recipes

Videos 10 July 2020

Asian Carne Asada Tacos

(Family Features) Combine the best of both worlds this summer with an ethnic favorite straight off the grill. These Asian Carne Asada Tacos require less than half an hour of prep and cook time for a quick, easy family meal.

Skirt steak is marinated in a NAKANO Seasoned Rice Vinegar-based marinade for a unique, delicious flavor combination before hitting a hot grill then layering in tortillas with your desired garnishes.

Find more flavorful ways to put an Asian twist on your summer dishes at nakanoflavors.com.

Watch video to see how to make this recipe!

Asian Carne Asada Tacos

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 5 minutes
Servings: 6

  • 1 1/2    pounds beef skirt steak
  • 1/2       cup NAKANO Seasoned Rice Vinegar
  • 2          tablespoons sugar
  • 2          teaspoons sambal oelek (Asian chili garlic sauce)
  • 1/2       teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4       cup soy sauce
  • 2          tablespoons olive oil
  • 2          teaspoons ancho chili powder
  • 1/2       teaspoon ground cumin

Pickled Onions:

  • 1/4       cup water
  • 1          medium red onion, halved, thinly sliced
  • corn tortillas, warmed
  • roasted tomato or tomatillo salsa
  • cilantro sprigs
  • sliced avocados
  • thinly sliced radishes
  1. Using fork, pierce steak at 1/2-inch intervals. In large bowl, whisk vinegar, sugar, sambal oelek and salt. Reserve 1/4 cup mixture for later use. Add soy sauce, oil, chili powder and cumin to remaining vinegar mixture. Add steak; turn to coat. Let stand 10 minutes to marinate.
  2. To make pickled onions: In medium microwaveable bowl, combine water and reserved vinegar mixture. Microwave 2-3 minutes, or until hot. Add onions, submerging in vinegar mixture. Let stand at room temperature until cool.
  3. Preheat grill to high heat. Grill steaks 1-2 minutes on each side, or until medium rare. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing against grain into thin strips.
  4. Serve with tortillas, salsa, pickled onions, cilantro, avocado and radishes.

Source: Nakano

Videos 18 May 2020

Apple Cheese Dijon Delight

As families spend more time at home, Americans are finding comfort in recipes made using bread. In addition to the comforting flavor, this trend provides valuable nutritional benefits. As a part of many healthy eating plans, bread and pasta are nutritionist approved and provide nutrients needed for healthy aging such as B vitamins, magnesium, selenium, iron, folate and fiber.

Try this tasty recipe for Apple Cheese Dijon Delight, which is not only packed with grains but is also under 500 calories. Find more recipe ideas at GrainFoodsFoundation.org.

Watch video to see how to make this recipe!

Apple Cheese Dijon Delight

Prep time: 15 minutes
Yield: 1 sandwich

  • 2          teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2          slices honey oatmeal bread
  • 6          thin slices Granny Smith apple
  • 2          slices Brie cheese
  • 2          slices cheddar cheese
  • 4          slices deli turkey
  • nonstick cooking spray
  1. Spread Dijon mustard on one bread slice.
  2. Layer apple slices, Brie cheese slices, cheddar cheese slices and turkey slices.
  3. Spray panini press or grill with nonstick cooking spray. Add sandwich and grill each side 2-3 minutes.

Source:  Grain Foods Foundation

Meal Ideas 26 July 2019

Quick Family Meals Filled with Flavor

(Family Features) When cooking for the family, don’t sacrifice flavor in order to create a quick meal. Mouthwatering recipes can be at your fingertips with simple, tasty twists on family favorites for the dinner table.

Consider Chicken Soft Tacos with Pickled Beet Salsa featuring Aunt Nellie’s Baby Whole Pickled Beets or a READ 3 Bean and Steak Salad to make dishes without delay the whole household can enjoy.

For more fast, family-friendly dinner ideas, visit auntnellies.com and READsalads.com.

