the finest grade of shiitake known as ‘donko’ shiitake. ‘Donko’ are the first, young and tightly curled mushrooms, with a thick cap and the strongest flavor, to emerge from the logs they grow on. After picking EDEN Shiitake are sun dried to preserve their quality and savory, smoky flavor. EDEN Shiitake Mushrooms are grown in their natural habitat, unlike commercial varieties grown indoors on sawdust bricks or artificial logs. They are often treated with fungicides to prevent the growth of mold on the artificial logs. Shiitake grown under such conditions are less flavorful and healthful than our naturally grown shiitake. Shiitake mushrooms (Lentinula Edodes) have been highly valued as a food and in Japan, China and other Asian countries since ancient times where they have been cultivated for more than 1,000 years. Shiitake are the second most common edible mushroom in the world after the white button mushroom. Shiitake have long been recognized as a healing food, a quality researchers attribute in part to their abundance of complex carbohydrates known as polysaccharides. Lentinan and lentinula edodes mycelium (LEM) are two polysaccharides in shiitake that research scientist are finding can help the body with diseases involving suppressed immune system function, including various types of cancer. Researchers believe these two polysaccharides may stimulate the immune system cells to clear the body of cancer cells. Shiitake are believed to have anti-viral properties, helps lower blood pressure and cholesterol, and to support liver function. Used for thousands of years as a staple in Asian cooking, shiitake were highly valued for their ability to counteract the effects of excess salt and animal food.EDEN Shiitake Mushrooms are an excellent source of dietary fiber and vitamin D (25% of the daily value per serving), and a good source of niacin (B3). They also provide quality protein, potassium, riboflavin (B2), thiamin (B1), iron, magnesium and zinc. They are fat free, sodium free and low carb.To use EDEN Shiitake, soak in cold water for two to five hours before cooking, for maximum softness and release of flavor. Remove the tough tip of the stem and use it to flavor soup stocks and sauces or discard them. The soaking water can be saved for soup stock, or added to a recipe when additional water is called for. Slice the cap thinly, or quarter and dice it. Use as you would fresh shiitake or other fresh and dried mushrooms in stir fries, soups, stews, gravies and sauces. They can also be used to make Shiitake Tea, a macrobiotic home remedy. Try using EDEN Shiitake in place of beef or bouillon cubes in French onion soup or in place of chicken in rice, noodle, and vegetable soups. Its flavor will delight you.

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