It all started with a simple trip to the grocery store. I wanted to eat healthier and was shocked to find that so many of the sauces and snacks I loved were filled with ingredients I couldn't even pronounce. Preservatives, additives, and junk seemed to be everywhere. I quickly realized that if I wanted truly clean food, I had to make it myself. But that's not always convenient, and it got me thinking...how can I make healthy, convenient?

The journey began in my own kitchen, where I started experimenting with different dehydrated ingredients. It was a long process of trial and error, testing countless combinations to create my first line of Easy-prep Sauces. The goal was simple: provide delicious, ready-to-use sauces that were free from the junk found in store-bought brands. After finalizing my recipes, I realized that I could apply the same approach to other areas of the kitchen.

With sauces handled, I decided to build a team and tackle the world of snacking. We were determined to find a healthy alternative to fried chips that still delivered a satisfying crunch. This led us to puffed quinoa, a light, air-popped grain with protein and fiber. From there, our Puffiona line of snacks was born. A truly wholesome snack, great on its own or as a topping. Since this brand was founded on quality, all of our products are still made in small batches and are packed with the same simple, clean ingredients we started with.

At the end of the day, our mission is simple: to make healthy eating easier. You should be able to enjoy the foods you love without worrying about what's in them, right?

- Jack Reitnour (Founder of Dried & True)