{"product_id":"organic-tahini","title":"Organic Tahini – Roasted Sesame Butter, No Added Sugar","description":"\u003c!-- BA:PRODUCT-DETAILS:START --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEast Wind Crafts is the member-owned retail business of East Wind Community in Tecumseh, Missouri. The community was founded on May 1, 1974, by a group that included Kathleen “Kat” Kinkade, and its early craft enterprises helped support a cooperative way of life. Members share income, expenses and responsibility for everyday needs. Their businesses reflect that commitment to working together, supporting their community and building lasting relationships with customers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOne-ingredient organic sesame butter for hummus and sauces\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrganic tahini brings sesame flavor to hummus, dressings, dips and baking. East Wind’s manufacturer information describes this seed butter as lightly roasted organic sesame seeds milled without stabilizers, preservatives, artificial flavors or colors. Its single-ingredient recipe contains no added sugar or palm oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIngredients and origin information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredient:\u003c\/strong\u003e organic sesame seeds. East Wind identifies its nut and seed butter manufacturing operation in Tecumseh, Missouri. Its current public tahini information does not identify the country where the sesame seeds are grown. This listing therefore makes no U.S.-grown sesame claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer identifies this tahini as organic, vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO and kosher. Check the current container for certification markings, Nutrition Facts and its complete allergen statement. Organic status describes how an ingredient is produced and certified; it does not establish its growing country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:PRODUCT-DETAILS:END --\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:FEATURES:START --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlan your recipe and choose the right size\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing has a 16 oz glass jar and a 15 lb bulk container. The manufacturer’s wholesale information also identifies those formats. Each selected option is one container rather than a multi-jar package. A jar suits occasional home cooking, while a larger bucket is intended for kitchens that regularly prepare sesame sauces or hummus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlend tahini into a hummus recipe with the other ingredients your recipe specifies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisk it into a lemon dressing or sauce, adding liquid gradually to reach your preferred consistency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse it in baking recipes developed for sesame butter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair a sesame dressing with vegetables or a grain dish according to your own recipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/american-made-pantry-staples\"\u003epantry staples\u003c\/a\u003e for other cooking ingredients, or compare \u003ca href=\"\/products\/almond-butter\"\u003ealmond butter\u003c\/a\u003e when deciding which nut or seed spread your recipe needs. These products contain different allergens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:FEATURES:END --\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:SPECIFICATIONS:START --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFormat and sesame-allergen details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecipe: organic sesame seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreparation: lightly roasted and milled, according to manufacturer information.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListed formats: 16 oz jar and 15 lb bulk container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains sesame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduced on equipment shared with almonds and cashews, in a facility that also processes peanuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eTahini is a seed butter, but that does not make this product suitable for someone avoiding tree nuts or peanuts. The manufacturer’s shared-equipment and shared-facility information applies to this sesame product. Review the current package before serving it to anyone with an allergy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:SPECIFICATIONS:END --\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:BUYERS-GUIDE:START --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage, shipping and returns\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStirring and storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNatural oil separation is expected. Before serving, stir thoroughly with a clean utensil, reaching the bottom so the oil and solids combine evenly. Keep the container tightly closed in a cool, dark, dry location, away from heat and direct sunlight. The maker says refrigeration is optional and can help preserve freshness. Follow the directions and best-by information on the container you receive; avoid introducing water or food crumbs into the butter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping for this product\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrganic tahini in the selected 16 oz jar or 15 lb bulk container ships under East Wind’s retail shipping policy, normally via UPS or USPS. An alternative carrier requires supplier approval before the order is placed. Check the shipping charge for your selected container and destination at checkout. Bulk buckets are single heavy containers; select the net weight you intend to receive. Contact BuyAmerican before ordering if special delivery arrangements are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReturns and damage claims\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFood returns are restricted under \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003eBuyAmerican’s refund policy\u003c\/a\u003e. Contact hello@buyamerican.mom promptly about damage, an incorrect item or a product concern. East Wind reviews food refunds and returns individually. For damage claims, retain the packaging and provide five photos showing different angles of the damaged product and packaging. Approved undamaged returns are shipped at the purchaser’s expense unless otherwise agreed; the maker’s clearance sales are final. Obtain authorization and the correct return instructions from BuyAmerican before sending anything back.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor general information on ingredient declarations and cross-contact warnings, read the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/consumers\/consumer-updates\/have-food-allergies-read-label\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFDA’s guide to reading food-allergen labels\u003c\/a\u003e. This general guidance does not certify this product or replace its current label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- BA:BUYERS-GUIDE:END --\u003e","brand":"East Wind Crafts","offers":[{"title":"16oz","offer_id":67784732279076,"sku":"62224-R1","price":8.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15lb","offer_id":67784732311844,"sku":"62624-R","price":105.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/2494\/1860\/files\/IMG_9674_square.jpg?v=1792264342","url":"https:\/\/buyamerican.mom\/products\/organic-tahini","provider":"BuyAmerican","version":"1.0","type":"link"}