For every application from soups to desserts, potatoes are an essential addition to the traditional list of potential fillers, binders and extenders. Potatoes impart a neutral flavor and ideal texture to achieve a smooth, even and moist finished product.
A product developer’s perspective on food origin and traceability
August 29, 2018
J.R. Simplot Company, a privately held agribusiness firm, has an integrated portfolio that includes phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, food processing, food brands, and other enterprises related to agriculture.
For every application from soups to desserts, potatoes are an essential addition to the traditional list of potential fillers, binders and extenders. Potatoes impart a neutral flavor and ideal texture to achieve a smooth, even and moist finished product.
Potatoes are a globally-inspired ingredient that are central to some of the hottest ethnic cuisines, from Indian to Latin to Asian and African. A blank canvas for creativity, potatoes beautifully absorb flavorful sauces and curries.
Take a stroll through the fresh and frozen aisles to discover a variety of new, on-trend breakfast options. Fresh, value-added shredded potatoes mixed with diced onions and peppers in the produce aisle are perfect for a quick and easy hash. In the egg case, pre-made breakfast bowls offer a convenient meal incorporating whole ingredients including potatoes, veggies and eggs. And in the frozen section, choose from a variety of breakfast burritos, sandwiches and bowls to accommodate virtually every dietary concern.
In a plant-based era, the versatile potato makes its way to the center of the plate
February 28, 2018
With Meatless Mondays catching fire and a general trend toward consuming less animal protein, manufacturers are relying on versatile, satisfying and familiar foods to take the place of meat as the hero ingredient. Enter potatoes, which deliver on customer satisfaction and lend themselves to a myriad of preparations.
Reser's new refrigerated Purely Hand-Cut Fruit options include Pineapple Spears, Mango Slices, Fruit Salad with Papaya, a Tropical Salad, Honeydew Halves and a Tropical Salad without Melons
February 22, 2018
The foodservice division at Reser’s Fine Foods, Beaverton, Ore., greets the new year with new side dishes. They include Crisp Cut Tri-Color Potatoes and an entirely new line of Reser’s Purely Hand-Cut Fruit offerings.
Sale of Bob Evans Restaurants and acquisition of Pineland Farms Potato Company marks new Era at Bob Evans Farms, Inc.
February 2, 2017
Bob Evans Farms, Inc. announced definitive agreements for the sale of Bob Evans Restaurants and the purchase of Pineland Farms Potato Company, enabling the company to focus on driving growth of BEF Foods.
Research suggests consistent and early exposure to a variety of vegetables may help increase intake and fill nutrient gaps
April 1, 2015
Are children not eating their vegetables because of texture, lack of role modeling, negative sensory experience, delayed introduction, bitter taste, infrequent exposure, rejection of any new foods, or are they just plain picky and stubborn?