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September 11th, 2012

Tuesday’s Taste – September 11, 2012

by Kevin Hunt

WholeGrainSnackMix1

The kids are settling back in at school, which means you’ll be hearing a lot of, “I’m hungry, can I have a snack?” at the end of the day. It’s time to add to your healthy after school snack... View Full Post

September 6th, 2012

The World’s Most Innovative Companies

by Maerenn Jepsen

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For a second straight year, General Mills has earned a spot on Forbes’ second annual “The World’s Most Innovative Companies” list, ranking #50 among 100 global companies. Forbes works with... View Full Post

September 4th, 2012

Tuesday’s Taste – September 4, 2012

by Kevin Hunt

FruitandNutCerealBars

It’s back to school time! That means rushed mornings with little time for breakfast and the need for lots of creative bag lunch ideas. The General Mills family of recipe websites is here to... View Full Post

August 28th, 2012

Tuesday’s Taste – August 28, 2012

by Kevin Hunt

CheesySrirachaCornDogPoppers1

State and county fairs are happening right now all around the U.S. If you can’t make it to a fair, you can still savor the flavors at home with these recipes from the General Mills family of... View Full Post

August 24th, 2012

Improved packaging through collaboration

by Jeff Bellairs

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For most of our history, General Mills – like many other companies – held our future plans, projects and products close to the vest, even with our suppliers. This was just how R&D was done.... View Full Post

August 21st, 2012

Tuesday’s Taste – August 21, 2012

by Kevin Hunt

CrazyCarrotPops1

Few things sum up summer like lemonade and popsicles. So chill and enjoy, we’ve rounded up some end of summer ideas from the General Mills family of recipe websites. Raspberry Lemonade Smoothies... View Full Post

August 14th, 2012

Tuesday’s Taste – August 14, 2012

by Kevin Hunt

RoastedPepperTomatoCrostini1

It’s that time of the year again – tomato time. From tiny cherry tomatoes to giant heirloom varieties, backyard plants and farmers markets are overflowing with the red fruit (yes, tomatoes are... View Full Post

August 13th, 2012

Better oats through cutting-edge technology

by Maerenn Jepsen

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Most people don’t give much thought to the humble oat crop. But you can count Lane Johnson and Eric Jackson, two General Mills scientists, among those who do. Long-valued for its health profile,... View Full Post

August 10th, 2012

Building sustainable partnerships for innovation

by Dave Wagner

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The trend toward open innovation is challenging the traditional model of sourcing innovation internally. At General Mills, we see this movement opening doors to external resources and expertise that... View Full Post

August 7th, 2012

Tuesday’s Taste – August 7, 2012

by Kevin Hunt

MiniSmoresHandPies1

Warm summer nights call for hours spent around the campfire after dark. Next time you’ve gathered around the fire, you also can feast with these recipes. Grilled Chicken Caesar Kebab Salads –... View Full Post

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