Lisanatti® Foods follows specific SSOP’s (Standard Sanitation Operating Procedures) and CGMP’s (Current Good Manufacturing Practices) that are reviewed by an independent 3rd party. Our procedures meet or exceed ODA (Oregon Department of Agriculture) regulations and standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Allergen Control & Sanitation
Almonds
We use only raw, organic almonds that are flashed with steam in order to meet current Federal regulations. We keep the brown skins on so you can see almond pieces in every package of THE ORIGINAL Almond® chunks and shreds.
Annatto
The certified organic annatto in Lisanatti® cheese alternatives is extracted from the seeds of the Achiote plant, a renewable resource that grows in the tropical and sub-tropical regions of the world.
BPA
There is no BPA (Bisphenol A) used in our packaging.
Calcium
The calcium in Lisanatti® products is primarily from the casein (milk protein).
Canola Oil
Lisanatti® Foods uses only non-GMO, expeller pressed Canola oil.
Carrageenan
Carrageenan is a natural carbohydrate approved for food production since the 1930’s. We currently include food grade (undegraded) carrageenan in our RiceCheeze® Snack Sticks.
Casein
The casein used in Lisanatti® products is the protein derived from dairy milk. Vegetarians usually include milk in their diet as a good source of calcium and protein.
Cholesterol
There is no cholesterol in Lisanatti® cheese alternatives.
Citric Acid
The citric acid used in our cheese alternatives is manufactured from only non-GMO corn.
Corn
Non-GMO corn is used to produce the citric acid in Lisanatti® cheese alternatives.
Emulsifiers
Some ingredients, like oil and water, do not remain well blended. Emulsifiers are used to prevent their separation.
Food Starch Modified
This ingredient is non-GMO potato starch.
Enzymes
There are no animal enzymes used in any Lisanatti® products.
Flavorings
Our flavorings are a proprietary blend of concentrated dairy derivatives that are rBST-free, contain no artificial ingredients, and quality for current natural claims.
Freezing
All Lisanatti® cheese alternatives, except our SoySation Slices, can be frozen; however, the packaging film is not intended for long-term freezing. If choosing to freeze, we recommend putting an unopened package into an airtight bag or container. After freezing, we recommend the product be allowed to thaw slowly in a refrigerator.
Gluten
All of our products are gluten-free.
GMO’s
Lisanatti® Foods has been testing for GMO’s (Genetically Modified Organisms) since the mid-1990’s. Independent labs consistently report that our products are free of GMO’s.
Handling after opening
Using good sanitation practices, keep all Lisanatti® products tightly wrapped or in an airtight container in your refrigerator at 34 – 38 degrees F. Our products are best when used within 7 days of opening.
Herbs
The herbs in THE ORIGINAL Almond® – Garlic Herb Style are basil, onion, and oregano.
Hydrogenated oil
There are no hydrogenated oils in our cheese alternatives.
Iodate / Iodine
There is no iodate or iodine in our products.
Irradiation
None of the ingredients in Lisanatti® cheese alternatives is irradiated.
Kosher
Our products are made using many ingredients that are Kosher; however, we do not have that certification at this time.
Lactose
There is no detectable lactose in any Lisanatti® cheese alternatives.
MSG
There is no MSG or any MSG-related ingredients in our products.
Nightshade
There are peppers in THE ORIGINAL Almond® Jalapeño Jack. There is some potato starch in SoySation and it is used as a processing aid in all of our shreds.
Organic
At this time Lisanatti® cheese alternatives are not 100% organic. The organic ingredients used in making our products are listed on each of the packages.
Ounces to Cups
1 ounce of shredded Lisanatti® cheese alternatives is approximately ¼ cup.
Pasteurization
Pasteurization is the process of heating food to a specific temperature and time. Our cooking and cooling processes qualify our products as being pasteurized.
Peppers
Our peppers are processed under strict third party standards.
Phosphates
We use calcium phosphate and sodium phosphate as emulsifiers in our cheese alternatives.
Preservatives
All Lisanatti® cheese alternatives are preservative-free.
Raw
Our products are not considered a “raw” food.
rBST
Lisanatti® cheese alternatives are free of all artificial growth hormones. The casein used in our ingredients is sourced from the European Union where the use of artificial growth hormones is banned.
Rennet
The rennet used in making the casein we use is a vegetable-based product.
Salt
Our products contain evaporated sea salt with no YPS (anti-cake) added.
Settling
During packaging, we add non-GMO potato starch (an anti-caking agent) to allow our shreds to shake loosely and easily out of the bag. Sometimes, due to shipping and handling, the shreds may settle at the bottom of the bag. Gently shaking the unopened bag should allow them to separate.
Shelf Life
Our products have a “Best Before” date printed on every package.
Sorbic Acid
There is no Sorbic acid used in any Lisanatti® cheese alternatives.
Trans fats
There are no Trans fats in our products.
Vegan
Lisanatti® cheese alternatives are not vegan / non-dairy at this time.
Vitamin A
A 1-ounce serving contains less than 2% of Vitamin A based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Vitamin C
A 1-ounce serving contains less than 2% of Vitamin A based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Vitamin K
There is no Vitamin K in our products.
Wheat
There is no wheat in any Lisanatti® cheese alternatives.
Whey
There is no whey protein in any of our products.
Yeast
There is no yeast or yeast by-products in any Lisanatti® cheese alternatives.