From fine dining, to bar snacks to room service offerings; here you’ll find our selection of specialty cheeses that are perfect for charcuterie as well as use in cooking applications…
You may not know them by name, but you know them. Great Lakes Cheese supplies 25 percent of all the packaged cheese consumed in America
Bring the Vibrant Flavors of Mexican Cuisine to Your Menu. From staples like flank steak, chicken breasts, and fresh produce to specialty items like chorizo and beans, we have everything you need to create an unforgettable south-of-the-border dining experience.
From classic apple pie to sophisticated scones, apple desserts, and even savory dishes–apples are a the quintessential fall fruit. It’s easy to incorporate apples into your menu, browse our selection of ingredients and find fresh inspiration here.
We have all the ingredients your restaurant needs to make mouthwatering burgers including burger patties, buns, sliced cheese, and all the toppings and sauces needed to help make your menu amazing!
Crestview Poultry™ puts together the perfect blend of convenience, quality, and flavor with their growing complement of exclusive breaded and non-breaded products.
Charcuterie in restaurants is on trend–artisan meats and cheeses, an array of bite-size accompaniments, and glamor-shot worthy presentations are taking appetizer menus up a notch.
Ham is a staple on menus across the country, but has ham become so mainstream that it might easily be overlooked as being ordinary? Chef Tim has created a few “hamtastic” recipes designed to reinvigorate your view of ham in restaurant and foodservice application.
Hellmann’s Real Mayonnaise is made with 100 percent cage-free eggs, oil, and vinegar for a rich, creamy flavor that your guests can savor.
Products, service and support for New England’s restaurants, schools and foodservice operations.
With Mother’s Day right around the corners in May, now is a great time to start planning your restaurant’s menu to ensure a successful and memorable celebration for customers. We’ve compiled a list of items that are well suited toward creating celebratory menu offerings.
From fresh produce to premium meats, dessert and everything in between, browse our selection of popular Easter ingredients and give your customers a dining experience they won’t soon forget.
To help you ease into the holiday buffet season we’ve created a checklist of fantastic items geared towards making your buffet presentation elegant and easy.
Dennis Food Service has the supplies you need to make your guests comfortable when they’re away from home. No matter the type of lodging establishment you operate, we can find the perfect products to fit the character and quality you’re looking for.
Each year an increasing number of hungry diners look to your menus for fresh and trendy seasonal ingredients. Keeping their interests peeked when it comes to menu design and product offerings is vital to your operation…
Tyson Foods produces 1 in 5 pounds of all chicken, beef, and pork in the U.S., making them the market leaders and the leading protein provider to foodservice operations around the country.
From fresh chicken to prepared and value-added items; you can trust our team to make sure your operation is utilizing the perfect poultry items for your menu strategy.
The best doughs, the most flavorful sauces, superior cheese selections and all the toppings for impressive pizzas! Dennis Paper & Food Service has the right products for any pizza operation.
Serving New England’s Top Performing School Food Programs Dennis Food Service provides years of experience, personal service and in-depth product knowledge to school food programs.
Rub it, sauce it, smoke it, grill it – barbecue offers on-trend comfort food that satisfies a range of cravings and keeps customers coming back!
Help your customers celebrate with a romantic meal featuring foods and a menu they’re sure to love! Serve up an extra-special Valentine’s Day for your customers with inspiration for your menu from some of our more romantic items!
Dennis Food Service maintains a growing database of recipes, unique dishes and menu concepts. Take advantage of profitable products, seasonal trends and national holidays while discovering new dishes ready for your signature touch.
We’ve put together an assortment of our best-selling breakfast items, rebates and recipes! Looking for more? We have dozens of other options and varieties available in our inventory, ask your Account Executive for suggestions!
From initial sizzle to final plating, whether it’s the first ingredient or the finishing touch, make it a sauce that’s the perfect amount of sweet, smoky or spicy…
When the air becomes a little more crisp and the pumpkin spices start to flow – diners everywhere tune their cravings to comfort foods and the harvest flavors of the autumn season.
If you’re looking to add warmth and rich flavor to your menu we have soups, chowders and chilis to fit any food service operation.
Dennis Food Service is New England’s largest employee-owned broadline foodservice distributor. Our mission is to provide real value and profitability to restaurants and food-based businesses in Maine and New Hampshire.
Brunch is on-trend for mid-morning meals. Create a menu that’s sure to impress customers with inspiration from our hand-picked selection of items…
At Dennis Food Service we believe that it is important to offer our customers a number of gluten-free choices among our most popular product categories so that they can better serve those with Coeliac disease or seeking gluten-free offerings.
Shaker Pond Ice Cream is a line of super-premium ice cream made here in Maine! Shaker Pond makes their ice cream using the best ingredients to produce the very best products.
Kayem Foods proudly offers authentic deli meats, hot dogs, sausages, burgers and slow cooked meats, helping retail and foodservice customers create Menus Made Memorable.
At McKenzie we do our best to get every little thing right, from the all natural ingredients we source to the way we handcraft every artisan product.
Saint Patrick’s Day, or the Feast of Saint Patrick, is a cultural and religious celebration held on 17 March, the traditional death date of Saint Patrick, the foremost patron saint of Ireland.
Discover our most popular chicken wings! Plus, with many more varieties in our inventory, your Account Executive can help find just the right wings for your operation! We also have all the sauces, dressings, wingcessories and fan-favorite appetizers to help make your game day menu amazing!
We’ve tested, tasted and reviewed hundreds of varieties of traditional, gourmet and new trending meat products to inventory the best selection.
Our selection of soup, stew, chili and bisque products include fresh, frozen, canned and dried offerings. Effortlessly create signature items for your menu.
Delicious variety of items such as such, brownies, cookies, muffins, whoopie pies, cakes, cheesecake, tiramisu, mousse, puddings and custards and baking sheets and shells.
Our strong vendor relationships allow us to provide our customers with the freshest variety of items including cage-free and minimally processed, as well as hormone and steroid free choices.
As a family-owned company, McCain® understands the value of your commitment. That’s why they’re committed to our farmers, to creating great-tasting, affordable products.
Wings & Tenders, Mac & Cheese, Jalepeno Poppers, Baked Beans, Heat & Serve, Fries & Potatoes, Trendy, New and Much More
Our wide variety of dairy offerings from brands like 1950 and Great Lakes, Hood and Shaker Pond, give our customers access to the very highest quality items and latest trending products.
Dennis Food Service maintains a fully stocked inventory of restaurant and foodservice products. We often stock multiple options in key categories to supply the many unique needs of operators in Maine & New Hampshire.
From fast to fine, casual and convenience, providing the best possible food service solutions you need to thrive is our top priority!
Thousands of food products and related provisions delivered daily from a 130,000 sq/ft distribution facility where quality and service are paramount.
This recipe features Pineland farms smoked cheddar cheese, paired with Ovenstone’s garlic Texas toast, melted together they explode in a perfect symphony of rich, smokey, buttery, garlic flavor.
This recipe features lightly charred, grill-blanched green beans dressed with mustard aioli and finished with Feta cheese and almonds. These aren’t the green beans you grew up with!
In this recipe we’re making fresh mushrooms magical! Marinating them for 24 hours to create a mouthwatering bruschetta.
In this recipe, we’re bringing out flavors by grilling our rainbow carrots, then we’re topping them with simple yet mouthwatering ingredients, transforming them into a deliciously unique side or farm-fresh appetizer.
Burrata cheese consists of a thin blanket of fresh mozzarella wrapped around a cream-enriched mozzarella filling.
A cheese curd is essentially the cheese solids that remains after being separated, or cut, from the whey in the cheese making process. Cheese curds as we know them are a young un-aged, unformed cheese…
As the mac & cheese craze marches on, so too must the constant flow of recipe ideas for this steadfast classic of comfort. In this rendition we’ve used gnocchi (potato dumplings) in place of the traditional use of pasta, add blue cheese and onions to the mix and you have crock full of YUM!
Corned beef, Swiss cheese, rye bread, sauerkraut and something unique for not just one but two delicious versions of the classic Reuben sandwich!
Empanada dough works very well with almost anything you can stuff into it. Providing your restaurant, the potential to create unlimited fillings and flavor-packed combinations.
Charcuterie offerings can be a profitable way to showcase diverse ingredients and bold flavors, which you’ll find in our lineup of Columbus’s specialty meat products.
Join us as Chef Anthony of The Dolphin Restaurant in Harpswell & Embark Restaurant in Brunswick as he prepares his Bavarian style Brauhaus Burger on house-made pretzel rolls with tomato bacon jam!
Going green is easier than you might think, and finding creative opportunities for flavor and color in March puts more green on your menu, and in your register!
Most of us purchase and use eggplant for traditional preparations, such as eggplant Parmesan, grilled and stuffed with ricotta for an Eggplant Roulade or perhaps even a breaded eggplant version of a French fry. But ultimately, there will come a time when you find a handful of eggplant within the case that are looking less than desirable.
Quickles are an expeditious way to always have fresh “pickled brightness” close at hand; helping you add a pop of sweet and sour crunch to your favorite recipes.
Keeping their interests peeked when it comes to menu design and product offerings is vital to your operation. Discover fresh inspiration for your menu with these unique video recipe…
Try these unique hand-held Caesar salads. Packed with flavor from grilled corn, Caesar dressing, Parmesan cheese, tomatoes, cilantro, and garlic.
