Organic pastabilities.

Hodgson Mill's Certified Organic Gourmet Pasta (12 ounces for $2.15) is made with only two ingredients: organic durum whole-wheat flour and milled flax seed. Since 1882 Hodgson has used only whole grains, unlike most conventional foods, which are made from refined or heavily processed flours. The company's USDA-certified, stone-milled organic pastas are available in spaghetti, fettuccine, angel hair, penne and spiral shapes. They are free of artificial preservatives, additives and colorings and taste great. Flax seed is rich in omega-3 oils and natural fiber, which is known to lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Hodgson Mill also produces organic bread and pancake mixes, couscous, cereal, flour, corn meal and wheat-free and gluten-free products.

American supermarkets that once completely ignored organic products are now lining the shelves with them. To meet the growing demand, food giant Unilever has recently introduced a line of organic sauces for its Ragu label ($2.80). The sauces are available in traditional, garden veggie and cheese flavors and are guaranteed to have no artificial content and at least 95 percent organic ingredients, according to the USDA certification. The jars contain 25 percent recycled glass. CONTACT: Hodgson Mill, [phone], www. Hodgsonmill.com; Ragu, [phone], www.ragu.com.