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Health Canada has issued new regulations affecting the Nutrition Facts table and Ingredient List. The updates to the Nutrition Facts table and list of ingredients will make it easier to understand thus helping Canadians to make informed choices. 

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DRY PLAIN RICE PRODUCTS

UNCOOKED RICE

Uncooked plain dry rice will keep almost indefinitely on the pantry shelf. The rice should be kept in a cool, dry, insect-free area at a temperature of less than 80°F, with no foods or materials nearby whose aromas can be absorbed.

For best cooking results and flavour, we recommend that the shelf life of BEN’S ORIGINAL™ Brand Dry Rice Products be followed. In the refrigerator, uncooked rice can be stored 6 months to a year, and in the freezer for 1 to 2 years. When freezing rice, be sure you remove excess air from the container to avoid freezer burn. To cook raw rice that has been previously frozen, thaw to room temperature prior to cooking.

COOKED RICE

Cooked plain rice products must be kept warm at 160°F if being left out for serving. Cooked plain rice products can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days, and in the freezer for 6 months. Again, make sure it's isolated from any strong aromas. When freezing rice, be sure you remove excess air from the freezer-safe container to avoid freezer burn.

DRY BROWN RICE PRODUCTS

UNCOOKED RICE

Since the outside bran layer of each grain has more natural oil on it, uncooked brown rice can become rancid faster than white rice Therefore, the recommended shelf life for this product is 16 months. Refrigerator storage is recommended for longer shelf life. It can be stored in the freezer for 1 to 2 years. When freezing rice, be sure you remove excess air from the freezer-safe container to avoid freezer burn. To cook raw rice that has been previously frozen, thaw to room temperature prior to cooking.

COOKED RICE

Cooked rice can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days and in the freezer for 2 months. When freezing rice, be sure to remove excess air from the container to avoid freezer burn.

DRY SEASONED RICE PRODUCTS

UNCOOKED RICE

Uncooked Seasoned Dry Rice Products have a shorter shelf life than Plain Rice Products and will keep on the shelf for 12 months. The rice should be kept in a cool, dry, insect-free area at a temperature of less than 80°F, with no foods or materials nearby whose aromas can be absorbed. We do not recommend storing Seasoned Dry Rice Products in the refrigerator. For best cooking results and best flavor, the shelf life of BEN’S ORIGINAL^™ Brand Dry Rice Products should be followed.

COOKED RICE

Cooked Seasoned Rice Products can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days and in the freezer for 3 months. Again, make sure it's isolated from strong aromas. When freezing rice, be sure you remove excess air from the freezer-safe container to avoid freezer burn.

BEN’S ORIGINAL^™ Ready to Heat Rice Pouches

We do not recommend that unopened BEN’S ORIGINAL™ Ready to Heat Rice Pouches be stored in the refrigerator or freezer. Once the product has been opened, it can keep in the refrigerator for approximately 3 to 5 days.

RINSING RICE
BEN’S ORIGINAL^™ Brand Products do not have to be rinsed before or after cooking.

REHEATING RICE
To reheat cooked rice, add 30 mL (2 Tbsp.) of liquid per 250 mL (1 cup) of rice. Cover and heat about 5 minutes on top of the range. If warming in a microwave oven, heat on high about 1-½ minutes per cup.

KEEPING RICE WARM
We do not recommend that rice be left out after cooking. Cooked rice should be kept warm (about 160°F). If entertaining, we suggest keeping rice warm in the oven, warming table, steamer or slow cooker until it is ready to be served.