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Studies have shown that citric acid can help your bones absorb calcium more easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur customers have used our citric acid as an ingredient in pretty much everything: cheeses, ice cream, alcoholic beverages, breads, and more. Because of its characteristic tart flavor, citric acid is often added to soft drinks and sour candies (the white, powdery coating on sour candies is likely citric acid). The strong, tart taste of citric acid is used as a flavoring agent to foods, beverages and even a couple of our salt-free blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e25 lb products will arrive in a bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hoosier Hill Farm","offers":[{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":42648351539271,"sku":"HHF91A","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1.75 lbs","offer_id":42648351572039,"sku":"HHF931","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 lbs","offer_id":42663671922759,"sku":"HHF904","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0668\/7739\/0919\/files\/HHF91_CitricAcid_1lb.jpg?v=1774841663"},{"product_id":"large-tapioca-pearls","title":"Large Tapioca Pearls","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoosier Hill Farm Large Tapioca Pearls \u003c\/strong\u003eare perfect for pudding! These round pearls made from 100% cassava root contain no artificial additives, color, or preservatives. Our pearls have a pleasant, chewy texture with more thickening power than instant tapioca. They are most commonly used to make tapioca pudding, but they're also found in a wide variety of sweet and savory dishes around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Use: \u003c\/strong\u003e Before adding to these large tapioca pearls to a recipe, soak for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight, in your refrigerator. Most pudding recipes call for soaking in milk. For a richer taste, we recommend using whole milk or cream flavored with vanilla. You can choose vanilla extract, vanilla paste, or a split and scraped vanilla bean. When cooking your soaked tapioca pearls, be sure to keep the heat low and stir frequently to prevent any sticking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place. We do not recommend refrigeration or freezing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s nothing like the first bite of a homemade dessert, and Hoosier Hill Farms is your source for the best quality ingredients to make your family's favorite treats. Your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hoosierhillfarm.com\/recipes\/honey-lemon-cupcakes\/\"\u003ecakes\u003c\/a\u003e, cookies, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hoosierhillfarm.com\/recipes\/banana-pudding\/\"\u003epuddings\u003c\/a\u003e, and pies will be better than ever when you choose the trusted quality of Hoosier Hill Farm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hoosier Hill Farm","offers":[{"title":"2 lbs","offer_id":42648351768647,"sku":"HHF227N","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0668\/7739\/0919\/files\/HHF227N_LargeTapiocaPearls_2lb_Front.jpg?v=1774810586"},{"product_id":"instant-clear-jel","title":"Instant Clear Jel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoosier Hill Farm Instant Clear Jel\u003c\/strong\u003e instantly thickens foods without cooking! Unlike our classic cook-type formulation, Instant Clear Jel works immediately with no stove top preparation necessary. Our no-cook instant formula made from modified corn starch stands up well to high temperatures, rapid temperature changes, and acidic ingredients. This versatile thickener is the natural choice for thickening foods instantly without requiring heating or cooking. This specialty food starch swells and thickens when added to water, milk, or juices. It's perfect for fruit pie fillings, syrups, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hoosierhillfarm.com\/recipes\/instant-berry-glaze\/\"\u003eglazes\u003c\/a\u003e with no cooking required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhen using Instant Clear Jel to thicken syrups, sauces, or other dishes, we recommend first mixing it with the other dry ingredients in the recipe, such as sugar. This technique prevents the starch from forming lumps and ensures a smooth, uniform consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place. We do not recommend refrigeration or freezing thickeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake delicious preserves, stunning fruit fillings, and sweets that are sure to impress with Hoosier Hill Farm’s line of quality \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hoosierhillfarm.com\/thickeners\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethickeners\u003c\/a\u003e. Add \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hoosierhillfarm.com\/shop-products\/fruit-pectin\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFruit Pectin\u003c\/a\u003e to your favorite jellies and jams. Try using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hoosierhillfarm.com\/shop-products\/agar-agar-powder\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAgar