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Sadler's Smokehouse Ltd. Adds To Its Dinner For Two Product Line

Sadler’s Smokehouse Ltd., Frisco, Texas, is adding Pulled Pork with Baked Beans and Shredded Beef Brisket with Macaroni to its Dinner for Two product line.

Butterball LLC Introduces Turkey Chubs and Turkey Franks

Butterball LLC, Garner, N.C., is introducing two “better for you” turkey products—Fresh Ground Turkey in chub packages and Premium Turkey Franks.

Bar-S Foods Co. Introduces Deli Fresh Corn Dogs

Bar-S Foods Co., Phoenix, is introducing Deli Fresh Corn Dogs that are made with chicken, pork and beef.

Jimmy Dean's new breakfast line set to satisfy while controlling calories

Downers Grove, Ill.-based Sara Lee North America has launched Jimmy D’s, a new line of frozen breakfast entrées, in time for the back to school season.

Frozen coconut meat, water roll out on advantages of nutrition, convenience

With a heavy concentration of beneficial nutrients and a naturally sweet taste, coconut is emerging as an increasingly attractive choice for consumers who are concerned with healthy eating, and Exotic Superfoods, Flushing, N.Y., is providing it in two frozen forms.

Stefano debuts handheld pizza for the refrigerated case

To make pizza even more convenient, Stefano Foods, Charlotte, N.C., is introducing a new product, its 7.5-ounce Tuscanni Handheld Pizza.

Perdue adds whole grain coated frozen chicken

Consumers are searching for healthier alternatives to traditional food items, and Perdue Farms, Salisbury, Md., is responding with three new whole grain coated frozen chicken products.

Green Valley Organics Lactose Free yogurt and kefir debuts in Whole Foods

Sebastopol, Calif.-based Redwood Hill Farm & Creamery is taking healthy yogurt and kefir a step further for those consumers who have an allergy-based problem with consumption.

Yoplait Splitz satisfies chilled or frozen

With summer in full swing, General Mills, Minneapolis, is unveiling Yoplait Splitz, a yogurt that tastes like a sundae whether eaten at a medium chill or frozen.

Phillips Coastal Crab Cakes extend product line

Baltimore-based Phillips Foods has added Coastal Crab Cakes to its retail line as an introductory price product for shoppers who are watching their cash.

Green garbanzos rolling after Costco debut

A pioneer of green garbanzo bean production in the United States, Clearwater Country Foods, Genesee, Idaho, has developed a product for the frozen vegetables section that has rolled out to 50 Costco locations in the Northwest and Intermountain West.

Cargill debuts fresh meat in freezer-ready package

Starting something new to provide consumers with more convenience, Cargill, Minneapolis, has launched the Grantwood Meats brand of freezer-ready fresh beef.

Calamari rings launch under Margaritaville brand

Lakeland, Fla.-based Tampa Maid is launching Margaritaville Captain’s Calamari Rings as an appetizer or entrée.

Natalie's blends new juices

To give summer some fresh flavor, Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Co., Fort Pierce, Fla., has unveiled a new line of handcrafted seasonal juice blends that includes Blackberry Limeade, Orange Mango Peach and Orange Raspberry, first introducing them at the recent Fancy Food Show, held at the Jacob Javits Center in New York.

Soul Rolls spice up multiple meal occasions

Soul Rolls have arrived to provide retail frozen food cases with a new twist on ethnic cuisine.

Squa-round cups keep Il Giardino cheese fresh

Richfield, Wis.-based DCI Cheese Co., has introduced 5-ounce “squa-round” cups for its Il Giardino line.

Farmland cooks up new smoked sausage

Made for big eaters, Farmland Gold Medal Smoked Sausage not only offers abundant flavor but, at 8 inches lengthwise, a scale that dwarfs the average bun.

Karoun adds spreadable labne cheese

To extend its line of Mediterranean specialties, Karoun Dairies, Turlock, Calif., is rolling out labne, a spreadable kefir cheese.

Gaucho introduces Argentine empanadas

La Jolla, Calif.-based Gaucho Brands is rolling out Argentine-style frozen empanadas to general distribution.

Salt & Pepper Calamari rolls from Phillips

Building on restaurant trends, Phillips Foods, Baltimore, is introducing Salt & Pepper Calamari, an appetizer, snack or even main course for today’s eclectic eater.

Blue Bell gives ice cream a kettle crunch

To honor July’s National Ice Cream Month 2010 celebration, Blue Bell Creameries, Brenham, Texas, has launched a brand new frozen flavor, Caramel Kettle Crunch, that combines two favorite American treats.

Finlandia turns better snacking into double the fun

A pair of new snacking choices has emerged from Valio USA, Parsippany, N.J., under the Finlandia brand, and each provides a healthy alternative to typical between-meal fare.

Love & Quiches indulges consumers with single-serve cheesecake

To satisfy a consumer need for a deluxe treat, Love & Quiches, Freeport, N.Y., has launched a new single-serving refrigerated cheesecake in its Grab & Go product line.

The Full Plate extends fresh meal reach with frozen

In an expansion to grocery, The Full Plate, Oakland, Calif., is rolling out a line of frozen gourmet meals for the majority of consumers who don’t have access to its kitchens.

New Ultra Lo-Gly cuts calories and glycemic index

As an increasingly popular measure of healthy eating, the glycemic index is getting more attention from people who are concerned about nutritional issues, and Ultra Lo-Gly Juice Blend Beverages, distributed by LGJ, LLC, Camarillo, Calif., provide wellness-oriented consumers with an easy and refreshing way to maintain their dietary standards even when they are away from home.

