Collected Foods kitchen recipe.

Umami Chili & Stew Booster: Deep savory notes for pasta night or a simple bowl. Collected Foods Umami is the flavor driver.

Serves: boosts 6–8 servings

Why this spice: Whisking Collected Foods Umami Mushroom Powder into chili or stew rounds tomato and bean flavors.

Ingredients

• 1 pot chili or stew (about 8 cups)
• 1–2 tsp Collected Foods Umami Mushroom Powder
• Optional: splash of soy sauce or Worcestershire
• Acid (vinegar or lime) and salt to finish

Directions

1. When chili or stew is nearly done, ladle out 1/2 cup liquid and whisk in umami powder.
2. Stir the slurry back into the pot and simmer 10 minutes.
3. Taste; add soy/Worcestershire if you want more savor, then balance with acid.
4. Serve as usual.
5. Taste and adjust salt or spice before serving.

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