Food Quote by Ruby Parker Puckett
““Specifications for these products may be similar to the following:Δ Oil, mixed (cottonseed, soybean, and corn), 5-gallon container Shortening, all vegetable, high ratio, no trans fat, must not be partially hydrogenated or fractionated, 50-pound container Shortening, all vegetable, all purpose (smoking point 435°F [223°C]), no trans or saturated fats, 50-pound container Shortening, liquid, all vegetable with stabilizer, contains no trans fat (smoking point 440°F [227°C]), three 10-quart, six 5-quart, or six 1-gallon containers per case””
About This Quote
A detailed list of product specifications for various types of vegetable shortening, emphasizing non‑hydrogenated, trans‑free, and specific container sizes.
In simple terms: Product specs for vegetable shortening.
Key Takeaway
Check for non‑hydrogenated, trans‑free shortening.
Themes
food industry
product labeling
nutrition
regulation
ingredients
Mood
analytical
practical
Type
technical
informational
When to use this quote
- restaurant kitchens
- food manufacturing
- dietary planning
- health‑focused cooking
Key Concepts
trans fats
hydrogenation
food safety
packaging
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you verify current labeling standards?
- How do ingredient changes affect recipe outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Specs may be outdated as regulations evolve.
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