Kettle Cuisine adds all kinds of soup

Chelsea, Mass.-based Kettle Cuisine is stirring the pot with a soup program that’s adding new products for freezer cases and deli hot soup displays.

Shrimp introduction erupting from Tampa Maid

Erupting flavor is the point of Margaritaville Volcano Shrimp from Tampa Maid, Lakeland, Fla.

Prima Donna gift box set for the holidays

With the time to consider strategies for the year-end holidays at hand, Vandersterre Groep International is offering a gourmet gift ideal under its Prima Donna brand.

Jones adds turkey sausage

For consumers who are concerned about healthier eating, Jones Dairy Farm, Fort Atkinson, Wis., has introduced All Natural Golden Brown Turkey Sausage Links to the company’s precooked sausage line, said Philip Jones, president.

Butterball introduces deep fried but healthy cold cuts

Garner, N.C.-based Butterball has launched a range of deep fried deli meats using a process that leaves them healthy enough to satisfy the American Heart Association's extra lean standards.

Karoun scores with feta in a basket

Proving feta cheese isn’t confined to the block, Karoun Dairies, Turlock, Calif., has introduced Mediterranean Basket Fetas, a line of products uniquely packaged to provide consumers with additional use options.

Sara Lee launches Fresh Ideas in lower-sodium deli meats

Downers Grove, Ill.-based Sara Lee has announced that it has Fresh Ideas, as in a line of lower-sodium pre-sliced deli meats.

Creta Farms launches olive oil-infused deli meats

As the International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Association’s convention opened on June 6, Creta Farms, Lansdale, Pa., introduced its line of extra virgin olive oil-infused Gourmet Deli Meats to the United States.

Organic kosher baby food arrives from Petite Select

The Petite Select division of Nature’s Select Food Group, Miami, has launched a new line of frozen organic kosher baby food.

Two new items roll from Falafel Republic

To address a demand for authentic ethnic foods, Falafel Republic, Needham, Mass., has announced the introduction of its take on a staple of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine.

DCI debuts Smokehaus Blue

Richfield, Wis.-based DCI Cheese Co. has added Salemville Smokehaus Blue to its award winning line of hand-crafted blue-veined cheeses.

Margaritaville introduces island-inspired chicken chunks

Exeter, N.H.-based Margaritaville Foods is rolling out the latest addition to its portfolio of island-inspired food and beverage products with all-natural, breaded chicken breast chunks.

Three new single-serve meals emerge from gardein

Expanding its line of plant-based foods in the United States, gardein, Vancouver, British Columbia, is launching three meat-free single-serve meals marketed under the trio label.

Farmland dogs cook better with cheddar

To prove there’s more to hot dogs than initially meets the taste bud, Farmland Foods, Kansas City, Mo., is introducing a new product with a surprise inside.

Seafood bags arrive from Phillips

To provide restaurant quality at-home dining, Phillips Foods, Baltimore, is rolling out a new line of Fish Bags and Shrimp Bags that take the guesswork out of preparing seafood.

Murray's cooks up chicken bacon

To entice the health-conscious consumer, Murray’s Chicken, South Fallsburg, N.Y., is rolling out a new style of bacon that is lower in calories and fat.

Smith Dairy makes chocolate more convenient

Orrville, Ohio-based Smith Dairy Products Co. is setting out to satisfy consumer craving for chocolate more conveniently by delivering a pint-size container of Ruggles Chocolate Premium Ice Cream.

Pierre serves up mini sandwiches

Cincinnati-based Pierre Foods is rolling out a line of fully cooked, bite-sized sandwiches to meet consumer demand for convenience and smaller portioned food items.

Three new flavors favored by Lovin' Scoopful

Adding to its existing line of 13 seasonal flavors, Lovin’ Scoopful, Los Angeles, is introducing three new low-calorie ice cream varieties.

To best delivery, DiGiorno adds breadsticks

The pizza and breadsticks combo meals offered by delivery restaurants aren’t going to steal customers away from DiGiorno, not if the folks that guide the brand can help it.

New bowls from Don Miguel

To provide freezer-case consumers more choice in rich Mexican cuisine, Don Miguel, Anaheim, Calif., has introduced hearty, healthy and vibrantly packaged El Charrito Grande Bowls.

DCI serves up party trays

To make entertaining easier, DCI Cheese Co., Richfield, Wis., is introducing a line of convenient Party Express mixed appetizer trays.

Starbucks offers non-coffee ice cream flavors

As part of a retail brand expansion, Starbucks Coffee, Seattle, is launching three new ice cream varieties under the heading coffee-free flavors that were inspired by the alternative beverages offered in its cafés.

P. F. Chang entrées launch

Taking inspiration from the restaurant chain, Unilever North America, Englewood Cliffs, N.J., has developed a line of eight Asian frozen entrées that is rolling out to freezer cases under the label P.F. Chang’s Home Menu.

Side dishes launch under Alexia brand

Omaha, Neb.-based ConAgra Foods, is rolling out Alexia Select Sides, a line of frozen roasted potato and vegetable side dishes formulated for skillet preparation.

Turkey burgers arrive from Philly-Gourmet

In an expansion that takes its convenience-oriented frozen burger line beyond beef, Philly-Gourmet Meat Co., Reading, Pa., is introducing ready-to-cook quarter-pound turkey burgers.

Aunt Jemima celebrates breakfast with Confetti Pancakes

Brightening breakfast, Pinnacle Foods Group, Mountain Lakes, N.J., is launching Aunt Jemima frozen Confetti Pancakes.

