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Kale-Topped Gnocchi Dishes

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

This Gnocchi Recipe is a Variation on the Classic Macaroni and Cheese

— November 6, 2015 — Lifestyle
This cheesy gnocchi recipe puts a starchier spin on your classic mac and cheese. The dish also incorporates kale, for an added dose of dark, leafy greens. From Jess Merchant at the food blog How Sweet It Is, the gnocchi mac and cheese recipe substitutes the potato-based pasta in for the traditional macaroni noodle. This gives it a heartier feel, making it perfect for cool autumn nights or a warm lunch during the week.

If you want to give this gnocchi recipe a go, you will need mini potato gnocchi, homemade white cheddar cheese sauce, freshly grated nutmeg, ground mustard powder, parmesan and breadcrumbs. The pasta is topped with crispy kale leaves, which also adds some texture to the creamy entree.
Trend Themes
1. Starchier Spin - There is a trend towards incorporating starchier ingredients in traditional recipes, such as substituting potato-based pasta in place of macaroni noodles in dishes like mac and cheese.
2. Leafy Greens in Dishes - Incorporating leafy greens like kale into dishes is a growing trend, adding nutritional value and texture to meals.
3. Hearty Comfort Foods - There is a trend towards creating heartier, more filling versions of classic comfort foods, like using gnocchi instead of macaroni in mac and cheese recipes.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - The food and beverage industry can explore innovative ways to incorporate starchier ingredients and leafy greens in their products, responding to consumer demand for healthier and heartier options.
2. Restaurants and Cafes - Restaurants and cafes can tap into the trend of revamping classic comfort foods by offering creative dishes that use alternative ingredients like gnocchi instead of traditional pasta.
3. Health and Wellness - The health and wellness industry can develop and promote recipes that combine the comforts of hearty comfort foods with the health benefits of leafy greens, catering to health-conscious consumers.
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