Shelf-stable aseptic dairy product
US4888194A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 13, 1988 |
| Grant date | Dec 19, 1989 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 13, 2008 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA23C13/12
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A shelf-stable aseptic dairy product and process for preparing the same are disclosed. The product comprises dairy ingredients, an added monoglyceride emulsifier, sodium alginate stabilizer and other optional ingredients. The process comprises (a) heating dairy ingredients to above about 60.degree. C.; (b) combining heated dairy ingredients, added emulsifier, sodium alginate stabilizer, and other optional ingredients; (c) performing an ultra-high temperature treatment; (d) cooling; (e) homogenizing to produce a stable and uniform emulsion; and (f) further cooling and packaging the resulting cooled emulsion in an aseptic container under aseptic conditions. A shelf-stable aseptic packaged product prepared according to the disclosed process is also disclosed. The product is shelf-stable for several months and is capable of forming a stable foam upon whipping.
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