The "Spice" Rack

Campbell’s Select Harvest Mediterranean Style Soups - December 15, 2009

What it is: 100-percent, all-natural Mediterranean-style soup
Varieties: Chicken Tuscany; Zesty Tomato Bisque; Savory Sausage and Vegetables; Light Roasted Chicken with Italian Herbs; and Light Minestrone with Whole Grain Pasta
Details: $2.39 per 18.6-oz can
Availability: Available in supermarkets nationwide
Categories: Canned & Boxed, The "Spice" Rack
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Campbell’s has reformulated their entire Select Harvest line of soups while introducing these five new Mediterranean-style varieties. These soups are now 100 percent all-natural, defined by the USDA as foods without artificial flavors, color preservatives or synthetic ingredients. The five new Select Harvest Mediterranean soups serve up between 80 and 120 calories, 0.5 to 3 grams fat (with no trans fats), 480 milligrams sodium and 2 to 4 grams fiber per cupful.

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Susta Natural Sweetener - October 30, 2009

What it is: Natural, low-calorie, sweetener
Details: $6.99 per 3.5-oz box (50 packets)
Availability: Available online and in select supermarkets and retail stores nationwide
Categories: The "Spice" Rack, Beverages
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SUSTA is a natural, low calorie, low-glycemic, antioxidant sweetening system that supports healthy blood sugar levels & energy. The SUSTA sweetener is available online and in select supermarkets and retail stores nationwide.

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BetterBody Foods – Xagave - October 28, 2009

What it is: Agave-nectar-based sweetener
Details: $8.99 per 25-oz; $15.99 per 50-oz; $42.99 per gallon container
Availability: Xagave is sold online and with certain regional retailers.
Categories: "Specialty" foods, The "Spice" Rack
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Xagave, launched in 2008, is a unique blend of agave nectar that adds countless health benefits to a sweetener. Xagave is available in three sizes and is sold online, and with certain regional retailers.

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Inglehoffer Organic Mustards - August 21, 2009

What it is: International Certified Organic Mustard
Varieties: Inglehoffer Organic Stone Ground Mustard; Inglehoffer Organic Honey Mustard
Details: $4.49 per 10-oz container
Availability: The mustard retails across the US in mainstream and specialty grocery stores
Categories: The "Spice" Rack
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Inglehoffer Organic Mustards are USDA and quality assurance international certified organic. The Inglehoffer mustards are available in two varieties starting July 2009 and retail for $4.49 per 10-oz container. The mustard is available in mainstream and specialty grocery stores.

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Spice It Now! Organic Spice Packs - August 18, 2009

What it is: Organic, single-portion, spice packs
Varieties: Nebraska Prime Steak; Cajun Spice; Prime Rib; Beef; Mesquite BBQ; Caribbean Jerk;. Great King Salmon; Mediterranean Seafood; Ultimate Guacamole; Potato Topper; Green Bean; All-Purpose Vegetable; Mushroom; multi-purpose Salt-Free; Garlic Pepper; Sweet Lem
Details: $0.99 per spice pack
Availability: Available nationally and online
Categories: The "Spice" Rack
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Single portion Spice It Now! organic spice packs allow home diners to enjoy gourmet meals. The organic spice packs, available in a variety of flavors, retail at a budget-conscious $0.99. The spice packs are available for sale nationally and online.

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Chef of the Future - August 6, 2009

What it is: Cajun-style rub on seasoning
Details: $4.95 per 4-oz jar
Availability: Available online and in select areas starting August 2009
Categories: The "Spice" Rack
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Chef of the Future is a Cajun-style rub on seasoning. The Chef of the Future rub can be used on chicken, steak, beef, porkchops, seafood and more. The new cajun-style rub is available online and in select areas around the country starting August 2009.

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Vineyard Pantry Products - July 30, 2009

What it is: Napa Valley inspired pantry products
Varieties: Mustards; Grilling Glazes; Seasonings; Tapenades; Baking Mixes; Flavored Oils and Vinegars
Details: Prices range from $3.99 to $8.99
Availability: National distribution is expanding. Available at Whole Foods, Raleys, Nob Hill Foods and online at madeinnapavalley.com
Categories: The "Spice" Rack, "Specialty" foods
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Vineyard Pantry products are all natural, award-wining pantry products reflecting the Napa Valley casual style of entertaining. The products consisting of mustards, glazes, tapenades and more, help to add unique flavors to meals with ease.

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Mrs. Renfro’s Gourmet Salsa - July 27, 2009

What it is: Medium-heat gourmet salsa
Varieties: Pineapple, Pomegranate & Tequila
Details: $3.49 to $3.69 per 16-oz jar
Availability: Sold nationally in leading grocery stores, gourmet shops and online
Categories: The "Spice" rack, Canned & Bagged
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Mrs. Renfro’s gourmet salsa offers three new salsas with medium heat profile. All salsas are gluten-free, fat-free & made w/natural ingredients. The salsa is available nationwide in 16-oz jars

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Frank’s Redhot - July 13, 2009

What it is: BBQ and Buffalo sauces
Varieties: Sweet Heat BBQ Wings sauce; Hot Buffalo Wings sauce
Details: $2.99 per 12-oz bottle
Availability: Available in supermarkets nationwide
Categories: The "Spice" Rack
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Frank’s Redhot® sauces can be used on wings, or as a glaze or a dipping sauce. Splash the sauce on everyday foods for a flavorful taste. Frank’s Redhot® is available in two new flavors: Sweet Heat BBQ Wings sauce and Hot Buffalo Wings sauce.