Stouffer's adds Bistro subs

With convenience in mind, Nestlé USA, Solon, Ohio, has introduced a line of four toasted frozen sub sandwiches.

Convenience coupled with health in new Minute Maid drinks

To answer a consumer call for convenience in health-oriented beverages, Minute Maid has announced the nationwide introduction of three Minute Maid Enhanced Chilled Juices and Juice Drinks in single-serve bottles.

Bone-in Ham Steak Rolls from Farmland

Kansas City, Mo.-based Farmland is reintroducing a traditional favorite entrée across more meal occasions.

With new tea, Smith's expands flavor selection

Ensuring everything will be peachy this summer, Smith Dairy Products Co., Orrville, Ohio, is introducing a new ready-to-drink tea variety.

Spa line from Lean Cuisine grows worldly

Consumers who have sophisticated tastes are the target audience for the Spa Cuisine line from Solon Ohio-based Nestlé USA's Lean Cuisine brand.

Small size encourages trial of Phillips crab meat

To encourage trial from frugal consumers, Phillips Foods, Baltimore, is rolling out four varieties of its pasteurized crab meat in new 8-ounce plastic containers.

Organic Bistro goes international with new dinners

In a line extension, Organic Bistro is rolling out Spiced Chicken Morocco and Jamaican Shrimp Cake to enhance its line of convenient, healthy dinners.

Pepperoni newest Ian's French bread pizza variety

Providing families with a convenient alternative for lunch or dinner, Ian’s, the Lawrence, Mass.-based manufacturer of all-natural and allergen-free foods, has added a Wheat-Free, Gluten-Free Pepperoni French Bread Pizza to its kid-friendly line of frozen products.

New Farmland breakfast sausages cooked for convenience

Recognizing that both convenience and breakfast foods have gained with consumers, Farmland Foods, Kansas City, Mo., has launched a new line of fully cooked sausage links and patties.

Prima Donna cheeses combine Italian, Dutch traditions

The Vandersterre Groep International of Bodegraven, Holland, is providing a fresh turn on traditional cheese with its Prima Donna line.

International entrees extend Helen's frozen meal line

Extending its international meals assortment, Helen’s Kitchen, Irvine, Calif., a specialist in organic and vegetarian frozen entrées, has introduced two line extensions: Thai Red Curry and Rotelli Primavera.

Oscar Mayer hot dogs forgo nitrates

To address concerns about nitrates, Kraft Foods, Northfield, Ill., is introducing a new line of Oscar Mayer hot dogs that includes premium varieties.

Sliced American enhances DCI organic cheese assortment

Extending its Organic Creamery line, DCI Cheese Co., Richfield, Wis., is introducing American cheese slices in two package sizes.

Jamba Juice partners for frozen novelties line

In a retail rollout that began just last month, Jamba Juice Co., Emeryville, Calif., and Oregon Ice Cream, Eugene, Ore., partnered to launch a line of Frozen Fruit Sorbet and Frozen Fruit Sorbet & Yogurt bars.

All-natural mixers rolling from RIPE

After a debut last year, RIPE, Wallingford, Conn., which positions its products as the first-ever premium chilled, all-natural cocktail mixers, is expanding the company offering and rolling into Whole Foods Market.

Chicken sausage line coming from Coleman

A new line of chicken sausages is emerging from Coleman Natural Foods, Golden, Colo., with eight items set to hit store shelves.

Ian's Launches Gluten Free, Wheat Free Chicken Tenders

Lawrence, Mass.-based Ian’s, the specialist in all-natural and allergen-free kids’ foods, has added a new Wheat Free, Gluten Free Chicken Tenders variety to its frozen food line, the company announced.

Chicken barbecue variety expands Glutino pizza line

Gluten-free producer Glutino Food, Lawrence, Mass., is launching a new Chicken Pizza with BBQ Sauce item.

Frozen pasta plates for Home Run Inn

Taking a swing at a new product segment, Home Run Inn, Woodridge, Ill., has announced an addition that will take it beyond pizza and into frozen pasta as well.

Shrimp dishes enhance High Liner Sea Cuisine

Danvers, Mass.-based High Liner Foods is launching two new sauced shrimp products in an expansion of its Sea Cuisine line of prepared frozen seafood entrées.

Alkemie delivers ice creamy treat without dairy

A product introduction from Alkemie Ice Cream, San Mateo, Calif., allows consumers who avoid dairy products to enjoy rich flavor that captures the essence of ice cream.

Health-conscious Pulmuone Wildwood slims pasta

For consumers concerned about their waist lines and other health-related matters, Fullerton, Calif.-based Pulmuone Wildwood has introduced a wheat-, gluten- and dairy-free refrigerated pasta line.

Flavor drives Sargento low-sodium cheese introduction

Consumers can look forward to full flavor with 25% less sodium from the latest cheese line introduced by Sargento Foods, Plymouth, Wis.

New ultra-thin crusts expand Palermo's Pizza assortment

With the addition of two new ultra-thin crust varieties, Milwaukee-based Palermo's Pizza is expanding its award-winning Primo Thin frozen pizza line, the company announced.

Fortified Nasoya tofu rolls

To satisfy the needs of consumers looking to reduce or eliminate the meat in their diets, Ayer, Mass.-based Vitasoy USA introduces Nasoya Tofu Plus.

Sticky Bun ice cream arrives from Tillamook

The Tillamook County Creamery Association, Tillamook, Ore., is taking a pastry approach to ice cream with a unique new flavor.

