In addition to using peanut butter as a sandwich spread, its rich flavor makes it an ideal
alternative to cream when thinned with liquid. It can be used to make soups, sauces, and dips.
Because natural peanut butter is unprocessed, the oil and solids sometimes separate in the jar
but can easily be stirred before use.
Buying and storing tips
Peanut butter made without additives should be kept refrigerated to prevent rancidity. If
kept in a tightly sealed jar in the refrigerator, peanut butter will keep for up to three
months.
Varieties
“Crunchy or smooth” is only one way to delineate the varieties of peanut
butter. There is also the choice between “all natural” peanut butter made only
from 100% peanuts and commercial brands that contain hydrogenated oils, sweeteners, and other
additives.
*Foods that are an “excellent source” of a particular
nutrient provide 20% or more of the Recommended Daily Value. Foods that are a “good
source” of a particular nutrient provide between 10 and 20% of the Recommended Daily
Value.
The information presented in the Food Guide is for informational purposes
only and was created by a team of US–registered dietitians and food experts. Consult
your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any
supplements, making dietary changes, or before making any changes in prescribed medications.
Information expires February 2010.
