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<h3>Making Healthy Cooking Easy and Delicious</h3> <ul> <li>Sun Basket delivers the freshest organic produce and clean ingredients.</li> <li>We use responsibly sourced meats, free from antibiotics and added hormones.</li> <li>We only use seafood that is recommended as Best Choice or Good Alternative by the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch® program.</li> <li>Our recipes are delivered in sustainable, eco–friendly packaging.</li> <li>All recipes are developed by our chef and approved by our in-house dietitians.</li> <li>At least one recipe per week will be certified by the American Heart Association®'s Heart-Check certification program guidelines for a heart-healthy diet. These recipes will be indicated on the menu page with a Heart-Check mark.</li> <li>Every week, Sun Basket donates an average of 1000 pounds of food to <a href="http://www.shfb.org/?gclid=CL3QiJnvnNMCFQ6oaQodR08FAQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Second Harvest Food Bank</a> of Santa Clara and San Mateo counties, the New Jersey Agricultural Society <a href="http://www.njagsociety.org/farmers-against-hunger.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Farmers Against Hunger</a>, and <a href="http://www.hopeforhim.com/food-pantry" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hope Food Pantry of Monroe County</a>.</li> </ul> <h3>Our Executive Chef</h3> <ul> <li>Recipes created by <a href="http://sunbasket.com/chef" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Chef Justine Kelly</a>, formerly of James Beard Award-winning restaurant The Slanted Door.</li> <li>She's passionate about teaching people how to cook delicious, healthy meals using the best ingredients and globally inspired flavors.</li> <li>A California Bay Area native, Chef Justine has developed long-term relationships with the country's best purveyors.</li> </ul> <h3>The Real Value of Sun Basket</h3> <ul> <li>Direct access to the freshest organic produce and clean ingredients — we bring the farmer's market, specialty shop, butcher and fishmonger right to your doorstep!</li> <li>Save time — no menu planning, no grocery shopping, and no measuring.</li> <li>Save money — we send you exactly what you need, so you're not buying a big block of tamarind paste or extra herbs that will go to waste.</li> <li>Fresher than the grocery store! We buy directly from the source, bringing you the highest-quality meats, seafood, and fresh-picked produce directly from the best purveyors to your table.</li> </ul> <h3>Become An Affiliate Partner</h3> Interested in helping us grow Sun Basket? We offer industry-leading referral incentives. <a href="https://www.shareasale.com/shareasale.cfm?merchantID=58818" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Get started</a>.   An update on COVID-19. We are committed to staying open and serving you. <a href="https://sunbasket.com/covid19-faq" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" aria-describedby="slack-kit-tooltip">Learn more</a>.

