Ask anyone to define comfort foods and the answer will vary widely. For Gerald Hunter, executive chef at Philadelphia University, a Parkhurst Dining Services account, it's a no-brainer: Philadelphia cheese steak tops the list of comfort foods that students love. "Student tastes are much more educated today. We have a lot more sophisticated palates now, but they love their comfort foods." Everyday favorites: Comfort foods are staples, he says. "They're usually something your mom made that you loved when you were growing up. The Philly cheese steak is a staple and we serve it in both our retail outlet and on the board plan. It's made in house and served on rolls with American or pro-yolone cheeses and fried onions. We also make the South Philly variation with cheese sauce. They're very popular. When you eat them, you're hooked for life."
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