Agar Powder\u003c\/a\u003e as a vegetarian alternative to gelatin for making no-bake cheesecake, panna cotta, or gummy candy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hoosier Hill Farm","offers":[{"title":"1.5 lbs","offer_id":42648356356167,"sku":"HHF82","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0668\/7739\/0919\/files\/HHF82_InstantClearJel_1.5lb.jpg?v=1774811813"},{"product_id":"agar-agar-powder","title":"Agar Agar Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoosier Hill Farm Agar Agar Powder\u003c\/strong\u003e is a natural vegan, plant-based thickener and gelling agent made from red algae. Also known as kanten, this versatile ingredient is often used in place of gelatin powder in Japan. Its high gelling properties produce a thick, firm texture, and it sets quickly at room temperature. This makes it ideal for making vegan gelatin. It also can be substituted for cornstarch as a thickener, so it's a great addition to a variety of dishes, from soups and sauces to noodles to desserts. In addition, agar agar provides healthy dietary fiber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use Agar Agar Powder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Agar agar is more potent than gelatin and sets to a firmer, gummier texture. One teaspoon of agar agar provides the same thickening power as 2-3 teaspoons of gelatin, so keep this in mind if you're making a substitution to a recipe that calls for regular gelatin. If you're making a molded recipe like a gelatin or panna cotta, be sure to grease the mold before adding your agar agar mixture. Try adding it to fruit syrups for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hoosierhillfarm.com\/recipes\/fruit-punch-gummy-bears\/\"\u003ehomemade gummy candy\u003c\/a\u003e, or use it to make your own vegan cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place. 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Our classic cook-type formulation has a great tolerance for high temperatures. This makes it ideal for canning \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hoosierhillfarm.com\/recipes\/blueberry-pie-filling\/\"\u003efruit pie fillings\u003c\/a\u003e and making smooth gravies and sauces. Clear Jel works well with all types of ingredients, including acidic ones, and has a strong stability during freezing and thawing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhen using Clear Jel to thicken a pie filling or compote, we recommend first mixing it with an equal amount of water. To thicken one batch of fruit pie filling (enough for a 9-inch pie), start by mixing 1 tablespoon of Clear Jel with 1 tablespoon of water. Use a fork or whisk to make sure the mixture is smooth. Once combined, add the mixture directly to your pot of filling. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until bubbles appear. The filling will begin to thicken once removed from heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor thickening pie filling, the recommendation is 1 tbsp Clear Jel to 4 cups of berries and 1 ½ tbsp for six apples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place. We do not recommend refrigeration or freezing thickeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake delicious preserves, stunning fruit fillings, and sweets that are sure to impress with Hoosier Hill Farm’s line of quality \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hoosierhillfarm.com\/thickeners\/\"\u003ethickeners\u003c\/a\u003e. 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It is a naturally occurring thickening agent found in many fruits. Many recipes featuring pectin use the ingredient to add a stable, slightly gelled consistency to fillings, jams, and jellies when cooked. This sweet and fruity powder is the perfect pantry staple. Use it for thickening, canning, and preserving in a variety of recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use Fruit Pectin: \u003c\/strong\u003eMix our powdered fruit pectin into \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hoosierhillfarm.com\/?s=pectin\u0026amp;post_type=recipe\"\u003ejams\u003c\/a\u003e and pie fillings to help your preserves thicken, or try mixing it with a fruit puree to make jelly candies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place. We do not recommend refrigerating or freezing powdered pectin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake delicious preserves, stunning fruit fillings, and sweet confections that are sure to impress with Hoosier Hill Farm’s thickeners. Whether you're serving up a show-stopping dessert or canning preserves and fillings to stock your pantry shelves, our thickeners provide the perfect texture for any recipe. Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hoosierhillfarm.com\/shop-products\/clear-jel\/\"\u003eClear-Jel\u003c\/a\u003e for perfect pies and compotes. Add Fruit Pectin to your favorite jellies and jams. Try \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hoosierhillfarm.com\/shop-products\/agar-agar-powder\/\"\u003eAgar Agar Powder\u003c\/a\u003e as a vegetarian alternative to gelatin in all your favorite treats. 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