So because it didn’t solidify, the label is just entirely BS? It’s in a dark bottle too. According to Sally Fallon from her Nourishing Traditions lecture, if you place your olive oil in your refrigerator overnight (give it 10+ hours) and it turns solid then it is real. If it is then I’ll edit this post or just publish a new one after testing it again. Give it a try and you will get hooked. Single origin according to the label. Oh so you get pure olive oil from that small coastal village? Napa Valley is supposed to be COOC certified (set up to counteract all the junk oil floating around here). Sally Fallon did not say what the temperature of the fridge should be. of butter Optional sliced shallots or grated cheese. It’s only 30 minutes long so go give it a listen. It’s listed in the “Best” category in the WAPF shopping guide, so that’s good enough for me. I may have to look more into this brand. It's reliably reported that 80% of the Italian olive oil on the market is fraudulent. I really appreciate it. I live in Northern California….in the City where a majority of the olives come from. I’m going to get a Sam’s Club bottle and put it up against a bottle of Napa Valley Naturals next week. I’m not sure but I can tell you that my home pressed oil that I for sure know is pure is not solid at all. I was not one bit surprised but a little sad. This bottle even bares some emblem stating that it’s tested for quality to meet international olive council standards. All prices are in USD. There are a ton of factors that make a GOOD olive oil, but for home testing this test is useful. Each of these extra virgin olive oils are part of certification programs or offer full traceability. How fresh are the olives? After tasting this oil I have a newfound love for olive oil. Have you ever tasted real, pure olive oil? The refrigerator test is completely unscientific. I don’t believe their olive oil is real though as it just did not taste right. I buy Napa Valley Olive Oil. I’m interested in getting to know more about your home olive oil press setup as I’m trying to set up my own! I also bought salmon from Costco and the fish looked pretty bad after defrosting it and after I eat it, I felt pretty sick. I just don’t know for sure. A small store specializing in the trade is going to have to work hard to maintain credibility so I’m hopeful. Could never stand the taste of it before. Use it for stir-frying vegetables, sauteing, or creating marinades. Interesting. I challenge anyone who has access to the appropriate facilities to contract the claim that this is 100% pure. Just leave a comment below! Please help. I’m still confused and wary of just about any brand at this point and this is a great start. Served with rice pilaf, fattoush salad, and pita bread 5/0.95 The refrigerator measures at 30 degrees, so it was definitely inferior olive oil. There was an expose on olive oil fraud several years ago… tracking oil being shipped from Africa to Italy in a tanker that had emptied pesticide before loading that shipment and investigation that encompassed the whole industry, exposing even most small specialty producers cutting with cheaper oils. But, I must ask, how cold is your refrigerator? Fake olive oil is literally everywhere on the market – up to 70% of all store-bought extra virgin olive oils in the US are fake.And by fake I mean cut with cheaper oils. If it remains a liquid then it’s fake. What exactly did you find in your brief google search? The oil remained a liquid. From my belief, their salmon that is wild caught from Alaskan is as legit as it get’s. If you fridge is 40 or more then it MIGHT be why your olive oils are staying a liquid. Is Your Olive Oil Real or Fake? Olive oil is simply the juice extracted from fresh olives—no chemicals, heat, or further processing. Just last week I sort of silently snarked about the idea of a store selling only olive oil (guess it’s a sign that we are coming out of a recession) but now I’m thinking maybe I could get some from California, which would hopefully be less likely to be adulterated. Among some of California’s finest producers of extra virgin olive oil, Lodestar Farms has claimed the prized title of People’s Choice for the “Favorite Olive Oil” award from the Sonoma Valley Olive Festival -- for the third year in a row. I bought this olive oil because this brand was on a list of olive oils that were said to be genuine. I am not an expert on olive oil by any means, but who knows, maybe someday I will become one. I thought I was making a good choice. Fortunatelly here (Spain) we produce one of the best olive oils in the world and regullations seem to be quite extrict, so when you read “Aceite de oliva vrigen extra, primera presión en frío” (“Extra Virgin Olive Oil, cold pressed”) in the label yuo’re getting what