Epicure's Nacho Cheese Beef Burger

Epicure Nacho Cheese Beef Burgers

Try these burgers with Epicure Sweet & Spicy Mustard. Make extra and freeze for easy dinners next week.

Makes 4 Servings

Cost Per Serving: 3.28

Prep Time: 22 minutes

Cook Time: 8 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef
• 2 Tbsp (30 ml) Epicure Nacho Cheese Dip Seasoning
• 1 cup (250 ml) breadcrumbs
• 2 - 3 Tbsp (30 - 45 ml) Epicure Seasoning for Burgers
• 1 egg
• 4 slices partly skimmed mozzarella cheese
• 4 whole-wheat hamburger buns

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine beef, Nacho Cheese Dip Seasoning, breadcrumbs, Seasoning for Burgers, and egg.
2. Use your hands to thoroughly mix the ingredients. The mixture should hold together well, but not be sticky. Chill mixture in fridge for 15 minutes. Divide mixture into 4 one-quarter lb (113 g) portions (try using Epicure Burger Press).
3. Heat Epicure Eclipse^® Coated Professional Frying Pan over medium-low heat. Cook each patty 4–6 minutes per side (flip patties, then top with mozzarella), until no longer pink in centre and the patties are slightly browned.
4. Spread your choice of condiment on buns and top with lettuce, onion or tomato.

Per Serving : Calories 310, Fat 6 g (Saturated 1.5 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 105 mg, Sodium 490 mg, Carbohydrate 29 g (Fibre 5 g, Sugars 5 g), Protein 33 g.

Tips: Serving Suggestion: Serve with a veggie platter and prepared Epicure Dip.

Prep Tip: Make patties ahead of time and freeze individually for easy cooking.

Epicure's Marinara Shepherd’s Pie

Marinara Sauce is rich in lycopenes – thanks to the tomatoes – which is a powerful antioxidant offering cancer protection properties.

Makes 8 servings

Cost Per Serving: 2.19

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour

Ingredients

• 3 lbs (1.5 kg) potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 1 1/2 lbs (675 g) lean ground beef or turkey
• 2 Tbsp (30 ml) Epicure's French Onion Dip Mix
• 2 Tbsp (30 ml) Epicure's Beef & Steak Seasoning
• 1 cup (250 ml) prepared Epicure's Marinara Sauce
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) prepared Epicure's Gravy
• 1 1/2 cups (375 ml) frozen mixed vegetables
• Epicure's Black Pepper, to taste
• 2 Tbsp (30 ml) Epicure's Herb & Garlic Dip Mix
• 3/4 cup (180 ml) buttermilk

Instructions

1. Boil potatoes in salted water until tender in Epicure's Pasta Pot.
2. Pre-heat oven to 350° F (175° C).
3. Meanwhile, cook meat in Epicure's large Eclipse^® Coated Professional Frying Pan until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
4. Stir in French Onion Dip Mix and Beef & Steak Seasoning.
5. Stir in Marinara Sauce, Gravy and vegetables. Bring to a boil and season with Black Pepper. Spoon into a 9” x 13” (23 cm x 33 cm) casserole dish and set aside.
6. Drain potatoes and mash. Stir in Herb & Garlic Dip Mix and buttermilk. Spoon onto meat mixture.
7. Bake for 45 minutes, or until potatoes are slightly golden.

Per Serving : Calories 410, Fat 13 g (Saturated 5 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 240 mg, Carbohydrate 42 g (Fibre 6 g, Sugars 4 g), Protein 31 g.

Tips: Serving Suggestion: Serve with an in-season side salad and prepared Epicure`s Dressing.

Epicure's Marinara Stuffed Peppers

Layers of flavour make these stuffed peppers an Epicure favourite.

Makes 4 servings

Cost Per Serving: 2.67

Prep Time: 10 - 15 minutes

Cook Time: 35 - 40 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 medium bell peppers
• 1 lb (450 g) extra lean ground beef
• 1 Tbsp (15 ml) vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) diced carrot
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) diced onion
• 1 Tbsp (15 ml) Epicure’s Seasoning for Pizza Oven Fries
• 2 cups (500 ml) prepared Epicure’s Marinara Sauce Mix, divided
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) cooked rice
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) raisins

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375 °F (190 °C).
2. For stuffed pepper halves, cut peppers in half lengthwise and gently remove pith and seeds.
3. For stuffed whole peppers, cut tops from peppers and gently remove pith and seeds. Dice pepper tops and mix with carrot and onion.
4. In Epicure’s Eclipse^® Coated Professional Frying Pan, cook beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat. Remove from pan and set aside.
5. In the same pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add vegetables and Seasoning for Pizza Oven Fries and cook for 5 minutes. Add beef. Stir in 1/2 cup (250 ml) Marinara Sauce and remaining ingredients.
6. Spoon mixture into peppers. Place in shallow baking dish and pour remaining Marinara Sauce around peppers.
7. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 30-40 minutes.

Use brown rice to add fill-you-up-fast fibre. 

Per Serving : Calories 330, Fat 9 g (Saturated 2 g, Trans 0.5 g), Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Carbohydrate 37 g (Fibre 6 g, Sugars 15 g), Protein 26 g.

Tips: Serving Suggestion: Serve with a side salad and prepared Epicure’s Dressing.

Super Spice Tip: 1 tsp (5 ml) of Epicure's Cinnamon has more antioxidants than 1/2 cup (125 ml) of blueberries.

Epicure's Everyday Meatloaf

Home comfort in a pan. Make this versatile recipe your own by tailoring it to your family's favourite flavours!

Makes 8 servings

Cost Per Serving: 1.48

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) skim milk
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) dry breadcrumbs
• 3 Tbsp (45 ml) Epicure's Seasoning for Meatloaf
• 2 lbs (1 kg) lean ground beef, chicken or turkey
• Epicure's Sea Salt, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375° F (190° C).
2. Whisk eggs and milk in a large bowl. Stir in breadcrumbs and Seasoning for Meatloaf.
3. Add meat and Sea Salt, and mix well.
4. Press mixture into a lightly greased 9” x 5” (23 cm x 13 cm) loaf pan.
5. Bake approximately 1 hour 10 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160° F (71° C). (Note: 165° F (74° C) is recommended for ground chicken or turkey.)
6. Drain excess fat and let rest on counter 5 – 10 minutes before slicing.

Fill up on fibre! Use oats, bran or whole-grain breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs. Add a sprinkling of ground flax or wheat germ for good measure.

Per Serving (beef option) : Calories 360, Fat 20 g (Saturated 8 g, Trans 0.5 g), Cholesterol 150 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Carbohydrate 4 g (Fibre 1 g, Sugars 1 g), Protein 39 g.

Tips: Time Saver: Divide this and any Epicure's meatloaf recipe between 3 Epicure's Silicone Mini-Loaf Pans. Bake 35–40 minutes for 2-person portions, or freeze for an easy meal any time!