Organic Turkey Base
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What it is
Organic Turkey Base is a concentrated liquid or powder made from roasted organic turkey bones, meat, and vegetables. It is simmered to extract flavor and nutrients, then often reduced to a paste or dried to create a base for soups, gravies, and sauces. The 'organic' designation means it is made from ingredients produced according to USDA organic standards.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use organic turkey base to add a savory, rich turkey flavor and aroma to foods. It acts as a flavor enhancer and is commonly found in packaged soups, gravies, sauces, and seasoned rice or pasta dishes. It provides a convenient way to impart a homemade-like turkey taste without using whole turkey.
Health notes
Organic Turkey Base is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of protein and some minerals. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many food ingredients, but specific evaluations for 'organic turkey base' as a distinct ingredient are not widely published. At typical consumption levels found in processed foods, it does not pose health risks.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. It is derived from turkey, which is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten unless added separately.
Products containing Organic Turkey Base
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The Kroger Co.
Turkey Flavored Gravy, Turkey
33kcal
0Protein
0.8Fat
5Carbs
Whole Foods Market, Inc.
Turkey Organic Gravy, Turkey
63kcal
1.6Protein
4.0Fat
6.3Carbs
(S.M.G.) Shoals Music Group
Organic Turkey Stock
High in sodium — 28% DV per serving
4kcal
0.4Protein
0Fat
0.4Carbs
Whole Foods Market, Inc.
Turkey & Wild Rice Soup, Turkey & Wild Rice
High in sodium — 32% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving
78kcal
3.3Protein
3.3Fat
9.0Carbs