they say. I don’t know the temperature of my fridge anyway…. How rich is the soil where the crops are planted? Is it the Sam’s Club brand? http://olivecenter.ucdavis.edu/news-events/news/files/olive%20oil%20final%20071410%20.pdf, Kirkland is what I use for cooking and for finishing, lucky for me my brother has a small olive grove in a coastal village in Croatia :o). A: http://five.sentenc.es. I’m testing Harris-Teeter’s store brand now–I’ll check back in with the results tomorrow. Most fridges are too warm to do this test anyway. I definitely believe you. I am fairly certain though that in areas not close to olive producers oils will be diluted or mixed. If it is then I may have to buy 4 bottles myself! Sam’s Club Natural and Organic Product Price List. Personalized health review for Sam's Choice Extra Virgin Olive Oil: 120 calories, nutrition grade (B), problematic ingredients, and more. Or seems to at least. The olive oil must be found to be free from defects while exhibiting some fruitiness. I’m going to email you. Our olive oil is cold pressed, offering a fruity taste with a peppery finish. Q: Why is this email five sentences or less? How can they sell something listed as 100% olive oil and it not be? However, the last I knew, we continue to get sicker and sicker. The fridge should between 0-4˚c, anything warmer is in the danger zone, which means two things, 1 your real extra virgin olive oil may not turn into a solid overnight or at all, and 2 you run the risk of allowing germs to multiply sooner and faster. As one commenter below asks–“are you not surprised that cheapo olive oil doesn’t pass the test?”, I ask AT WHAT PRICE POINT DOES ONE PASS OUT OF THE “CHEAPO” CATEGORY? Everyone should have a separate thermometer in the fridge, that way you’ll know how cold the fridge is in the summer or winter. In general, the food industry does not give a shit about quality. Thanks for bringing up this issue! Ok, so your “extra virgin” olive oil is outrageously cheap and doesn’t taste the best – why are you surprised that it’s probably not “real” extra virgin, then?? It did not seem like it when I tasted it and it is so incredibly cheap. When I did this it just remained a liquid…. According to a University of California at Davis study, more than two-thirds of common brands of extra-virgin olive oil … Learn how to know if your olive oil is real or fake. This stuff has food coloring in it. http://www.foodrenegade.com/your-extravirgin-olive-oil-fake/, 7 Reasons to Say "No Thank You" to Nuts & Seeds. I’m stoked to FINALLY buy your olive oil with the Washington DC BB workshop discount code . What brand of olive oil do you enjoy? - Members mark extra virgin olive oil FIRST PRESSED. We’re on the GAPS diet and have been using it for a few weeks so I was seriously relieved! I had always heard that cheaper olive oils are most likely rancid when you buy them, and I am a believer now. We might need to do a little more research on this one. Apparently this doesn’t mean a damn thing. Source: The Olive Oil Source May 05, 2006 OROVILLE, CALIF. he fraud in the food industry does not surprise me at this point. The Tuscano extra virgin olive oil that comes in a smaller glass bottle seems to be pretty legit. I am not sure how accurate this trick is but Ann Marie from Cheeseslave believes in it 100%. Most of it is sub par, so find the good ones. You can actually drink the stuff. I buy mine at Sam’s Club and it is turns solid in the refrigerator. …you will not find a better tasting, fresher olive oil! Sorry to read this, guys… This olive oil is 100% pure Italian olive oil. http://www.amazon.com/LOlivier-Extra-Virgin-Olive-Drums/dp/B001EO7MHA/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1336575468&sr=8-9. California isn't the only state getting into the olive oil business. A similar example is how all cows are “grass-fed.” Every single cow is fed some grass. It is not only Ms Fallon… Dr. Oz, and many others are outing food fraud of all kinds. I’ll now have to do a follow up post this week or the next. Your Costco Olive oil became a solid? They ship all over the world. If this theory was true, even if your refrigerator was 40 degrees or more then the oil would still get a little cloudy…maybe not solid but cloudy. I bought some too and am working my way to the bottom of the bottle using it for cold uses only. If you just want real, pure olive oil right now then go to Kasandrinos.com. Also I put olive oil on my avocado and it tasted to bad I had to throw it out. no bottled olive oil If given the choice, consider that olive oil in a light-resistant (typically dark) container would have been protected from light, Profaci says. A lot of local olive oil from California may be legit. Extra virgin means nothing. It would be nice to be able to dig into Sally