This recipe has the best of both worlds, sweet corn off-the-cobb with all the Mexican style fixings, served up in the form of a delicious hot and bubbly dip.
Greens, eggs and ham! That’s our hamtastic spinach and broccoli quiche. Quiche is one of the easiest ways to transform leftovers into a palatable, profitable work of art!
Watch molasses, cocoa powder, Guinness and dill pickles come together for a mouthwatering holiday meal!
Philly steak beef can be more versatile than the name implies. From being and add-in to the star of of a unique dish.
In this post you’ll find two delicious approaches for an upscale onion. Pickled shallots are an easy way to give your menu an adventurous look and roasted shallots are a great way to add rich robust quick-fire flavors.
Create, supplement or simplify BBQ takeout with premium, prepared products designed to reduce labor while delivering authentic customizable flavors
Whether it be the weekly date night, family movie night, birthdays or anniversaries; your restaurant has the ability to create packages geared towards maintaining a feeling of normalcy.
Offering comfort foods to your customer base is a great way to spread warmth and joy.
Here’s a list of a few labor saving products that fit all platforms and are geared towards adding maximum consistency while eliminating as many steps for your operation as possible.
This gluten free rendition of lasagna was inspired by the Greek dish Moussaka. Much like lasagna, this dish is comprised of layers of potato, ground meats, eggplant and tomatoes.
Growing up in Maine, the smell of split pea soup simmering was always tell tale sign that the chill of changing seasons was officially upon us and winter was about to settle in for the long haul.
For this Caesar salad, we wanted to treat the bread bowl as if it was a crouton (a giant round crouton), seasoning with the same garlic flavor profile as a standard crouton.
The season of hearty fare and soups is upon us, and so to is the need for us to come up with fun creative dishes to match the seasonal appetite changes of our guests.
Honey starts as flower nectar collected by bees, which gets broken down into simple sugars that are stored inside the honeycomb before collection…
Summer is upon us and so to is the transition from slow cooked heavy braised foods of winter, to the fresh vibrant colored dishes of Summer. One of our favorite summer salads is the panzanella…
Although the corn kernels have been stripped away, the naked Cobb can still provide many layers of flavor. Personally, I’ve always used two easy fail-safe methods to extract every bit of flavor from the cob that can be used in other culinary preparations.
A crispy golden fried exterior enveloping a moist creamy center are a few of the many things that make croquettes the perfect finger food appetizer…
Warm Fire Braised® Turkey breast, pecan wood smoked shoulder bacon and a medium-boiled egg on herb focaccia with a luxurious maple feta dressing.
Refine your red onions. This easy method will add both flavor & visual stimulation to your garnish station; without adding significant cost to your dish.
This recipe captures the wicked-craveable flavors of a French-Canadian classic. That of course, is the cheese curd covered and gravy smothered French fry dish known as poutine. This poutine dish however is prepared uniquely, in a fried potato cup.
When cooked, the flesh of this unique squash can be forked away from the shell in strands similar in appearance to spaghetti. Spaghetti squash is an amazingly diverse eat that will without a doubt invoke your own creative twists.
Frittatas are an egg-based Italian dish similar to an omelette or a crustless quiche, baked with additional ingredients such as cheese, vegetables, cooked meats and herbs – making them an extremely versatile way to reinvent leftovers…
We’re turning one the easiest and most consistent pork shoulder cuts you can plate into a melt-in-your-mouth balsamic and roasted garlic pot roast. This Fire Braised Pork Shoulder from Hormel is cooked and ready to go, just add your twist on seasoning and roll.
This freezer to fryer style sliced potato quickly becomes a house fried product once dipped in your fryer. Toss your house fried chips with whatever flavor profile is fitting for your establishment. The possibilities are endless so have fun with it!
If you’ve made gnocchi before you know it can be a messy, tedious and a somewhat daunting process. In the wrong hands improperly made gnocchi can become inconsistent, gluey or tough. Joseph’s Gourmet Pasta has made gnocchi fun and approachable to all culinary levels with their premium potato gnocchi.
This is a fun twist on the traditional clam’s linguine of old. Unlike the classical recipe’s use of chopped clams we’ve incorporated fresh hard-shell clams from Island Made Clams, which give you a taste of the deep Atlantic waters from which they came.
This recipe features Pineland farms smoked cheddar cheese, paired with Ovenstone’s garlic Texas toast, melted together they explode in a perfect symphony of rich, smokey, buttery, garlic flavor.
This recipe features lightly charred, grill-blanched green beans dressed with mustard aioli and finished with Feta cheese and almonds. These aren’t the green beans you grew up with!
In this recipe we’re making fresh mushrooms magical! Marinating them for 24 hours to create a mouthwatering bruschetta.
In this recipe, we’re bringing out flavors by grilling our rainbow carrots, then we’re topping them with simple yet mouthwatering ingredients, transforming them into a deliciously unique side or farm-fresh appetizer.
Burrata cheese consists of a thin blanket of fresh mozzarella wrapped around a cream-enriched mozzarella filling.
As the mac & cheese craze marches on, so too must the constant flow of recipe ideas for this steadfast classic of comfort. In this rendition we’ve used gnocchi (potato dumplings) in place of the traditional use of pasta, add blue cheese and onions to the mix and you have crock full of YUM!
The Dennis Difference Award was established in 2015 and is presented to a deserving employee each year. The award honors the employee’s distinguished commitment to upholding our company values, and this year we awarded two of them!
Angel food cake layered with blueberry compote and cheesecake topping. Garnished with mint leaves.
Corned beef, Swiss cheese, rye bread, sauerkraut and something unique for not just one but two delicious versions of the classic Reuben sandwich!
Empanada dough works very well with almost anything you can stuff into it. Providing your restaurant, the potential to create unlimited fillings and flavor-packed combinations.
Charcuterie offerings can be a profitable way to showcase diverse ingredients and bold flavors, which you’ll find in our lineup of Columbus’s specialty meat products.
Join us as Chef Anthony of The Dolphin Restaurant in Harpswell & Embark Restaurant in Brunswick as he prepares his Bavarian style Brauhaus Burger on house-made pretzel rolls with tomato bacon jam!
Going green is easier than you might think, and finding creative opportunities for flavor and color in March puts more green on your menu, and in your register!
Most of us purchase and use eggplant for traditional preparations, such as eggplant Parmesan, grilled and stuffed with ricotta for an Eggplant Roulade or perhaps even a breaded eggplant version of a French fry. But ultimately, there will come a time when you find a handful of eggplant within the case that are looking less than desirable.
Quickles are an expeditious way to always have fresh “pickled brightness” close at hand; helping you add a pop of sweet and sour crunch to your favorite recipes.
Keeping their interests peeked when it comes to menu design and product offerings is vital to your operation. Discover fresh inspiration for your menu with these unique video recipe…
Try these unique hand-held Caesar salads. Packed with flavor from grilled corn, Caesar dressing, Parmesan cheese, tomatoes, cilantro, and garlic.
This recipe has the best of both worlds, sweet corn off-the-cobb with all the Mexican style fixings, served up in the form of a delicious hot and bubbly dip.
Greens, eggs and ham! That’s our hamtastic spinach and broccoli quiche. Quiche is one of the easiest ways to transform leftovers into a palatable, profitable work of art!
Watch molasses, cocoa powder, Guinness and dill pickles come together for a mouthwatering holiday meal!
Philly steak beef can be more versatile than the name implies. From being and add-in to the star of of a unique dish.
This gluten free rendition of lasagna was inspired by the Greek dish Moussaka. Much like lasagna, this dish is comprised of layers of potato, ground meats, eggplant and tomatoes.
The season of hearty fare and soups is upon us, and so to is the need for us to come up with fun creative dishes to match the seasonal appetite changes of our guests.
Summer is upon us and so to is the transition from slow cooked heavy braised foods of winter, to the fresh vibrant colored dishes of Summer. One of our favorite summer salads is the panzanella…
A crispy golden fried exterior enveloping a moist creamy center are a few of the many things that make croquettes the perfect finger food appetizer…
Warm Fire Braised® Turkey breast, pecan wood smoked shoulder bacon and a medium-boiled egg on herb focaccia with a luxurious maple feta dressing.
This recipe captures the wicked-craveable flavors of a French-Canadian classic. That of course, is the cheese curd covered and gravy smothered French fry dish known as poutine. This poutine dish however is prepared uniquely, in a fried potato cup.
We’re turning one the easiest and most consistent pork shoulder cuts you can plate into a melt-in-your-mouth balsamic and roasted garlic pot roast. This Fire Braised Pork Shoulder from Hormel is cooked and ready to go, just add your twist on seasoning and roll.
This Raspberry White Chocolate Cheesecake Trifle reimagines the classic British favorite with layers of exquisite flavors and textures. Perfect for delighting your patrons with a luxurious yet approachable dessert experience.
Toasted sourdough bread with tender shredded corned beef layered between melted Gruyere, white cheddar cheese, and pesto.
A satisfying and comforting treat for burger enthusiasts. This mouthwatering combination of crispy fries, savory seasoned beef, melted cheese, and tangy toppings transforms ordinary fries into a delectable way to enjoy classic burger flavors in an convenient form.
Two favorites made into a sandwich…what could be better than this pulled pork Mac ‘n cheese on a biscuit.
This recipe features Pineland farms smoked cheddar cheese, paired with Ovenstone’s garlic Texas toast, melted together they explode in a perfect symphony of rich, smokey, buttery, garlic flavor.
