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About The Brandbob Moore'S Secret To Life May Just Be ''Work Hard And Keep It Simple.'' Living This Philosophy, Bob Literally Puts His Nose To The Grindstone Every Day. Bob'S Red Mill Natural Foods Is An Oregon-Based Company That Utilizes Simple, Old-World Technology To Mill Hundreds Of All-Natural Whole Grain Products.Bob'S Red Mill Is Dedicated To The Manufacturing Of Natural Foods In The Natural Way. In Their Own Words: ''With All The Sophisticated Knowledge Of Recent Times, No Machinery Has Yet Been Developed That Grinds Grains Into Flour Quite As Well As Our Flint-Hard Quartz Millstones Quarried In France And Used By Discriminating Millers Since Early Roman Times.''''Our Well-Dressed (Sharpened) Sets Of Millstones Turn The Highest Quality Wheat Into A Finer, Better Baking Bread Flour Than All The Hammer Mills, Steel Roller Mills, Steel Buhr Mills, Or Pulverizers Ever Built! These Slow Turning Millstones Grind The Bran, Endosperm, And Germ (Containing Its Nutritious Wheat Germ Oil) Into Flour In A Cool Natural Way, Creating A More Assimilable Food.''Bob'S Red Mill Stone Grinds All Common And Most Uncommon Grains Into Flours And Meals On Its Over 100-Year-Old Mills. They Mix Them Into An Astounding Array Of Unique Cereals, Pancake And Waffle Mixes, Machine And Hand-Made Bread Mixes, Quick Bread Mixes, Gluten-Free Mixes, And Specialty Grain Products.Product Descriptionbob'S Red Mill Xanthan Gum Is Must-Have For Any Gluten Free Baker. Xanthan Gum Thickens Batter And Gives Gluten Free Breads A Better Rise. It Also Help Emulsify Liquids That Would Otherwise Separate. The Name Comes From The Bacteria That Helps Creates The Final Product, Xanthomonas Campestris, Which Feeds On A Sugar, Then Ferments. The Fermentation Product Is Dried And Then Ground Into Xanthan Gum.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What are the main ingredients in Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free Xanthan Gum? A: The main ingredient is xanthan gum, derived from the fermentation of Xanthomonas campestris bacteria. It serves as a thickening agent and emulsifier.
- Q: How much does each pack of Bob's Red Mill Xanthan Gum weigh? A: Each pack contains eight ounces of xanthan gum. The product is sold in a pack of six, totaling forty-eight ounces.
- Q: Is Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free Xanthan Gum suitable for vegans? A: Yes, it is suitable for vegans. The product does not contain any animal-derived ingredients.
- Q: How do I use xanthan gum in my gluten free baking? A: You can use xanthan gum as a thickener or to improve the texture of gluten free baked goods. Typically, one teaspoon per cup of gluten free flour is recommended.
- Q: Can I use xanthan gum for thickening sauces? A: Yes, xanthan gum can be used to thicken sauces. Mix it with a small amount of liquid before adding it to the sauce to avoid clumping.
- Q: Is this product recommended for making gluten free bread? A: Yes, it is highly recommended for gluten free bread. Xanthan gum helps provide structure and a better rise in gluten free recipes.
- Q: What is the shelf life of Bob's Red Mill Xanthan Gum? A: The shelf life is typically two to three years if stored properly. Keep it in a cool, dry place to maintain its quality.
- Q: How should I store xanthan gum after opening? A: Store xanthan gum in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. This will help preserve its effectiveness for a longer period.
- Q: Can I freeze Bob's Red Mill Xanthan Gum? A: No, it is not recommended to freeze xanthan gum. Freezing can negatively affect its thickening properties.
- Q: How does xanthan gum compare to other thickeners like cornstarch? A: Xanthan gum is more effective than cornstarch for gluten free recipes, providing better texture and stability. It works in smaller quantities than cornstarch.
- Q: Is Bob's Red Mill Xanthan Gum safe for people with nut allergies? A: Yes, it is safe for those with nut allergies. The product does not contain any nuts or nut-derived ingredients.
- Q: What types of recipes are best for using xanthan gum? A: Xanthan gum is great for gluten free bread, sauces, dressings, and baked goods. It enhances the texture and consistency of these recipes.
- Q: Can xanthan gum be used in dairy-free recipes? A: Yes, xanthan gum is suitable for dairy-free recipes. It helps emulsify and stabilize dairy alternatives.
- Q: Is Bob's Red Mill Xanthan Gum certified kosher? A: Yes, it is certified kosher pareve. This makes it suitable for those following kosher dietary laws.
- Q: What is the best way to incorporate xanthan gum into a recipe? A: To incorporate xanthan gum, mix it with dry ingredients first or blend it with a small amount of liquid before adding to the mixture. This prevents clumping.

