Nutritional Yeast Flakes - 22 oz. Kal

What's Nutritional Yeast?
Nutritional Yeast sometimes gets confused with Brewer’s yeast. The two are similar, yet have some differences. And, Nutritional Yeast is not the same as bread yeast. It’s deactivated yeast that has a strong, nutty or roasted flavor. Some people think it tastes cheesy. Some think it tastes more nutty. It’s a popular ingredient in vegan recipes, especially cheese alternatives like vegan mac ‘n cheese or dips and sauces. It also makes excellent brown gravy! Nutritional yeast is a strain of Saccharomyces cerevisiae, a species of yeast. On the other hand, Brewer’s yeast is a by-product of the brewing industry and typically has a more bitter taste. Nutritional Yeast is often preferred for recipes and as a seasoning. Sprinkle on salads, yogurt, or vegetables. You can use Nutritional Yeast in all the same ways you would a grated cheese.

Nutritional Yeast Nutrition
Kal Nutritional Yeast Flakes deliver some serious nutrition including a full range of amino acids and minerals such as choline, inositol, lithium, nickel, tin, alanine, arginine, aspartic acid, cysteine, glutamic acid, glycine, histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, proline, serine, threonine, tryptophan, tyrosine, and valine! Kal Nutritional Yeast provides a whopping dose of 500% vitamin B12 per serving (about 3 rounded tablespoons). It also has megadoses of thiamine (820%), riboflavin (720%), vitamin B6 (700%), and biotin (300%). That’s not to mention the folic acid, pantothenic acid, phosphorous, zinc, selenium, and molybdenum – all for 11 net carbs per serving and only 80 calories. Add Nutritional Yeast Flakes to your diet, eating plan, or healthy routine for an extra punch of nutrition and great-tasting nourishment.

Nutritional Yeast Benefits
Using Nutritional Yeast daily provides a variety of health benefits due to its dense, rich nutritional content. Vitamin B12 is an essential vitamin that your body can’t produce on its own. Since Kal Nutritional Yeast Flakes are packed with vitamin B12, it’s an excellent supplement for your diet. Vitamin B12 provides health benefits such as normal nerve cell function and robust red blood cell formation which helps ward against anemia and low energy levels. Vitamin B12 might also help protect your eye health, support healthy bones, improve mood and depression, and support brain health, among other benefits. The abundant amino acid content in Kal Nutritional Yeast Flakes assists lean muscle growth and strength. The thiamine content (also known as vitamin B1) aids in the breakdown and digestion of carbohydrates. Vitamin B6 promotes healthy metabolism. This just touches the surface on all the wonderful health benefits that Nutritional Yeast Flakes can provide.

Nutritional Yeast Cheese Sauce
There are so many vegan cheese sauce and dip recipes out there, you are encouraged to do some research and find the ones that suit your particular dietary wants and needs. However, know this – making a cheese alternative sauce from Nutritional Yeast Flakes is easy and delicious! One of the simplest ways is to make a Mexican queso dip using equal parts Nutritional Yeast Flakes and salsa. Mix in ¾ the amount of cashews and add a dash of taco seasoning. Add ¼ water, then blend in a mixer. If the sauce is too thick, just add some more water or salsa and blend until you find the right consistency. This simple cheese sauce alternative requires only your taste buds to get the specific flavor just the way you like it. The cashews add creaminess, and the salsa adds flavor plus color. What you get in the end is a cheesy-looking and tasting cheese alternative made with healthy ingredients that even the omnivores in your life will love!

Do Nutritional Yeast Flakes Need to be Refrigerated?
No, Kal Nutritional Yeast Flakes do not need to be refrigerated. They store well for a long time in mild temperatures. Keep away from heat so they last even longer.