RAPESEED OIL a quick fact file fat of It contains the lowest saturated half than less – oil d use ly mon most com that of olive oil! e Omega It also has around ten times mor oil olive than 3 E It’s a very good source of Vitamin fats d rate satu oun mon in high is and s and is It contains no artificial preservative free GM and t s-fa both tran – It’s suitable for a variety of diets , free englut ian, etar veg including ee y-fr dair and ch higher With a smoke point of 238°C (mu n whe than olive oil) it performs better s ture cooking at high tempera
Mr Hugh’s is also launching a new salad dressing (perfect for summer salads) and has recently introduced a selection of infused oils which include basil, chilli and garlic for a more savoury taste. Perfect for jazzing up your cooking, they make delicious additions to pastas, pizzas and salads. Mr Hugh’s is justifiably proud of its status as a family-run business true to its local roots and farming methods. The company combines modern and traditional processes when farming as they nurture their crops at every stage and grow only the healthiest crops. A term frequently used these days when talking about oils is ‘cold pressed’. But what is cold pressing?
Simply put, it’s a traditional method of producing oil, which involves gently squeezing the seeds to release the oil. When you’re admiring the vibrant colour of the rapeseed oil, you’re seeing proof that the cold pressing method has done its job. This technique is, in fact, the only way the natural colour, flavour and vitamins of the rapeseed can be retained. When the vital oils have been extracted from the seeds, it leaves behind a by-product known as ‘meal’ – which is blended with other ingredients to make animal feed and a renewable fuel. By using the ‘meal’ in this way, Mr Hugh’s is able to keep waste to a
minimum and ensure farm resources remain sustainable. Another vibrant aspect of the company is the distinctive packaging. Presented in square-based bottles, the colourful labels include a heart filled with the colour that corresponds to each product – just the kind of attention to detail that keeps customers coming back time and again. In addition to running a farm and producing the oils, Mr Hugh’s is also a dedicated and enthusiastic supporter of the Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust, and this year supported their Breast Cancer Appeal which was a huge success. Mr Hugh’s also has its own charity Moth in a China Shop, providing sport and nutritional awareness in areas where this is not well established. It helps provide specialised equipment to aid children and young adults into sports. For more information please visit www.mothinachinashop.co.uk Talking to and reading about Mr Hugh’s shows the quality and dedication of this local business. They care deeply about their customer, their product, farming processes and local charities – what’s not to love? For more details on Mr Hugh’s rapeseed oils (which are available in Tesco, Asda and independent retailers nationwide) visit the company website at www.mrhughs.co.uk.
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