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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Nov. 12, 1991
Filed:
Dec. 10, 1990
Jules Silver, Niantic, CT (US);
Other;
Abstract
A method for the preparation of ultra low-fat cheese products. The product is prepared by plasticizing a composition containing the desired low level of lipid, preferably butterfat; an amount of protein, preferably dairy protein, sufficient to emulsify the lipid; and from about 50% to about 70% moisture. The plasticization is achieved by subjecting the composition to the high speed cutting action of a razor sharp bladed food comminuter or to ultrasonic treatment to rupture the fat globules of the lipid and to reduce the particle size of the protein matrix, for a period of time sufficient to plasticize the composition. The physical changes which take place in the protein micelles and fat globules results in protein/fat interaction forming a stable self-emulsified product without the addition of chemical stabilizers or emulsifiers.