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Vol. 6, No. 2
March 20, 2001Soyfoods USA ...a monthly e-mail newsletter designed to inform media sources, dietitians, and consumers about the latest soyfoods information.
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CONTENTS
1. More Soy Cooking
2. New Soy Discussion Forum
3. Soy Raises Good Cholesterol
4. New Soy Products Abound
5. March Recipes
_ All American Cheeseburger
_ Spicy Black Soybean Salsa
_ Sausage & Pepperoni Pizza
6. Getting on and off our list***********************
MORE SOY COOKING
Marie Oser has published a follow-up to the best selling Soy of Cooking, this time introducing alternative ingredients and techniques to replace high fat and cholesterol-laden fare. She revitalizes a variety of classic dishes, from Chile Non Carne to Stuffed Mushrooms, from Sweet Italian Sausage with Peppers to Turkey Tetrazzini. The paperback book is titled More Soy Cooking: Healthful Renditions of Classic Traditional Meals. 307 pages.
http://www.veggiechef.com/schedule.htm
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NEW SOY DISCUSSION FORUM
A new soy discussion forum sponsored by the Soy Protein Partners has opened at...
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SOY RAISES GOOD CHOLESTEROL
Researchers from Tulane University say adding soy to your diet can improve levels of good cholesterol. They studied 150 men and women between the ages of 35 and 65 with normal cholesterol levels. For 12 weeks, half of the participants received a soy supplement every day while the other half received a carbohydrate placebo. At the end of the study, those receiving soy showed nearly a 5 percent increase in their "good" cholesterol levels when compared to the control group.
Jiang He, M.D., Ph.D., from Tulane University says, "When 40 grams of soy protein were added to the daily diet of a group of men and women with normal lipid profiles, their levels of 'good' high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol increased, while their levels of 'bad' low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol were not significantly affected."
Previous studies show soy has a significant benefit on people who have high cholesterol levels, but this study shows those benefits also expand to people with normal cholesterol levels. Soy protein contains all the essential amino acids found in animal protein. Dr. He says, "Most bean proteins are good for health. However, soybean protein is the only one that has been documented to affect cholesterol levels by clinical trials."
The results of the study were presented at the Cardiovascular Disease Epidemiology and Prevention conference held in San Antonio, Texas.
http://dailynews.yahoo.com/h/nm/20010302/sc/heart_soy_dc_1.html
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NEW SOY PRODUCTS ABOUND
A feature at just-food.com explains that 2000 new soy products have been launched over the past 10 years, with sales exceeding $2.5 billion in the US. The articles states that soyfood's rising popularity is largely due to its health benefits, endorsed by the FDA and the American Heart Association. Research shows that it can help lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease, osteoporosis, cancer and diabetic kidney disease.
http://www.just-food.com/features_detail.asp?art=385&app=1&fotw=sct
To give you an idea of the kinds of new soy products, we list some here that have come to our attention recently. Many of these products are so new they are not posted at their Web sites, but you can contact the company for more information. Some companies are so new they do not even have a Web site, so we provide a telephone number instead. If your local grocer does not carry a product you want, ask the store manager to stock it for you. Often they will try to comply with such requests.
Many of the new soy products seem to be desserts and snacks...
...Double Rainbow, maker of premium ice cream products, now sells SoyCream, a creamy soy dessert that comes in several flavors, including: Vanilla Bean, Mint Chocolate Chip, Butter Pecan, Very Cherry Chip, Blueberry, Chocolate Chocolate Chip and Coffee Almond Fudge.
...Tofutti, which sells a popular soy frozen dessert products, has a new Super Soy Supreme product, available in several flavors: Cappucino, Plulm Krazy, Vanilla and Chocolate. Other new products include a soy cheese pizza and a soy bagel.
http://www.tofutti.com/test/products/productline.html
...The makers of Better Than Milk now offers a soy-based dessert mix for use in home ice cream freezers, soft-serve machines, or as a smoothie.
http://www.betterthanmilk.com/
...Turtle Mountain says it is offering the world's first super premium non-dary frozen dessert called Purely Decadent Soy Delicious. Many flavors: Cherry Nirvana, Praline Pecan, Cookie Avalanche, Chunky Mint Madness, Purely Vanilla, Peanut Buter Zigzag, Chocolate Obsession and Chocolate Brownie Almond.....
http://www.turtlemountain.com/
...Imagine Foods is promoting their new Soy Dream frozen desserts that you can purchase in pint and quart containers, on a stick dipped in chocolate and in a chocolate wafer cookie topped with vanilla Frozen Soy Dream. Many different flavors.
...A low-fat "Melts in your mouth" Soy Fudge Mix from the Dixie Diners' Club will probably appeal to your sweet tooth as well. All you do is add boiling water, stir and pour.
...White Wave has three new baked tofu products: Lemon Pepper, Barbeque and Tomato Basil. They are not listed on their Web site, yet, but you can expect to see the products in stores soon.
...Dr. Soy has some new single-serve Chocolate Covered and Honey Roasted soy nuts. Made with unsalted, dry roasted, non-gmo beans.
