Cheeses, Sauces & Bases

Bluegrass Ingredients Elevates Innovation with Versatile Cheese Powders

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -0400

These ingredients help brands and flavor houses capture surging demand for real cheese taste while reducing overall formulation costs and maintaining or elevating flavor impact in finished products.

Butter Buds: Savory Flavor Solution

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 03:00:00 -0500

According to Mintel’s 2025 Trending Flavors and Ingredients in Snacks report, consumers continue to crave familiar flavors that offer indulgence while featuring high-quality, natural ingredients. Familiarity in flavors continues to be a strong driver, with cheese and pizza flavors maintaining their popularity.

Tapping the boundless flavor and application versatility of cheese

federd@bnpmedia.com (David Feder , RDN) — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Interview with Barbara Alexander, Culinary Educator and Consulting Partner with the Culinary Institute of America, and spokeschef for the California Milk Advisory Board.

How to Develop Asian-style Flavor Formulations

Robert@chefdanhi.com (Robert Danhi) — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 06:30:00 -0400

In the context of Asian cuisines, extracts and essences are typically used sparingly due to their high potency. This allows for significant flavor enhancement using minimal quantities. Primary examples include soy sauce and fish sauce (nuoc mam or nam pla).

New Ways Consumers Are Finding to Enjoy Cheese

federd@bnpmedia.com (David Feder , RDN) — Tue, 09 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Earlier this year, the Oregon cheesemakers at Tillamook released a comprehensive trend report on new ways consumers are finding to enjoy cheese. Two intriguing pairings revealed by the report included matching artisanal honeys with artisanal cheeses, and what the trend-spotters called “the cheddar plunge”.

Kraft Signature Shreds

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 12:00:00 -0400

Kraft Signature Shreds are available in three debut offerings for the ultimate recipe versatility: Cheddar Blend, Mozzarella Blend, and Mexican Blend, all conveniently packaged in 8oz resealable bags.

Three Flavors of Kraft Singles

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0500

Kraft Singles is taking a step forward with the launch of three new flavors for the first time in nearly a decade: Jalapeño, Garlic & Herb, and Caramelized Onion.

Cheddies Crackers Initiates Expansion, Brand Refresh

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 05:45:00 -0500

Cheddies® Crackers is on a mission to disrupt the $7.5 billion snacking cracker category with a cheese snacking cracker made from 100% fresh, organic cheddar cheese sourced from regenerative farms.

Del Monte Foods, Inc. Acquires Kitchen Basics to Build a National Retail Presence in Broth and Stocks

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Kitchen Basics® has a portfolio of conventional and organic stocks and broths, including Chicken, Unsalted Chicken, Beef, Unsalted Beef, Vegetable, Unsalted Vegetable, Turkey, Seafood, and Creamy Bean & Vegetable.

Whole Foods Market Reveals Summer Condiment Trends Predictions

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 11:00:00 -0400

Whole Foods Market’s summer condiment trends predictions come at a time when customers are turning to condiments to elevate their meals more than ever before. According to Mintel, sales for the condiment, marinade and dressing category are expected to hit $2.9 billion by 2024, showing growth of more than 5% since 2020.

Kraft Macaroni and Cheese Changes its Name, Iconic Blue Box

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0400

The change from “macaroni and cheese” to “mac & cheese”, is meant to reflect the way fans organically talk about the brand. The iconic blue box now features just a single-color hue of blue and amplifies the brand's most recognizable asset — the noodle smile.

Litehouse New Dips & Spreads for 2022

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 08:00:00 -0400

The new dips and spreads are an evolution of Litehouse’s popular 15oz Veggie Dips which historically were a leader in the creamy veggie dips category.

Regional, Nuanced Flavor Trends from Vietnam

Robert@chefdanhi.com (Robert Danhi) — Mon, 23 May 2022 07:00:00 -0400

The popularity of Vietnamese food and beverages has continued to grow in the US, alongside other Asian cuisine. Enhancing the proverbial “sweet spot” in a trending Vietnamese food by incorporating trusted ingredients can transform a traditional Vietnamese dish into a new variation.

Gardein Ultimate Plant-Based Collection

Mon, 16 May 2022 08:00:00 -0400

The new foods are the latest additions to Gardein's Ultimate Plant-Based collection, which debuted in 2020 with the arrival of the Ultimate Plant-Based Burger, and continued the following year with the first three Ultimate Plant-Based Chick'n items: tenders, nuggets and fillets.