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Mrs. Dash Seasoning Blends - April 20, 2009

What it is: Caribbean inspired seasoning blends
Varieties: Fiesta Lime; Caribbean Citrus
Details: $2.99 per 2.2 oz. (62 g.) container
Availability: Available in supermarkets nationwide, and on the company website, starting Spring 2009
Website: Visit the Manufacturer's Site
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Mrs. Dash Seasoning Blends are now available in two new salt and MSG-free varieties. The new varieties bring the robust flavors of the islands to any dish, without the salt.

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OOBA Tea - April 10, 2009

What it is: Carbonated hibiscus tea
Varieties: Hibiscus; Hibiscus & Orange; Hibiscus & Lime; Hibiscus & Vanilla; Hibiscus & Blackberry; Hibiscus & Pineapple
Details: $2.49 per 16-oz bottle
Availability: Hibiscus, Hibiscus & Orange and Hibiscus & Lime in stores now: Hibiscus & Vanilla, Hibiscus & Blackberry and Hibiscus & Pineapple available Spring 2009.
Categories: Beverages, The "Spice" Rack
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HiBix OOBA tea is a gently carbonated, lightly sweetened beverage as “exotic and beautiful as the hibiscus flower from which they’re made.” OOBA tea is available in five varieties and sold nationally in Whole Foods supermarkets.

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Truvia Natural Sweetener - March 18, 2009

What it is: Natural, zero calorie, sweetener made from the stem of the Stevia leaf
Details: $3.99 for 40-count carton; $6.49 for 80-count carton; $10.99 for 140-count carton
Availability: Available nationwide, on company website and amazon.com
Categories: The "Spice" Rack, Boxed & Bagged
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Truvia, zero calorie, natural sweetener has been available nationwide since October 2008. The sweetener, produced by the Cargill company, is a substitute for the everyday sweeteners of sugar and honey and is available in three different size packages.

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Gourmè Mist - January 7, 2009

What it is: Gourmè Mist™ is an environmentally friendly, continuous mist spray bottle filled with fine oils and vinegars
Varieties: Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Organic Canola Oil, Natural Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Barrel Aged Balsamic Vinegar, Barrel Aged Balsamic + Pomegranate Vinegar, Barrel Aged Balsamic + Raspberry Vinegar
Details: $9.00 per spray bottle (mister)
Availability: Available for purchase on the company website and amazon.com
Categories: The "Spice" Rack, "Specialty" foods
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Bull’s-Eye Barbecue Sauce - December 15, 2008

What it is: Barbecue sauce with no corn syrup.
Varieties: Brown Sugar & Hickory, Guinness Draught Beer Blend, Hickory Smoke, Original, Sweet & Tangy
Details: $2.09 per 18-oz bottle
Availability: At amazon.com
Categories: The "Spice" Rack
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Kraft Good Seasons Dressing with Extra Virgin Olive Oil - December 5, 2008

What it is: Salad dressing with extra virgin olive oil
Varieties: Classic Balsamic Vinaigrette, Greek Vinaigrette with Feta Cheese and Oregano, Italian Vinaigrette, Raspberry Vinaigrette with Poppyseed, Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette
Details: $2.99 per 14-oz bottle
Availability: At amazon.com
Categories: The "Spice" Rack
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Frieda’s Garlic Delight - November 21, 2008

What it is: Fresh garlic spread, dips and marinades
Details: $4.99 per 7-oz resealable tub
Availability: Available Nationwide and online at the company website
Categories: Original, Sun Dried Tomato, Chipotle, Green Olive
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Edward & Sons’ Native Forest Organic Chutney - November 5, 2008

What it is: Indian-inspired organic chutney
Varieties: Pineapple, Papaya, Mango Passion, Hot Mango
Details: $3.99 per 10-oz jar
Categories: The "Spice" Rack, "Specialty" foods
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Ragu Fresh & Simple Pasta Sauce - May 22, 2008

What it is: Packaged pasta sauce
Varieties: Traditional Tomato Basil, Garden Veggie, Tomato, Onion & Garlic
Details: $2.12 per 13.5 oz pouch
Availability: And amazon.com
Categories: The "Spice" Rack
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Thai Kitchens Curry Simmer Sauce - May 22, 2008

What it is: Natural curry sauce
Varieties: Green, Yellow, Red, Panang
Details: $3.39 per 11-oz jar
Availability: And amazon.com
Categories: The "Spice" Rack, "Specialty" foods
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