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actually, they’re anything but dry.
Mashed potatoes made easy.
We took away the peeling, boiling and mashing, and kept the flavor.
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Quick prep. Preferred taste. More profits.
stop peeling,
boiling and mashing.
Potato Pearls offer made-from-scratch flavor with quick, easy prep. We’ve selected, washed, peeled, sliced,
mashed and dried the potatoes. All you have to do is add water and watch the profits pile up. With a portion
cost that is less than scratch, refrigerated or frozen, Potato Pearls will save you time, labor and costs.
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Quick, easy prep!
1
2
easy storage,
easy handling.
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100% yield.
One case of Potato Pearls weighs
about 22 pounds and yields
approximately the same number
of servings as 150 pounds of
raw potatoes.
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Eliminate yield loss of 15-20%
from peeling and spoilage.
double
hold time.
Holds 2 times longer than
scratch mashed potatoes.
Plus, you can refresh with
water while holding on
a steamtable.
the advantages are clear.
Potato Pearls Scratch Mashed
Lower Cost
≈Cost: $.12/serving
≈Cost: $.18/serving1
Save Labor
Add hot water & serve ≈15 prep steps
Save Prep Time
< 5 minutes ≈80 minutes
Zero waste
100% yield
≈80% yield
Storage and
Handling Efficiency
≈22 lb case =
456-780 servings
50 lb case =
150 servings
Increased Holding
1
2
2 x longer than scratch2
Up to 1 hour
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National Food Lab Study
Basic American Foods internal study
Potato Pearls Premium
and Natural Mashed
earned the American
Culinary Federation
Seal of Approval as
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“virtually
indistinguishable
from scratch
potatoes.”
mashed potatoes:
A must for your menu.
With over 1 billion orders served in foodservice annually, mashed potatoes are the leading comfort food and
a cornerstone of the classic American menu.1 For over 60 years, Basic American Foods has been producing
high quality, patron pleasing mashed potatoes to foodservice operators across the country. Our proprietary
process preserves the natural potato flavor, texture and nutrients, and gives you the confidence that you
are serving a quality, consistent product year round.
Exclusive Pearl Shape Allows for a quick refresh that delivers delicious flavor and texture.
Quality Potatoes 100% sourced from U.S. farmers according to long held specifications.
Our unique drying process locks in farm-fresh flavor and natural texture.
The water is added back into
the potatoes for a “from
scratch” taste in every batch
Within hours of harvesting,
the potatoes are placed in
climate controlled storage to
protect quality and integrity
Start with fresh, whole
USA potatoes grown
in nutrient rich soil
They are cooked and dried
to remove water, then
packaged safely using our
proprietary process that
locks in flavor and texture
choosing the right mashed potato for your operation.
natural
premium
Superior quality mashed
potatoes with the taste, texture and
appearance of scratch. Fully flavored,
complete products with quick, easy prep.
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Nature’s Own Mashed: classic
mashed recipe with rich butter
flavors and creamy texture
n Redskin Mashed: extra rich dairy,
butter and seasoning with
potato skins for premium texture
n Gold Mashed: full-bodied recipe
with butter, dairy and seasonings
for a rich taste with natural
sweetness and golden color
excel
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All natural potato base
that is closest to raw potatoes. Simply
add milk, butter and water or customize
into a signature mash side dish.
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Natural Mashed: One ingredient –
potatoes. No additives, no
preservatives, low sodium, speed
scratch recipe base
Delicious, creamy mashed potatoes
ready in just 5 minutes. Extra quick,
no mix prep.
n Original Recipe Mashed: rich and
creamy, classic butter flavor
n Creamy Butter Mashed with Skins:
rich, homestyle butter flavor
blended with potato skins
n Sweet Potato Mashed: on-trend
flavor, a blend of potatoes, sweet
potatoes and seasonings
Low sodium
No mix
Recipe ready
Low sodium
No mix
Complete
No mix
Complete
smart servings™
Better-for-you sides with extra quick,
no mix prep.
Low Sodium with Vitamin C Mashed:
healthful mashed potato recipe base
(102mg sodium per half-cup serving)
classic
value
Versatile mashed potato with extra
quick prep. Mix by hand or machine
for classic flavor.
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No mix
Recipe ready
Golden Extra Rich Mashed: classic
recipe with butter flavor, dairy
and seasoning
n Country Style Mashed: homestyle
blend of butter flavor, dairy and
black pepper seasoning
n Extra Rich Mashed - No Salt Added:
versatile, low sodium recipe base (25mg sodium per half-cup serving)
Potato granules and seasoning
combined for value mashed potatoes.
Machine mix. Features Safe-T-Can®
packaging.
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WHIPP® Instant Mashed Complete
with Vitamin C – Low Sodium
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n WHIPP Instant Mashed with
Vitamin C – Low Sodium
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n WHIPP Automash Potato Mix
n
Low sodium
Recipe ready
Complete
No mix
Recipe ready
Low sodium
build signature mashed sides.
Add value and profits.
Easy prep for quick
and delicious sides!