Fallons brain on why this is a good rule of thumb that I discuss in this post. Were they picked and then pressed the same day or a few weeks later? At the time of testing each oil had a minimum of five months to go before its best-before date indicated on the label. So……I know it is pure. It's true--you can fry in extra virgin olive oil! I have some pure olive oil…and I know it is pure because the olives were picked by me from trees on my property. I cannot believe the flavor difference. It sits on the shelves in the light for hours on end as well. I am just going by what Sally Fallon said in her lecture. Thus, I am not certain that the Costco’s brand olive oil is fake. I’m not entirely sure. Food for thought!!! I’m really intrigued! That’s awesome! When I bought it, I checked the ingredients which are listed as 100% organic evoo. With its high smoke point of 460 degrees Fahrenheit, this pure olive oil is an excellent all-purpose oil for your commercial kitchen! I completed this test with the Kirkland Signature olive oil. The olive oil in your kitchen is likely not what you think it is. I am not certain on this rule however. Sams Club. available in a store in the USA is pressed. This olive oil is first cold pressed. Store the oil in a dark and cool place. We have a few really great olive oil companies here. Some experts think that percentage is an exaggeration. But, nothing is after all. Does it come from a small, locally owned business or a large corporation? Not sure how long that list is. This is no different than buying beef, chicken or fish. Instructions. Yes it is a very old scam. I am very curious to how she discovered this. How are the olives grown? Be honest with yourself about the taste. I put it in the fridge last night…all night…it was in there for at least 12 hours and it is not even close to a solid. I LOVE FRANTOIA Olive Oil, it has the best flavor, a little pricey but delicious, and it lasts a while. Do you have any idea where your olive oil comes from? isn’t “pressed” a misnomer? (No Name Pure Olive Oil in a clear bottle)!! Are you surprised by the truth behind olive oil? She also references the study above). It is my understanding that real olive oil (not dyed and flavored impostors) will solidify in the fridge and I … Place it in the fridge that is just above freezing. They get away with it because they have the money to persuade the government and other large organizations to let them be sneaky with labels. It pairs well with fresh bread on its own, and can also be used as a base for a number of healthy dressings and dips. If I learn more I’ll definitely publish another blog post on what I learn! You really felt sick after eating salmon from Costco? That is the only way to be sure. Above freezing, right? Great olive oil that you can sip and is peppery and delicious!! Just another fraud in the massive food industry. Is it above freezing but less than 40 degrees Fahrenheit? There most definitely is a huge taste difference between real and fake olive oils. Sam’s and HT are about half a block away from each other here (VA Beach), so a leisurely stroll is definitely in order. I would advise consulting Flos Olei, the most famous olive oil guide, to locate producers who were tested and are fairly near you, and then buy directly from them. Click here to buy REAL and PURE olive oil from Kasandrinos. Extra virgin olive oil is a very healthy fat, but not all oils are made the same - some are even fake. Pompeian Robust Extra Virgin Olive Oil, First Cold Pressed, Full-Bodied Flavor, Perfect for Salad Dressings and Marinades, Naturally Gluten Free, Non-Allergenic, Non-GMO, 16 FL. I know olive oils, at least the real thing. Once picked they were brought into the house, washed, crushed(in a meat grinder), mixed by my kitchen aide and then pressed by my new olive oil press. In other words, you can be assured you are getting the real thing. So maybe this fridge trick doesn’t really say much. | The Love Vitamin, http://www.amazon.com/LOlivier-Extra-Virgin-Olive-Drums/dp/B001EO7MHA/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1336575468&sr=8-9, http://olivecenter.ucdavis.edu/news-events/news/files/olive%20oil%20final%20071410%20.pdf, How to Discover If Your Olive Oil Is Real Or Fake, How to Convince Your Family to Give Up Cereal, 10 Questions & Answers on Organic, Grass-Fed, Pasture-Raised Meat, http://addictedtocostco.com/2010/07/29/kirkland-signature-extra-virgin-olive-oil-best-imported-oil/, http://www.foodrenegade.com/your-extravirgin-olive-oil-fake/. I just replied to your email but just thought of this one last thing. How do you know? That’s awesome. Admittedly I haven’t listened to the podcast yet but I will. Our goal is provide you with the freshest high quality, ultra premium extra virgin olive oils, balsamics and