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Woodland Foods is the world’s largest importer of spices, beans, lentils, chilies, rice and more. Located in Gurnee, Illinois, Woodland Foods’ focus has been on unusual items. They are a great partner to Elegant Foods and have established their niche in locating specialty items from around the world. The Woodland D’Alessandro line of spices is impressive and used in many of our own Elegant Food bakery and pasta items.
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Sesame Seed (Toasted)
Sesame seeds are highly valued, being rich in protein and in polyunsaturated oil. Typically Sesame Seeds are pressed into oils or made into pastes to serve as flavoring agents or in sauces. These flat, tiny seeds have a rich and nutty sweet... more
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Sesame Seed (Tuxedo Blend)
Sesame seeds are highly valued, being rich in Protein and in Polyunsaturated oil. Typically Sesame Seeds are pressed into oils or made into pastes to serve as flavoring agents or in sauces. These flat, tiny seeds have a rich and nutty sweet... more
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Shichimi Togarashi
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Shiitake Mushrooms
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Shiitake Mushrooms (Dried)
Shiitake (Lentinus Edoles) is often called a Wild Mushroom, however, it is only found cultivated. The origin of this Mushroom is debated; either the Chinese or the Japanese were the first to cultivate Shiitake over 1200 years ago. Available... more
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Small Red Beans
Small Red Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) are a plump, round bean with a deep brick red color. This bean is about 1/2" long with a mild flavor and firm texture and holds its shape well. This is the bean which is famous in the Southern dish Red Beans... more
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Smoked Coarse Sea Salt
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Smoked Fine Sea Salt
Smoked Sea Salt provides a smooth, smoky flavor, but without the bitterness. It is flavored with 100 natural smoke flavoring. Use as a finishing salt, or add it to rubs or seasoning blends. This salt is great on grilled meat and vegetables, or... more
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Smoked Hot Paprika
Paprika is made by first drying and then grinding Red Peppers (Pimientos) into a fine powder. The unique flavor of Smoked Paprika is created by drying them in an oak wood oven. The hot (Picante) quality is derived from a rounded type of... more
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Smoked Serrano Powder
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Soba Noodles
Soba Noodles are made with Buck Wheat Flour and Wheat Flour, water, and salt. Prior to cooking the Soba Noodles are page gray, after boiling they are a pale translucent tan and are slightly chewy. Traditionally served at room temperature.
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Spearmint
Spearmint (Mentha) is a widely used flavoring. There are over 600 varieties of mint, many of which taste quite similar to each other. The Dried Spearmint comes in small dark green/brown pieces with a fresh sharp flavor. Spearmint has many... more
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Spelt Berries
Spelt (Triticum Aestivum Spelt) is a shiny, dark rice shaped grain. When cooked, Spelt has a texture reminiscent of rice, a sweet, nutty flavor and firm chewy texture. It cooks in less liquid, in less time, and is more easily digested. Spelt... more
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Spelt Flour (White)
Spelt (Triticum Aestivum Spelt) is a shiny, dark, rice shaped grain. When cooked, Spelt has a texture reminiscent of rice, a sweet, nutty flavor and firm chewy texture. Spelt has superior qualities to Wheat and cooks in less liquid, in less... more
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Spinach Powder
Spinach Powder is wonderful for adding color and flavor to fresh pasta, noodle and bread doughs. It can also be used in yeast breads, quick breads or muffins. Combine with herbs or sun-dried tomatoes for a light, savory flavor.