...Wildwood Natural Foods has three new certified Organic Soymilk products: Original, Real Vanilla and Chocolate.
http://www.wildwoodnaturalfoods.com/
...Pacific Organic Soy Drinks come in two new flavors: Strawberry and Coffee.
...Hearty & Natural, a division of Sunrich, Inc. now offers three new green soybean products: Edamame Soybeans - in the pod, Sweet Soybeans - shelled and Sweet Blend, a blend of sweet soybeans and organic sweet corn. Find them in the frozen food section of your grocery store.
http://sunrich.com/hn/products/
...A company we have not seen before, StarLite Cuisine, markets four soy products: Soy Taquito, Soy Tenders, B.B.Q. Smoke Patties and Spicy Cajun Patties.
http://www.starlitecuisine.com/products.htm
...How about soy waffles? Van's International sells Soy Flax Organic Waffles. Available in the frozen food section.
http://www.vansintl.com/Products1.htm
...Back to Nature is introducing a new Soy Granola Cereal made with whole grain rolled oats, soy rice crispy, mixed fruit juice concentrate, soy protein concentrate, whey, maltodextrin, soybean oil and coconut.
800-638-8686
...Many people are familiar with Morningstar Farms products, a division of Kellogg's. They now offer a new Natural Touch Thai Burger
http://www.morningstarfarms.com/
...Soyburg, USA features Grilled Rio Grande Burger with Black Beans, Grilled Boston Burger with Lentils & Yellow Peas, and Grilled Santa Fe Burger with Sweet Corn & Mushrooms.
800-49909616
...Zoe Foods has gotten a lot of notice for their new Flax & Soy bars, which come in two flavors: Apple Crisp and Chocolate.
...Health Soylutions has a new Soynut Butter Crunch soy snack.
http://www.healthysoylutions.com/
...A new soy chip we had not seen before is offered by Glen Foods, Inc. Soy Crisps come in three flavors: Onion & Garlic, Apple Cinnamon and Lightly Salted. They also sell Soy Veggie Nuts.
http://www.healthysoylutions.com/
...Wedgie Dietetic Foods, Inc. also makes a new soy chip called Suzie's Soy Crisp, a baked soy snack chip that comes in five flavors: Spicy Cajun, Onion Garlic, Apple Cinnamon, Sour Cream & Onion and Lightly Salted.
718-768-0821
These are only a few of the new soy products coming on the market. We are constantly updating our database at http://soyfoods.com/directory.html, so check there in the future for the latest information.
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MARCH RECIPES, courtesy of the Indiana Soybean Board
ALL AMERICAN CHEESEBURGER
1 (14 oz.) refrigerated soy burger-type crumbles
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 slices soy American cheeseCombine all ingredients except cheese in bowl and mix well. Divide and shape into four burgers. Cook on grill over medium-high indirect heat until heated throughout, about 10 minutes. Turn once during cooking. Can also cook in skillet on stove top. Remove burgers and top each with one slice of cheese immediately, so cheese will begin to melt slightly. Serve immediately on Kaiser roll or hamburger bun.
Yield: 4 burgers. Serving size: One 3.5 ounce cheeseburger. Per serving: 168 calories, 2 g fat (0 g sat fat), 20 g protein (15 g soy protein), 16 g carbohydrate, 0 mg cholesterol, 935 mg sodium,
2 g dietary fiber.
SPICY BLACK SOYBEAN SALSA
4 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 (4.5 oz.) can chopped green chiles, drained
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely diced
2/3 cup canned black soybeans, drainedCombine all ingredients in a medium bowl. Serve at room temperature or chill before serving. Store in refrigerator.
Yield: 3-1/2 cups. Serving size: 1/4 cup. Per serving: 24 calories, 0.5 g fat (0 g sat fat), 1.5 g protein (1 g soy protein), 4 g carbohydrate, 70 mg sodium, 0 mg cholesterol, 1.5 g dietary fiber.
SAUSAGE & PEPPERONI PIZZA
1 (16 oz.) premade Italian pizza crust (12-inch size)
1 (4 oz.) package soy pepperoni slices
1 (14 oz.) jar pizza sauce
7 oz. soy sausage-style crumbles
2/3 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup thinly sliced fresh onion rings
1 teaspoon crushed dried oregano
2 cups (8 oz.) shredded mozzarella cheese or soy cheesePreheat oven to 450° F. Place pizza crust on baking sheet. Top with sauce and all ingredients. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and all toppings are completely heated throughout.
Yield: One pizza, cut into 8 slices. Serving size: One slice. Per serving: 293 calories, 9 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 22 g protein (6 g soy protein), 34 g carbohydrate, 20 g cholesterol, 955 mg sodium, 4 g dietary fiber.
Pizza Variations:
· Add crumbled extra firm tofu over the pizza before adding the cheese.
· Use the different varieties of soy cheeses.
· Be creative and use the different types of soy meat alternatives to replace traditionally toppings such as soy ham, soy turkey, soy burger crumbles and soy Canadian bacon.
· Make a soy pizza dessert by covering a baked pizza crust with soynut butter, chocolate pieces and miniature marshmallows. Pop the pizza in the oven just long enough to melt the chocolate and marshmallows.***********************
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