Patents Assigned to Dean Foods Co.
  • Method of curing pickle stock
    Patent number: 6110513
    Abstract: A method for obtaining a cured pickle stock without subjecting the pickle stock to conventional fermentation processes. The pickle stock is immersed in a curing liquid and then subjected to alternative vacuum and pressure treatment steps. A cured pickle product is produced having the desired translucent appearance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 1993
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2000
    Assignee: Dean Foods Co.
    Inventors: Craig Hackl, Ted Koelling