# Sophisticated Macaroni Meals Grown-Up Mac & Cheese Boasts Unique Flavor Fusions By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-08-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grownup-mac-cheese References: [foodbusinessnews.net](https://www.foodbusinessnews.net/media/photos/4188-macaroni-and-cheese-innovation) & [bearcreekcountrykitchens](https://www.bearcreekcountrykitchens.com/product/creamy-chipotle-macaroni-cheese) [Bear Creek Country Kitchens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bears-bedtime-stories) is introducing Grown-Up Mac & Cheese meals that feature unique flavors like Beer & Cheese, Truffle & Mushroom and Creamy Chipotle. Going beyond the standard white or classic cheddar cheese flavors, these [mac and cheese meals for adults](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-mac-cheese) offer all of the comforts of the familiar meal with a focus on high-quality ingredients. The Beer & Cheese flavor is touted as a "unique twist on classic mac and cheese," as it incorporates mafalda pasta and a blend of cheddar and blue cheese. Those who love [a little bit of spice](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bob-evans-queso-macaroni-cheese) will be drawn to the Creamy Chipotle Macaroni & Cheese variety, which elevates the standard macaroni and cheese meal with cavatappi pasta in a savory cheesy blend with red and chipotle peppers. Image Credit: B&G Foods Inc ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 - **Grown-up Mac & Cheese:** Bear Creek Country Kitchens introduces unique flavored mac & cheese meals for adults. - **Flavor Fusions:** High-quality ingredient mac & cheese meals go beyond standard cheddar cheese. - **Sophisticated Comfort Food:** Macaroni is elevated with mafalda and cavatappi pasta in savory cheesy blends. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food & Beverage:** Opportunity for companies to upgrade classic comfort foods with unique, high-quality, ingredient combinations. - **Packaged Foods:** Innovation opportunity for packaged meals targeting adult consumers seeking convenience with high-quality ingredient options. - **Frozen Foods:** Frozen meals featuring unique flavor fusions offer an innovation opportunity for manufacturers seeking to appeal to adult audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Grown-Up Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truffle-mac-and-cheese.md) - [Truffle Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truffle-macaroni.md) - [IPA-Inspired Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodles-mac-and-cheese-flavor.md) - [Cheesy Artisan-Inspired Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodles-mac-and-cheese-flavors.md) - [Gourmet Dairy-Free Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daiya-deluxe-mac-cheeze.md) - [Clean-Label Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deluxe-mac-and-cheese.md) - [Cheesy Artisan-Style Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noodles-company-mac-cheese.md) - [Stout-Flavored Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guinness-mac-cheese.md) - [Smoky Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodles-smokey-dokey.md)