Go to baf.com for
more menu ideas.
Start with 1 package of Potato Pearls Mashed.
1. Add Potato Pearls Mashed and additional ingredients to a 4-inch deep, half-steamtable pan.
2. Pour hot water over ingredients, stir 15-20 sec.
3. Sit for 5 min., fluff with fork and serve.
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Sage & Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes
Yield: 44, half-cup servings
Prep: 20 min.
3 Tbsp Sage, freshly minced
25 c to 5 c (to taste) Browned butter, warm
1 G Hot water (170-190º)
Gently brown butter over medium/low heat until
golden brown with nutty aroma, about 15 minutes.
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Mustard Mashed Potatoes
Cheddar Scallion Mashed Potatoes
Yield: 39, half-cup servings
Prep: 5-6 min.
Yield: 44, half-cup servings
Prep: 8-10 min.
5 c + 2 Tbsp Spicy brown mustard
1 G Hot water
5 c Scallions, sliced thin
3 c Cheddar cheese, sharp, shredded
1 G Hot water (170-190º)
Our vision:
Growth with integrity. To be the most trusted provider of quality food solutions
that achieve growth for our customers, our employees, and our company.
Founded by Jack Hume in a modest dehydration plant, Basic American Foods has been family
owned and operated since 1933. The first instant potato product that could be rehydrated was
developed in the 1950s. Ongoing innovations (40+ patents) launched potato and bean products
expressly made for foodservice operators’ needs. Our products are recognized for back-of-house
convenience, scratch-like taste, texture, and appearance. Our manufacturing facilities are in
Idaho and Washington, with corporate offices in California.
Today, Basic American Foods is a leading supplier
of shelf-stable products to the foodservice market.
Our portfolio, built on delivering quick, easy prep
and consumer preferred taste, includes:
Potato Pearls Mashed
n Golden Grill Hashbrowns and Cut Potatoes
n Classic Casserole
and Savory Series Potato Sides
nSantiago Refried, Black and Chili Beans
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products and nutritional information
Pack
SKU Product DescriptionSize Potato Pearls Premium - No Mixer
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prepared
half cup
based on half cup servings, prepared
yield
servings
pkgGross WtLbs/Lbs/
min/TotalFatSat. FatSodiumCarb FiberProtein gluten
form
(lb)PkgCasePkgCase serveKosherAllerg.Calories (G) (g)
(mg) (g) (g) (g)
free
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10169 Nature’s Own Mashed Potatoes
10349 Redskin Mashed Potatoes
10379 Gold Mashed Potatoes
10/29.3 oz
8/32.6 oz.
8/31.9 oz.
Pouch
Pouch
Pouch
20.37
17.98
17.70
9.8
9.5
10.0
98
76
80
37 38 39 370
304
312
7
7
7
OU-D
OU-D
OU-D
Milk
Milk
Milk
Potato Pearls Natural - No Mixer
84
92
91
1.7
2.0
2.0
1.4
0.6
0.6
415
391
351
16
17
16
1
1
1
2
2
3
Y
Y
Y
121
5.3
3.3
87
16
1
3
Y
121
5.3
3.3
87
16
1
3
Y
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10458 Natural Mashed Potatoes - Low Sodium*
12/12.59 oz. Pouch
10.91
5.2
62
20 240
17
OU-D May contain
milk
1/40 lb.
Bag
40.772 264
–
1016 1016 17
OU-D May contain
10491 Natural Mashed Potatoes - Low Sodium*
milk
Potato Pearls EXCEL - No Mixer
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76468
10056
10040
10425
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Original Recipe Mashed Potatoes
Original Recipe Mashed Potatoes
Creamy Butter w/Skins Mashed Potatoes
Sweet Potato Mashed - a blend of
Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Seasonings
Potato Pearls SMART SERVINGS - No Mixer
12/28 oz.
1/40 lb.
12/28.2 oz.
10/20.17 oz.
Pouch
Bag
Pouch
Pouch
22.45
42.21
21.82
14.00
9.5
217
9.7
5.3
114
–
217
53
38 850
38 20 456
850
456
200
5
5
5
5
OU-D
OU-D
OU-D
Pareve OU
Milk
Milk
Milk
Soy
78
78
80
104
1.1
1.1
1.6
0.2
0.1
0.1
0.3
0.1
364
364
442
239
15
15
15
24
1
1
1
1
2
2
1
2
Y
Y
Y
Y
12/26.5 oz.
1/40 lb.
Pouch
Bag
21.33
42.21
9.7
217
116
–
37 850
444
850
5
5
OU-D
OU-D
Milk
Milk
75
75
0.6
0.6
0.1
0.1
102
102
16
16
1
1
2
2
Y
Y
Milk
Milk
Milk
Milk
Milk
Milk
Milk
72
79
79
79
79
80
76
1.0
0.8
0.8
0.8
0.8
0.8
0.8
0.3
0.2
0.2
0.2
0.2
0.2
0.2
307
359
359
359
18
18
343
17
17
17
17
17
18
14
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
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10426 Low Sodium Mashed Potatoes w/Vit. C
10513 Low Sodium Mashed Potatoes w/ Vit. C
Potato Pearls CLASSIC - Machine or Hand Mix
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81056
53498
14110
70659
81837
41770
36882
Country Style Mashed Potatoes
12/30.7 oz. Golden Extra Rich Mashed Potatoes
12/29.6 oz.