Farmland launches barbecue bacon

Kansas City, Mo.-based Farmland Foods wants to heat up the bacon category by adding a barbecue variety.

Old Home Foods introduces Safflower Power

New Brighton, Minnesota-based Old Home Foods is introducing Safflower Power, the company announced, contending that the new product is the first yogurt in the United States to contain Clarinol conjugated linoleic acid derived from natural safflower oil.

Village Grown Organic launches frozen fruit and vegetables

With tradition in mind, West Grove, Pa.-based Village Grown Organic is introducing a line of frozen fruit and vegetables.

Mini tubs take Philly on the go

To meet the needs of on-the-go consumers, Kraft Foods, Northfield, Ill, is rolling out new Philly Mini Tubs in four varieties, Plain, Reduced-Fat Plain, Chive and Onion, and Strawberry.

Kraft lightens up DiGiorno

A desire to provide something both light and satisfying is the goal at Kraft Foods, Northfield, Ill., as the company introduces the new DiGiorno 200 Calorie Portions line.

Champion rolls out multi-serving pizza kits

To enhance its deli-case pizza offerings, Champion Foods, New Boston, Mich., has unveiled the Family Finest Make-N-Bake Pizza Pak.

Tropicana debuts two new Trop50 juices

With the addition of two new flavors, Pomegranate Blueberry and Pineapple Mango, Tropicana Products, Bradenton, Fla., is expanding its Trop50 juice line.

Margaritaville introduces chicken wings

Just in time for Super Bowl parties, Margaritaville Foods of Exeter, N.H., launched a line of chicken wings, the newest addition to its portfolio of Caribbean island-inspired food and beverage products.

Farmland adds smaller roast

Expanding its Picnic Roasts line, Farmland Foods, Kansas City, Mo., is adding a short shank half roast.

Kraft introduces healthy, convenient cheese snacks

At a time when more people are looking to better manage their health, Kraft Foods, Northfield, Ill., is introducing 100 Calorie Cheese Bites as a way of satisfying the growing consumer demand for on-the-go but better-for-you snacks.

Farmland debuts fajitas in time for grilling season

Fajitas are popular, fun and become even more attractive as grilling season approaches, so Farmland Foods, Kansas City, Mo., is providing consumers with an easy way to get them sizzling indoors or out.

Weight Watchers rolls out new frozen novelties

A pair of new frozen novelties from Weight Watchers International, New York, launches in March to provide consumers looking for sensible indulgence new treat options.

Lifestyle adds convenience to healthy eating

More consumers are demanding healthy eating choices today and Lifestyle Foods, York, Pa., is set to satisfy their insistence with four new side salads, each under 150 calories.

Jell-O beckons with Mousse Temptations

Guilt-free indulgence is the idea behind the Kraft Foods, Northfield, Ill., introduction of new sugar-free Jell-O Mousse Temptations.

Blue Bunny adds cookie enhanced ice cream sandwiches

Life is better when you don’t have to choose between cookies and ice cream, and it improves even more when Blue Bunny provides two new ways not to make that choice.

Greek Gods manifests new yogurt flavor

The Greek Gods Yogurt, Seattle, has introduced Honey Strawberry, a full-flavored, whole fat addition to the company’s product line.

Annie Chun's adds frozen line

San Rafael, Calif.-based Annie Chun’s has introduced a new line of organic potstickers and frozen mini wontons.

Hormel rings in year with new sandwich

To run rings around its own party tray line, Hormel Foods Corp., Austin, Minn., is introducing an innovative new sandwich that serves eight people in a novel way.

Smith Dairy adds peanut-free sundae cone

Orrville, Ohio-based Smith Dairy Products has developed a version of its Ruggles brand ice cream sundae cone novelty that people with peanut allergies can enjoy.

Seviroli launches Mac-a-Roli

With children and parents in mind, Seviroli Foods, Garden City, N.Y., is rolling out new Mac-a-Roli, a bite size ravioli item filled with a ricotta and cheddar cheese blend.

American Pride rolls with panko seafood

American Pride Seafoods, New Bedford, Mass., has introduced the new Pank-O-Licious line that includes deep fry and oven-ready fish products as well as a Buffalo-style variation.

Sweet Freedom provides dieters the liberty of a treat

Just in time for resolution season, Sweet Freedom got a boost that consumers concerned about their diets should appreciate.

Darigold adds new milk option

Darigold, Seattle, prompted by restaurant channel success and retailer interest, is rolling out its 8-ounce single-serve milk product to grocery.

Wells' provides two new reasons and flavors to celebrate

Le Mars, Iowa-based Wells' Dairy is adding new premium ice cream flavors to help consumers celebrate special events and everyday occasions.

Rhodes launches new rolls and buns

Salt Lake City, Utah-based Rhodes Bake-N-Serv has launched four new Warm-N-Serv frozen products consumers can prepared in just 15 to 18 minutes.

Murray's pushes chicken and turkey sliders

Just in time for Super Bowl Sunday, Murray’s, New City, N.Y., is introducing a line of turkey and chicken sliders, mini burgers made of all-natural poultry.

General Mills creates Yoplait Delights

When General Mills, Minneapolis, set out to develop new Yoplait Delights, a line of four refrigerated yogurt parfaits, the company aimed to create something unique and finished with a treat it describes as a daily delight.

Lean Cuisine introduces breakfast paninis

Targeting morning meals, Nestle Prepared Foods, Solon, Ohio, has launched two Lean Cuisine Breakfast Panini sandwiches.

Smith Dairy adds Moose Tracks ice cream

Orrville, Ohio-based Smith Dairy Products Co. has added Moose Tracks to its premium ice cream line.

