1. Wash hands before beginning preparation. Thoroughly clean and sanitize surfaces and equipment (CCP).

2. Chill juices to 40°F or lower.

3. Measure pineapple juice, cranberry juice cocktail, and orange juice into large pitcher.

4. Add ground ginger to the combined juices and whisk until ginger is well dispersed.

5. Mix in mint extract.

6. Measure level scoops of Thick-It® Clear Advantage® Powder Food & Beverage Thickener into a separate pitcher.

7. Quickly add juice mixture into pitcher with Thick-It® Clear Advantage® Powder Food & Beverage Thickener.

8. Stir briskly with fork, spoon, or whisk for 30 seconds to 1 minute.

9. Let stand 5 minutes.

10. Stir and test per IDDSI Testing Methods for Mildly Thick, Level 2 (MT2) or Moderately Thick, Level 3 (MO3) using the IDDSI Flow Test and Fork Drip Test. Refer to IDDSI.org for how to use these testing methods.

11. Hold at 40°F or lower until service (CCP).

12. Stir and test again before serving.

13. Portion 8 fl oz.

• Do not garnish.

• Do not add ice.

• Verify final recipe per IDDSI Flow Test and IDDSI Fork Drip Test for IDDSI Mildly Thick, Level 2 (MT2) or Moderately Thick, Level 3 (MO3) before service. Refer to IDDSI.org for how to use these testing methods.

• Recipe may be altered to include more or less liquid and/or more or less Thick-It® Clear Advantage® Powder Food & Beverage Thickener depending on the results of IDDSI testing.

• Recipe standardized and tested at 40°F. Temperature may affect IDDSI testing results.

• Make certain to refer to local food regulation for management of time and temperature values for prepared items. This would apply to hot and cold holding as well as time out of temperature control.

• For optimal quality and safety, these products are intended for immediate consumption upon preparation or within 24 hours following proper handling guidance.

• These recipes may not be appropriate for all people with dysphagia. Consult with a physician or other qualified healthcare professional about questions concerning your patients’ health and diet, particularly regarding the suitability of these recipes for your patients.