Chicken Soft Tacos with Pickled Beet Salsa

Prep time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4

Pickled Beet Salsa:

  • 1          jar (16 ounces) Aunt Nellie’s Baby Whole Pickled Beets
  • 2          tablespoons chopped red onion
  • 2          tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1          tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/4       teaspoon salt
  • 1/4       teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/3       cup sour cream
  • 1          tablespoon jalapeno mustard
  • 4          soft flour tortillas (6 inches)
  • 2          cups fresh arugula
  • 2          cups chopped cooked rotisserie chicken (hot or cold)
  • 1/4       cup crumbled queso fresco cheese
  1. To make Pickled Beet Salsa: Drain beets; chop. In medium bowl, combine beets, onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt and pepper.
  2. In small bowl, stir together sour cream and mustard; set aside.
  3. On one half of each tortilla, place equal amounts Pickled Beet Salsa, arugula, chicken and cheese. Top with dollops of mustard-sour cream. Fold over.

3 Bean and Steak Salad

Recipe courtesy of Carolyn Mazzocco
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 8 minutes
Servings: 2

  • 1          can (15 ounces) READ 3 Bean Salad
  • 1          ribeye or top sirloin steak (about 8 ounces)
  • 1/2       teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4       teaspoon salt
  • 2          cups arugula
  • 1/2       cup chopped herbs, such as parsley, thyme, dill, basil, chives or tarragon

Dressing:

  • 2          tablespoons olive oil
  • 1          tablespoon plain fat-free yogurt
  • 1          tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1          teaspoon prepared horseradish
  • 1/8       teaspoon salt
  • 1/4       teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  1. Drain bean salad. Reserve half of liquid. Place beans and reserved liquid in large bowl.
  2. Heat cast-iron skillet or other heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Lightly brush both sides of steak with oil. Sprinkle evenly with salt.
  4. In skillet, cook steak 4 minutes on each side, or to desired doneness. Remove from pan. Allow steak to rest 10 minutes, covered lightly with aluminum foil; slice.
  5. In bowl, combine arugula and herbs with bean salad. Toss gently to combine.
  6. To make dressing: In small bowl, whisk oil, yogurt, lemon juice, horseradish, salt and pepper. Set aside. Whisk again before serving.
  7. Divide salad between two plates. Top evenly with steak slices. Drizzle dressing over salads.

Source: Seneca Foods
http://www.readsalads.com/

Meal Ideas 27 March 2019

Recipe Remix

Turn boring leftovers into exciting and delicious new dishes

(Family Features) What happens to the rest of the roast chicken that didn't get eaten at dinner? Or the extra rice or couscous the family couldn't finish? It might get pulled out a few days later for a meal of boring leftovers that will be met with groans. Or it could just be forgotten. In fact, nearly 15 percent of the food purchased for meals ends up being thrown away.

Why toss out perfectly good food - and potentially hundreds of dollars each year - when you can use those ingredients to create a whole new recipe?

Once cooked, many remains of a meal will stay fresh for up to a week - and some even taste better the second time around. These recipes use common extra ingredients, along with Pompeian olive oils and vinegars, to turn them into exciting new recipes.

For more recipe ideas and coupons, visit www.pompeian.com.

Herbed Olive Chicken Pasta

Serves 4

  • 6 ounces dry whole grain penne or rotini pasta
  • 1 cup cooked chicken breast meat, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes, quartered
  • 24 pitted Kalamata olives, or your favorite variety, coarsely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Pompeian Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 4 medium garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped, fresh basil leaves or 1 tablespoon dried basil leaves, crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon chopped, fresh rosemary leaves or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves, crumbled
  • 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper, optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (1/2 cup)
  1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  2. Remove pan from heat. Place chicken in a colander; pour pasta over chicken and shake off excess liquid. Return pasta and chicken to pan. Stir in remaining ingredients, except feta. Top with feta and toss gently, if desired.

