Jul 29, 2004 11:49 AM, from staff and wire reports

American Capital Strategies Ltd has invested $43 million in the buyout of Future Food LP, a producer and marketer of refrigerated dips, spreads, and seafood salads, from Transition Capital Partners and Private Equity Partners.

Texas Capital Bank, a subsidiary of Texas Capital Bancshares, is providing a revolving credit facility and a senior term loan. Future Food management is also investing in the common stock. American Capital owns about 99% of Future Food on a fully diluted basis.

Founded in 1984, Carrolton TX-based Future Food product lines are distributed throughout 45 states to grocery retailers, club stores, and mass merchandisers.