Stevia Extract In The Raw Announces National 'Sweet & Simple Recipe Contest'

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In Search of the Best Original Summer Recipes

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Apr 14, 2010, 01:05 ET

NEW YORK, April 14 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of summer, Stevia Extract In The Raw® announces its "Sweet & Simple Recipe Contest," in search of the best summer-inspired recipes, with a slimmed-down makeover. Inspired foodies can now submit their recipes online through May 31 at www.steviaintheraw.com. Prizes will be awarded to three finalists and one grand prize winner.

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Stevia In The Raw is a naturally delicious, zero–calorie, sweetener derived directly from the leafy green foliage of the Stevia plant. From the maker of Sugar In The Raw®, it's the allnatural, no calorie sweetener that costs less and tastes great. More great news for the home cook is the new, convenient 9.7 oz Baker's Bag that measures cup for cup when substituting for sugar. Stevia In The Raw is the first brand to offer a Stevia bulk product that is best suited for cooking and baking, in response to the growing demands of the consumer for a natural substitute to sugar.

Contest winners will enjoy the sweet taste of victory, with $500 going to the best overall recipe and a $100 prize to the best recipe in three categories! All winners will also receive a year's supply of Stevia In The Raw, in both Baker's Bags and packets. Competition categories include, "summer desserts," "summer beverages," "sauces and dressings" and "quick and easy." Sweet and simple recipes should be creative, easy to make and feature Stevia In The Raw. More information and rules can be found on www.steviaintheraw.com.

Popular for its natural, pure sweetness, and ease of use, Stevia In The Raw is a perfect ingredient for delectable summer dishes and ideal for those who may be watching their waistline during bathing suit season. This contest brings the sweetness of Stevia in The Raw into favorite summer recipes, helping create lower calorie options for families across the country.

About Stevia Extract In The Raw

Stevia Extract In The Raw is a 100% natural zero calorie sweetener. Its sweetness is derived from Rebiana (aka Reb-A) — an extract from the Stevia plant. Stevia Extract In The Raw is manufactured by Cumberland Packing Corp., the company that produces Sugar In The Raw natural cane turbinado sugar. For more information and stevia-sweetened recipes, visit www.steviaintheraw.com.