Couscous Cakes with Fresh Mango-Ginger Chutney

Serves 4

Chutney:

  • 2 tablespoons Pompeian Extra Light Tasting Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1 cup diced fresh or frozen, thawed mango
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Pompeian Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger

Couscous Cakes:

  • 1 1/3 cups water
  • 2/3 cup original couscous
  • 2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro leaves
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup Pompeian Classic Mediterranean Olive Oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  1. Chutney: Heat 2 tablespoons oil in medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook onions 2 minutes. Stir in remaining chutney ingredients, except ginger, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring frequently. Remove from heat, cool and stir in ginger.
  2. Couscous Cakes: Meanwhile, bring water to a boil in a small saucepan over high heat. Remove from heat, stir in couscous and salt, cover and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let stand 5 minutes to cool. Combine couscous, cilantro, egg whites, flour, and lemon zest in a medium bowl.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Working with half of the couscous mixture, spoon about 2 tablespoons into skillet to make a mound, repeat, making 8 mounds total. Flatten slightly using the back of a spoon and cook for 3 minutes each side or until golden.
    Drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining oil and couscous mixture.
  4. Serve the couscous cakes with mango chutney.

Basil-Rosemary Turkey Panini

Serves 4

  • 12 ounces Italian bread, cut in half lengthwise

Dressing:

  • 1/3 cup Pompeian Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Pompeian Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves, crumbled
  • 2 medium garlic cloves, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried pepper flakes, optional
  • 1/2 cup chopped, fresh basil or 2 1/2 tablespoons dried basil leaves

Filling:

  • 1 cup thinly sliced leftover cooked turkey or chicken (about 5 ounces)
  • 1 large tomato, thinly sliced
  • 4 slices Monterey Jack cheese with peppers, provolone, or mozzarella (about 3 ounces total)
  1. Whisk all dressing ingredients, except basil, in small bowl. Lightly brush outside of bread halves with 1 tablespoon dressing mixture and place, cut side up, on a clean work surface. Stir basil into dressing mixture and spoon over bottom half of bread. Arrange turkey, tomato, and cheese on top. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper, if desired. Top with remaining bread half and press down firmly to adhere.
  2. Heat large, nonstick skillet over medium low heat until hot. Place sandwich in skillet, cover with a sheet of foil, top with a dinner plate and several bread plates (This will weigh the sandwiches down, to help cook evenly and absorb flavors.) Cook 8 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cheese is beginning to melt.
  3. Place on cutting board, and using a serrated knife, cut into four equal pieces.

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Meal Ideas 26 March 2019

Simply Delicious

(Family Features) Most parents face the same mealtime dilemma - making affordable and convenient food that the whole family will like. Time is short, palates are picky and some fear it will cost too much to put real food on the table.

For recipes and how-to videos, visit the Real Food Project at www.Hellmanns.com or www.BestFoods.com.

Pimento (Red Pepper) Cheese-Bacon Burgers

A Bobby Flay Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes / Chill Time: 30 minutes
4 servings

  • 1/3 cup Hellmann's® or Best Foods® Real Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder
  • 1/4 pound extra sharp white cheddar cheese, coarsely grated
  • 1/4 pound extra sharp yellow cheddar cheese, coarsely grated
  • 1/3 cup drained and finely chopped roasted red peppers or piquillo
  • 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • 8 thick slices double smoked bacon, crisp-cooked
  1. Combine mayonnaise, salt, pepper and cayenne in large bowl with fork. Stir in cheese and roasted peppers. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, shape ground beef into 4 patties. Season, if desired, with salt and black pepper; set aside.
  3. Grill or pan fry burgers, turning once, 8 minutes or until desired doneness. During last 30 seconds of cooking, evenly top each burger with cheese mixture, then cook covered until cheese melts slightly. Arrange burgers on buns, then evenly top with bacon.

Smoked Chile Cole Slaw

A Bobby Flay recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 20 minutes
4 servings

  • 1/2 cup Hellmann's® or Best Foods® Real Mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 medium head green cabbage, finely shredded
  • 2 large carrots, finely shredded
  • 1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  1. Combine mayonnaise, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, lime juice, honey and cumin in large bowl. Season, if desired, with salt and black pepper. Stir in remaining ingredients. Cover and refrigerate at least 20 minutes before serving.

