How do I accurately check the temperature of the sauce in the dispenser?
For a HT2 Dispenser- allow overnight heating before checking the temperature of the sauce for greater accuracy. Be sure the lid and valve guard are in place. If the lid and valve guard are not in place, heat can quickly escape the inside of the dispenser. Next, remove the lid from the dispenser and remove the valve from the bag of sauce. Insert a sanitized thermometer directly into the bag of sauce to check the temperature. It’s important to note that the thermometer on the side of the Gehl’s HT2 Single, Dual & APS show internal temperature of DISPENSER ONLY.
For a Gehl's 2.0 Dispenser- allow 2 hours heating before checking the temperature of the sauce. The Gehl’s 2.0 digital thermometer display is visible under the lid on the front-left of the dispenser. The digital thermometer displays the temperature of the sauce inside the heated cavity and is designed to maintain sauce temperature between 140 - 145°F.
However, accurately check the temperature of Gehl's Sauces,remove the lid from the dispenser and remove the bag of sauce. Set the bag on a hard, flat surface with the valve pointing upward. Push on the flat side of the valve to slide it open. Quickly insert a sanitized thermometer directly into the bag and into the sauce, making sure the tip of the thermometer is in the sauce for 30 - 60 seconds for an accurate temperature read.
How long can I keep bags of unopened sauce?
Gehl's sauces are shelf-stable for one year (12 months) from the date of production, no refrigerationrequired- production dates are printed on each bag of sauce. Unopened bags of sauce should be stored at room temperature and never frozen.
How long can I keep bags of opened, heated sauce in the dispenser?
Typical hold times for heated cheese sauce in the dispenserare5 days for Cheese sauces, with exception of 3 days for Supreme White Cheddar (G05124), and7 days for chili. These hold times begin as soon as cheese has been heated above room temperature. Questions? Call Gehl's Customer Service at 1-800-521-2873.
How should I store bags of sauce that have already been opened and heated for serving?
If storing, firstre-seal the bag of sauce with the original cap. Sauces may be held in refrigeration for up to7 days between temperatures of 38oF and 42oF. Please note: when prepping sauce for refrigeration, it must be cooled rapidly to 70oF in two hours or less and to 40oF within four hours.
How long can I keep an opened #10 can?
The shelf life for an opened #10 can is 7 days as long as it’s refrigerated.
What is the best way to re-heat sauce that has been opened and stored in refrigeration?
For best results, sauce should be re-heated rapidly and this cannot be achieved in the dispenser. Sauces should reach 165 degrees in two hours or less. Gehl's recommends re-heating the bag of sauce in a steamer, warming drawer or hot water bath (do not boil). Please note: Gehl's sauces can only be cooled and re-heated one time for proper food safety. It is strongly recommended that sauce be kept warm in the dispenser 24 hours per day for food safety. Removing product from the dispenser frequently is not advised and will not increase the life of the sauce.
Is the cheese sauce/chili sauce/pudding sauce a non-TCS product?
Because of our aseptic thermal processing and packaging, unopened products do not require time/temperature control to limit pathogenic microorganism growth or toxin formation and are considered non-TCS. Once the package is opened, Gehl Foods recommends handling the product per federal and local food handling requirements (e.g. US FDA Food Code, International HACCP regulations, etc.).
Is the enzyme used in the manufacture of the cheese sauce from an animal or microbial source?
The enzyme is from a microbial source.
How can we keep the cheese sauces in a squeeze bottle at room temperature?
Our Product Handling Recommendations will have the details you are looking for.
Are your products Kosher or Halal certified?
Our certifications are product specific. Please visit our product information pages to confirm the certifications for each of our products.
Is there an adaptor that goes from the round fitment to the 2.0 fitment?
Unfortunately, we do not offer this option. Please make sure to verify with your distributor that they offer the correct size product for your Gehl's dispenser prior to ordering product.
Are your products Gluten Free?
Please visit our product information pages to confirm the status for each of our products.