Savoie's extends Cajun line

Savoie’s, Opelousas, La., has added four new varieties to its Cajun Singles microwavable frozen food bowls line.

Tyson expands Any'tizers line

Frozen snacking is an expanding category, and Springdale, Ark.-based Tyson Foods is adding four new products to its Any’tizers line to run with the trend.

Durango brand debuts new cones

Durango Frozen Yogurt Granola Cones are the newest addition to the Wells’ Dairy, Le Mars, Iowa, line of frozen yogurt granola novelties.

Kretschmar Deli Launches Cheese Line

Madison, Wis.-based Kretschmar Deli is moving beyond its core meats business and is launching a line of specialty cheeses made by Wisconsin Master Cheesemakers.

Stefano Foods Flatbread Melts

Who says the deli doesn't deliver? Helping its customers keep pace with the freezercase, Stefano Foods Inc. added flatbread melts to its deli products line.

Wells' Dairy Adds All-Natural Frozen Yogurt Products

March 2010 is launch month for Le Mars, Iowa-based Wells’ Dairy and among the planned introductions is a new all-natural frozen yogurt line developed to compliment its array of premium products.

Toft Rolling with New Sherbet Line

Toft Dairy, Sandusky, Ohio, is rolling out a new sherbet line in four unique flavors for retail.

Ciao Bella Adds New Flavors

Irvington, N.J.-based Ciao Bella is adding six unique flavors to its collection of pint-size gourmet sorbets and gelatos.

Don Miguel Expands Appetizer Line

Don Miguel is expanding its line of Mexican appetizers with new value-size packaging.

Murray's Fights Flu with Chicken Soup Kits

Murray’s wants to help provide some comfort during cold and flu season and so has launched Murray’s Grandma’s Chick Soup Kit.

Finagle a Bagel Line Debuts

Finagle a Bagel is rolling out a line of namesake frozen bagels with Giant Food Stores among the food retailers initially carrying the brand.

Manchester Farms debuts Mini Potato Skin appetizers

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Tyson Any'tizers with Sauce and Stir

With Americans snacking now more than ever and an expected 19 percent increase in people eating snacks to occur over the next 10 years, Tyson Foods, Inc., Springdale, Ark., said it is expanding its Tyson® Any'tizers® product line with four new varieties featuring Sauce and Stir™ sauce packets.

Acai Roots Adds Smoothie Packs

Acai Roots, San Diego, is introducing Pure Acai Frozen Pouches in four packs available in 28- or 64-unit sizes.

Bob Evans Single-Serve Mac & Cheese, Mashed Potatoes

Think of it as big flavor in a smaller portion. Bob Evans Farms Inc., Columbus, Ohio, says it is rolling out new Bob Evans single-serving Special Recipe Macaroni and Cheese and Original Mashed Potatoes.

Yoplait Delights

Meet the perfect treat. Welcome to your daily delight. That's how General Mills, Minneapolis, describes new Yoplait Delights, a line of four refrigerated yogurt parfaits.

Santa Barbara Bay Greek Yogurt dips

From Thanksgiving and Christmas to the much anticipated tailgating season, the time is right for snacking. Santa Barbara Bay, Buellton, Calif., says its new All Natural Greek Yogurt Dips make snacking healthier.

Hillshire Farm Turkey Lit'l Smokies

Just in time for holiday parties comes a cocktail link with "all of the flavor and none of the guilt." Sara Lee Corp., Downers Grove, Ill., says new Hillshire Farm Turkey Lit'l Smokies cocktail links have two-thirds less fat than their beefy cocktail link cousin.

Lifeway Cranberry Creme Brulee Kefir

Talk about getting into the spirit of the season. Lifeway Foods, Morton Grove, Ill., is introducing its first seasonal flavor: Cranberry Creme Brulee Kefir. Officials say Lifeway's alternative to eggnog this holiday season will give consumers a healthy way to enjoy classic holiday tastes without the classic holiday calories.

Lightlife Smart

Turner Falls, Mass.-based Lightlife has added three new items to its meatless Smart products lineup: Smart Wings in both Buffalo and Honey BBQ flavors and Smart Sausages Smoked Style.

Stefano Foods 12- and 14-Inch Pizzas

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Weight Watchers Smart Ones Artisan Creations pizzas

HJ Heinz Co. says its new Weight Watchers Smart Ones Artisan Creations pizza delivers stone-fired pizza crust taste -- right out of the microwave.

Ruggles Candy Cane ice cream

'Tis the season! Regional processor Smith Dairy Products Company, Orrville, Ohio, said it has begun shipping its Ruggles Candy Cane Holiday Edition premium ice cream.

Lowell European-style yogurts

Talk about the best of both worlds. A new all-natural probiotic yogurt line from Lowell International Foods, Franklin Park, Ill., combines nature-ripened European fruits with farm-fresh rBST-free milk from Wisconsin.

SteamSupreme vegetable, sauce blends

You've heard that the "secret's in the sauce." Now Allen's Inc., Siloam Springs, Ark., is expanding its SteamSupreme collection with seven new veggie and sauce blends.

Sadler's Dinner for Two meals

Sadler’s Smokehouse, Ltd., Frisco, Texas, says its new Dinner for Two line not only addresses what people want to eat -- but also the way they want to eat.

Finagle a Bagel frozen bagels

It's the bagel shop experience -- now with freezercase convenience. That's how Finagle a Bagel, a Newton, Mass., retail bakery cafe operator -- describes its new line of Finagle a Bagel frozen retail bagels.