Goat Cheese Crostini With Grape Salsa

A Bobby Flay Recipe
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Stand Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
6 servings

  • 1 cup red grapes, diced
  • 1 cup blue and/or black grapes, diced
  • 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or flat-leaf parsley, plus leaves for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 4 slices whole grain bread, quartered, OR 1 baguette, thinly sliced into 16 pieces
  • 6 ounces herbed goat cheese, slightly softened
  • 1/3 cup Hellmann's® or Best Foods® Real Mayonnaise
  1. Combine grapes, onion, jalapeño pepper, cilantro and vinegar in medium bowl. Season, if desired, with salt and pepper. Let stand at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F. Arrange bread on large baking sheet in a single layer and bake, turning once, 8 minutes or until lightly golden brown and crisp on both sides. Remove and let cool.
  3. Combine goat cheese with mayonnaise in small bowl until smooth. Season, if desired, with salt and pepper. Evenly spread cheese mixture onto crostinis, then top with grape salsa.

Grilled Potato Wedges With Malt Vinegar-Tarragon Dip

A Bobby Flay Recipe
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
6 servings

  • 2/3 cup PLUS 1 teaspoon malt vinegar
  • 1-1/2 cups Hellmann's® or Best Foods® Real Mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon chopped tarragon
  • 5 Russet or all-purpose potatoes, scrubbed
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
  1. Bring 2/3 cup vinegar to a boil over high heat in small saucepan and continue boiling until reduced by half. Remove saucepan from heat and let cool 5 minutes.
  2. Combine mayonnaise, cooled vinegar, remaining 1 teaspoon vinegar and tarragon in medium bowl. Season, if desired, with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  3. Cover potatoes with water in 4-quart saucepot; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender, but still firm. Drain and cool slightly. Cut each potato lengthwise into 8 slices.
  4. Brush potatoes with oil and season, if desired, with salt and pepper. Grill, turning once, 4 minutes or until golden and cooked through. Arrange potatoes on serving platter, then sprinkle with parsley. Serve with dip.

Mayonnaise mixture is also delicious with hot cooked chicken fingers or fish.

Source: Hellmann's

Meal Ideas 26 March 2019

Time-Saving Secret for Busy Cooks

Roasted Slicing Chicken From the Deli

(Family Features) Looking for a way to get out of the kitchen to enjoy warm weather activities with friends and family? Here's a secret for cooks looking for time-saving shortcuts that won't compromise the taste of homemade meals. Fully cooked, roasted chicken sliced to desired thickness at the deli counter can save hours of preparation time for dishes calling for roasted chicken as an ingredient. By substituting chicken that's already been slow-roasted and seasoned when bought sliced at the deli, meals can still have the homemade taste of roasted chicken even if the cook has spent the day at the beach, on the golf course or in the garden.

Deli slicing chicken is versatile, too. It can be sliced thick and then cut into pieces and tossed into a refreshing salad, or give a boost to a summery soup. Cut thin, deli slicing chicken goes gourmet when layered on soft slices of multigrain bread and combined with an assortment of fresh vegetables and spices.

Visit www.boarshead.com for more time-saving meal preparation tips.

Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Barbecue Dressing

Servings: 4 wraps
Light and satisfying, tangy and sweet - this recipe has it all. Juicy roast chicken topped with a sweet and mild barbecue sauce and wrapped up in tender butter lettuce leaves makes a quick lunch or a light supper - and it all comes together in just minutes.

  • 2 cups Boar's Head EverRoast Oven Roasted Chicken Breast, julienned
  • 4 large butter lettuce leaves
  • 1 cup mixed cucumber and green onion strips
  • 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon mix black and white sesame seeds
  1. Place the chicken onto the lettuce leaves and top with the cucumbers and onions. Mix the barbecue sauce with the lemon juice and mayonnaise and pour over the top. Sprinkle with the sesame seeds.

Chicken Gazpacho Sandwich

Servings: 4
The pungent tastes of roasted red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, sweet carrots, cucumbers and spices turn a simple chicken sandwich into the perfect gourmet meal for a warm day or evening.

