I have a potato and leek recipe that called for this product. I made the soup without it. It was ok. I'm not a vegan or eating strictly healthy but I love trying different foods. Out of curiosity I bought some of this yeast. (There is a web site linked with Amazon that explains this product and it's uses.) It was a filling and tasty addition to the potato and leek soup. I'll be using more of this product. Thank you Amazon you've widened my world and maybe me.