Bland-flavored soy protein isolates, ideal for flavored or plain soymilk and high-protein beverages, now are available in complete bulk dry mixes for ease of use.
Research and market trends have opened the door for innovative dairy ingredients with improved functionality and health benefits. This article highlights whey, milkfat fractions and nonfat dry milk research that will provide formulators new ways to solve old problems.
The GRAS concept often is misunderstood. The steps to GRAS self-determination are described, including preparing a GRAS monograph, setting up an expert panel, and introducing the GRAS substance into the food supply.
An anti-microbial ingredients system used to reduce or eliminate Listeria monocytogenes in high-risk, meat-containing deli salads and sauces has been approved by the USDA's Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS).
Multifunctional hydrocolloids—from starches to gums—help formulators with a myriad of formulation issues. The demand for new products with textural variety and a controlled number of calories will drive their use further during the next several years.