Consider the humble grilled cheese sandwich – two slices of white bread, unassuming American cheese, and a brief session in a hot pan until all is golden and melty. Simple and satisfying. It’s time for the grilled cheese sandwich to get rediscovered. Take this recipe and add your own twist, like bacon, bbq chicken or pork, or carmelized onions. It’s comfort food that could be a favorite on your menu.
This easy-to-prepare sharable is as delicious as it is beautiful. Featuring pretzels, prosciutto, and a flavorful personality with a bit of bite!
Don’t let this tiny, open-faced crostini trick you. It is packed with flavor from caramelized onion, crispy bacon, and Pub Cheese by Président®. It’s a simple but satisfying appetizer that is sure to impress everyone at the table.
A cinnamon cream cheese filled eggroll, rolled in a churro coating and drizzled with spiced Mexican Chocolate.
Spicy Jalapeños in fluffy Gold Medal™ Corn Muffin Mix topped with ale-infused mac ‘n cheese and pulled pork.
This recipe features lightly charred, grill-blanched green beans dressed with mustard aioli and finished with Feta cheese and almonds. These aren’t the green beans you grew up with!
In this recipe we’re making fresh mushrooms magical! Marinating them for 24 hours to create a mouthwatering bruschetta.
In this recipe, we’re bringing out flavors by grilling our rainbow carrots, then we’re topping them with simple yet mouthwatering ingredients, transforming them into a deliciously unique side or farm-fresh appetizer.
Tender, juicy flat-iron steak on top of a hearty mixed salad & topped with asiago cheese crisps is the ultimate spring salad recipe. A little light – a lot of flavor.
Try this quesadilla recipe, sliced barbecue beef and melty cheese pressed between two tortillas. Perfect any adult or children’s menu!
Halloween isn’t just fun for dressing up, it’s a great holiday to get creative with foods. This Pumpkin Cheese Ball recipe is as tasty as it looks and easy to make. Menu it as a festive Halloween appetizer!
Buffalo chicken melted with cheddar and mozzarella cheese, sandwiched between two grilled slices of sourdough, served with a side of basil pesto aioli.
Grilled whole grain ciabatta bread filled with sriracha glazed chicken, Kim-Chi, cheddar and pepper jack cheese.
Create warm, finger-sized chicken and cheese quesadillas for easy, on-demand lunches.
Thinly sliced ribeye steak baste with Sweet Baby Ray’s Kickin’ Bourbon sauce and drizzled with melted cheese. It’s the kind of taste you can only find on a trip to Philly.
As the mac & cheese craze marches on, so too must the constant flow of recipe ideas for this steadfast classic of comfort. In this rendition we’ve used gnocchi (potato dumplings) in place of the traditional use of pasta, add blue cheese and onions to the mix and you have crock full of YUM!
Pasta tossed with peppered bacon and salsa roja cream sauce. Topped with panko bread crumbs and baked.
Melt-in-your-mouth flavor will keep this dish flying out of the kitchen. This recipe uses shredded Pot Roast to elevate Mac & Cheese to a whole other level.
The bold flavors in this baked buffalo chicken mac & cheese recipe hit a new level thanks to Sweet Baby Ray’s Hot Sauce featuring a special blend of aged cayenne peppers.
Savory chicken, fresh spinach, penne pasta, basil and creamy cheeses are all baked together in this simple and fresh dish. Serve with a side salad and warm roll for a traditional homestyle meal.
Customer can’t decide between a pizza or a cheeseburger? This deluxe pie solves that dining dilemma! It tastes like a “Big Mac” and eats like a pizza. New comers to this delicious entree will be amazed by the flavors; forever changed by the fact that pickles taste great on pizza.
INGREDIENTS 1 pizza dough ball 1 1/2 cup macaroni & cheese item #76610 1/2 cup grilled and fan sliced chicken breast item #11962 1/4 cup chopped, cooked bacon item #3699 1/2 cup shredded Monterrey jack cheese 1 cup flour Garnish: olive oil for brushing the crust, fresh chopped chives DIRECTIONS Dust the dough ball in flour and hand […]
Grilled ham, fried egg, cheddar cheese, and golden BBQ sauce served on Texas toast. A panini perfect for any meal of the day.
A hot lunch that’s guaranteed to put smiles on student faces. This recipe packs impressive flavors into an above average grilled cheese.
Trendy New England dining comes home as a portable crowd-pleaser. Featuring two widely popular ingredients, this dish perfectly merges rich sweet lobster meat with the savory contrast of white cheddar mac and cheese.
This epic burger is a mouth-watering mouth full. Featuring a fresh Angus beef patty topped with crumbled bleu cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and buffalo wing sauce on a toasted bun.
This signature-level comfort food dish will keep customers coming back for more! Macaroni and cheese with pulled pork mixed with Sweet Baby Ray’s Golden BBQ Sauce, topped with garlic crumbs.
A vegetarian option that carnivores will crave too! Give your customers a bold ‘n toasty sandwich unlike any other with a helping kick from Ken’s! In this simple masterpiece Boom Boom Sauce and black bean corn salsa meet up for a grilled cheese that has serious Southwestern flair!
The ultimate special occasion recipe! A classic bone-in Ribeye Roast gets an impressive finishing sauce and kicked up side dish.
Sink your teeth into a juicy beef patty, perfectly seasoned and graced with melted Brighton Farms® American Pepper Jack Cheese.
Street Eats Fiesta: Crispy flatbreads topped with spicy refried beans, sautéed poblanos, creamy Cotijo cheese, and fresh avocado. These mini pizzas will help transport your patrons to the bustling markets of Mexico.
Featured for March in our 2024 UniPro calendar. Golden Crusts and Creamy Centers, are perfect for starting your day on a high note. A delightful fusion of textures and flavors that will leave everyone craving more. A quiche with a crispy hash brown crust filled with a luscious mixture of eggs, cheese, and other flavorful ingredients! […]
Step by Step directions on how to make the Easy Cheesy Pancetta Bread Roll with Pesto & Red Sauce, from January’s newsletter
Topped with the delightful crunch of dill pickles and the richness of Swiss cheese, each turkey sandwich promises a satisfying and easy-to-prepare feast for your gathering.
Au Gratin-Pumpkin Layered Casserole, this comforting dish features layers of fresh spinach (or kale), rich ricotta, and a velvety pumpkin Parmesan sauce.
Hormel’s new Flash 180™ chicken fillet brings a speedy level of tasty-convenience to this beloved dish, featuring golden-brown chicken prepared with the unmatched tenderness of sous vide cooking.
This carefully curated blend of vibrant spices and fresh ingredients allows you to craft dishes that capture the essence of Mexican suisine. Delight your customers with a symphony of taste in every bite, bringing the spirit of Mexico to your menu.
Major’s pasta and clam sauce recipe is a deliciously elevated coastal experience that is easy to prepare. Tender pasta combines with briny clams and Major Clam Stock Base to create a dish that captures the elevated essence of coastal and Italian cuisines.
These personal beef pizzas are a true culnary delight that are perfect for K-12 food programs for all the right reasons.
Angel food cake layered with blueberry compote and cheesecake topping. Garnished with mint leaves.
Spice up your menu with this delicious and satisfying sandwich that combines Southwestern flavors in a delightful way.
Create an innovative chicken and fries pairing with these trending flavors.
For big flavor in a small package, serve up this slider recipe for the next big (or little) game! Beef Jerky pieces added to a Ground Beef slider patty. Topped with all your classic burger favorites.
This recipe is sure to get mouths watering. A jalapeño stuffed with cream cheese, stuffed into a burger, and grilled to perfection. Not adventurous enough? Smother with a spicy cheese sauce.
This impossibly good burger features crispy onion rings, a sweet and spicy house-made barbecue sauce, and melty cheese on potato burger buns.
There’s a new burger in town! Try our St. Louis burger, featuring Ground Beef, cheese ravioli, marinara sauce and ricotta cheese.
This recipe combines the classic Reuben and with a mouthwatering burger for one delicious recipe.
This Mediterranean-inspired mouthful will take your taste buds on a journey. This burger is dressed up with olive tapenade, grilled zucchini and onions, and fresh spinach.
Ground Beef burgers with walnuts, Granny Smith apples, Brie cheese and blackberry preserves.
Beef up your flatbreads with some BBQ brisket and onion petals in this quick and easy recipe.
Add this traditional Greek sauce to burgers for an unexpected taste explosion.
This vegetarian bowl is downright delicious and packed with flavor.
Corned beef, Swiss cheese, rye bread, sauerkraut and something unique for not just one but two delicious versions of the classic Reuben sandwich!
Here’s a Gardein Italian Plant-based Saus’ge and tomato stuffed, cheesy solution for all the pizza lovers and crust enthusiasts out there. Not only does this Plant-Based Pizza Baguette recipe take only 30 minutes to make, but it’s also brushed with Earth Balance and garlic salt to make for a tasty crust.
Savory, smokey cheddar envelopes hearty potatoes with a kick of jalapeño in this awesome, all-season soup.
Deliver a veggie-packed, healthy alternative to traditional Italian rice balls with these Italian Cauliflower Rice Balls that are simple and delicious!
This Carbonara Steak Pizza has tender sliced steak and bacon on a hand-tossed artisan crust with a rich, creamy asiago alfredo sauce.
