Lentil hummus MATS (IMAGE)

Washington State University

Lentil hummus MATS

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Lentil hummus after undergoing the microwave sterilization (MATS) process. It was then subjected to other tests to see how long it was safe from pathogens. The process was found to keep the hummus safe for up to two years at room temperature if unopened.

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