specialty vinegars available. $5.98; Food Should Taste Good tortilla chips, 24 oz. I am so angry. I must have missed the comment on the wal-mart olive oil…, I just realized my Costco olive oil was fake. This extra virgin olive oil is first cold pressed and ideal for everything from appetizers and side dishes to the main course; it can be utilized in a myriad of cooking techniques. Is it the Kirkland Signature brand? Most fridges are too warm to do this test anyway. BUT! Jamie Geller gives you all the tips you need so you'll have no fear of frying in evoo. I wrote this to let other people know about it. The Chefs’ Olive Mix, located in Old Sacramento, CA, imports seasonal extra virgin olive oils from around the world. Totally worth it! maybe ‘used to’ but not now. Instead, they care about quantity. The cheaper one that comes in huge bottles I would assume is a rebranded cheaper brand. My olive oil didn’t even cloud….at 37 degrees!! I switched to Greek when we moved here to the Northwest because our location requires stocking at least 3 months worth of food and the square bottle shape was better for pantry space. I put some in my drizzle bottle and put it in the fridge for 24 hours and it did not solidify at all. What temperature is your fridge? Rashmi, Interesting debate we’ve got here… Last night I put some of my Whole Foods 100% Italian cold pressed evoo organic blah blah. Sam’s Club Helps You Save Time. Check out page 8 for head to head comparisons: The public as a whole will know better sooner rather than later. Thanks for the extra tidbit. Does it sit on the shelves in the grocery stores in the light? Learn the good & bad for 250,000+ products. I keep my refrigerator at 36 degrees. However, most beef comes from cows that spend most of their life in a CAFO. My brief google search revealed that there is a ton of corruption in particular regard to Greek and Italian olive oils. It would be a great service to the Paleo community if you could provide a list of recommended brands. I began using Spanish olive oil then, from Trader Joe’s… the difference was a huge surprise as I had been using various brands for over 30 years. oz. I am guessing there are lots of olive oils they sell around the country I have never seen in the stores in Michigan. And then Ann Marie from the Cheeseslave wrote this blog post: http://www.cheeseslave.com/take-the-olive-oil-challenge/. goodness. At the time of testing each oil had a minimum of five months to go before its best-before date indicated on the label. I don’t think this test is perfect either. I thought I remember someone else saying that the Sam’s Club brand does NOT turn solid in the fridge. So you are 100% certain that the Kirkland olive oil is 100% real? This is easier if you buy some at your local farmers market or a local business that sells olive oil. This is key too. Daniel wrote a comment saying that the fridge should be 0-4 degrees Celsius which is 32 to 39 degrees Fahrenheit. My Members Mark olive oil from Sams Club congeals in my fridge. So if nothing changes in a 24 hour period then it probably is adulterated and/or rancid? Sams Club review from Vero Beach, Florida rated 4.7/5.0: Before they switched labels to their own brand the first pressed oil was great. Olive oil fraud is rampant. Tom Mueller, who explored the fascinating and complex topic of olive oil in his book Extra Virginity: the Sublime and Scandalous World of Olive Oil, has a great website that includes a list of reputable olive oil suppliers, and includes several brands available at Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Sam's Club, and Costco. Can you link to the specific one that you buy? For the first time I’ve made mayonnaise with olive oil that tastes great. Olive oil shots. FAILED. Local doesn’t exist around here for olive oil. How cold is your fridge? It is great! Psst! I wonder if that discount is still going on. That should be a good measurement. I am extremely curious. Der! Since extra virgin olive oil is simply pressed fruit juice without additives, the factors influencing its quality and taste include the varieties of olives used, the terroir and the countless decisions, production practices and the dedication of the producer. CHOICE buyers purchased the olive oil samples direct from retailers according to our own guidelines. I’ve got a membership, so I”m switching! That having been said, Italian olive oil is sometimes not pure, however, this particular brand is. Olive oil should not be that expensive for real olive oil. ½ cup of herb vinaigrette or your vinaigrette of choice Olive oil 1 tsp. Purchase here. I don’t know if this trick will work 100% of the time. And yes there is definitely a taste difference between real, fresh olive oil compared to rancid olive oil. 45 degrees seems a bit high. Yes it