Jane L Macdonald

US Patent:

6596335, Jul 22, 2003

Filed:

Nov 21, 2000

Appl. No.:

09/717447

Inventors:

Chih-Yang G. Lo - Saddle Brook NJ
Donald L. Messick - Rehoboth Beach DE
Harold L. Peet - Stony Point NY
Mary M. Sole - Point Pleasant NJ
Andrew E. McPherson - Mt. Prospect IL
Jane L. MacDonald - Yorktown Heights NY
Richard R. Leshik - Brookfield CT

Assignee:

Kraft Foods Holdings, Inc. - Northfield IL

International Classification:

A23L 1187

US Classification:

426579, 426399, 426509, 426521, 426522, 426524

Abstract:

A rice pudding formulation which incorporates 2-16% dry weight parboiled medium grain rice which is processed by ultra-high temperature treatment of at least 230Â F. for a time effective to produce sporecidal activity and to produce a rice pudding product which has a relatively-low level of microbiological activity and which is suitable for refrigerated distribution. The parboiled, medium grain rice is more tolerant to the high temperature and shear conditions of UHT processing. The rice maintains a soft texture for greater than 60 days of refrigerated storage in the finished rice pudding product.

US Patent:

8293299, Oct 23, 2012

Filed:

Dec 30, 2011

Appl. No.:

13/341339

Inventors:

Karl Ragnarsson - Chester NY, US
Jane Lee MacDonald - Yorktown Heights NY, US
Dana Marie Brown - New York NY, US

Assignee:

Kraft Foods Global Brands LLC - Northfield IL

International Classification:

A23F 3/16

US Classification:

4263303, 426590, 4263304, 426592

Abstract:

Containers and methods are provided for dispensing a liquid concentrate utilizing one or more desirable properties including a generally consistent discharge across a range of squeeze forces, a generally consistent discharge with the same force without significant dependence on the amount of liquid concentrate in the container, a substantially dripless or leak proof outlet opening, a jet that minimizes splashing when the liquid concentrate impacts a target liquid, and a jet that maximizes mixing between the liquid concentrate and the target liquid to produce a generally homogenous mixture without the use of extraneous utensils or shaking. Also provided are liquid beverage concentrates that can be cold filled during packaging while maintaining shelf stability for at least about three months at ambient temperatures. Concentrates are provided having low pH, with or without alcohol, and with buffers to allow for increased acid content at a selected pH.

US Patent:

8518469, Aug 27, 2013

Filed:

Jun 12, 2007

Appl. No.:

11/761836

Inventors:

Jane Lee MacDonald - Yorktown Heights NY, US
Morgan Whitney Chase - Ossining NY, US
Kieran Patrick Spelman - New City NY, US

Assignee:

Kraft Foods Group Brands LLC - Northfield IL

International Classification:

A23L 2/00

US Classification:

426590

Abstract:

The invention relates to a cold water soluble, low calorie, low net carbohydrate powdered beverage composition containing protein and fiber suitable for reconstitution with water or aqueous based liquids. More specifically, the present invention relates to a cold water soluble, low calorie, low net carbohydrate powdered beverage composition comprising (1) a protein component, (2) a soluble fiber component, and (3) an optional high intensity sweetener component, wherein the soluble fiber component increases the flowability and cold water solubility of the powdered beverage composition.

US Patent:

8603557, Dec 10, 2013

Filed:

Oct 19, 2012

Appl. No.:

13/656226

Inventors:

Karl Ragnarsson - Chester NY, US
Gary J. Albaum - Pleasantville NY, US
Jane Lee MacDonald - Yorktown Heights NY, US
Leonard S. Scarola - Cary NC, US

Assignee:

Kraft Foods Group Brands LLC - Northfield IL

International Classification:

B65D 81/32

US Classification:

426115, 426 72, 2202541, 215 111, 215228, 215310, 215311, 222494

Abstract:

Containers and methods are provided for dispensing a liquid concentrate utilizing one or more desirable properties including a generally consistent discharge across a range of squeeze forces, a generally consistent discharge with the same force without significant dependence on the amount of liquid concentrate in the container, a substantially dripless or leak proof outlet opening, a jet that minimizes splashing when the liquid concentrate impacts a target liquid, and a jet that maximizes mixing between the liquid concentrate and the target liquid to produce a generally homogenous mixture without the use of extraneous utensils or shaking. Also provided are liquid beverage concentrates that can be cold filled during packaging while maintaining shelf stability for at least about three months at ambient temperatures. Concentrates are provided having low pH, with or without alcohol, and with buffers to allow for increased acid content at a selected pH.