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<h3>Dietitian–Approved Recipes</h3> <ul> <li>All recipes are approved by our in–house dietitians to comply with the latest USDA dietary guidelines and most recent science-based nutritional recommendations.</li> <li>Meals are typically between 500–800 calories.</li> <li>Balanced meals emphasize organic produce, whole grains, high–quality protein, and good fats, with minimal added sugar and processed foods.</li> <li>At least one recipe per week will be certified by the American Heart Association's® Heart-Check Recipe Certification Program guidelines for a heart-healthy diet. These recipes will be indicated on the menu page with a Healthy Heart-Check symbol.</li> </ul> <h3>Top Quality Standards</h3> <ul> <li>Sun Basket carefully screens our suppliers to select the highest quality produce available – always non–GMO and free of persistent and systemic herbicides and pesticides.</li> <li>Sun Basket strives to source organic produce 100% of the time. Currently over 99% of our produce is organic. We are a USDA-certified organic handler, and all organic ingredients are clearly labeled on delivery</li> <li>Mother Nature can be fickle. On the rare occasion that we are unable to meet our organic promise, we'll let you know with a note in your basket.</li> <li>Our meats are responsibly raised and free of antibiotics and artificial hormones.</li> <li>We only source seafood that is recommended as Best Choice or Good Alternative by the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch® program.</li> <li>Our standards meet or exceed the standards of most natural grocery stores.</li> </ul> <h3 dir="ltr">Animal Welfare Standards</h3> At Sun Basket, we are committed to sourcing the most responsibly-raised meat, poultry, and seafood possible. We work closely with our ranchers, farmers, fisherman, and other suppliers to maintain these high standards and seek ways to improve the welfare of animals raised throughout our supply chain over time.   As of today: <ul> <li>100% of Sun Basket’s eggs are organic and come from chickens that are given the ability to roam freely in open environments. We strive to use only eggs from pasture-raised hens but may use free-range when pasture-raised eggs are unavailable.</li> <li>100% of our chicken comes from family farms in the United States that observe high standards of animal welfare. All chickens are given the ability to roam freely, with no broiler cages, and are fed a 100% vegetarian diet. Our chickens are never given antibiotics and are never administered growth promotants, hormones, or steroids. Compliance is demonstrated via third party audit. </li> <li>100% of Sun Basket’s pork comes from ethically-run family farms that care deeply about the welfare of their animals and raise them in a safe, nurturing environment. The pigs are fed a vegetarian diet and housed in open, group environments, without the use of gestation crates. Sun Basket’s pork is always antibiotic-free and, as required by federal regulation, hormone-free. </li> <li>100% of Sun Basket beef is humanely raised in pastures to maintain the quality of the end product by reducing stress and strain on the animal throughout the life cycle. They are given unlimited access to the outdoors, and not in confined areas nor over-crowded in feedlots. Our organic beef comes from cattle that are exclusively grass-fed and our non-organic beef comes from cattle that are grass-fed and grain-finished. 100% of Sun Basket beef is antibiotic-free. </li> <li>100% of Sun Basket lamb is pasture-raised and antibiotic free. </li> <li>100% of Sun Basket turkey is grown on family farms in climate-controlled barns where they have access to fresh, clean water 24 hours a day and are raised on a vegetarian diet that consists of grains and non-GMO vitamins and minerals. They are never caged, never given antibiotics, and are allowed to roam freely throughout the barn with access to the outside. </li> <li>100% of Sun Basket seafood is wild-caught or, for special offerings that may be selected by our consumers, sustainably farmed. We only use seafood that is recommended as Best Choice or Good Alternative by the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch® program, and our fishermen use low-impact fishing methods such as line fishing.</li> </ul>   Looking forward: By 2024, we are working towards the following goals: <ul> <li dir="ltr"> 100% of our chicken supply be certified by Global Animal Partnership (GAP) and be processed in a manner that avoids live-dumping or live-shackling, and instead utilizes a pre-shackle, multi-step controlled-atmosphere processing system that’s widely hailed as more humane. </li> <li dir="ltr"> 100% of our beef, pork, and chicken be supplied from sources that meet GAP Step 1, certified humane or other known industry standards for "humane". </li> </ul>   An update on COVID-19. We are committed to staying open and serving you. <a href="https://sunbasket.com/covid19-faq/">Learn more.</a>

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What comes in my Sun Basket?

<h3>Freshest Farm–to–Table Food</h3> <ul> <li>Hand–selected seasonal ingredients from the country's top farmers, ranchers and seafood purveyors.</li> <li>Organic produce, responsibly raised meats free from antibiotics and added hormones, and sustainably sourced seafood.</li> <li>Ingredients delivered directly to your door, fresher than the grocery store.</li> </ul> <h3>Healthy, Delicious 30–Minute Recipes</h3> <ul> <li>Developed by our award–winning California chef <a href="https://sunbasket.com/chef">Justine Kelly</a>.</li> <li>Most meals take about 30 minutes to prepare using easy-to-follow recipes.</li> <li>Dietitian–approved recipes with typically 500–800 calories per serving.</li> <li>Pre–measured ingredients for less food waste and easier cleanup.</li> </ul> <h3>Eco–Friendly Packaging</h3> <ul> <li>All packaging is recyclable or compostable.</li> <li><a href="https://sunbasket.com/recycle">Learn more</a> about our recycling program.</li> </ul> <h3>Custom Plans for Healthy Lifestyles</h3> Classic Menu: Our signature menu, featuring healthy spins on restaurant–worthy dishes, with a mix of global flavors and comforting classics. <ul> <li>Choose 2, 3, or 4 recipes per week for 2 or 4 people.</li> <li>$11.99 per serving (for 3-recipe plan), $7.99 shipping fee per order (first week delivery is always free).</li> <li>Choose any recipe you like each week, regardless of your meal plan.</li> <li>Classic Menu Meal Plans:</li> </ul> <ul style="list-style-type: circle;"> <li>Chef's Choice: Our chef's hand-picked recipes, highlighting peak seasonal produce, top-quality meats and seafood, and unique house-made sauces.</li> <li>Paleo: Fuel up with clean, high-protein recipes full of fresh veggies, top quality meats and seafood, and no dairy, gluten, grains, soy, or corn.</li> <li>Gluten-Free: Lose the gluten without feeling deprived, with fresh vegetables, top quality meats and seafood, plus our chef's favorite gluten-free alternatives. Please note, Sun Basket meals are prepared in a facility that handles wheat, and while the Gluten-Free meal plan follows a gluten-free diet, due to risk of cross-contamination, meals are not suitable for people with severe gluten intolerance.</li> <li>Lean & Clean: Delicious meals with lean proteins and clean ingredients help make it easy to manage your weight. No gluten, soy, or dairy, under 600 calories per serving.</li> <li>Vegetarian: Balanced dinners full of organic veggies. Vibrant, creative recipes starring fresh, organic producer, responsibly sourced dairy, and organic eggs.</li> <li>Pescatarian: Combine the benefits of a vegetarian diet, rich in seasonal, organic produce, with an added dose of wild-caught, sustainably sourced seafood.</li> <li>Mediterranean: Enjoy seasonal produce, responsibly raised meat & wild-caught seafood paired alongside whole grains, good fats, and fresh herbs.</li> </ul> Family Menu: Our most delicious menu for taste buds big and small, with lots of vegetables cleverly tucked into kid-friendly recipes the whole family will enjoy. <ul> <li>Choose 2, 3 or 4 recipes each week for 4 people.</li> <li>$10.99 per serving (for 3-recipe plan), $7.99 shipping fee per order (first week delivery is always free).</li> <li>Family Menu Meal Plans:</li> </ul> <ul style="list-style-type: circle;"> <li>Chef's Choice: Our chef's hand-picked recipes please parents and kids alike, with "Kids Can" recipe steps and in-box activities to get kids in on the fun. Weekly favorites like pasta and tacos ensure home-run meals every time. Comfortably feeds a family of 4. Available in 2, 3, and 4-recipe meal plans</li> <li>Vegetarian: Delicious, family-friendly vegetarian recipes, available in 2-recipe Vibrant, creative recipes starring fresh, organic produce, responsibly sourced dairy, and organic eggs meal plans.</li> </ul>   An update on COVID-19. We are committed to staying open and serving you. <a href="https://sunbasket.com/covid19-faq" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" aria-describedby="slack-kit-tooltip">Learn more</a>.