This Carbonara Steak Pizza has tender sliced steak and bacon on a hand-tossed artisan crust with a rich, creamy asiago alfredo sauce.
Empanada dough works very well with almost anything you can stuff into it. Providing your restaurant, the potential to create unlimited fillings and flavor-packed combinations.
A roasted garlic mashed & morel waffle, stacked with seafood and white wine cream sauce – the perfect brunch.
Join us as Chef Anthony of The Dolphin Restaurant in Harpswell & Embark Restaurant in Brunswick as he prepares his Bavarian style Brauhaus Burger on house-made pretzel rolls with tomato bacon jam!
There’s no relegate sweet potato french fries solely to your list of sides, they’re a great platform for profitable entrees or sharable appetizers as well, like this recipe that uses just 4 simple ingredients…
Going green is easier than you might think, and finding creative opportunities for flavor and color in March puts more green on your menu, and in your register!
Fluffy flour tortillas stuffed with crisp, shredded green and purple cabbage and crunchy breaded fire-roasted corn, jalapeños and cheese.
Grilled “double-crusty” jalapeño red skin potatoes mashed and topped with a mixture of bell peppers and poblanos, sliced chorizo and Cotija crumbles.
Try these unique hand-held Caesar salads. Packed with flavor from grilled corn, Caesar dressing, Parmesan cheese, tomatoes, cilantro, and garlic.
This recipe has the best of both worlds, sweet corn off-the-cobb with all the Mexican style fixings, served up in the form of a delicious hot and bubbly dip.
Greens, eggs and ham! That’s our hamtastic spinach and broccoli quiche. Quiche is one of the easiest ways to transform leftovers into a palatable, profitable work of art!
Watch molasses, cocoa powder, Guinness and dill pickles come together for a mouthwatering holiday meal!
Philly steak beef can be more versatile than the name implies. From being and add-in to the star of of a unique dish.
This 2-meat pie is worth raving about. Sopressata salami and Italian sausage pack old world flavor into every bite.
Sweet dreams are made of sugar, fire and cheese. Here’s your next ridiculously delicious starter.
Moist pulled pork mixed with any flavor barbecue sauce of your choice, with melted aged cheddar cheese made into a shareable dish!
A French bread club sandwich is stacked so high with turkey, cheddar, bacon and more. You’ll need a pretzel stick pressed through the layers, just to hold it all together!
In a new take on Monte Cristo sandwiches, ham and cheese are layered in whole grain biscuits. The tasty little sandwiches bake until the cheese is gooey, then a dusting of powdered sugar.
An easy convenient meal for your students. Can be made with real sausage or a vegetarian/vegan substitute. Great meal for a to-go lunch, and easy to reheat!
Take barbecue to the next level with saucy and seasoned pulled pork topped with grilled onions, melty cheese and fresh greens. Finished off with balsamic and pepper to taste.
French toast gets even more craveable with deli-style turkey, crisp bacon, Meunster cheese and house-made Maple Mayonnaise. (Is it brunch time yet?!)
Perfect for breakfast, brunch or any time of the day. Serve as a snack or with a side salad. It’s gluten-free, low carb and keto friendly!
This recipe features classic Mediterranean flavors your customers will love. Easy to prepare in advance and ready for your unique twist, the results are delicious hot or cold.
This gluten free rendition of lasagna was inspired by the Greek dish Moussaka. Much like lasagna, this dish is comprised of layers of potato, ground meats, eggplant and tomatoes.
Growing up in Maine, the smell of split pea soup simmering was always tell tale sign that the chill of changing seasons was officially upon us and winter was about to settle in for the long haul.
For this Caesar salad, we wanted to treat the bread bowl as if it was a crouton (a giant round crouton), seasoning with the same garlic flavor profile as a standard crouton.
The season of hearty fare and soups is upon us, and so to is the need for us to come up with fun creative dishes to match the seasonal appetite changes of our guests.
Try this Buffalo Chicken Pizza Dip recipe, a classic hot sauce dip that takes flavor to the next level with a blend of aged cayenne peppers and pizza sauce.
Pizza redefined – made with real, on-trend ingredients on a crisp, golden flatbread. Perfect as an entree or a shareable appetizer. A meat-lover’s masterpiece.
Mexican Torta Milanese style sandwich served on a soft telera roll with crispy chicken, melty cheese and a homemade honey hot ranch.
Creamy cheese and crisp peas bring personality to standard chicken and rice fare. Easy to prepare, even easier to enjoy.
Creamy cheese and crisp peas bring personality to standard chicken and rice fare. Easy to prepare, even easier to enjoy.
Meet the need for unique menu applications. These globally-inspired gyro sandwiches can be personalized with fresh cut vegetables from the salad bar, and garnishes such as Tzatziki sauce.
House-made pesto spread on a baguette and topped with grilled steak and cheese!
Pulled pork, layered on top of tortilla chips, jalapenos, queso fresco, drizzled with Ken’s Cannon Barbecue Sauce, served with sour cream and salsa verde.
House-made pickled red onions, layered on top of cornbread fritters, and topped off with deep fried pork belly.
Barbacoa, a Mexican style beef, slowly cooked with seasoning and typically shredded; folded into a biscuit, topped off with cheese, achiote paste and garnished with salsa, guacamole!
Summer is upon us and so to is the transition from slow cooked heavy braised foods of winter, to the fresh vibrant colored dishes of Summer. One of our favorite summer salads is the panzanella…
A double dose of Sweet Baby Ray’s Original Barbecue Sauce joins red onion, pickles, brisket and cheese to top this pizza, with irresistibly sweet and smoky flavors.
A crispy golden fried exterior enveloping a moist creamy center are a few of the many things that make croquettes the perfect finger food appetizer…
Warm Fire Braised® Turkey breast, pecan wood smoked shoulder bacon and a medium-boiled egg on herb focaccia with a luxurious maple feta dressing.
Last month the Maine School Nutrition Association (MSNA) invited Chef Tim to do a breakout presentation a their annual Winter Food Show. Tim showed the attendees some fun ways to get creative with flatbread!
This recipe captures the wicked-craveable flavors of a French-Canadian classic. That of course, is the cheese curd covered and gravy smothered French fry dish known as poutine. This poutine dish however is prepared uniquely, in a fried potato cup.
Pollock fillets, dipped in crushed Whole Grain Cheez-Its and grated Parmesan. A fun dish that packs in bold cheese flavor and is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.
Take a kid-favorite snack, and turn it into a satisfying lunch meal! Lean turkey, topped with cheddar cheese, diced tomato, romaine lettuce, and finished with Whole Grain Cheez-Its.
A simple pot pie filling that starts with condensed soup and chicken and is topped with rich whole grain biscuit.
Green chilies and chicken are baked in pie dough rounds, for flaky Mexican empanadas.
Ground chuck grilled beef patty topped with cheddar cheese, jalapeno sausage, kalbi marinated bacon, grilled onions, house-made pickles, tomato and lettuce on a toasted sesame seed bun with serrano chili mustard.
We’re turning one the easiest and most consistent pork shoulder cuts you can plate into a melt-in-your-mouth balsamic and roasted garlic pot roast. This Fire Braised Pork Shoulder from Hormel is cooked and ready to go, just add your twist on seasoning and roll.
This is a fun twist on the traditional clam’s linguine of old. Unlike the classical recipe’s use of chopped clams we’ve incorporated fresh hard-shell clams from Island Made Clams, which give you a taste of the deep Atlantic waters from which they came.
Ground chuck grilled beef patty top with pepper-jack, cheddar cheese, chorizo sausage, grilled onions, avocado, tomato and lettuce on a toasted sesame seed bun with garlic serrano aioli.
Deep fried tater tots, topped with cheddar cheese, applewood bacon, and chives. Baked, and finished with a drizzle of the Kogi salsa roja.
Fried chicken topped with pepper jack cheese, grilled onions, house-made pickles, lettuce, garlic serrano cream gravy, garlic serrano mustard and salsa roja aioli on a toasted sesame seed bun.
Savory salsa roja chicken served on grilled flour tortilla with jalapenos, lime, tomatoes, cilantro, cheddar jack cheese and smoky bacon.
Fresh fried chips layered with pulled pork, bacon, sausage, slaw, pickles and cheese. Baked and drizzled with salsa roja and ranch dressing.
Fresh fried chips layered with pulled pork, bacon, sausage, slaw, pickles and cheese. Baked and drizzled with salsa roja and ranch dressing.
Fried tater tots with Kogi Salsa Roja, grilled carne asada, fresh jalapenos, tomatoes, green onions, cilantro and drizzled with Salsa Roja.
Focaccia topped with cheddar cheese, sausage, bacon, roasted red peppers and a sunny side egg.
A toasted brioche roll with Salsa Roja mayonnaise, thinly sliced beef, cheddar cheese topped with a horseradish slaw.
There’s no wrong time for tacos, even during breakfast and brunch! These steak and egg breakfast tacos topped off with guacamole, sour cream and salsa will give your AM crowd a dish to rave about all day long!
An easy and elegant preparation of juicy beef tenderloin steaks, served with cherry, almond and spinach brown rice.
This savory recipe is made with slightly sweet tomato sauce deliciously tucked between layers of whole-wheat lasagna noodles, butternut squash, and spinach, all nestled under part-skim mozzarella cheese.