would. I’d love to know all of your thoughts. Because the smoke point of olive oil varies with quality, this oil has a higher smoke point than a more refined olive oil and pomace oil for optimum versatility. Or is this testing method flawed? There is no regulation with this label in the United States. Olive oil is simply the juice extracted from fresh olives—no chemicals, heat, or further processing. So I am now eagerly awaiting the new olive oil store due to open in my town. I just bought some olive oil last night and it’s in the fridge right now. Interesting note. I think one thing to consider is that Costco sells several types and grades of olive oil. I made salad dressing with it and my husband put in the refrigerator and it did not freeze. It is Member’s Mark brand at Sam’s and without knowing this was a test for olive oil I already had it in 2 different fridge’s, both above freezing and it was solid in both. It use to three years back. It’s just unfortunate that our food industry behaves the way it does. I am proud to say that I make my own olive oil (and sell it locally), my family owns two olive orchards here in Croatia, and our oil tests at 0.18 % acidity (the upper limit of the extra-virgin etiquette is 0.8%, so we are about as good as it gets ). I just heard about it while listening to a lecture by Sally Fallon. it’s all centrifuges now. Before they switched labels to their own brand the first pressed oil was great. L O L. I am not surprised. My Coscto olive oil congealed in the fridge, even with a lot of mint, garlic, and spices blended into it. I just finished listening to episode 33 of the Balanced Bites podcast. We need to pay attention to the new efforts to return power back to the FDA and insist that it do it’s own testing and quality control rather than leaving it to the wolves. Tony, the co-owner, is actually sitting to the right of me right now. yay! And yes, it’s amazing, the smell, the taste, mmm… And they are quite different depending on the kind of olive/olive tree (empeltre, arbequina, hojiblanca… just to name three of them) or the different mixtures (coupage/blend) of them. I know my oil or “oil” freezes in the freezer, so what temperature should it freeze? What country and more specifically, what region? As long as the oil inside the bottle is a little “extra virgin” then it can be labeled as so. Does your olive oil come in a clear glass container or darker glass? My two favorites are Lucero Olive oil and Pacific Farms(they are less than 2 miles from my house)!! Know your food. Mantova Flavored Extra Virgin Olive Oil Variety Pack: Garlic, Basil, Chili, Lemon Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 8.5-Ounce Per Bottle (Pack of 4) Great Gift Item 8.5 Fl Oz (Pack of 4) 4.7 out of 5 stars 761 Looks like university that conducted a the study found only the Kirkland Brand to be real!! It changed the colors of my skin cream to bright yellow! Tasty Yummies review on Terra Delyssa olive oil. I say this, because I have a friend that works full-time at a lab in Italy for the company that produces the olive oil that is packaged and sold as the Kirkland (private) brand. Freshness is key. | Organic Rapeseed Oil, http://www.cheeseslave.com/take-the-olive-oil-challenge/, Is Your Extra Virgin Olive Oil Faking Its Virginity? FREE SHIPPING for Plus Members. Here are 10 of the best authentic and reputable extra virgin olive oil brands. Here (Spain), assuming that with our tradition in producing olive oil plus the European regulations, olive oil is only olive oil, when you put it in the fridge, yes it gets thicker and like Tawnya says, “cloudy”, not solid, but more dense, less translucid and a with a whiter colour. Do you know how your olive oil is made? And very important: it’s not cheap but it’s quite affordable, even more if you buy it in bulk… my. This is very interesting. Lol. Olive oil fact: Italy is the world’s largest importer and exporter of olive oil, but Spain is the largest producer. Learn the good & bad for 250,000+ products. Then in a sauté pan, over high heat, drizzle olive oil. I definitely trust WAPF. Just because something is 100% pure by no means means that it is fresh, or was not blended with other olive oils that are sub par…this is a common practice, especially of the larger companies. According to a University of California at Davis study, more than two-thirds of common brands of extra-virgin olive oil … Think about the texture and flavor. Hi! $4.00 - $58.41 #2. What does it say on the label? Daniel stated in the comments that it should be between 32 and 39 degrees F or 0 to 4 degrees C. The food industry gets away with a lot of shit. Is is cold-pressed or first-pressed extra virgin? So it did not turn solid at 30 degrees. How do you know this? I was skeptical of this rule right off the bat