Joyce Laird

Articles by Joyce Laird
Facing the allergen challenge
Since Jan. 1, 2006, all labels for packaged foods regulated under the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act (FFD&C Act) must comply with FALCPAs (Food Allergen
Not just Moms apple pie any more
Although the old standards of apple and cherry fillings certainly are not on the way out, many fruit filling suppliers are seeing a demand for more high
Supplemental protein still vital to the baking industry
Where does protein supplementation fit in baking today? Arguably less prominent than during the unlamented carbohydrate catharsis, supplements still are
Conditioning for dough quality
Adding blends of seeds, nuts and grains to dough to produce whole grain breads and rolls generates processing hassles. New dough enhancers and conditioners
Putting the dough back in dough handling
New dough handling equipment improves bakery production by performing multiple functions at variable speeds. Learn how these machines increase profitability.
Working with milk replacements in baking formulas
Cutting costs and avoiding allergens are the primary motives for replacing skim milk powder in baked products. Learn what options are available for your
Having a Ball
Reformulating to sugar-free or no-sugar-added takes an understanding of what sugar does for baked products, beyond merely serving as a sweetener. When
The baker-supplier relationship: a true balancing act
Due to its cutting-edge products, Natural Ovens chooses to keep all product development in-house. Bakeries are continually developing new products or
The new face of par-baking
Always Bagels offers 90% plus par-baked bagels that can be ready to serve in less than five minutes. Baking process equipment, such as this Polin Tunnel
Hot Formulas for Profitability
California Raisin Pumpkin Walnut Muffins. Aunt Millies uses one mix for all three of its cake muffins, customizing it with proprietary flavors, fruits,
Injecting a Protein Boost
Bakers can incorporate whey protein into bakery foods to gain healthful and functional properties. The ingredient has a bland flavor and is soluble in

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