Not only is this salad a healthy addition to your menu, but the brightly colored ingredients will make it pop off the page! Fresh spring greens, mixed with crisp apples and grilled chicken served with cranberry almond goat cheese fritters.
Spicy Jalapeno cheese sauce and smoked chicken meet up for the ultimate Smokin’ Chicken nachos. Customers will be ordering another round of drinks because these nachos bring the flavor and the heat.
Breaded chicken cutlets top conveniently baked beds of angel-hair pasta featuring rich tomato sauce, mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Perfect for quick-service needs and children’s menu!
Rich feta, salty kalamata olives, peppers and artichokes, served with grilled chicken bring Mediterranean flavors to your menu!
Rich feta, salty kalamata olives, peppers and artichokes, served with grilled chicken bring Mediterranean flavors to your dish!
Bold flavors await in this easily prepared dish featuring savory smoked chicken, broccoli and ziti, topped off with rich grated parmesan cheese and diced tomatoes.
Smoked artisan chicken coated in a hearty bolognese sauce, with minced garlic, and freshly shredded Parmesan cheese.
Salsa verde, cotija cheese, sour cream and cilantro combined with shredded chicken create a delightful and slightly crunch biscuit called Pupusa, an El Salvadorian classic.
Juicy chicken, onion, lettuce, avocado and cheese piled high on flat bread shells, finished with a dollop or two of a spicy aioli that features diced tomatoes and green chilies.
This Italian comfort food recipe highlights the flavors of simple ingredients like; fettuccine, tender chicken breast, fresh veggies and Parmesan cheese.
Flame-Grilled Chicken Burger with ham, Swiss cheese, spicy brown mustard aioli, dill pickles and sliced banana peppers.
Flame-Grilled Chicken Burger served on an English muffin, with Cheddar cheese, grilled asparagus, tomato, fried egg, pickles & a smear of horseradish lemon cream cheese.
Plump, meaty kalamata olives and fresh, salty feta layered with caramelized onions create a savory white pizza rich with Mediterranean charm.
INGREDIENTS Pizza dough ball 2 oz Italian dressing 10 oz shredded mozzarella cheese 2 oz sliced red onion 20 slices roma tomatoes 3 oz cooked, diced bacon 3 oz lightly blanched, chopped spinach DIRECTIONS Dock dough to prevent blistering. Brush with Italian marinade mixture. Sprinkle with cheese. Distribute tomatoes, bacon, onion and spinach evenly across […]
INGREDIENTS Full ladle of Full Red pizza sauce 6 ounce Hormel bold pepperoni item #10524 8 ounces Great Lakes mozzarella cheese Fresh torn basil leaves Cornmeal for dusting Flour for dusting DIRECTIONS Heat oven to 500˚F. Sprinkle thin layer of cornmeal on baking sheet. Roll dough until thin; transfer to cornmeal-coating baking sheet. Spread with sauce, […]
Breakfast pizza on naan bread with sausage, shaved potatoes and house-made cheese sauce topped with an egg. A unique, fresh and easily prepared breakfast or brunch idea with cozy B&B appeal.
Smoky grilled chicken breast marinated in pesto and bursts of intense flavor from sun-dried tomatoes pair perfectly with the light saltiness of goat cheese.
A delicious take on the classic Greek pizza. Meaty Kalamata olives and feta layered with caramelized onions create a savory white pizza rich with Mediterranean charm.
INGREDIENTS 15 ounces cheese dip item #87494 15 ounces no bean chili Par-baked pizza crust 2 cups shredded lettuce 1 cup diced tomatoes Optional: corn chips item #86020, black olives item #71584, diced onion item #26385 DIRECTIONS Pre-heat oven to 350˚F Spread cheese dip over pizza crust. Spoon chili over cheese sauce. Bake 10-12 minutes. Top with […]
Smoked turkey breast and crisp turkey bacon are surrounded by fresh greens and the peppery zest of house-made watercress cream cheese, adding a modern twist to the New York bagel club. Serve with a side of red cabbage coleslaw to add even more veggies to the meal.
An awesome pie with international appeal. Featuring Sweet Red Chili sauce and topped with Thai satay sauce, grilled chicken, carrots, onions, mozzarella cheese, toasted pine nuts, basil and black sesame seeds and chopped cilantro.
This premium pizza is sure to impress with mouthwatering savory flavor from caramelized onions, crispy bacon, blue cheese crumbles and toasted walnuts.
Easy to prepare and packed with popular flavors. This 12″ pizza is a delicious entree or appetizer.
Classic Hawaiian flavors on a crispy baked flatbead.
A vibrant grilled vegetable medley on layer of sun-dried tomato pesto sauce. Decadent and healthy, this flavor pizza is a great vegetarian feature! Serves: 1 pizza INGREDIENTS 1 red bell pepper item #12579 1 green bell pepper item #26110 1 red onion item #26385 1 yellow squash item #16021 1 eggplant item #77641 1 cup ricotta cheese item #179 1 cup […]
Featuring creamy Alfredo sauce on a grilled pizza crust topped with mozzarella and fresh shaved Parmesan with basil leaves, roasted grape tomatoes and grilled chicken breast. This simple white pizza lets the individual ingredients and the flavors of grilling shine through on their own.
INGREDIENTS Dough 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast 3/4 cup warm water 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour + extra for kneading 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoons dried basil 2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper Sauce 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes 1 tablespoon dried oregano 2 teaspoons salt 1 […]
There’s brunch in every bite! Fresh ingredients and preparation elevate this breakfast pizza to a premium level. Featuring classic ingredients that meld magically with melty cheese and warm soft dough for an oh’ so satisfying morning experience.
This dish kicks the average breakfast burrito up a serious Southwestern notch, featuring smoky shredded BBQ beef and scrambled eggs – it sounds a little out there, but tastes out of this world.
This easy breakfast recipe turns scrambled eggs and biscuits into a fun and tasty meal the students will love!
A pop of Cheez-It® cracker flavor and an interactive dipping experience – what’s not to love?!
A whole grain flour tortilla baked in a large muffin tin, then filled with mashed potatoes, ready to be topped and loaded with students’ favorite proteins and veggies.
Popular presto pasta perfectly pleases, pacifying picky pupil palates!
Cool avocado and a hearty hash team up with a perfectly fried egg and crispy tostada for a south-of-the-border breakfast dish that really satisfies.
It happens – hungry customers can’t decide between a delicious breakfast or a BBQ lunch. Menuing this hearty wrap saves the day! Seriously though, the flavor combinations in this brunch dish are sure to impress.
Maple-flavored bacon, cheddar cheese and crispy chicken strips melted into mouthwatering harmony with a waffle iron. Looks like lunch, tastes like breakfast!
Ciabatta bread and sliced turkey; pair with soup or salad and fruit for a hearty and easily prepared crowd pleaser.
Creamy mac and cheese with a crispy crunch from Cheez-It® crackers, this dish is a cheese-lovers dream and is bound to be a hit among hungry students.
Packed with flavor, healthy protein from chicken and fresh veggies this hearty sandwich is easily customized for max appeal among varying age groups, bringing a new level of boom to your lunch offerings!
Looking for a vegetarian friendly dish? Try this loaded nacho alternative. All the flavor, all the protein, no meat involved… making these nacho average nachos.
This trendy take on breakfast pizza is a sure-fire patron pleaser. Featuring flatbread with marinara sauce, mozza-cheddar cheese blend, sautéed peppers and onions, scrambled eggs and crispy bacon.
There’s endless combinations for what can go into a great panini – this just happens to be one of our favorite recipes – it also happens to be a healthy lunch option.
Students will go crazy over this healthier take on the classic chicken Parmesan dish. Loaded with flavor filled vegetables, and topped off using a savory marinara sauce, this dish is a budget friendly way to spice up your menu.
Please a hungry crowd with this healthier, alternative twist on classic nachos. Easy to prepare in a large batch an bake in portions for lunchtime serving convenience.
A delicious breakfast burger on a brioche bun with a friend egg, Havarti cheese, bacon and a maple aioli.
The Reuben is a classic American hot sandwich. The best Reuben sandwiches strike a balance with a good helping of corned beef or pastrami, Swiss cheese, heaps of sauerkraut, and plenty of Thousand Island Dressing.
A kicked-up Reuben await in this classic with a twist. Delicious seeded rye bread grilled to perfection, and tender corned beef topped with coleslaw that’s been given a jolt from Ken’s Chipotle Mayonnaise!
DeIorio’s Dough Flat is a convenient option to create a delicious calzone. Using a thawed dough flat, ingredients are placed on one side of the flat, then the dough is folded over creating a pocket, edges are sealed, slashed to vent, then baked.
The Cobb salad is said to have originated at the Brown Derby restaurant in Los Angeles way back in the 1930s. It is poster child for composed salads, where the ingredients are decoratively arranged rather than tossed, the Cobb is beautiful when the ingredients are presented in rows.
Classic ingredients, smoky bacon and Monetary Jack cheese between two grilled flour tortillas. Your customers are going to love this easy to prepare quesadilla. Perfect as an appetizer or as an entree when served with a side of Spanish rice and sour cream.
Loaded with green onions, celery, chunky blue cheese, and savory grilled chicken, deliciously nestled on a bed of Sweet Baby Ray’s Buffalo Wing Sauce… this flatbread is part pizza, part ultimate buffalo wing experience, that’s alllll good!