Farmer John premium meats

Los Angeles retail meats processor Farmer John introduced new products across four categories -- in conjunction with improved packaging and a new brand logo to "make a premium statement at the shelf."

Jolly Llama Squeezable Whole Fruit Sorbets

Quick. Name a frozen novelty that's healthier than ice cream and even more nutritious than a juice bar. Jolly Llama Company LLC, Oakland, Calif., says its single-serve tubes of Jolly Llama Squeezable Whole Fruit Sorbets -- available available in West Coast stores since July -- have been a hit with grown-up and kids alike.

Minute Maid Enhanced Strawberry Kiwi juice

Minute Maid, Houston, says it is giving consumers an energy lift with new Minute Maid Enhanced Strawberry Kiwi flavored juice drink. The drink combines an extract from Yerba Mate -- a plant native to South America that contains natural caffeine -- with real fruit juice to provide a delicious and natural energy boost.

Kashi Caribbean Carnival frozen pizza

Fall weather have you thinking about a warmer climate? Actually, the freezercase may have your solution. Kashi Company, La Jolla, Calif., introduces Caribbean Carnival, a new frozen pizza that blends a fusion of tropical flavors with Kashi's signature seven whole grain and sesame and flax seed crust.

Sister Schubert's new packaging, rolls

Just as colder temperatures have consumers warming up to the idea of the home oven, Sister Schubert’s Homemade Rolls, Luverne, Ala., is introducing colorful new packaging and two new convenient product sizes to its family of frozen dinner and breakfast rolls and biscuits.

Marie Callender's Pasta al Dente

ConAgra Foods says a recent survey shows that seven out of 10 Americans enjoy authentic, home-cooked Italian meals, but nearly half don’t have the time or energy to prepare one. Addressing that issue has been ConAgra's Marie Callender’s Pasta al Dente line, which debuted last March with six microwavable steam-and-cook varieties. Now the brand is introducing four more flavors.

Aunt Jemima Blueberry Pancakes

Now blueberry lovers don't have to wait for the next growing season. Pinnacle Foods Inc., Mountain Lakes, N.J., has expanded its frozen Aunt Jemima product line with a new Blueberry Pancakes variety.

Blue Bell Mexican Praline ice cream

Here's a new product that will have consumers saying, "Muy delicioso!" Blue Bell Creameries, Brenham, Texas, has introduced Mexican Praline ice cream.

CHEEMO Kiderogies

Sometimes it pays to think small. Everything about Heritage Frozen Foods' latest new offering, CHEEMO Kiderogies, is designed with young children in mind.

New gardein meatless line

In celebration of World Vegetarian Day on October 1st and the kick-off of "Vegetarian Awareness Month," Garden Protein International (GPI), Vancouver, B.C., is introducing a line of gardein(TM) plant-based foods in the United States.

Jimmy Dean D-lights breakfast entrees

Sara Lee Corp., Downers Grove, Ill., has two new on-the-go hot breakfast items to take the chill off cold fall mornings. New are Jimmy Dean D-lights Turkey Sausage Whole Grain Bagel Sandwiches and Jimmy Dean D-lights Turkey Bacon Bowls.

Cargill Tender Choice pork

Cargill Meat Solutions, Wichita, Kan., has re-launched its Tender Choice® line of "premium enhanced" pork products. Complete with a fresh, new logo, improved on-pack communication and a new "Tender Sure Guarantee," officials say Tender Choice pork should help drive retail meat departments' fresh pork sales.

Fortun finishing sauces

Having sold his popular refrigerated Stockpot Soups business in 1988 to Campbell Soup Co., chef and business entrepreneur Kevin Fortun has returned with a new sauce company. Fortun's Finishing Touch Sauces, Kirkland, Wash., is introducing 12 new refrigerated sauces to retailers nationwide this fall.

Gorton's Shrimp Poppers

New Gorton's Shrimp Poppers are positioned and packed to deliver optimum value. With more than 100 shrimp in a 19.2-ounce package, every offering gives consumers a quick, convenient family meal or snack option ready in just 12 to 16 minutes from the oven.

Yoplait YoPlus Light yogurts

If some is good, more is better. General Mills says yogurt lovers now can regulate digestive health without compromising calorie intake or taste. The company's Yoplait line has introduced YoPlus Light, a functional yogurt with just 70 calories per cup.

Marukome miso products

It's an authentic taste of Japan -- no matter where you are. Marukome USA, Irvine, Calif., has gone into national retail distribution with a variety of miso products, including refrigerated salad dressing, marinades, sauces and pastes.

Tony's Crispy Crust pizzas

Notice a certain "crispness" in the air? It's not fall yet but Schwan's Consumer Brands North America is thinking about it. The Bloomington, Minn., business just introduced a three-item line of Tony's Crispy Crust frozen pizzas.

Jack Daniels ready-to-eat meat entrees

Meat a new friend! Jack Daniel's Properties Inc., Louisville, is partnering with Completely Fresh Foods Inc. (CFF), Montebello, Calif., on a national retail launch of Jack Daniel's ready-to-eat meat entrees.

Breyers Inspirations yogurts

Here's an example of "inspired" product development. The Breyers Yogurt Co., Boulder, Colo., has introduced the Breyers Inspirations line with such flavors as Chocolate Chip and Mint Chocolate Chip.

