US3940505A
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Process for drying foodstuffs
Assignee: Ingredion Inc
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Filing: 1974-09-25
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Granted: 1976-02-24
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Expires: 1994-09-25
Abstract
Abstract This invention relates to a rapid method for drying foodstuffs and the foods dried thereby. In particular, the method disclosed involves comminuting the foodstuff, blending therewith starch in an amount of 20 to 96% by anhydrous weight of the total mixture and drum drying to a desired moisture level. The resulting dried and extended foodstuff is superior to conventionally dried foodstuffs in color, fragrance, flavor retention and storage stability.
Inventors
- 👤 Bernard H. Nappen
- 👤 Richard M. Boettger
- 👤 Nicholas G. Marotta
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 15:43
CPC Classifications
A; A23; A23B; A23B2/00; A23B2/90; A23B2/94; A23B2/945; A23B7/00; A23B7/02; A23B7/022; A23L; A23L19/00; A23L19/01; A23L29/00; A23L29/20; A23L29/206; A23L29/212
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
50 words
A method for drying foodstuffs comprising the steps of: a. comminuting the uncooked foodstuff, b. blending therewith a starch in an amount of 20-96% by anhydrous weight of the total mixture, and c. drum drying the mixture of uncooked foodstuff and starch to a moisture level of less than 10%.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
50 words
A method for drying foodstuffs comprising the steps of: a. comminuting the uncooked foodstuff, b. blending therewith a starch in an amount of 20-96% by anhydrous weight of the total mixture, and c. drum drying the mixture of uncooked foodstuff and starch to a moisture level of less than 10%.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
27 words
The method of claim 1 wherein the starch is blended with the foodstuff in an amount of 30 to 70% by anhydrous weight of the total mixture.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
18 words
The method of claim 1 wherein the foodstuff is drum dried at a temperature of 290° to 350°F.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
20 words
The method of claim 1 wherein the food starch employed is tapioca, waxy maize, corn starch or a derivative thereof.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
19 words
The method of claim 1 wherein the foodstuff is drum dried to a moisture level of less than 5%.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
48 words
An extended dried uncooked foodstuff comprising a blend of a foodstuff in comminuted form together with a starch in an amount of 20-96% by anhydrous weight of the total mixture, which blend has been drum dried at a temperature of 290° to 350°F. to a desired moisture level.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
48 words
An extended dried uncooked foodstuff comprising a blend of a foodstuff in comminuted form together with a starch in an amount of 20-96% by anhydrous weight of the total mixture, which blend has been drum dried at a temperature of 290° to 350°F. to a desired moisture level.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
15 words
The extended foodstuff of claim 6 wherein the foodstuff is a fruit or a vegetable.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-02-23 | 1979-08-25 | 1980-02-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-02-23 | 1983-08-25 | 1984-02-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-02-23 | 1987-08-25 | 1988-02-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |