The simple steps&trade heatandserve tray package for smithfield entrées provides an easyopen, microwavable package for precooked entrées. Vacuum skinpackage technology keeps entrée items looking juicy and fresh, and gives consumers a package that is convenient and easy to use. Busy consumers get hearty meal selections that can be heated and served in three simple steps. There is no need for consumers to puncture ventilation holes in the simple steps&trade package before heating. Instead, the film "tents up" as the product reheats then selfvents and relaxes over the food. The "stay cool" side handles reduce the risk of burns or spills as the tray is removed from the microwave. Consumers also like the easyopen feature simply peel away the top film after heating and serve. The package structure consists of an easyopen polyolefinbased coextruded barrier film that is vacuumized to a polypropylene tray. Cryovac® simple steps&trade cookin technology is more efficient for processors and gives shoppers a highquality entrée that has undergone minimal handling. Centeroftheplate entrées can be fully cooked, distributed and sold in the same package. Cryovac® and simple steps&trade are a registered trademark and trademark of sealed air corporation