This southwestern staple is the perfect blend of classic, hearty ingredients and is guaranteed to please even the pickiest pallets. Incorporating Sweet Baby Ray’s Original Barbecue sauce gives this robust chili its distinctive sweet, smoky flavor.
Crispy flatbread topped with Sweet Baby Ray’s Garlic Parmesan Sauce, shredded mozzarella, and tomato bruschetta, garnished with basil. This refreshingly-fresh dish menus well as an appetizer or vegetarian lunch option. The classic bruschetta look is perfectly complimented by the rich garlic flavor.
Angus beef patty topped with pastrami, Swiss cheese, cabbage, Sweet Baby Ray’s Golden Barbecue Sauce and Dijon honey mustard, on a toasted pretzel bun.
It’s chaos meets culinary genius in this spicy pie that is a kick-to-the-face of bold flavor… and we mean that in a good way! Your customers are in for a treat with this loaded pizza; chicken, beans, veggies and cheese with not one, but two specialty sauces.
An convenient early-morning twist on the traditional Eggs Benedict, making gourmet breakfast on the go easy!
A flaky puff pastry crust pairs perfectly with the classic pizza flavors of fresh basil, tomato and mozzarella.
It’s not hard to use pizza dough to make Stromboli, but this Cordon Bleu variations takes Stromboli up to a whole new level.
Here are 10 easy ways to help you dress up your donut offerings! From “Coconut & Jelly” to “Mocha Sugar” these donut prep techniques add eye appeal and delicious flavor.
This quick recipe delivers an irresistible house-made appetizer that is a puffy and flaky pinwheel of steak magic.
This southern-style fried chicken sandwich hits all the right notes.
There’s tremendous Cajun flavor wrapped into this beefy burrito, where tender sauteed steak blend perfectly with seasoned rice and beans.
This Angus Pub Burger on Brioche is a refreshing twist on an American Cheeseburger. The brioche, Swiss cheese and mushrooms give this burger a rich savory flavor that perfectly compliments the garlic, mayo, and Worcestershire sauce.
Looking for the perfect summer dish? This simple steak salad is hearty, fresh and packed with rich savory flavors?
Macaroni and cheese is one of those craveable, widely popular foods—beloved by kids and adults alike—that can be turned into a signature dish your customers will visit you specifically to order.
Nothing says “Feast!” like a Philly cheesesteak. But when it’s not a party-of-one, one must share, right? So when the occasion calls for feeding multiple mouths, we’ve got the perfect fix for your customers: Original Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls!
Trendy New England dining comes home as a portable crowd-pleaser. Featuring two widely popular ingredients, this dish perfectly merges rich sweet lobster meat with the savory contrast of white cheddar mac and cheese.
As the first signs of spring begin drifting through the rolling hills of Ireland, restaurants operations everywhere set their sights on St. Patrick’s day and the menu opportunities it brings.
Super Bowl 58 is almost here, given all the celebrity hype around this year’s big game we thought it would be fun to throw out a few ideas for themed Super Bowl foods. This year’s theme? It has to be Taylor Swift!
The 2023 National Restaurant Show, held at McCormick Place in Chicago, brought together over 50,000 food service professionals and restaurateurs from around the world. This annual event showcases the latest products and innovations from global businesses to boutique brands, and is the best place to see emerging trends, and immerse yourself into the vibrant foodie culture shaping the culinary landscape.
To compete today, your restaurant’s social media marketing strategy needs authentic content that represents who you are as a brand. But the question still remains… What should your restaurant post on social media?
Multitasking ingredients save time and money in the kitchen. Multitasking ingredients can be used in more than one item and are the Holy Grail of menu management, keeping food costs, labor, and inventory in line.
Once associated with direct-to-consumer subscription services and supermarket specialty cases, meal kits have become a valuable source of revenue for restaurants and other foodservice establishments.
In the important world of portability, sandwiches are the quintessential ever-evolving handheld, and industry-leading menus show that everything from the flavor and menu placement to the ingredients and bread is up for innovation.
Using social media platforms to reach your target audience when promoting dessert offerings may be key to boosting sweet sweet sales.
As the restaurant industry slowly makes a comeback across the world eggs, breakfast, and global flavors are 3 trends that may impact restaurants on a large scale in 2022.
There is no single formula to follow to ensure your videos go viral, but you can start building a following for your restaurant on one of the fastest growing social media platforms in the world by keeping a few things in mind…
Ready to build a library of images that support your marketing and social media efforts? These 7 quick tips will help you carve out more time for photography in your restaurant or foodservice business.
Once associated with direct-to-consumer subscription services and supermarket specialty cases, meal kits have become a valuable source of revenue for restaurants and other foodservice establishments.
A strategy for getting your smartphone out of your pocket and using it to increase engagement, traffic, and sales for your establishment.
The foodservice pivot from dine-in to takeout and delivery over the past year created unforeseen realities that will change the industry long into the future—for the better.
The foodservice industry is in a state of rapid flux. Beginning in 2015, Americans began spending more money at restaurants than they did in grocery stores. Then the pandemic hit and the way those dollars were being spent changed. Now, for many operators, takeout and delivery stand to become even more important. Other trends that will likely accelerate include mobile ordering, mobile pay, and third-party delivery.
Individually-Wrapped (IW) foods are the best option for your school’s lunch menu. Simple, convenient & nutritious – suitable for students of all ages. See our current list here.
Individual portion control is the new standard in K-12 nutrition. It’s time to make the switch!
Since the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic “Family Style” offerings have jumped significantly at restaurants and foodservice operations.
Content is as important to your digital presence and marketing efforts as the food you serve is to your dining room. It shows who you are, what you do and what you’re capable of – but most importantly – it can impact a visitor’s decision to return.
Create, supplement or simplify BBQ takeout with premium, prepared products designed to reduce labor while delivering authentic customizable flavors
Whether it be the weekly date night, family movie night, birthdays or anniversaries; your restaurant has the ability to create packages geared towards maintaining a feeling of normalcy.
Here’s a list of a few labor saving products that fit all platforms and are geared towards adding maximum consistency while eliminating as many steps for your operation as possible.
In a world that showers children with pizza and macaroni and cheese, one thing parents and K–12 school foodservice operators can agree on is the need for better school lunches—meals that are more nutritious and made with cleaner ingredients that are free of artificial flavors, colors and preservatives.
Whether it’s a warm, gooey cinnamon roll for breakfast or a scrumptious muffin straight out of the oven, consumers love fresh, bakery items.
Last month the Maine School Nutrition Association (MSNA) invited Chef Tim to do a breakout presentation a their annual Winter Food Show. Tim showed the attendees some fun ways to get creative with flatbread!
Looking for the perfect grab n’ go option for your students? Look no further, Dennis Food Service has the right containers, in the perfect size and the best materials for your needs…
The craft beer selection can be a major draw for customers at casual dining operations. In fact, in just 4 years craft beer has grown 16% on menus compared to domestic and imported beers that are declining. But beer isn’t all guests are looking for. Seventy-one percent want complementary foods that go with those beers.
Christmas marketing isn’t limited to just the immediate holiday but includes your winter menu changes, catering services, increased promotions of cookies, cakes, pies, pastries and side dishes for holiday meals, holiday party bookings and gift card sales. You have a great opportunity to attract new customers, show your chef’s skills in preparing holiday favorites and exotic foods from other countries and cultures, and host special tasting events that attract convivial crowds.
Most fast-casual operators believe that competency creates conversation. That being “good” equals word of mouth. But it often does not, because almost every competitor is at least good. If you want customers to tell others about your restaurants — and you do — you must be different in addition to being excellent.
Seasonal ingredients and menu items have become more popular along with the local food movement, which goes right to the heart of the kind of sustainability commitment that today’s customers are looking for.
Breakfast is the fastest-growing meal of the day! In fact, breakfast visits increased 4% for the year ending in May 2015, according to NPD, while lunch and dinner visits were flat. Despite that, Technomic data indicate that it’s also the most skipped meal, due to consumer issues of time, desire for lighter options and affordability. Addressing those concerns and doing it better than the competition means more opportunity to build sales and satisfy patrons.
It’s not hard to use pizza dough to make Stromboli, but this Cordon Bleu variations takes Stromboli up to a whole new level.
Here are 10 easy ways to help you dress up your donut offerings! From “Coconut & Jelly” to “Mocha Sugar” these donut prep techniques add eye appeal and delicious flavor.
This quick recipe delivers an irresistible house-made appetizer that is a puffy and flaky pinwheel of steak magic.
The “loaded” trend is making its way across menu items, from classic dishes to unqiue concepts that wow customers.
This southern-style fried chicken sandwich hits all the right notes.
There’s tremendous Cajun flavor wrapped into this beefy burrito, where tender sauteed steak blend perfectly with seasoned rice and beans.
This Angus Pub Burger on Brioche is a refreshing twist on an American Cheeseburger. The brioche, Swiss cheese and mushrooms give this burger a rich savory flavor that perfectly compliments the garlic, mayo, and Worcestershire sauce.
When potential customers see your food online, on a sign or in a menu the quality of the photography makes a huge difference in whether or not they choose your establishment.
Domino’s Pizza has managed to pull off a huge turnaround; in part by listening and responding to their customers in a uniquely-honest PR advertising blitz. Now they are opening hundreds of new locations and profits are soaring…
Looking for the perfect summer dish? This simple steak salad is hearty, fresh and packed with rich savory flavors?