US Patent:

20130075430, Mar 28, 2013

Filed:

Sep 10, 2010

Appl. No.:

13/395652

Inventors:

Karl Ragnarsson - Chester NY, US
Mangesh Palekar - Monroe CT, US
Gary J. Albaum - Pleasantville NY, US
Jane Lee MacDonald - Yorktown Heights NY, US
Leonard S. Scarola - Cary NC, US

International Classification:

B65D 37/00

US Classification:

222206, 222212, 222213

Abstract:

Containers () and methods are provided for dispensing a liquid concentrate () utilizing one or more desirable properties including a generally consistent discharge across a range of squeeze forces, a generally consistent discharge with the same force without significant dependence on the amount of liquid concentrate in the container, a substantially dripless or leak proof outlet opening (), a jet () that minimizes splashing when the liquid concentrate impacts a target liquid (), and a jet that maximizes mixing between the liquid concentrate and the target liquid to produce a generally homogenous mixture without the use of extraneous utensils or shaking. Also provided are liquid beverage concentrates that can be cold filled during packaging, while maintaining shelf stability for at least twelve months at ambient temperatures. Concentrate can have a combination of low pH and high alcohol content such as a pH less than 3.5 and alcohol content greater than 5 percent by weight.

US Patent:

20140017386, Jan 16, 2014

Filed:

Sep 19, 2013

Appl. No.:

14/032107

Inventors:

Jane Lee MacDonald - Yorktown Heights NY, US

Assignee:

Kraft Foods Group Brands LLC - Northfield IL

International Classification:

A23L 2/68

US Classification:

426590

Abstract:

Containers and methods are provided for dispensing a liquid concentrate utilizing one or more desirable properties including a generally consistent discharge across a range of squeeze forces, a generally consistent discharge with the same force without significant dependence on the amount of liquid concentrate in the container, a substantially dripless or leak proof outlet opening, a jet that minimizes splashing when the liquid concentrate impacts a target liquid, and a jet that maximizes mixing between the liquid concentrate and the target liquid to produce a generally homogenous mixture without the use of extraneous utensils or shaking. Also provided are liquid beverage concentrates that can be cold filled during packaging while maintaining shelf stability for at least about three months at ambient temperatures. Concentrates are provided having low pH, with or without alcohol, and with buffers to allow for increased acid content at a selected pH.

US Patent:

61595225, Dec 12, 2000

Filed:

Sep 2, 1999

Appl. No.:

9/388849

Inventors:

Locus Yaw-Jen Chuang - New York NY
Jane L. MacDonald - Yorktown Heights NY

Assignee:

Kraft Foods, Inc. - Northfield IL

International Classification:

A23L 262

US Classification:

426590

Abstract:

A clouding agent for dry beverage mixes is prepared by first forming a mixture of titanium dioxide and water and then subjecting the mixture to high speed shear. A spacing agent and suspending agent are then added to the mixture and the mixture is again subjected to a high speed shear, followed by spray drying. The resultant clouding agent may contain higher quantities of titanium dioxide than conventional clouding agents to thereby provide increased opacity without increased sedimentation. Further, the method of the invention provides higher throughput through the spray dryer and better yields than conventional methods of preparation.

US Patent:

20210261318, Aug 26, 2021

Filed:

May 11, 2021

Appl. No.:

17/316977

Inventors:

- Chicago IL, US
Jane Lee MacDonald - Yorktown Heights NY, US
Piaras Valdis de Cleir - Tarrytown NY, US
Gary J. Albaum - Pleasantville NY, US
Leonard S. Scarola - Cary NC, US

International Classification:

B65D 81/32
A23L 2/56
A23L 2/52
C12G 3/06
A23L 2/385
A23L 2/68

Abstract:

A container is provided for dispensing a liquid concentrate utilizing one or more desirable properties including a generally consistent discharge across a range of squeeze forces, a generally consistent discharge with the same force without significant dependence on the amount of liquid concentrate in the container, a substantially dripless or leak proof outlet opening, a jet that minimizes splashing when the liquid concentrate impacts a target liquid, and a jet that maximizes mixing between the liquid concentrate and the target liquid to produce a generally homogenous mixture without the use of extraneous utensils or shaking.