A traditional recipe originating in the French countryside, this country-style pA'tA is a thick, coarsely-textured treasure seasoned with piquant black pepper. We're truly lucky to have found Terroirs D'Antan, a company based in California that is sweet as their French accents, but thankfully much closer to our time zone! This coarse spreadable paste is created using seasonings and fats, added to bring out the flavor in meats. It contains ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) and sodium nitrite to preserve the taste, color, and freshness allowing a longer shelf life the way it has been done in France for centuries. Shelf life indicated when properly refrigerated between 34Adeg and 36AdegF. Consume 10 to 14 days after opening.