anyways. All olive oils should be real. Thanks! I’m confused, but interested in learning. Thank you very much for your comment by the way. I am curious to learn more about this. It can be expensive; however, buying it in bulk will help you save. Maybe it depends on the type of olives you use to make the oil??? Wait, I need more details. The best brand of olive oil I know is Kasandrinos. May I quote you for the post? This Member’s Mark 3L extra virgin olive oil ($20) is just $.20/fl. I’d love to find oil good enough to take shots of. Slices of eggplant grilled in extra virgin olive oil and fresh garlic, topped with home- made marinara, and sprinkled with mint. Now same looking bottle and size and bout the same cost has a lot of additives of other oils and flavorings. Copyright 2020 The Chefs' Olive Mix. Is it 100% real, pure olive oil? I think the key is to learn about the brand you are buying. Bring the fantastic flavors of the Mediterranean to your kitchen with Sam's Choice Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Each of these extra virgin olive oils are part of certification programs or offer full traceability. Olive oil is a healthier option, great for baking, tossing with vegetables or using as a dressing. Low Prices on Groceries, Mattresses, Tires, Pharmacy, Optical, Bakery, Floral, & More! OZ., Single Bottle 4.8 out of 5 stars 8,988. Maybe if come to Spain, you can buy a 5 littre bottle! I plan to visit Spain someday soon but it’s not on the list for over the next 2 years! Yea, bummer about the Kirkland brand. I don’t use it much since for cooking I use the animal fat that I get from cooking or coconut oil, but sometimes I need somethings for marinades and salad dressings. It is amazing. $5.48 Begin by blanching the asparagus (boil in hot water for 3-5 minutes and then place in cold water). It may simply be not at all fresh. I was pretty excited to find an organic olive oil at Costco. Sam?s Choice Robust Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil is the perfect addition to your home or professional kitchen. From what I’ve read this business of cutting olive oil is a centuries old scam. Spanish so sweet, flavorful. Do the refrigerator test and take a shot of the olive oil. This is where I originally heard about this little trick. BUT the olive oil doesn’t need to become fully solid! Do you think this is bad? I’m pumped because I just order 4 bottles of the Kasandrinos olive oil with the Balanced Bites discount code. The olive oil in your kitchen is likely not what you think it is. You’ll learn more about olive oil and why it is so important to know the source. Is it pure, 100% olive oil like Kasandrinos or is soybean and/or perhaps canola oil added? More and more people are becoming aware of real, whole food. Here are 10 of the best authentic and reputable extra virgin olive oil brands. Olive oil is a staple in nearly every kitchen — and yet, you'd be hard pressed to find the same bottle of this essential ingredient in every home's pantry. It did not turn solid overnight so I am giving it some more time…. Did you know that the best olive oil is made in California? CHOICE buyers purchased the olive oil samples direct from retailers according to our own guidelines. Oh wow. It’s unfortunate that we have a sick food industry here in the “greatest country in the world.” But it is what it is. Will The Beer & Pizza Diet Transform Your Health?

Get ready for any meal when you stock your kitchen with Sam?s Choice Spanish Extra Virgin Olive Oil. It’s a really good one that she purchased in a local shop that sells products from Italy. How do these companies get away with lying to the public and selling something other than the real thing? I couldn’t stand homemade mayo made with the Sams Club oil, but I can’t wait to try it with the California stuff. As far as I know it is colder than 39 degrees. Shopping Cart Software by BigCommerce, Melgarejo Producers Highlight Olive Oil Sensory Class in Davis, IOC International Symposium on Olive Oil and Prevention of Chronic Disease, UC Davis Olive Center Celebrates 10 Years of Education, Small Business Saturday - Good Day Sacramento Segment, Tasting Panel Class with Italian Olive Oil Expert Pierpaolo Arca - March 3 (Sacramento, CA). I recently ordered Kirklands Signature Extra Virgin Cold Pressed Olive Oil. Have you read this post on it yet?? It does not taste the best either. Fake olive oil is literally everywhere on the market – up to 70% of all store-bought extra virgin olive oils in the US are fake.And by fake I mean cut with cheaper oils. They also sell it on AMAZON. Honest Kids organic juice box, 32 ct. $9.98; Apple and Eve organic juice Quenchers, 32 ct. $9.38; Garden of Eatin’ organic blue tortilla chips, 24 oz.

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