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Measuring Vapor in the Proofer
The proofer is a key and vital step in loaf formation and properly baked bread. It's also a step where a lot of things can go wrong. The key is understanding how and why it works. The key to this is knowing psychrometry. What is...
Longer Shelf Life with Sorbic Acid?
By Lin Carson Sorbic acid is a common antimicrobial agent used in bakery products to combat mold. It's a carboxylic acid, virtually odorless and tasteless when used in food processing. Its use has been dated back to 1859....
Florida’s Favorite Pie – Key Lime
By Katie Jones The winter weather prompted us to head south to Florida from Minnesota as the temperatures dipped to the single digits. Florida’s forecast = 85oF and sunny! As a bonus I knew I could park my Travel Trailer at my...
Can Crickets be used in Baked Goods?
Cricket flour is making its way into protein bars, chips and cookies across the nation. The product’s main marketing point is the high protein level in the flour or powder. But just where does the use of insects fall in the scope...
All Cracked Up
How do a thermal profiler and texture analyzer work in a quality program? Here is a case study to show how you can make these tools work for you. The BAKERpedia team worked with the Wheat Marketing Center to research the...
Experiencing Norwegian Lefse in Minnesota
During a trip to the Osakis, Minnesota area I noticed a bakery downtown. The spelling was interesting and caught my eye, Jacobs Lefse Bakeri. My curiosity, bakery addiction, sweet tooth, or what have you lured me into the little...
Quality Tools and Research At Your Fingertips!
I love it when I stumble upon a jewel in this industry. If you have not been to the Wheat Marketing Center (WMC) the last time you were here in Portland, make sure you drop by the next time. Located at the Alber's Mill building,...
Think You’ve Tried Everything to Boost Protein?
These High Protein Solutions May Surprise You An increasing number of food products promoting protein on their labels are finding their way onto store shelves. Some of the interest is no doubt fueled by the low-carb and high...
How To Get Rocky Mountain Highs From Marijuana Edibles
What is Rocky Mountain High? John Denver made famous the song ‘Rocky Mountain High’, but he never envisioned the highs that the citizens of Colorado would be receiving from marijuana edibles almost 40 years later. Colorado...
Just How Hot are Sprouted Grains?
Sprouted grains are so HOT right now. The demand for sprouted grains and bread products has been gaining some serious traction. Consumers are looking for solutions to their food intolerances, but the demand has grown to include a...
Bakery Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
What are KPI for Bakeries? Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) measure the business performance of various bakery business processes throughout a bakery’s manufacturing scope and supply chain. It supports the wise old saying “You...