Cheez-It Snap'd Scorchin' Hot Cheddar

Wed, 11 May 2022 08:00:00 -0400

New, limited-time Cheez-It Snap'd Scorchin' Hot Cheddar is baked with 100% real cheddar cheese and features fiery heat, garlic and savory umami.

Bolthouse Farms Reformulated Dressings

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 08:00:00 -0400

With each “better for you” flavor containing just 50 calories or less per serving, these dressings empower consumers to explore their culinary creativity through the versatility of the line, “dressing up” their plates as the ultimate dips, spreads, salad toppings and more.

Sauces, Dressings and Spreads Angle to Fulfill Tastes, Trends

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Just as there are so many ingredients combined in a good sauce, there are many factors that combine to impact new product development in sauces, dressings and spreads. And this is true—seemingly for better and for worse.

Cinnamon Toast Crunch Creamy Cinnamon Spread

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0400

The new creamy spread, which comes on the heels of the successful launch of Cinnamon Toast Crunch™ Cinnadust™ Seasoning Blend in 2020, will be available nationwide this month.

Cheez-It Puff'd

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0500

Cheez-It Puff'd is available in three varieties: Cheez-It Puff'd Double Cheese, Cheez-It Puff'd White Cheddar and Cheez-It Puff'd Scorchin' Hot Cheddar.

Dr. Kellyann’s Bone Broths

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0500

Powered by 15g of protein and 5.5g of collagen per serving, the Dr. Kellyann broths can be a meal replacement, snack, or stock alternative for the entire family to enjoy.

Trending Spicy Sauces Add Interest to Comfort Foods Consumers Crave

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Whether it's adding a kick to comfort foods, taking advantage of the hottest (pun intended) global dishes, or spicing up beverages, it's clear that trendy heat can help consumers combat the cold.

Plantstrong Organic, Vegan Broths, Ready-to-Eat Chilis and Stews

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 08:00:00 -0500

All 100% plant-based, no-sugar, oil-free, and low in sodium, these shelf-stable products are offer healthy plant-based convenience and taste, and can help consumers have a fast, healthy meal on the table in minutes.

Follow Your Heart SuperMac Organic Macaroni & Deluxe Sauce Mix

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 08:00:00 -0500

An evolution from the traditional boxed macaroni and cheese, Follow Your Heart SuperMac is an alternative to this mainstream US household staple and is made with organic ingredients including whole vegetables, beans, and cashews to provide a creamy yet dairy-free macaroni and cheese experience.

The Association for Dressings & Sauces Names Award Winners

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 18:00:00 -0400

The Association for Dressings & Sauces (ADS) hosted the ADS Technical Meeting on October 10-12 in Scottsdale, Ariz. During this meeting, ADS awarded a handful of members and member companies its prestigious Tech Awards and awards for Dressing, Sauce, and Packaging of the Year.

Irish Dairy Co-op Acquires US Cheese Business from Whitehall Specialties Inc.

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Irish dairy cooperative, Ornua, completed the acquisition of US cheese ingredients business, Whitehall Specialties Inc. (WSI) for an undisclosed sum from Mason Wells, a private equity firm based in Milwaukee.

Showcasing New Sauces, Dips & Spreads for Foodservice

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Prepared Foods profiles new foodservice sauces, dressings and spreads.

GOTCHU Hot Sauce

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Made with Gochujang – a Korean hot pepper paste, fermented for a complex heat and unique flavor – GOTCHU creates a slow, balanced heat for a new depth of flavor.

Mizkan America Acquires Barbeque Sauce & Broth Brand Born Simple

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 12:00:00 -0400

Mizkan America, Inc., (MA) announced that it has acquired the natural and organic barbeque sauce and broth brand Born Simple® for an undisclosed sum.

Restaurants Discover New Regional, Global Takes on Chicken Soup

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 10:15:00 -0400

Data suggest restaurant menus can showcase new regional and global takes on chicken soup. This will give consumers new ways to enjoy an old favorite. As plant-based options continue to take off, soup provides both easy and innovative ways to incorporate more vegetables and meat alternatives.

Cheese: An Unqualified Favorite

aramo@me.com (Anne-Marie Ramo) — Mon, 14 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Over the past decade, the cheese industry has exploded, with small-batch artisanal cheesemakers popping up in every state and the large cheesemakers increasing the sophistication of their offerings to compete. As specialty cheeses become more popular, their manufacturing processes become more streamlined, mechanized, and efficient.