MANI Organic Tomato Paste 180g by MANI Bläuel

Ingredient specifications: Sun-dried tomatoes, halved, extra virgin olive oil, dried basil. In accordance with EU Regulation 834/2007 on the production of organic products. Pasteurisation conditions: Time 60 mins Hot water bath 85–90 °C Specifications for the finished product: - Sensory properties: Tomato paste made from sun-dried tomatoes with a subtle tomato aroma and a sweet-sour flavour, containing extra virgin olive oil, basil and Papadimitriou balsamic vinegar. - Physico-chemical parameters: 2–4% salt content, pH < 4.5 - Microbiological data: Total coliforms in 1 g (<100) Salmonella spp. in 25 g (not present) Lactic acid bacteria in 1 g (<10) Enterobacteria in 1 g (<10) Total coliforms in 1 g (<10) Enzyme-producing fungi per 1g (<20) Escherichia coli per 1g (<10) Clostridium perfringens per 1g (<10) Staphylococcus aureus per 1g (<10) Listeria monocytogenes per 25g (not present) This paste, made from finely chopped, sun-ripened tomatoes combined with mildly fruity extra virgin olive oil and refined with a touch of basil, offers an exquisite, mildly spicy taste experience. This aromatic spread is excellent as a starter on toasted white bread, enhances sauces and tastes fabulous with sheep’s cheese.