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Sun Basket is excited to work with the American Heart Association®  to bring you one Heart-Check certified recipe per week. These Heart-Check certified recipes are part of our Lean & Clean plan, but you can choose them regardless of the plan! These recipes meet the American Heart Association's® strict guidelines for a heart-healthy recipe. While we don't offer a complete Heart-Check certified meal plan, please note that the other Lean & Clean recipes are a great supplement to the Heart-Check certified recipes. 1. What does the Heart-Check certification on Sun Basket recipes mean? The Heart-Check symbol indicates that these specific recipes, as part of our Lean & Clean meal plan, are in compliance with the American Heart Association's® Heart-Check certification program based on their nutrition requirements for heart-healthy recipes. 2. What are the American Heart Association®'s guidelines for Heart-Check certification? Specific Heart-Check guidelines can be found <a href="http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/HealthyLiving/HealthyEating/Heart-CheckMarkCertification/Heart-Check-Recipe-Certification-Program-Nutrition-Requirements_UCM_488523_Article.jsp#.WcmW4FqGPBJ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>. Heart-Check certified meals include a serving from at least two main food groups, including protein (meat, seafood, beans, nuts), fruits & vegetables, dairy, and grains. Their nutrition counts are equal to or less than the following: <ul> <li>500 calories</li> <li>3.5g saturated fat</li> <li>.05 g trans fat</li> <li>600 mg sodium</li> <li>2 tsp added sugar</li> </ul> All Lean & Clean recipes are free of trans fats and added sugars. 3. Are these recipes only suited for those closely monitoring their heart health? No, all Heart-Check recipes are suitable and enjoyable for anyone interested in delicious, healthy cooking. 4. Are all Lean & Clean recipes Heart-Check certified by the American Heart Association®? No, only those recipes that carry the Heart-Check certification have been reviewed and approved by the American Heart Association® as meeting their requirements for heart-healthy food. However, all our recipes are developed in-house with our team of nutritionists to be healthy and delicious. 5. Can I order Heart-Check certified recipes if I'm on meal plans other than Lean & Clean? Yes. As always, you can swap out your default recipes for any of Sun Basket's weekly offerings online or on your Sun Basket app. All American Heart Association®-approved recipes will be indicated with a Heart-Check certified tag on the weekly menu. 6. Are the Sun Basket recipes with Heart-Check certification your only recipes suitable for a healthy lifestyle? No. Although our Heart-Check certified recipes are the only ones officially certified by the American Heart Association®, all Sun Basket recipes are developed by our chef and in-house nutrition team to be nutritionally balanced. 7. How often will a Heart-Check certified recipe be available? At least one Heart-Check recipe per week will be included in our Lean & Clean meal plan.   An update on COVID-19. We are committed to staying open and serving you. <a href="https://sunbasket.com/covid19-faq" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" aria-describedby="slack-kit-tooltip">Learn more</a>.

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