Top Products of October 2019: Editors' Elites

In a bid to create convenient, high-quality, affordable noodles for all, Maruchan has elevated its long-standing ramen offering with a new Gold line in Soy Sauce and Spicy Miso flavors. Maruchan’s development of an air-dry noodle technology hits the bull’s-eye for consumers’ growing affinity for authentic Asian cuisine.

Swedish-style crispbreads from English bakery Peter’s Yard are a light, tasty, versatile cracker line made with simple, natural ingredients. The crispbreads—available in original, caraway, fig and pink peppercorn—offer a high-fiber, low-sugar alternative to bread-based products and make for a perfect partner for a range of toppings.

Hispanic cheeses, creams and chorizos. The primary ingredient in Cacique’s real cheese dips is queso fresco cheese, which not only imparts quality but also authentic Mexican flavor. Its fully cooked chorizo line is made with authentically seasoned premium pork shoulder. Exquisito!

Godiva and General Mills have whipped up a premium baking mix line in four decadent options inspired by the chocolatier’s signature truffles and chocolate pieces: Molten Lava Cakes, Brownie Cheesecake Swirl, Raspberry Chocolate Torte and Flourless Chocolate Torte. The gluten-free mixes—which come with a disposable baking dish—need just a few ingredients, such as eggs and butter.

Smithfield Foods has entered the plant-based category with the launch of an entire portfolio of Pure Farmland options for any meal occasion. The new dairy- and gluten-free line features eight products ranging from breakfast and burger patties to meatballs and ground beef alternative protein starters in various flavors.