Bragg Premium Nutritional Yeast Seasoning - Vegan, Gluten Free – Good Source of Protein & Vitamins – Nutritious Savory Parmesan Cheese Substitute (Original, 12 Ounce (Pack of 1))

What kind of nutritional, fiber-friendly, secret magic is this stuff? I put it in my teens' food. It goes in mac and cheese, on popcorn, in sauces, in soups. And this stuff taste like popcorn butter cheese or something?I always thought this was some kind of bland supplement for vegans, but it's not. Also, I don't always eat dishes with meat, but whatever, this stuff sprinkle magic. Do it. Try it!

I do a lot of cooking and am always looking for different recipes to give me ideas to vary our diet. I am also into healthy foods and avoid GMO products as much as possible. Braggs has become a brand I trust since I use Braggs Apple Cider Vinegar which is totally non-GMO whereas many vinegars are made using GMO soy. I very much believe that "you are what you eat". My husband and I are both in our late 70's, and neither of us have any health issues nor are we taking any medications at all.I recently came across a recipe that called for nutritional yeast, which I had not heard of, so I did some research on it. I found that although nutritional yeast is used as a seasoning, it contains protein and a number of B vitamins that most diets are deficient in. It should be noted here that B vitamins are an addition to some brands of nutritional yeast, but not all brands include them. Bragg Nutritional yeast does include the B vitamins, including vitamin B12 which seems to be the vitamin many are deficient in. Not all brands of nutritional yeast contain all of the vitamins and minerals that this one does. You should check what is included in any other brand you might consider.The main benefits of this nutritional yeast are:- Protein. Nutritional yeast contains all nine essential amino acids that you must obtain from food. It’s also a source of high quality plant protein- B vitamins. Fortified nutritional yeast is especially rich in B vitamins, including thiamine (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), and B6 and B12- Trace minerals. These include zinc, selenium, manganese, and molybdenum, which are involved in gene regulation, metabolism, growth, and immunity- Provides a tasty way to add B vitamins and trace minerals to food without taking more pills.- A great way to thicken creamed soups or other recipes that thinned after freezing.As for uses of nutritional yeast, you can use it:- as a seasoning for popcorn, pasta, salad, or casserole dishes- as an umami flavor in soups, stews, or chili- as a savory, cheesy flavor in vegan sauces- as a thickener for soups and sauces- as an ingredient in smoothies- as an addition to any recipe already containing cheese, ie. macaroni and cheese. Can't have too much cheese, right?Personally, I am open to using products that add health value to foods. Tonight, we had homegrown steamed scarlet kale for a veggie, and I mixed 2 tsp. of this nutritional yeast into the kale after steaming and adding some butter. The recommended amount for a serving is 2 tbsp. but I was conservative since the seasoning is new to me. My husband didn't taste a difference, but I tasted a hint of cheese. I will add more to the next veggies we have since I did like the flavor it added to the greens. Although the flavor of the seasoning, depending on how much you use, is subtle, the additional B vitamins added to foods is much better than having to take daily pill supplements. I will likely be using this as a seasoning to add flavor and B vitamins to the greens I grow and use as sides. I do like the flavor it adds and will be experimenting with adding it to other foods and recipes.I will update this review as I gain more experience in using this healthy seasoning. I am all for anything that adds nutritional benefits to to foods we eat. Personally, I don't see a benefit over the original blend as the garlic is not at all noticeable.I hope this review was helpful for you.

The ingredients are natural and the extra punch of the garlic and salt make it so good. I got it to try and get off popcorn seasonings, and it’s definitely helping do that. The flakes are a little big and have a nice crunchy texture.I love that nutricional yeast is a complete protein and tastes good. I’ll definitely be adding it into other recipes!

I live this stuff! It adds a flavor to dishes that has a slight note of cheese. It's great on most anything, and it adds important nutrients to your diet. My son likes the protein to calorie ratio. This helps him get a few more grams of protein in his tight schedule. Buy the shaker bottle, then buy this to refill it.

Update on my earlier 1 star review: Initially I thought the unpleasant smell means the yeast was not good, at least not fresh. But after I read similar comments on reddit on the strong odor, I realized that the odor may be one feature of this yeast: some people many like the odor, some may not, I happened to be in the 2nd group. However, the reddit comments made me realize that at least I should try the yeast. Surprisingly, after using it for a while, I found that I gradually got used to its smell, and the taste of this yeast also went from OK to pretty good. So, the yeast I received was fresh. its strong odor may be because of the type of cheese being used to make the yeast. Overall it is a good product and I would be irresponsible not to update my earlier 1star review.

I am doing a fast so this is AMAZING for my kale salad....gives it a nice cheesy garlicky flavor which I love...the color is consistent...big big flakes and it appears to be a consistent taste....I value the consistency and size and price

Love it. The brand was recommended by Melissa of baked by Melissa. She used it in dressings as well as air fried (or baked) tofu. Gives a hint of cheese and nutty flavor and great source of vitamins.

this product makes me feel like a better mother. haha that sounds funny but I love knowing that I am sneaking nutrition into my daughters food without her knowledge. She is suuuuuch a picky eater but she loves her mac and cheese and I can sneak this in undetected. Thats a win in my book! its huge too so it lasts forever