Basic American Foods

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American food processing company


Basic American Foods






TypePrivate
Key peopleLoren Kimura (CEO)
IndustryFood processing
ProductsDehydrated potatoes, Beans
Employees1,500



Basic American Foods is a privately held food processing company headquartered in Walnut Creek, California. The company specializes in the production of dehydrated potatoes and beans. It was founded in 1933 by Otis S. Williams.

History[edit | edit source]

Basic American Foods was established in 1933 by Otis S. Williams in San Francisco, California. The company initially focused on producing dehydrated potato products. Over the years, it expanded its product line to include a variety of dehydrated beans. The company has grown significantly and now operates multiple production facilities across the United States.

Products[edit | edit source]

Basic American Foods is known for its wide range of dehydrated potatoes and beans. The company's products are used in both retail and foodservice markets. Some of the popular products include:

  • Dehydrated mashed potatoes
  • Dehydrated hash browns
  • Dehydrated refried beans
  • Dehydrated black beans

Operations[edit | edit source]

The company operates several production facilities in the United States, including locations in Idaho, California, and Wisconsin. Basic American Foods employs approximately 1,500 people and is known for its commitment to quality and innovation in the food processing industry.

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