Trends for Fall/Winter 2021

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Trend #1: Innovative Takes on Heritage Recipes

"There are recipes from the past with a genius that transcends generations and geographies. With so many new flavors and ingredients available to us today, the door is open to reinterpret these classics and create something equally timeless.”


CHEF ZELLER
Corporate Executive Chef, Simplot

Zesty Mac and Cheese Sidewinders Recipe
Zesty Mac & Cheese SIDEWINDERS™ Fries

Taking comfort food "next level" with creamy housemade mac and cheese served over SIDEWINDERS™ Fries, made zesty with Tajin seasoning, lime zest and fresh cilantro.
Avocado Banana Ice Cream Recipe
Avocado and Banana Ice Cream

We think anytime is a good time for an ice cream treat, especially when it's 100% plant-based and naturally sweetened with bananas.
Smattered Chicken Recipe
Thai Grain-Smattered Chicken

Tender chicken skewers dipped in tempura and Simplot Good Grains™ Thai Style Red Quinoa and Vegetable Blend, then fried until crispy and golden. Served drizzled with a spicy-sweet dipping sauce...oh so good!
Golden Eggs Recipe
Golden Eggs

Not really eggs at all—but tender little Simplot RoastWorks® Baby Bakers™ Roasted Potatoes lightly breaded and fried to a golden brown. So simple yet so incredibly delectable.

Trend #2: Low-Waste Foods

"We waste an appalling amount of food in restaurants—4% to 10% of all we purchase, up to 33 billion pounds a year—before it even reaches the table.1 It’s bad for our businesses and inexcusable when so many are going hungry. Things like frozen foods can help us put a stop to this.”


CHEF THRASH
Corporate Executive Chef, Simplot

1.https://www.nrdc.org/sites/default/files/wasted-2017-report.pdf

Vegetable Trim Potato Gnocchi Recipe
Vegetable Trim Potato Gnocchi

These fluffy vegetable and potato gnocchi in a lemon, tarragon, and Parmesan cream sauce are versatile—serve as a tasty side or as an elegant vegetarian entrée.

Not Just Peas and Carrots Salad Recipe
Not Just Peas and Carrots Salad

Peas and carrots, that classic combination we are all familiar with. This bright salad takes the duo to the next level with the addition of sweet corn, onion, and tomato tossed in a punchy zucchini vinaigrette.
Roasted Pineapple and Shrimp Summer Rolls Recipe
Roasted Pineapple and Shrimp Summer Rolls

A take on Vietnamese summer rolls using leftovers and trimmings. Tangy roasted pineapple and pepper blend, chewy rice noodles, tender shrimp and rich avocado. All ready for dipping in a light citrus ponzu.

Spicy Mango Smoothie Recipe
Spicy Mango Smoothie

A perfectly balanced smoothie made with sweet mango and banana, rich avocado and tart strawberry—brought together with a touch of oat milk, agave nectar and Tajin seasoning.

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Trend #3: Extreme Burgers and Sandwiches

"After 2020, people have had enough of the same old, same old. They’re eating out again and eager for something new. Extreme burgers and sandwiches fit the bill. So get inventive with your recipes and presentations—it’s all about creating outrageous crave-ability.”


CHEF ROBERTO
Corporate Executive Chef, Simplot

All Day Breakfast Sliders Recipe
All Day Breakfast Sliders

Load up Hawaiian slider rolls with avocado, lattice cut fries, fried egg, plant-based sausage and pepper jack cheese. A great way to start the day, but really, we'd eat these tasty little sandwiches any time.
Street Corn Chicken Burger Recipe
Street Corn Chicken Burger

Feature this flavor-packed chicken burger as a lunch or dinner special. With guacamole, roasted corn and jalapeño, queso fresco and Tajin aioli on a toasted sourdough bun—it's sure to be total hit! We recommend serving it with Junior Cut SIDEWINDERS™ fries.
BLT Red Pepper Pimento Cheese Sandwich Recipe
BLT Red Pepper Pimento Cheese Sandwich

Not your ordinary 'ol run-of-the-mill sandwich. This elevated BLT features Texas toast layered with creamy, house-made pimento cheese spread, roasted red peppers, crispy bacon, lettuce and sliced tomatoes—it really "stacks up" against the competition. Served with Simplot Conquest® Delivery+™ Tin Roof Fries.

Avocado and Pickled Veggie Sandwich Recipe
Avocado and Pickled Veggie Sandwich

A substantial sandwich that'll be a standout on your lunch and takeout menus. Marbled rye bread layered with harissa paste, avocado mash, pickled Mediterranean vegetables and provolone cheese, served with rosemary fries.

Trend #4: TikTok-able Dishes

"Put learning how to use TikTok on your to-do list. This social platform of shortform videos has grown into the #7 social platform since 2016. Food represents one of the fast-growing and most popular categories on TikTok. Feel free to let your hair down. The more outrageous, the better.”


CHEF FRICKE
Corporate Executive Chef, Simplot

Chocolate Chip Potato Chip Skillet Cookie Recipe
Chocolate Chip Potato Chip Skillet Cookie

Think this is just another chocolate chip pan cookie? Think again! Your customers will be "all in" for this salty-sweet, chocolatey-chewy, scrumptiously-shareable dessert.

Breakfast Hash Brown Smashed Burger Recipe
Breakfast Hash Brown Smashed Burger

They say a picture is worth a thousand words—this breakfast burger is proof-positive. Maybe we need 1,001 words to describe this one—add an extra "delicious".
Hazelnut S'mores Fries Recipe
Hazelnut S'mores Fries

Need a unique dessert idea that impresses when served on-premise AND travels well as a takeout and assemble-at-home option? We think this might be just the one you've been looking for.
Chopped Brisket Loaded Gems Recipe
Chopped Brisket Loaded Gems

Elevate your appetizer or game day menu with this dish. Loaded with tender brisket, Tater Gems®, peppers and onions, two kinds of cheese, and topped off with pickled jalapeños and green onions—it's sure to be a winner.