Mrs. Paul's, Van de Kamp's 100% fish sticks

Forget minced fish! According to recent studies, fish sticks made with whole fish fillets are preferred more than 10 to 1 over fish sticks made with minced fish. To that end, Pinnacle Foods, Mountain Lakes, N.J., now notes that its Van de Kamp’s® and Mrs. Paul’s® Crunchy Fish Sticks — unlike the other leading brands— are now made from only 100% whole white fish fillets.

Reser's gelatin desserts

"Retro reinvented" is how Reser's Fine Foods, Beaverton, Ore., describes its latest new products: a six-item line of refrigerated gelatin desserts.

Dreyer's Red, White & No More Blues ice cream

Is the nation's economic recovery close enough to taste? Ice cream giant Dreyer's thinks so and this summer finds the Oakland, Calif.-based "scooping ice cream and lifting spirits." Its latest offering is a Slow Churned® light ice cream (limited edition flavor) called, "Red, White & No More Blues!"

Gorton's grilled shrimp, scampi

Now there's no need to go out for dinner -- or even outside to the barbecue. Gorton's, Gloucester, Mass., has introduced two new grilled shrimp offerings: Classic Grilled and Scampi Grilled.

Kettle Cuisine gluten-free soups

Kettle Cuisine, Chelsea, Mass., said it is the first foodservice soup processor-supplier to receive GIG® certification from The Gluten-Free Certification Organization (GFCO). The certification includes 10 Kettle Cuisine gluten-free soups.

Meijer Moose Tracks Chocolate Chip Mint ice cream

It's not hard to find moose tracks in Michigan during the summer time. Actually, Meijer Stores, based in Grand Rapids, just introduced Moose Tracks Chocolate Chip Mint to the company's premium private label ice cream line.

Burger King French fries

Burger King Corp., Miami, will sell two new frozen microwaveable Burger King French fry products in select retailers -- including Wal-Mart stores -- this fall.

Kashi frozen entrees

They say variety is the spice of life. And now Kashi Company, La Jolla, Calif., is literally adding some exotic spices to its latest Kashi frozen natural entrees: Red Curry Chicken and Veggie Chana Masala.

Clear Springs Seafood Perfections

No need to bait a hook. Clear Springs Foods, Buhl, Idaho, introduces Seafood Perfections™, an 11-item line of 10-ounce entrees, appetizers and mini-meals.

Margaritaville frozen shrimp

Ready for a trip to Margaritaville? Tampa Maid Foods Inc., Lakeland, Fla., expands its island-inspired Margaritaville collection with two new frozen shrimp varieties.

Applegate Farms gluten-free chicken nuggets

"All of the meat. None of the mystery." That's how organic and natural foods processor Applegate Farms, Bridgewater, N.J., talks about its offerings, including a new line of gluten-free chicken nuggets.

Turkey Hill refrigerated iced teas

Proving that variety is the spice of life, Turkey Hill Dairy, Conestoga, Pa., added two more flavors to its Nature Accents refrigerated ice tea line.

Morningstar Farms Grillers Chik'n Veggie Patties

Summertime in synonymous with grilling and authentic grill flavors. Kellogg Co.'s Morningstar Farms business is capturing that seasonal taste treat in new Grillers Chik'n, the latest in a broad line of seasoned veggie patties.

Oscar Mayer Lunchables

With kids headed back to school, Kraft Foods' Oscar Mayer brand is back with six new refrigerated Lunchables featuring more wholesome components and ingredients.

Ethnic Gourmet Malay Chicken Curry

Don't have the time or money to travel abroad ... or even to a restaurant? Hain Celestial Group Inc. already has done the work for consumers and captured many global cuisines in a retail frozen entree. One of the latest is a Malay Chicken Curry, the first item in Ethnic Gourmet's new Taste of Malaysia line.

Weight Watchers Smart Ones grilled flatbreads

H.J. Heinz Co. says its latest creation is for grilled sandwich lovers and flatbread fanatics. The latest news from this Pittsburgh, Pa.-based company is Weight Watchers Smart Ones grilled flatbreads, a new four-item line.

Smith's Chili con Queso dip

Think of it as a new twist on "double dipping." Smith Dairy Products Co., Orrville, Ohio, says its latest new product has multiple uses.

Rising Crust Classics by Palermo

Milwaukee's Palermo Villa Inc. says new Rising Crust Classics by Palermo offer a pizzeria restaurant or delivery experience with the right combination of quality and price for consumers.

Mendelsohn's frozen entrees, sides

Can't get to the Big Apple? Don't worry. A little taste of New York is headed your way. Mendelsohn's Pizza and Gourmet Specialty Food Products, Brooklyn, N.Y., is preparing a national distribution program, in conjunction with product line expansion.

Plum Organics Baby Pouches

No need to worry about breaking glass jars! Just in time for summer vacation, Plum Organics has introduced a new frozen 120-gram pouch that's easy to take anywhere. This new BPA-free package features a resealable cap and allows moms or dads to simply squeeze out the food onto a spoon.

Lean Cuisine Wood Fire Bacon Alfredo pizza

Although the product may be flat, frozen pizza sales are on the rise at Nestle Prepared Foods, Solon, Ohio. That's why the company continues to develop its frozen pizza business, including a new Lean Cuisine Wood Fire Bacon Alfredo offering that debuted nationwide this June.

Wanchai Ferry frozen entrees

In less time than it takes to order Chinese and have it delivered, home cooks now can prepare their favorite Chinese dishes. General Mills, Minneapolis, says new Wanchai Ferry frozen entrees satisfy cravings for Chinese take-out.

Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh shaved meats

Kraft Foods wants to help brown bag aficionados spice up their routine and stay up with sandwich trends -- without breaking the budget. That's why it has developed four bold new varieties of Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh shaved meats.

