Patents by Inventor Francis R. Saunders

Francis R. Saunders has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Potato segment and process for preparing frozen french fried potatoes suitable for microwave reheating
    Patent number: 4219575
    Abstract: A potato segment and a process for preparing frozen french fried potatoes suitable for microwave reheating. The potato segment has an undulating side surface configuration of particular dimensions which is adapted for microwave reheating. The potato segments are blanched, fried, and then frozen. When reheated with microwave energy, the potato segments resemble in quality, color, texture, flavor and odor, french fried potatoes prepared directly from fresh potatoes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 1978
    Date of Patent: August 26, 1980
    Assignee: Amfac Foods, Inc.
    Inventors: Francis R. Saunders, Richard L. McLaughlin
  • Frozen potato patty
    Patent number: D254936
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 15, 1976
    Date of Patent: May 13, 1980
    Assignee: Amfac Foods, Inc.
    Inventor: Francis R. Saunders