  • 8 slices multi-grain bread
  • 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
  • 1 small cucumber, sliced into thin rounds
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup drained roasted red peppers, cut julienne style
  • 1/2 cup drained, sun-dried tomatoes in oil, cut julienne style
  • 12 slices Boar's Head EverRoast Oven Roasted Chicken Breast
  1. Place 4 bread slices on a work surface. Spread each with a layer of mayonnaise and add enough cucumbers to form a layer. Sprinkle with carrots and a pinch of dried rosemary and garlic powder. Mix peppers with tomatoes and layer on top of carrots. Evenly divide chicken among sandwiches. Close sandwich with remaining bread slices and serve.

Pulled Chicken and Tomato-Vegetable Soup

Servings: 6
Cut the cooking time for this flavorful soup by substituting deli slicing chicken for recipes calling for pre-cooked chicken. Make sure to use a quality chicken that is sliced fresh at the deli for a homemade chicken taste.

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 head cabbage, shredded
  • 1 red onion, cut into a small dice
  • 3 stalks celery, finely chopped
  • 4 small Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into a 1/2-inch dice
  • 2 large carrots, cut into
  • 1-inch julienne strips
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 6 sprigs for garnish
  • 2 14-ounce cans chicken broth
  • 2 14-ounce cans fire-roasted tomatoes with liquid
  • 1 pound (1/4 inch thick) slices Boar's Head EverRoast Oven Roasted Chicken Breast, cut in strips
  1. Add olive oil to large soup pot and heat at medium high until oil is hot. Add cabbage, onion, celery and potatoes; sauté for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add carrots, dried oregano, chicken broth and tomatoes. Cook 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Use your fingers to pull chicken into strips; add to soup. Serve in individual bowls garnished with an oregano stem.

Source: Boar's Head

Meal Ideas 15 March 2019

Simple, Savory Solutions for Busy Families

(Family Features) Quick, effortless recipes are the cornerstone of making hassle-free meals and snacks that work for active families. Adding simplicity to your kitchen repertoire can make it a little easier on everyone, creating more quality time spent around the table and less time in the kitchen.

Whether you’re meal prepping the kids’ school lunches for the week or whipping up a last minute snack, one kitchen staple to consider picking up on your next grocery run is Eckrich deli meats.

As a make-ahead meal that can be sent with your kids (or yourself) for lunch, these Ham and Turkey Roll-ups take just a few minutes of rolling together some family-favorite tastes. Using simple recipes with Oven Roasted Turkey Breast and Black Forest Ham as the main ingredients allows you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying life’s little moments with loved ones.

While creating make-ahead lunches can come in handy, arguably just as important is the meal that gets the day started: breakfast. Saving time in the morning, especially on busy weekdays, can be a lifesaver for families who value spending time together.

One solution can be these Deli Ham Breakfast All Day Tacos, featuring the consistent quality of perfectly seasoned Eckrich Deli Ham Off the Bone. A handful of ingredients and a pan are all you need to create a handheld breakfast for everyone in the family.

Find more fast, flavorful meals the entire family can enjoy at eckrich.com .

Ham and Turkey Roll-ups

Cook time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2

  • 4          ounces Eckrich Deli Oven Roasted Turkey Breast
  • 4          ounces Eckrich Deli Black Forest Ham
  • lettuce leaves
  • 2          tablespoons chunky guacamole
  • 1/4       cup cucumbers, chopped
  • 1          tablespoon shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2          slices bacon, cooked and chopped
  1. Layer turkey and ham slices. Layer lettuce, guacamole, cucumber, cheese and bacon crumbles. Roll meat and insert toothpick to hold. Include additional toppings, as desired.

Deli Ham Breakfast All Day Tacos

Cook time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4

  • 8          soft corn tortillas
  • oil
  • 1          cup Eckrich Deli Ham Off the Bone, cubed
  • handful green bell peppers, chopped
  • handful red bell peppers, chopped
  • 8          eggs
  • 2          tablespoons milk
  • pinch salt
  • pinch pepper
  • 1/2       cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • sour cream (optional)
  • cilantro (optional)
  • salsa (optional)
  1. In pan over low heat, warm tortillas, flipping after 15 seconds. Remove. Increase heat to medium; add oil and warm ham; set aside.
  2. In same pan, saute peppers. Add eggs, milk, salt and pepper until eggs are cooked. Add cheese and ham.
  3. Spoon mixture onto tortillas. Top with sour cream, cilantro and salsa, if desired.

