Near East Whole Grain Blends Roasted Pecan & Garlic


 

Directions

Cooking tips: Accurate heat level and cooking with lid on are important for best results. Do not microwave! High altitude preparation: At high altitudes, cook uncovered, increase water to 2-1/4 cups and cook time to 35 to 40 minutes. Range top directions: 1. In a 2-quart saucepan, bring 1-3/4 cups water, 2 teaspoons olive oil or butter and grains to a boil. 2. Reduce heat to low. 3. Cover; simmer 25 to 30 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed. 4. Remove from heat. Stir in contents of spice sack. 5. Cover; let stand 3 to 5 minutes. Stir before serving. Makes 2-1/2 cups. See side panel for high altitude directions. Variations: For a creative twist, add one of the following to prepared grains. 1/2 cup crumbled gorgonzola cheese and 2 tablespoons chopped chives. 1/4 cup chopped dried apricots and 1/2 cup chopped green onions. 1/2 cup chopped baby spinach and 1/4 cup diced red onion. 1 cup cooked diced beef.

 

Description

Near East® Roasted Pecan & Garlic Whole Grain Blends. 100% natural. A blend of whole grain brown rice, bulgur and other grains. 5.4 oz (153g).

Other Description

Contains 53% whole grain as packaged. In January 2005, the USDA released the dietary guidelines for Americans which recommends consuming at least 3 servings of whole grains per day. 1 serving (1 cup prepared) of this product provides about 1 serving of whole grains. 100% natural. Good source of fiber.* *Product as prepared contains 9g total fat per serving. See nutrition information for sodium content and other nutrients. For delicious recipes using this whole grain blends product, please visit our website at: www.neareast.com. More recipes! For great Near East® recipes, meal planning information and more, visit www.neareast.com. Questions or comments? For questions or comments, call 1-800-822-7423. Please have package available when calling. This package is sold by weight, not by volume. Contents settle during shipping and handling. ©2009 GGC.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 56.0 g

Servings per Container: 2.5

Title As packaged
Energy 220
Total Fat 5 g
Saturated Fat 0.5 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 480 mg
Carbohydrates 38 g
Dietary Fiber 4 g
Sugars 1 g
Protein 6 g
Daily Percent Of Vitamin A 0
Daily Percent Of Vitamin C 0
Daily Percent Of Calcium 2
Daily Percent Of Iron 4

Ingredients

Precooked Long Grain Brown Rice, Pearled Red Wheat, Pearled Durum Wheat, Pecans, Salt, Garlic*, Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Onions*, Natural Flavor, Olive Oil, Parsley*, Soy Protein, Sesame Oil, Tocopherols for Freshness, Turmeric Spice which imparts Color. *Dried.

Warnings

Contains wheat, pecan and soy ingredients.

Distributor

Near East Food Products
P.O. Box 049003 Chicago, IL 60604-9003
1-800-822-7423
www.neareast.com

UPC

00072251530544