INGREDIENTS FOR FLAVOR
We select ingredients to add flavor to our kids’ soups. Many of these are commonly used, but others you may not be familiar with. We’ve explained some of these here.
Garlic & onion extract
We use the liquid extracts of garlic and onion to add flavor to the broth.
Sodium phosphate
A type of salt that allows mixtures of ingredients to blend easily or “emulsify”. It is also used to maintain the flavor and texture of the pieces of chicken.
Yeast extract
A natural flavor derived from yeast which adds a savory taste.
INGREDIENTS FOR TEXTURE & COLOR
We carefully select ingredients that help blend the soup smoothly and ensure that it looks, as well as tastes, appealing.
Soy protein isolate
A protein made from soybeans which is used to help keep the chicken tender during cooking.
Yeast extract
A natural flavor derived from yeast which adds a savory taste.
INGREDIENTS WE ARE PHASING OUT
Parents have told us they would prefer to avoid feeding their kids certain ingredients, like MSG and artificial colors or flavors. As of late 2017, we had removed MSG and no artificial colors from our kids soups. We now use carrot puree to naturally color the kids’ line of soups.
Maltodextrin
A type of carbohydrate made from corn or potatoes used to create an even and consistent flavor in our food.