1. Do Kitchen Basics contain ingredients which can trigger a reaction in those people with food allergies? Click here for Allergy Information.

2. What is the shelf life of the product? Unopened, the product is good indefinitely. The carton provides a long-lasting barrier to spoilage, sometimes lasting years with little loss in flavor. Should the product be exposed to the air at room temperature for a few hours (carton opened or accidentally dropped and a seal broken), the product inside will ferment and produce a bad odor. To be safe, make sure the carton is not swollen, smell the product before pouring it out, and always bring your recipes to a boil to render the food safe. Once opened, the product is generally good for about 10 days.

3. How do I use Kitchen Basics? In any recipe calling for stock or broth, replace the amount called for with Kitchen Basics. Pour straight from the carton; no need to add water. To add flavor to rice, risotto, cous-cous, potatoes and noodles, cook in Kitchen Basics instead of water. A simple yet winning application is to put a chicken or roast in a large covered oven dish, cut up and add vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and onions, then pour a 12 oz. carton of Kitchen Basics over the food; cook at 375 degrees F for 1 1/2 hours.

4. Can Kitchen Basics Stocks be used on a diabetic diet? While you should always consult your doctor or dietitian, Kitchen Basics Stocks, at less than 1 gram of total sugars per serving, represents only a small fraction of the recommended daily allowance of sugar. Several diabetic clinics recommend Kitchen Basics as a basic ingredient in the diabetic diet.