Today’s consumers are more focused on how their foods are produced and what’s in them than ever before. More than half of Generation Z (54%) and Millennials (50%) are willing to spend an incremental 10% or more on sustainable products. Compared to Generation X (34%) and Baby Boomers (23%), it’s clear the direction global food trends are heading.
At Chaucer Foods, we’re working every day to innovate new freeze-dried and baked ingredients that deliver the taste and nutrition consumers want with the sustainable sourcing they demand. Here are a few recipes you can create to deliver all the taste and none of the regret:
Portobello Mushrooms, filled with Ricotta, Chive and Spinach (get the recipe): Savor delicious mushrooms with a scrumptious ricotta cheese filling and zing of Chaucer’s comte powder and garlic and herb crumb topping. Onions, cheddar cheese, baby spinach, chives, and a bit of olive oil and lemon juice pull this hearty meal together on a single plate.
Spicy Indian Naan Chips with Red Lentil & Roast Red Pepper Hummus Style Dip (get the recipe): Snack on a flavorful Chaucer’s naan bread chips with an added spicy kick. Combine shallots, red chili, red lentils, roasted red peppers, natural Greek yogurt for a tasty treat your whole family will enjoy. Topped with ginger puree, cumin, paprika and more mouthwatering spices.
Fig & Clementine Granola (get the recipe): Kick of the day with a natural energy boost. Oats, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, honey and Chaucer’s own freeze-dried clementine pieces will make your morning shine. Don’t stop there — add our green fig as a tempting topping.
Peach, Apricot & Passion Fruit Instant Porridge Mix (get the recipe): This sweet treat can be a breakfast, dessert, or mid-day indulgence. Take a combination of Chaucer’s favorite freeze-dried options — peaches, apricots and passionfruit — and add some rolled oats and milk powder. A little bit of work for a fantastic and flavorful snack.
What recipe tantalized your taste buds the most? Visit our website to discover more applications for adding freeze-dried and baked ingredients to your next sustainable food innovation.