Source: Eckrich

Meal Ideas 15 March 2019

Fast Family Meals as Easy as 1-2-3

(Family Features) As summer comes to an end and the reality of back-to-school season sets in, it can be challenging to get organized and jump back into your day-to-day routine. But even as things get hectic, it's still possible to create delicious dishes that leave you plenty of time to savor meals together as a family using a few simple tips and tricks.

Whether the weeknight dinner rush puts you in a panic or you're simply looking to spice up the same old lunchbox staples, these three steps will make it easy to assemble quick, flavorful dishes ideal for the busy back-to-school season.

1. Plan a weekly menu and shop accordingly so you can avoid scrounging to piece together a meal from the odds and ends in the pantry on a night when you're already pressed for time. Meal planning eliminates all of the guesswork, so your family can enjoy healthy, home-cooked meals while also saving time, money and stress.

2. Rely on a versatile, easy meal-helper that lends itself to a variety of preparations, such as Smithfield Marinated Fresh Pork. Packed with protein and already seasoned with juicy, delicious flavor, it's the perfect base for any weeknight meal. For a hassle-free dinner, try Pork with Balsamic Glaze and Rosemary, which is ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish - less time than it takes the kids to finish their homework.

3. Opt for simple, flavorful dishes that don't require a ton of ingredients or multiple sides. A zesty take on a traditional favorite, this South of the Border Pizza is convenient, kid-friendly and a great way to banish lunchtime boredom. Use this recipe as a starting point then experiment with more toppings to create your own unique family recipe.

Find more family friendly and time-saving recipe ideas at Smithfield.com.

Pork with Balsamic Glaze and Rosemary

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 Smithfield Applewood Smoked Bacon Marinated Fresh Pork Loin Filet, cut into 3/4- to 1-inch thick chops
  • 1/4 cup prepared balsamic vinegar glaze
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
  1. In large, nonstick skillet, heat half the oil over medium heat.
  2. Working in two batches, cook pork chops 4-5 minutes on each side until internal temperature reaches 150 F. Remove pork from skillet and place on rimmed serving platter; cover to keep warm. Repeat with remaining oil and pork chops.
  3. Serve pork chops drizzled with balsamic glaze and sprinkled with rosemary.

South of the Border Pizza

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes

  • 2 French bread sandwich rolls, halved
  • 8 tablespoons refried black beans
  • 8 tablespoons (2 ounces) Smithfield Anytime Favorites Hickory Smoked Diced Ham
  • 8 slices pepper jack cheese
  • 4 tablespoons picante sauce
  • 4 tablespoons low-fat sour cream
  1. Heat oven to 375 F.
  2. Place four French bread halves on ungreased sheet pan. Spread 2 tablespoons beans evenly over each bread half.
  3. Top each half with 2 tablespoons ham and two cheese slices.
  4. Bake 8-10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and lightly browned.
  5. Remove from oven; top each pizza with 1 tablespoon picante sauce and 1 tablespoon sour cream.

Source: Smithfield

Meal Ideas 14 March 2019

Easy Family Meals

(Family Features) From packing lunches, to after-school snacks to dinnertime, many parents face obstacles in getting their families to eat food made with real simple ingredients that everyone can enjoy.

According to a recent survey commissioned by Hellmann's®, nearly half of all moms surveyed say they make a family meal every day and more than a third of moms surveyed say cooking dinner takes too much time.

For videos, tips and recipes go to www.Hellmanns.com or www.BestFoods.com.

Egg and Shrimp Salad with Poppy Seeds

A Bobby Flay Recipe
4 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes

  • 1/2 cup Hellmann's or Best Foods Real Mayonnaise
  • 2 medium green onions
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 3 tablespoons snipped fresh dill
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 8 medium hard-cooked eggs, peeled and coarsely chopped
  • 6 ounces cooked large shrimp or crabmeat
  1. Combine mayonnaise, green onions, lemon juice, dill, poppy seeds and mustard in large bowl with wire whisk. Stir in eggs. Gently fold in shrimp. Season, if desired, with salt and black pepper. Serve, if desired, over salad greens or on English muffins.