Golden Extra Rich Mashed Potatoes
6/3.7 lb.
Golden Extra Rich Mashed Potatoes
1/50 lb.
Extra Rich Mashed Potatoes - No Salt Added 6/3.55 lb.
Vitamin C Mashed Potatoes - Low Sodium
8/5 lb.
Seasoned Mashed Potatoes
8/5 lb.
WHIPP VALUE - Machine Mix
Classic product yield is calculated using hand mix preparation.
Pouch
24.46
9.6
114
38 468 25
OU-D
Pouch
23.66
9.8
117
38 456
8
OU-D
Carton 24.42
19.6
117
76 456
8
OU-D
Bag
257
–
1054 -
8
OU-D
Carton 23.52
9.6
118
76 456
8
OU-D
Bag
42.1
26
208 105 840
8
OU-D
Bag
42.16
26
208 105 840
8
OU-D
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10215 Instant Mashed Potatoes Complete
6/5.31 lb.
w/Vit. C - Low Sodium 10217 Instant Mashed Potatoes w/Vit. C - 6/5.75 lb.
Low Sodium
75601 Instant Mashed Potatoes Complete
10/49 oz.
w/Vit. C - Low Sodium
63990 Instant Mashed Potatoes w/Vit. C - 10/48 oz.
Low Sodium
10/48 oz.
10050Automash Potato Mix
91977 Instant Potato Flakes - Low Sodium
6/5 lb.
20696 Instant Potato Flakes - Low Sodium
1/40 lb.
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Safe-T-
Can
Safe-T-
Can
Pouch
35.11
29
174
130
780
12
OU-D
Milk
69
0.2
0.1
20
15
1
2
Y
37.75
33
198
148
888
12
OU-D
Milk
66
0.2
0.1
13
15
1
1
Y
32.16
16.8
168
72
720
12
OU-D
Milk
69
0.2
0.1
20
15
1
2
Y
71
780
12
Pareve OU
Milk
69
0.2
0.1
20
15
1
2
Y
136 720
1088 816
1088
12
12
–
OU-D
Pareve OU
Pareve OU
Milk
None
None
18
62
62
0.2
0.2
0.2
0.1
0.1
0.1
245
15
15
3
14
14
1
1
1
2
1
1
Y
Y
Y
Pouch
31.53
16.7
172
Pouch
Bag Bag
31.47
32.55
40.77
16.5
32.5
270
165
195
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* As prepared with recommended recipe ingredients. Product information subject to changes, errors and omissions.
All Basic American Foods Mashed Potatoes are:
Naturally
gluten free
0 grams trans fat
per serving as sold
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Foods’ potato products. To become a member,
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Products of
the USA
preparation
(See package for more details)
Premium Mashed
Natural Mashed
EXCEL and Smart Servings
Classic Mashed
Value Mashed
Pour product into
a 4” deep, halfsteamtable pan.
Cut ½ cup butter into
slices and place with
½ tsp. salt into 25” deep
half-steamtable pan.
Pour product into a 4” deep,
half-steamable pan.
Pour 2 gallons boiling water in
mixing bowl.
Add 1 gallon hot water (170190ºF). Stir 15-20 sec. Allow
to sit 5 min. Fluff with fork
and serve.
Hand mix: Add product, stir constantly
with fork.
Pour 115 quarts boiling
water (and other
ingredients) in mixing bowl.
Add 1 gallon hot
water (170-190ºF).
• Nature’s Own:
stir 15-20 sec.
• Redskin and Gold:
stir 30-40 sec.
Allow to sit for 7 min.
Stir and serve.
Add 1 quart each
boiling water and cold
milk, stir. Add product
and stir gently.
Cover and heat in
steamer/combi oven
until potatoes reach
minimum 135°F.
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• Sweet Potato Mashed:
2 quarts hot water.
Stir 30-45 sec., making sure
to cover all 4 corners, sit
5 min. Stir well and serve.
Machine mix: Using whip attachment,
mix on low; slowly add product.
Scrape bowl, whip on high until fluffy
(3-1/2 min.). Serve.
• Country Style: Use 1 gallon of boiling
water. Using whip attachment,
slowly add product, mix on low
1 min. Scrape bowl, whip on high
until fluffy (15 min.). Hold covered
at 150-160ºF, 20-30 min. Serve.
2185 N. California Blvd., Suite 215, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
©2012 Basic American Foods
09/12 1882
Using whip attachment,
slowly add product, mix
on low 1 min. Scrape
bowl, whip on high until
fluffy (3-5 min.).
WHIPP Automash can
be mixed in a cocoa mixer
in single servings.
800-722-2084
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