Comfort foods always hold appeal, but in times of uncertainty, they’re even more of a draw. In fact, over the last 10 years, items like mac & cheese have proliferated with more than 47% menu growth.¹ In times of uncertainty, these types of foods are even more of a draw.
Near the beginning of 2020, comfort food menu growth was up 16.7%2 and is a category that continues to evolve with creative, newer entrants from poutine to shrimp and grits.3 Try our new spins on familiar comforts, and satisfy the current increase in demand with easy-to-use, travel-friendly CHEF-MATE® products.
1Datassential, MenuTrends Infinite, November 10, 2020 2Datassential Comfort Foods Report, December 2019 3Datassential Comfort Foods Menu Adoption Cycle, June 2020
Poutine, that delicious gift from our Canadian friends, gets a breakfast twist with crispy fried potatoes, sausage links, cheese curds, scrambled eggs and a generous amount of CHEF-MATE® Country Sausage Gravy.
CHEF-MATE® Chili steps outside the bowl and becomes the topping for a mouthwatering flatbread appetizer. Sprinkle the chili-topped flatbread with diced red onions, scallions and cheddar cheese for handheld enjoyment.
Frequently found on Mexican menus gets a comforting, travel-friendly spin with this unique bowl idea. Chopped poblano peppers, ground beef, white rice, and sautéed bell peppers are smothered with CHEF-MATE® Que Bueno White Queso Sauce to create a zesty, craveable comfort.
To-go friendly pizza gets a unique twist with our creamy, smooth cheese sauce instead of regular cheese shreds. Top pizza crust with crispy smoked bacon, jalapeño slices and CHEF-MATE® Basic Cheddar Cheese Sauce.