Pizza consumption is at its highest level in years and is in a position to grab a big portion of the growing takeout market.
Whenever spring is right around the corner, that’s the time to revise menus away from winter comfort foods and focus on fresh greens and veggies to give those diners what they’re looking for.
Here’s a look at a few foodservice trends that we will be seeing more of in the coming years…
The best menu items have a certain extra something, an “x-factor” if you will…
In this weeks episode we’ve got three new products to share. We’re giving a shout out to the cheese makers at Great Lakes Cheese Company. We share insights on how to engage with Millennial diners. Plus, there’s a BBQ contest going on right now that could take you and your smoked-turkey recipe to Austin, Texas!
Here we are on National Grilled Cheese Day, in the middle of National Grilled Cheese Month, and we’ve got a couple of yummy GC related ideas for you in this episode of Dennis Knows Food!
Episode 44 takes on a life of its own as Dennis Knows Food host Luke LaBree, and special guest Michael Mirarchi, share their thoughts on a number of trending industry topics – paper straws, eco-friendly packaging, the power of Yelp, social media and more – don’t miss this episode!
In this extra-long episode we’re talking about how to create the perfect brand message for your business, and we talk meat with our Protein Category manager Chris Caler!
For operators, raising the awareness of new items through any available channel — website, social media, in-house advertising or on the phone with customers — can have several benefits; including satisfying regulars who want to try something new, add-on sale opportunities, and attracting new customers. If a customer wants to know what’s new at your establishment, how available have you made that information for them? In this episode we’re going straight to the source to discuss “what’s new?” in foodservice.
In this week’s episode we revisit the conversation on dressing-up your dishes for extra appeal. Riding that good-flavors vibe we’ve got a recipe for Tomato Butter to share with you. We cover an important business-capturing strategy that you should be doing online. And we’ve got some fantastic beef purchasing opportunities coming that you’re definitely going to want to take advantage of while you can.
In this weeks episode of Dennis Knows Food we focus some of the spotlight on New England, with 3 of our 12 latest inventory additions coming from right here in Maine. We’re also putting some emphasis on produce, with Chris Webster, one of our Dennis Account Executives joining us for a discussion on “veggie perceptions.” Heating up alcohol sales with cold brew coffee and more!
Here we are with another Thursday edition of our Podcast which is a day later than our usual Wednesday schedule. This made me reflect on how, even with schedules and planning, the unexpected can cause a hiccup in our regular routines. We have 8 new items to share with you that were just added to our inventory. We revisit the discussion on burgers from last week’s episode with an interesting condiment, and everyone is looking forward to getting into our new Test Kitchen and Learning center. That and more in this episode of Dennis Knows Food.
This week we’ve added pizza liners from Norpak, Président brand pub cheese, Tuffgards poly bags from Handgards, frozen all-claw lobster meat, NAE chicken tenders from Tyson, and Bienvenido’s salsa-ready tomatoes.
NEW from McCain, Anchor® Breaded Hot Pepper Cheese Cubes – Smooth jack cheese with spicy jalapeño pieces covered in fine bread crumbs.
New Sara Lee® Individually Wrapped Mini Cheesecakes are the perfect dessert or anytime snack – profitable for on-site dining and to go. Serve your customers convenient indulgence to be enjoyed anywhere – all with minimal labor, no food waste and little freezer space required.
This week we’ve added 15 new items to our inventory including gala apples, fresh ground beef, red franks, white triangle tortilla chips and more…
This week we’ve added 4 new items to our inventory including yellow sliced cheddar cheese, everything bagels, 2ply toilet tissue and more…
Nothing says “Feast!” like a Philly cheesesteak. But when it’s not a party-of-one, one must share, right? So when the occasion calls for feeding multiple mouths, we’ve got the perfect fix for your customers: Original Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls!
This week we have added 30 new items to our inventory including chocolate cookie wafer, fresh ball tip steak, corrugated kraft pizza box and more…
Introducing our latest additions: Chai Tea Latte for a comforting beverage option, Mini Egg Rolls perfect for appetizers or sides, Horchata Bites for a creamy Latin-inspired snack, Thai Yellow Curry Sauce for authentic flavors, and Chorizo Sausage to spice up your menu.
The latest additions to our inventory include Fully Cooked Shaved Steak, Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce, Marinated Beef Strips, Greek Olive Mix, Cheese Crisps, Roll Towels, and Fiber Hinged Containers – each adding versatility and flavor to your establishment with ease.
Explore new culinary horizons with our latest additions. Dive into a culinary adventure with Tyson® Mini Chicken Bites for irresistible bites, Schweid & Sons’ Fresh Ground Beef for premium flavor, and Bake Crafters’ Croissant Sandwich and Pancake Bites – a perfect blend of convenience and gourmet indulgence. Enhance your creations further with ARdent Mills’ versatile Rye Chops and Hummer High Gluten Flour – crafted to elevate every dish with exceptional texture and taste.
Explore the latest additions to our inventory, including Mike’s Amazing Extra Heavy Mayonnaise, SuperChef’s Non-GMO Canola Oil, a Red Wine Vinegar, the decadent Sara Lee’s French Cream Cheesecakes (Plain and Chocolate), and April Fresh Fabric Softener from Downy.
Check out new items added to our inventory for 12/06/2023. Dive into the freshness of a locally grown, organic salad mix. Savor the season with Dianne’s Spiced Egg Nog Cream Cake. Elevate efficiency with Tork Xpressnap Fit® Napkins, and refresh school cafeterias with SideKicks Kiwi-Strawberry Juice.
This week we’ve added three new flavorful Juice Bases from Dole, Circle Labels for efficient labeling, Terry Cloth Pot Holders for reliable heat protection, and Biodegradable Straws and Stirrers for a sustainable touch. We can’t forget about the decadent Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake from Dianne’s Fine Desserts, or the 18 ounce pizza dough ball from Dabesta’s.
It’s the best of both worlds as this week we added Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake and a Breaded and Stuffed Hashbrown. Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake pairs zesty lemon and creamy cheesecake with a blueberry compote, perfect for dessert menus. Meanwhile, the Early Risers Hashbrown, filled with potato, scrambled egg, and cheese in whole grain breading, is a breakfast winner ideal for school food programs.
This week we added Greek Yogurt, Genoa Salami Half Sticks, Pancake Bites, White Garlic Pizza, and Fully-Cooked Bacon.
This week we added White Cheese Sauce, New England Clam Chowder, Fresh Cooked Lobster Meat, Sheeted Pizza Dough, and Iced Tea Pouches.
With Hillshire Farm® Carved Pork Belly, it’s easier than ever to deliver customers an elevated, decadent ingredient for all kinds of dishes. Fully cooked and ready to serve (2/5lb. bags per case), it’s the simple way to bring big flavors across the menu.
This week we added cup & char sliced sausage, roasted garlic concentrate, sriracha sauce, anchovies, pineapple juice, sharp cheddar cheese spread, and laundry cleaning products.
This week we added Frank’s RedHot® Seasoning, Maine Lobster and Cheese Ravioli, Garlic Pizza Dough Balls, Popcorn Oil, and Fresh Carrot Sticks!
This week we’ve added egg and cheddar cheese omelets, garlic texas toast & garlic breadsticks, and chopped ocean clams.
This week we’ve added three new dry mixes from Vanee Foods, a cutlery dispenser, and a dispensable fork, knife, and spoon.
This week we’ve added hardwood smoked ham, clam cake and crab cake mix, horseradish cheddar cheese, pepper jack cheese slices, strawberry and caramel topping, all beef franks, beef steakburgers, USDA choice angus burger patties, and frozen all claw lobster meat.
New items we added this week include All-Natural Sliced Chicken, Tortilla Chips with Tray, Country Sausage Gravy, Tartar Sauce, Hot Honey Sauce, and Baked Cornbread.
New items we added this week include two chickpea spreads, diced chicken breast, all-beef franks, silicone pan liner, and black spork.
Check out the new items we added this week, including Chicken Breast Filets, Sliced Pepperoni, Tricolor Rotini, and Raspberry Topping.
This week we’ve added a charcuterie trio, sliced pastrami, egg bites, grab & go waffles, and tortilla chips.
This week we’ve added guacamole bites, queso tots, cranberry, apple, tomato juices, beef brisket, and grape jelly.
This week we’ve added a Charcuterie Sampler, Whole Grain Eggoji Waffles, 6″ Whole Grain Sub Rolls, and a Premium Bakers Flour .
This week we’ve added extra sweet and juicy Macoun Apples.
This week we’ve added beef brisket burnt ends, hot pepper cheese cubes, garden vegetable soup, precooked bacon rounds, and whole grain dinner rolls.
This week we’ve added pizza bagels, Arborio rice, flat bottomed jacketed ice cream cones, and 50lb bags of sea salt.
This week we’ve added new appetizers, convenient cheese cube packets, and the “ultimate” cheese sauces.
This week we’ve added cheese raviolis from Servoli, rippled lasagna sheets from Marzetti, clear poly food bags from LK, and stainless steel utensils from Walco.
Check out all the new items we added this week. Browse through vegan cheeses, chicken pot pie filling, all-purpose seasoned breader and more.
From salame cotto to sliced prosciutto, Columbus uses the finest cuts of meat and a special blend of spices. Whether it is slow cured and naturally aged, or spiced and cooked, each of these craft meats are the perfect addition to your charcuterie boards.
