# Beefed-Up Macaroni Dishes The Fazoli's Angus Beef Mac & Cheese is a Limited-Time Offering By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-10-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/angus-beef-mac-cheese References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2021/09/30/fazolis-adds-new-angus-beef-mac-cheese-as-part-of-ultimate-mac-and-cheese-lineup/) & [fazolis](https://fazolis.com) The [Fazoli's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philly-cheesesteak-ravioli) Angus Beef Mac & Cheese is being launched by the restaurant brand as part of its [Ultimate Mac & Cheese lineup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macncheese-bowls) that will provide patrons with some of their favorites as well as a new variety to try out. The mac & cheese features slow-coked Angus beef shoulder that has been shredded on top of Cavatappi pasta, which comes topped with a creamy cheddar parmesan sauce. The pasta dish is then topped with even more cheese before being baked to perfection and finished with a dusting of Italian herbs and parmesan cheese. The Fazoli's Angus Beef Mac & Cheese is arriving alongside two returning favorites, which includes the [Lobster Mac & Cheese](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5cheese-mac-cheese) and the Panko-Crusted Mac & Cheese. Image Credit: Fazoli’s ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Beefed-up Pasta Dishes:** Restaurants are incorporating more protein and meat options into traditional pasta dishes, creating new flavor combinations and opportunities for protein-rich meals. - **Premium Mac & Cheese Offerings:** Restaurants are adding more premium ingredients to mac and cheese dishes, elevating the classic dish into a more gourmet and indulgent experience. - **Limited-time Offerings:** Restaurants are offering limited-time menu items to keep customers engaged and drive traffic into their stores or websites. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Restaurant Industry:** Restaurants have an opportunity to create new and innovative pasta dishes using a variety of proteins to cater to different dietary needs and palates. - **Food Manufacturing Industry:** Food manufacturers can create premium mac and cheese products that appeal to consumers looking for indulgent meal options with high-quality ingredients. - **Food Delivery Industry:** Food delivery companies can partner with restaurants to offer limited-time menu items exclusively for delivery, providing customers with unique food experiences in the comfort of their own homes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cheesy Artisan-Style Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noodles-company-mac-cheese.md) - [Cheese-Filled QSR Combos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schlotzskys-mac-and-cheese.md) - [Triple Cheese Manicotti Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/three-meat-manicotti.md) - [Brisket-Topped Macaroni Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brisket-mac-cheese.md) - [Macaroni and Cheese Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scorchin-hot-mac-cheese.md) - [Extra-Cheesy Noodle Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noodles-company.md) - [Hybrid Korean Macaroni Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bulgogi-steak-mac-cheese.md) - [Flavor-Packed Macaroni Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wing-snob-mac-and-cheese.md) - [Ranch-Covered Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loaded-chicken-bacon-ranch-mac-n-cheese.md)