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About
our Ingredients
Where
can I buy your products?
At your
favorite supermarkets, Galaxy’s Veggie brand products,
Wholesome Valley Organic Slices, and Galaxy
brand products may be found in the dairy case or in the produce
section. If you previously purchased formägg products
and can no longer find them, please look for our Veggie
brand products. You may call (800) 808-2325 to listen to a
recorded list of supermarkets in your area or click on the
“Where to Buy”
icon.
In health
food stores, our products are sold under the Soyco
and Soymage brand names. Soyco products include
Veggy Singles, Rice, Oat & Almond Slices. Dairy-free
Soymage products are the perfect solution if you are
a vegan or are allergic to dairy products. If you do not find
the products you are looking for, please have your store contact
their distributor.
In restaurants,
you can taste our delicious formägg low fat mozzarella
at Sbarro, the Italian Eatery. Sbarro offers a veggie pizza
with formägg at most of their 700 locations nationwide.
Can
I use these cheese products in my regular recipes?
In general,
you may use your own recipes and substitute any of our dairy
alternatives keeping in mind that cooking times may vary when
substituting low fat products in recipes calling for high
fat dairy products.
Our low
fat cheese slices and chunks melt beautifully and slightly
faster than regular cheese. If you shred the chunks, the cheese
will melt better if covered. Shreds are great on a salad or
sprinkled as a garnish over a main dish.
All of
our sour cream alternatives are terrific when used as a topping
or dip and all of our grated products can be used in cooking
or as a topping. Soymage slices and chunks have a slight
melt since they are dairy-free.
Our Veggie
Milk performs beautifully as a milk replacement in most
recipes. Like dairy milk, it can curdle or thicken when combined
with high-acid foods. Veggie Milk with orange juice
makes a delicious quick smoothie.
Do
you have recipes using your products?
Yes.
(click here)
Do
the products have to be refrigerated? Can they be frozen?
All of
our products, except the grated toppings, should be refrigerated
at all times. The expiration date is on the package. Since
our products are made with all natural ingredients, we ask
that you use these products as quickly as possible after the
package is opened in order to prevent spoilage. The grated
parmesan toppings are shelf stable products and do not have
to be refrigerated until after they are opened. They will
keep for several weeks under refrigeration. All products may
be frozen. To achieve best results, take the following precautions
after freezing: thaw product slowly in the refrigerator; remove
slices carefully from wrapping as the slices tend to become
shorter after freezing; soft products such as cream cheese,
margarine and sour cream should be stirred to restore proper
consistency.
What
is casein? Does casein contain lactose? Is it a dairy product?
Our formägg,
Veggie Slices, Soyco and Rice products are made
using casein, which is derived from skim milk. Casein is the
main protein of skim milk and is separated from the milk by
a special process that removes most of the milk components,
leaving pure dairy protein. Casein has no animal fat or cholesterol.
There are trace amounts of lactose in casein, but not enough
to be a problem for people who are lactose intolerant. Our
Veggie Slices and Rice Slices contain approximately
7 grams of casein per ounce.
What
products do you have for vegans or people who are allergic
to milk?
If you
are a vegan or if you are allergic to milk products, please
try our Soymage products, which are completely dairy-free,
as stated in bold print on the front of the package. If you
wish to purchase only dairy-free cheese alternatives, please
look for the words “dairy-free” on the front of
the manufacturer’s package. Terms such as “lactose-free”
and “veggie” or “rice” do not mean dairy-free.
Our Soymage products, which are sold in health food
stores, are free of casein, and any animal products or by-products,
including rennet.
Do
you have gluten-free products suitable for celiacs?
Our formägg,
Veggie Slices, Soyco and Soymage products are gluten-free.
The retail products that we manufacture which may not be suitable
for celiacs, or those avoiding gluten, would be our Galaxy
brand Sandwich Slices, our Oat Slices and Chunks
and our Veggie Milk. The Sandwich Slices contain
wheat starch that is practically free of gluten. The oat products
contain oat gluten. The Veggie Milk contains oat fiber
and may not be suitable for celiacs.
Do
your products contain MSG? What is in the “natural flavors?”
In addition
to being cholesterol-free and lactose-free, our branded products
contain no MSG, hydrolyzed vegetable protein, active yeast,
mold, or cultures. They also do not contain artificial flavors
or colors as defined by the FDA. We do use inactivated yeast
extract as a natural flavor. All Soyco and Soymage
products contain no preservative; however, our Veggie
brand products do contain minimal amounts of sorbic acid,
a preservative. The source of maltodextrin is corn and/or
rice. Dairy-free Soymage products contain no animal
products or by-products, including casein or rennet. The natural
flavorings, which are not manufactured by Galaxy Nutritional Foods,
are made with FDA approved ingredients and do not compromise
the integrity of the product.
What
are the tiny white spots on the cheese?
White spots sometimes occur after the product has left the
plant. This phenomenon, referred to as “salting out,”
is due to products being frozen or stored under conditions
that are too cold. The spots do not damage the product or
interfere with the taste.
There
is lactic acid in your products. Isn’t this the same
as lactose?
Although
the terms are confusingly similar, the lactic acid does not
contain lactose. Lactose, a milk sugar, is a carbohydrate.
Lactic acid is an acidulant that adds tartness and controls
acidity. They are two entirely different substances.
What
is the Isoflavone content of the soy products?
The Veggie
Slices and Veggy Singles contain 2 mg. of Isoflavones
per slice. The Veggie Milk contains 20 mg. per cup.
About
our Ingredients:
Casein
Major milk protein. It is a complete protein thus it does not need to be supplemented by other proteins.
Unhydrogenated Canola Oil
It is in its original form as it occurs in nature. It is deodorized to provide a clean, consistent flavor by removing volatile off-flavors. Unhydrogenated canola oil contains only mono and polyunsaturated fats and has virtually no trans fatty acids (saturated fats).
Tricalcium, and Potassium Phosphates
Uses to provide proper desirable texture and body to the finished product. Good source of calcium, potassium and phosphorus required by the human body.
Natural Flavors
To provide proper profile of a flavor being duplicated. All these flavors are free of hydrolyzed vegetable proteins and monosodium glutamate.
Textured Vegetable Protein
Derived from soybeans, provide valuable protein.
Calcium Propionate
Maintains freshness by suppressing mold growth. Also provides calcium.
Carotenal Colors
Derived from Beta Carotene
Powdered Cellulose
A natural fiber made out of natural pulp. Source of indigestible fiber and anti-caking agent.
Maltodextrin
High in complex carbohydrates and is minimally refined. This results from breaking up of long starch molecules into smaller more easily digestible molecules.
Sodium Phosphate
For achieving proper body and texture. Also, source of phosphorus.
Xanthan Gum
A food stabilizer gum produced from natural ingredients by bacterial action.
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