NOTE: If serving over greens, toss greens with fresh lemon juice, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper. If serving on bread, serve as an open-faced sandwich. Mound some salad on top of toasted bread and garnish with more fresh dill and sliced green onions.

Mini Fish Tacos

A Bobby Flay Recipe
2 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 minutes

  • 1/2 cup Hellmann's or Best Foods Real Mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup prepared salsa
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked
  • 1 large green onion, thinly sliced
  • 12 large corn tortilla chips
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (about 3 ounces)
  1. Combine mayonnaise, salsa and lime juice in medium bowl; reserve 1/2 cup. Stir tuna and green onion into remaining mayonnaise mixture just until combined. Season, if desired, with salt and pepper.
  2. Arrange chips on baking pan. Top with tuna mixture, then sprinkle with cheese. Broil 1 minute or until cheese is melted. Dollop with reserved mayonnaise mixture. Garnish, if desired, with additional green onions.
  3. Also terrific served in individual scoops for a great hand-held snack.

Chicken or Turkey Gyros

A Bobby Flay Recipe
4 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes

  • 1/4 cup coarsely grated seedless cucumber
  • 3/4 cup Hellmann's or Best Foods Light Mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated lemon peel
  • 4 whole wheat pita breads, split
  • Fresh spinach leaves, rinsed and patted dry
  • 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 pound sliced rotisserie or grilled chicken or turkey
  1. Place grated cucumber on paper towel and gently squeeze dry. (Do not skip this step or you will have a watery dressing.) Combine drained cucumbers, mayonnaise garlic, lemon juice and peel in small bowl. Season, if desired, with salt and black pepper. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  2. Spread a few tablespoons dressing inside each pita; add spinach leaves, tomatoes and chicken, then drizzle with additional dressing.

Source: Hellmann's

Meal Ideas 14 March 2019

Quick Dinner Tips

(Family Features) When your family is short on time, there's no need to shortchange them when it comes to a wholesome dinner. The key to getting dinner on the table in 30 minutes or less is to plan ahead. Here are some tips to help you do just that.

* Make a Menu. Planning your meals for the week is the best way to save time and money. Stock up on quick dinner recipes, then stock up on the ingredients you need to make them. The two recipes here bring Bob Evans Food Products' farm-fresh taste to the family table in no time.

* Plan Your Leftovers. Instead of wondering what to do with the leftovers from Monday's meal - or worse, just throwing it out - plan your menu to turn one night's leftovers into another night's dinner. Leftover rotisserie chicken can turn into spicy quesadillas. Extra meatballs can morph into meatball grinders.

* Cut Down Prep Time. Take advantage of prepared foods in your grocery store. Pre-cut veggies, pre-washed bagged salads, pre-made pizza crusts, even Bob Evans Refrigerated Mashed Potatoes - they can all come in handy and save you time. Also, think about making double batches of food - one lasagna to serve now, one to freeze for later. Roasting two chickens tonight doesn't take that much longer than one and saves you from having to do it twice.

For more fast, family-friendly recipes, visit www.bobevans.com.

Sloppy Joes

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Makes 4 servings

  • 1 pound Bob Evans Original Recipe Roll Sausage
  • 1 medium onion, chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper (optional)
  • 1 1.3 ounce envelope Sloppy Joe seasoning mix
  • 1 6-ounce can tomato paste
  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 8 sandwich buns, split and toasted
  1. In large saucepan, over medium heat crumble and cook sausage, onion and pepper until sausage is browned. Stir in seasoning mix, tomato paste and water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes. Serve on buns.

Speedy Spaghetti

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Makes 4 servings

  • 1 pound Bob Evans Original Recipe Roll Sausage
  • 1 28-ounce jar of your favorite pasta sauce
  • 1 8-ounce (minimum) package of your favorite pasta
  1. In a skillet, crumble and brown sausage over medium heat until cooked. Stir in your favorite pasta sauce and heat until warm. Cook pasta according to package directions. Serve sauce over pasta.

Source: Bob Evans Foods

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