Toasted Wheat Germ 

Nutrient rich & great nutty flavor!

What is wheat germ? 

Wheat germ is the part of the wheat berry that's responsible for the germination and development of a new wheat plant. It makes up 2-3% of the entire wheat kernel. 

What's the nutritional benefit of wheat germ?

This small part of the wheat plant remarkably provides more nutrients, iron and potassium per ounce than almost any other grain or vegetable. It has more B vitamins than any other food except liver.

2 tablespoons of wheat germ has 6 IU of vitamin E, which is 20% of the Recommended Daily Value. Our Toasted Wheat Germ is a great source of vitamin E; it easily complements other great sources of vitamin E like nuts, oils, broccoli, avocado, papaya, and seeds.

Vitamin E is linked to a host of health benefits It may help to maintain cognitive function as we age, improve vitality, help maintain a healthy heart, and strengthen the immune system. Some of the best sources of vitamin E, unfortunately, are also high in fat and calories. It's important to choose foods, like wheat germ, that will not add extra fat and calories to our diet. 

Easily use wheat germ everyday:

• Sprinkle it, cook, or bake with it
• Make flour more nutritious: In recipes, replace up to 1/2 cup of flour
• Add a great nutty flavor to muffins, breads, pancakes, and much more
• We lock-in its naturally nutty flavor by toasting our wheat germ

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Recipe Corner

WHEAT GERM MUFFINS

1 cup all purpose flour, sifted
3 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup shortening
¾ cup quick cooking rolled oats
¼ cup wheat germ
1 egg
1 cup milk
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup raisins, optional
¼ cup granulated sugar
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Sift flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening. Stir in oats and wheat germ. Combine egg, milk and brown sugar. Beat together and stir into dry ingredients. Add raisins if desired. Spoon into 12 paper baking cups. Mix granulated sugar with cinnamon and sprinkle over batter while baking for 15 to 20 minutes at 425°.