Find all the new items we added this week. Browse through tamper-evident plastic containers, sliced pepperoni, dipping sauce cups and more.
Take a look and see what new items we added this week. Browse through a variety of black and clear trash liners and muenster cheese loaf.
This week we added tiramisu dessert trays, breaded chicken breast fillets, buttermilk ranch dressing and more.
Take a look and see what new items we added this week. Browse through printed paper cups, battered mozzarella sticks, devil’s food cake mix and more.
This week we’ve added sweet cream foam, roasted garlic hummus bites, spicy pepperoni and more.
This week we’ve added french fries, mini pancake bites, pumpernickel bagels and more.
This week we’ve added a old-fashioned tomato soup, mini frozen cheese pizzas, chocolate pudding and more.
This week we’ve added stuffed hashbrowns, clear squeeze bottles, citrus-flavored diet mountain dew and more.
This week we’ve added graham cracker crumbs, extra-sharp white cheddar, corned beef brisket and more.
This week we’ve added whole-grain croissants, roasted red pepper hummus, takeout salad bowls and more.
This week we’ve added mozzarella sticks, transparent straws, and frozen haddock fillets.
This week we’ve added imported cooked ham deli meat, frozen raspberries, homestyle peach cobbler and more.
This week we’ve added frozen beef chuck rolls, crispy thin french fries, craft beer cheddar cheese spread and more.
This week we’ve added honey wheat lavash bread, unsweetened cinnamon applesauce, fresh peeled beef tri tips, pepper jack cheese and much more.
This week we’ve added a variety of ice creams, whole duck, honey mustard cups, mini deep dish cheese pizzas and more.
This week we’ve added eco-friendly fiber takeout containers, wasabi sauce, sliced Havarti cheese and fudge brownie half-sheets to our inventory.
This week we’ve added tangy honey mustard cups, asiago cheese, disposable gloves, zipper storage bags, and blank labels.
This week we’ve added 7 items to our inventory including; tasty buffalo chicken sandwiches, pizza dough, cheeses, egg rolls, and chicken patties & bites.
This week we’ve added 7 items to our inventory including; nutritious fruit bars, pancake mixes, fruit juices, breakfast logs, and egg rolls.
This week we’ve added 6 items to our inventory including; classic whoopie pies, pollock, yeast, pickled beets and K-12 breakfast items.
This week we’ve added 3 new items to our inventory including 7-day meal kits, a beer dough ball and more…
It’s that time of year again, grab the icing and gumdrop buttons! Create that old-fashion bake-shop aroma of classic ginger and molasses…
This week we’ve added 2 new items to our inventory including pancake sausage sticks and breaded mozzarella sticks…
This week we’ve added 8 new items to our inventory including chicken pot pie, Italian dressing mix, breaded veal and more…
This week we’ve added 7 new items to our inventory including jumbo stuffed shells, boneless pork tenderloin, sausage links and more…
This week we’ve added 16 items to our inventory including gloves and hand sanitizer, hummus cups, cut vegetables, Apple Cider bacon, breakfast burritos, and more…
This week we’ve added 8 items to our inventory including mini New York cheesecakes, unfilled donut shells, seasoned salt and more…
This week we’ve added 17 items to our inventor including worcestershire sauce, whole grain kaiser roll, pineapple juice and more…
This week we’ve added 7 items to our inventory including goat cheese log, basil pesto sauce with pinenuts, skin-on potato french fries and more…
This week we’ve added 9 new items to our inventory including sliced genoa salami, chili steak with beans, mixed fruit in juice cup and more…
This week we’ve added 8 new items to our inventory including white round tortilla chips, saddle sandwich bag, onion bagels and more…
This week we’ve added 18 new items to our inventory including strawberry cheesecake shooters, fresh ground beef, original BBQ sauce and more…
This week we’ve added 8 new items to our inventory including graham cracker french toast, disposable masks with ear loops, whole grain grilled cheese sandwiches and more…
This week we’ve added 4 new items to our inventory including wrapped 2ply toilet tissue, strawberry crisp nutrition bar, low fat mozzarella cheese sticks and more…
This week we’ve added 13 new items to our inventory including lavender disinfecting wipes, vegetarian spring rolls, bbq sauce pc packets and more…
This week we’ve added 4 new items to our inventory including fresh beef bologna, oreo ice cream bars, ez-melt white cheese loaf and more…
This week we’ve added 4 new items to our inventory including coconut butterfly shrimp, instant cheese sauce mix, ranch dressing pouch mix and more…
This week we’ve added 4 new items to our inventory including homestyle cheesy garlic croutons, sliced pepperoni, blueberry yogurt and more…
This week we’ve added 7 new items to our inventory including sea salt & black pepper turkey breast, strawberry brulée cheesecake, hinged white polypro containers and more…
This week we’ve added 11 new items to our inventory including apple crisp donuts, mini danish assortment with icing, raspberry lemonade craisins and more…
This week we’ve added 12 new items to our inventory including organic spring flour, seasoned Mexican rice, hamburger sliced pickle and more…
This week we’ve added 21 new items to our inventory including shredded potatoes, diced potatoes, unsweetened strawberry applesauce and more…
This week we’ve added 4 new items to our inventory including popsicles, sour cream and onion chips, whole grain quinoa and more…
This week we’ve added 10 new items to our inventory including truffle sea salt, cinnamon sticks, white truffle oil, aji amarillo pepper puree and more…
This week we’ve added 12 new items to our inventory including maple whoopie pies, fresh cilantro, buttermilk biscuits and more…
This week we’ve added 9 new items to our inventory including basmati rice, lemon peel spice, mozzarella cheese block and more…
This week we’ve added 9 new items to our inventory including black forest ham, chunky blue cheese dressing, sliced roast beef and more…
This week we’ve added 12 new items to our inventory including a plant based cooking cream, haddock, fry oil and more…
This week we’ve added 8 new items to our inventory including garlic parmesan sauce, shaved turkey steak, three new muffin batters and more…
This week we’ve added 2 new products to our inventory including fully cooked seasoned beef steak slices and more…
This week we’ve added 21 new products to inventory including peanut butter cheesecake, bamboo leaf plates, triple chocolate cake, white rolls and more…
This week we’ve added 8 new items to inventory including spice sea salt, smoked maple salt, english muffins and more…
This week we’ve added 8 new items to our inventory including breaded cheddar cheese stuffed jalapenos, sausage, egg and cheese stuffed waffles and more…
This week we’ve added 12 new items to our inventor including ocean fresh shucked clams, fire braised beef flanks, basil pizza dough balls and more…
This week we’ve added 15 new items to our inventory including skillet chorizo, beef pot roast soup, salsa roja sauce and more…
This week we’ve added 16 new items to our inventory including instant sweet potato pearls, strawberry graham crackers, sour cream and cheddar potato chips and more…
This week we’ve added 10 new items to our inventory including apple juice, seeded brioche burger roll, avocado halves and more…
This week we’ve added 6 new items to our inventory including crinkle cut potato french fries, frozen clam strips, white chocolate blueberry brulee cheesecake and more…
This week we’ve added 12 new items to our inventory including white grain quinoa, potato french fry emoticons, beef/ pork meatballs and more…
This week we’ve added 5 new items to our inventory including cherry puree, New England unsliced lobster brioche roll, jumbo cheese ravioli and more…
This week we’ve added 15 new items to our inventory including single serve cinnamon apple oatmeal cup, Belgian waffles, organic sweet corn and more…
11 new items have been added to our inventory this week including manicotti cheese, jumbo cooked cheese ravioli, pre-cooked rainbow tortellini and more…
9 new items have been added to our inventory including extra heavy pizza sauce, angus choice ranch steak, canned ham patties and more…
This week we’ve added fresh Seafood Chowder from Kettle Cuisine. Featuring haddock, shrimp, scallops, clams, tender potatoes and minced carrots in a roux-thickened seafood stock with light cream and tangy Monterey Jack cheese.
This week we’ve added 13 new items to our inventory including cheddar cheese curds, chocolate chip marble brulee cheesecake, szechuan sauce and more…
This week we’ve added 1 new items to our inventory. New from Mrs. T’s®, Jumbo Four Cheese Ravioli.
This week we’ve added 6 new items to our inventory including balsamic fig glaze sauce, bacon and cream cheese stuffed jalapeno, honey lime dressing and more…
This week we’ve added 4 new items to our inventory including cinnamon Chex cereal bowl pack, breaded mozzarella cheese sticks, organic ancient grain minestrone soup and more…
Ten new items have been added to our inventory this week including light string cheese mozzarella, whole grain cinnamon rolls, IQF granny smith apple slices and more…
This week we’ve added 14 new items to our inventory including whole grain french toast sticks, whole grain buttermilk pancakes, frozen macaroni & cheese loaf and more…
This week we’ve added 12 new items to our inventory including fresh Maine lobster meat, fresh scallops, blueberry habanero wing sauce and more…
This week we’ve added 8 new items to our inventory including lemonade drink concentrate, white cheddar macaroni and cheese, grouper fillets and more…
We recently added 23 new items to our inventory including prime beef tenderloin, sweet cajun trail mix, G2 fruit punch gatorade and more…
This weeks new items include many special order products, however in among those are some real gems! Rounding out the list are some new non-food items and a Deluxe Cornbread mix from Bake ‘n Joy.
This week we’ve added 12 new items to our inventory including broccoli florets, popcorn oil, cantaloupe chunks and more…