Abstract: A process and sulfite-free solution for use in preserving fresh-peeled vegetable and fruits, as well as fresh leafy vegetables. Fresh peeled potatoes, other peeled vegetables and fresh peeled fruits are preserved by a first dipping process or spraying employing a mixture of the commerical preservative SPORIX (tm) and citric acid. After trimming, the peeled vegetables are subjected to a second exposure to the same solution; and thereafter, the peeled vegetables are packaged and refrigerated for up to 12 days without suffering discoloration or putrificatiohn. Leafy vegetables, after a similar but shorter treatment, are storable for up to 9 days before consumption.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
March 21, 1990
Date of Patent:
January 29, 1991
Assignee:
Liberty Enterprises, Inc.
Inventors:
James Gardner, Shambhu Manohar, Walter S. Borisenok