Lean Cuisine quesadillas

Chicken stars in two new hand-held offerings from Lean Cuisine. Nestle Prepared Foods, Solon, Ohio, introduced two quesadillas -- Baja Style Chicken and BBQ Chicken -- to the company's "One Dish Favorites" line.

Yoplait Fiber One yogurt

It's a two-for-one deal. Reduced calories and added fiber in just one cup of yogurt. That's the premise behind General Mills' new Yoplait Fiber One line.

Barber Foods Chicken Grillables

Stuffed chicken breast leader Barber Foods, Portland, Maine, now offers a low-cal, lowfat option to beef burgers.

Breyers Light Yogurt dessert flavors

Talk about a sweet treat. Strawberry Banana Split and Cinnamon Bun are the latest low-calorie flavors The Breyers Yogurt Company, Boulder, Colo.

Breyers Smooth & Dreamy All Natural, Half-Fat ice creams

Just in time for summer beach season, Unilever, Englewood Cliffs, N.J., introduces Breyers Smooth & Dreamy, a new all natural ice cream line with half the fat and 30 percent fewer calories for "those who are calorie counting but still in need of a sweet treat."

Alouette all-natural spreadable cheese

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Hillshire Farm Family Size Lunchmeat Tubs

Sara Lee Corp., Downers Grove, Ill., says new Hillshire Farm Family Size Lunchmeat Tubs offer a win-win-win proposition.

Oscar Mayer Deli Creations Foccacia Sandwiches

There's no need to go out for lunch. Kraft Foods Inc., Northfield, Ill., says new Oscar Mayer Deli Creations Foccacia Sandwiches turn any desk into a "four-star 'desk' taurant."

Caesar's All Natural Gluten, Wheat Free Pasta Meals

On the heals of its new organic line, Caesar's Pasta Products, Blackwood, N.J., has introduced four all natural pasta meals without gluten or wheat.

Monterey Pasta Grilled Chicken & Cheese Jumbo Ravioli

Monterey Pasta Co., Salinas, Calif., brings restaurant quality to the retail case. The second of three limited edition refrigerated pastas -- new Grilled Chicken and Cheese Jumbo Round Ravioli -- is now available at Publix supermarkets. The 8-ounce product will be available this summer only. It carries a suggested retail of $5.19 and is designed to serve two people. Monterey Pasta later plans to introduce a Butternut Squash Jumbo Round Ravioli in the fall.

Updated Packaging for Potstickers

Joyce Chen Foods, Acton, Mass., debuts new packaging for its frozen Chinese-Style Potstickers.

New Push-Up Flavors

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of one of its most iconic brands, Dreyers Grand Ice Cream Inc., Oakland, Calif., presents two new varieties of its Nestle Push-Up frozen treats

All-Natural Frozen Pizza

The Kashi Co. introduces two new varieties of its All-Natural Frozen Pizza, Mexicali Black Bean Thin Crust and Sicilian Veggie, the La Jolla, Calif.-based company's first cheese-less vegan offering.

Refrigerated Ready-to-Heat Meats

Springdale, Ariz.-based Tyson Foods expands its line of Tyson Fully Cooked Heat 'N Eat Dinner Meats.

Ice Cream Bon Bons

Building on the success of its original pomegranate and dark chocolate variety, SheerBliss Ice Cream, Aventura, Fla., adds three new flavors to its collection of chocolate-coated ice cream bon bons.

Refrigerated Pretzel Dip

Ventura Foods, Brea, Calif., adds a pair of refrigerated pretzel dips to its Dean's Dip lineup.

Lemon Poppy Seed Bagels

CCF Brands, Rogers, Ark., announces the newest addition to its Olde Hearth line of refrigerated bagels: Lemon Poppy Seed.

Single Crème Goat's Milk Brie

Woolwich Dairy, Orangeville, Ontario, introduces a soft-ripened single crème goat's milk brie that offers many of the same characteristics of the more expensive triple crème variety.

Unwrap & Roll

BelGioioso Cheese, Denmark Wisc., launches Unwrap & Roll — mozzarella formed into thin sheets home cooks can use to make hors d’oeuvres, snacks and meal enhancements.

Ice Cream Bon Bons

San Diego-based La Petite Foods combines ice cream and cookies in a bite-size dessert.

Wallaby ‘Down Under’ Yogurt Debuts

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Dorot Launches Frozen Garlic/Herbs in U.S.

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Gold Peak Tea Adds Carafes

Dreyer's Adds Two Flavors

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Pierre's Expands Hola Fruta! Line

Cleveland-based Pierre's Ice Cream Company adds four new items to its Hola Fruta! line.

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Cheesecake Bites

Sara Lee rolls out a bite-size version of its frozen cheesecake.

Fresh Mozzarella

To improve convenience, Sorrento Lactalis introduces fresh mozzarella in two new ready-to-use forms.

Organic Spring Rolls

Blue Horizon Organic Seafood Co. launches a line of certified organic frozen spring rolls in four flavors.

Frozen Fish and Crab Cakes

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Frozen Entrees with Fruit

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Frozen Burgers

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Nectarine Juice

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Mini Ice Cream Sandwiches

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Gluten-Free Nuggets

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Less Fat Cream Cheese

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Greek Yogurt

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Sugar-Free Ice Cream

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All-Natural Thin-Crust Pizza

Sandwich Wrap Kits

New Hillshire Farm Deli Wraps from Sara Lee contain all ingredients needed for two wrap sandwiches, including meat, cheese, tortilla wraps and dressing.