Inventors:
Dillon Friday - Linwood PA, US
Amy Broska - Hamilton NJ, US
Jared Miller - Carneys Point NJ, US
Assignee:
CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY - Camden NJ
International Classification:
A23L 1/237
A23L 1/314
A21D 13/00
A23C 9/152
A23L 1/39
A23L 2/56
US Classification:
426 87, 426649, 426589, 426590, 426549, 426580, 426641
Abstract:
The invention provides compositions and methods for reformulating foodstuffs to reduce sodium content, while significantly enhancing salt perception and minimizing additional bitterness. In certain embodiments, the invention provides salt taste enhancing compositions including a blend of three potassium salts—namely, potassium chloride, monopotassium phosphate, and potassium citrate—which, when used in conjunction with sodium chloride, significantly enhances the salt perception in foods and beverages, while imparting no or limited bitter aftertaste. In other embodiments, the invention provides salt taste enhancing compositions including potassium chloride in combination with an organic acid and, optionally, an organic acid salt of potassium.