Made of Whole Grain Hard Red Winter Wheat, noted for its full-bodied nutty flavor this Linguine has surprisingly delicate texture and great durability. Hard Red Winter Wheat is traditionally planted in the fall providing it a richer flavor but retaining its properties as an excellent source of protein, dietary fibers, manganese and selenium.

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Hierloom Cranberry Beans

Produced by nature and cultivated by world cultures through thousands of years, heirloom beans are untouched by genetic sciences or modern technology. These beans were first bred in Colombia before finding their way up to North America and across the globe. Used in Italian, Spanish and Portuguese cuisine, Cranberry beans are plump and pale pink with maroon markings.

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Dukkah Spice Blend

Dukkah is a traditional Egyptian recipe that consists of ground nuts, seeds and spices that is the perfect companion to fresh bread and extra virgin olive oil. The Clif Family Kitchen variety is an explosive blend of toasted sesame seeds, ground pistachios and flavorful spices such as coriander and cumin to create a warm and slightly sweet blend with a buttery, nutty base.

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Garbanzo Beans

While garbanzos aren't a true "new world" bean, the Rancho Gordo team loved them so much that they decided to introduce them as a new crop in California. One of the oldest cultivated vegetables with 7,500 year-old remains found in the middle east these heirloom beans provide a good source of protein that can be enjoyed year-round.

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Coconut Peanut Butter

Those who love the health properties of coconut oil and reminisce about the childhood adoration of peanut butter are in for a treat! Made with only organic roasted unsalted peanuts, unsweetened coconut, peanut oil, all-natural coconut extract and salt this spread makes for a mouth-watering treat that can add a boost of flavor to sweet and savory dishes alike.

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Nomad Spice Blend

Drawing upon such spices native to the Mediterranean Coast, the Nomad spice blend, is the quintessential flavor boost to dishes traditionally found in this area. This fragrant spice blend is robust with lots of warm, herbaceous flavors. "Nomad" features a blend of sumac, sesame, coriander, thyme, mint, onion, and red pepper - salt- and sugar-free, vegan, and Paleo-friendly.

Split Emmer Farro

This ancient style of bulgur is literally split in half from Bluebird Grain Farms' whole grain emmer. Traditionally known as Farro Spezzato in Italy it cooks in 1/3 the time (20 minutes) and yields a light, airy cooked grain with tremendous flavor and soft texture.