New Penford Product Satisfies Growing Demand for Protein-Enriched Foods

12 Feb 2014 --- Penford Food Ingredients, a leader in innovative carbohydrate systems and technologies, has announced the launch of non-GMO white corn protein, PenDure CW. The product contains a minimum of 50 percent protein and enriches low-moisture foods. PenDure CW is non-allergenic and Kosher, and offers the following functional benefits:

• Protein Enrichment
• Non-GMO
• Clean Label
• No Preservatives
• Texturizer

Penford’s existing white corn product portfolio includes:
PenFibe CW, a non-GMO white corn fiber that contains a minimum of 80 percent dietary fiber and cuts calories when used in place of flour. Another offering is PenGerm™CW, a non-GMO white corn-based germ that adds texture, enhances appearance and extends the use of nuts which provides significant cost savings. All three ingredients can be used in the following applications:

• Baked Goods
• Breakfast Cereals
• Breakfast and Nutrition Bars
• Gluten-free Food Products
• Snacks and Tortillas

“The food industry is seeing an increased demand for high-protein foods for a variety of reasons like health and satiety. We’ve introduced PenDure CW in response to this need, offering manufacturers an ingredient that is protein-rich while also providing a host of functional benefits,” said John Randall, president of Penford Food Ingredients. “The expansion of our white corn product offering gives our customers different solutions to meet the growing demand for nutritionally rich options.”