Made Of Wheat Flour And Veal Fat

This ingredient is a combination of wheat flour and veal fat. Wheat flour is made by grinding wheat grain, and veal fat is rendered from the fatty tissues of calves. It is typically prepared by blending these two components.

Manufacturers add this ingredient primarily as a base for savory dishes, providing both thickening and flavor. It is commonly found in products like frozen dinners, seasoning mixes, and dry dinner preparations, often serving as a foundation for sauces or gravies, such as demi-glace.

Wheat flour and veal fat are common food ingredients generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when consumed as part of a typical diet. At typical intake levels, this ingredient contributes calories, carbohydrates from the flour, and fat, including saturated fat, from the veal. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025-2030) recommend limiting saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories. This ingredient has not been specifically evaluated by JECFA or EFSA as a combined food additive, as it is considered a composite food component.