Epicure's Tomato and Bread Zuppa

Makes 4 servings

Cost Per Serving: 1.31

Ingredients

• 3 Tbsp (45 ml) olive oil, divided
• 1 tsp (5 ml) Epicure's Marinara Sauce Mix
• 1 cup (250 ml) stale bread, cut into 1" cubes
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 — 28 oz (796 ml) can stewed plum tomatoes
• 2 Tbsp (30 ml) Epicure's Margherita Sauce Mix
• 5 cups (1.25 L) prepared Epicure's Vegetable Bouillon
• Epicure's Sea Salt, to taste
• Epicure's Black Pepper, to taste
• Epicure's Crushed Chilies, to taste

Instructions

1. Combine 2 Tbsp (30 ml) of olive oil, Marinara Sauce Mix, and Crushed Chilies, if desired, in Epicure's Multi-Purpose Pot over medium heat. Stir regularly for approximately 2 minutes or until mixture becomes aromatic. Add bread cubes and cook until golden brown.
2. Remove bread from pot and set to drain on paper towel.
3. Add remaining olive oil to Pot and sauté onion until translucent. Stir in tomatoes, Margherita Sauce Mix and prepared Vegetable Bouillon. Heat to a gentle simmer.
4. Once simmering, return bread to pot, season with Sea Salt and Black Pepper, and continue simmering for approximately 20 minutes, or until all flavours are combined.
5. Remove from heat and roughly break up tomatoes and bread with potato masher. Serve warm with a drizzle of olive oil.

Per Serving : Calories 210, Fat 11 g (Saturated 1.5 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 560 mg, Carbohydrate 25 g (Fibre 6 g, Sugars 2 g), Protein 6 g.

Epicure's Chicken Cacciatore

Spicy and delicious!

Makes 8 servings

Cost Per Serving: 1.10

Ingredients

• 8 whole chicken legs
• Epicure's Sea Salt, to taste
• Epicure's Black Pepper, to taste
• 2 Tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
• 1 — 28 oz (796 ml) can diced tomatoes
• 1 — 28 oz (796 ml) can crushed tomatoes
• 2 Tbsp (30 ml) Epicure's Margherita Sauce Mix
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) olives or 1 cup (250 ml) quartered artichoke hearts - optional

Instructions

1. Season chicken legs with Sea Salt and Black Pepper.
2. Heat oil in a large Epicure’s Eclipse^® Coated Professional Frying Pan and brown chicken on both sides. Drain on paper towel and set aside. Drain extra fat from pan.
3. Add tomatoes, Margherita Sauce Mix, and if desired, olives or artichoke hearts to pan. Return chicken pieces to pan and simmer in tomato sauce for 25 minutes.

Per Serving : Calories 270, Fat 12 g (Saturated 2.5 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 270 mg, Carbohydrate 13 g (Fibre 3 g, Sugars 3 g), Protein 28 g.

Tips: Serving Suggestion: Enjoy over pasta with a green salad.

Epicure's Margherita Fish Fillets

Makes 4 servings

Cost Per Serving: 2.27

Ingredients

• 1 cup (250 ml) crushed or diced tomatoes
• 2 Tbsp (30 ml) Epicure's Margherita Sauce Mix
• 4 — 6 oz (170 g) cod fillets, or any firm white fish
• Epicure's Sea Salt, to taste
• Epicure's Black Pepper, to taste
• 1 Tbsp (15 ml) olive oil

Instructions

1. Mix together crushed tomatoes and Margherita Sauce Mix in a microwave safe dish. Microwave on high for 3 - 4 minutes, stirring every minute. Keep warm.
2. Season fish fillets with Sea Salt and Pepper. Heat Epicure's Eclipse^® Coated Frying Pan over medium heat; add olive oil and saute fish until both sides are browned and fish is just beginning to flake.
3. Place fish fillets on serving plate and top with prepared Margherita sauce.

Per Serving : Calories 290, Fat 14 g (Saturated 2 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 105 mg, Sodium 210 mg, Carbohydrate 6 g (Fibre 2 g, Sugars 0 g), Protein 35 g.

Epicure's Quick Tomato Sauce

Makes 4 servings

Cost Per Serving: 0.82

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25 - 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 Tbsp (45 ml) olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 — 28 oz (796 ml) can diced tomatoes, including juice
• 1 tsp (5 ml) Epicure's Margherita Sauce Mix
• 1 tsp (5 ml) Epicure's Pasta Seasoning
• 1 tsp (5 ml) Epicure's Focaccia Bread Spices
• Epicure's Sea Salt, to taste
• Epicure's Black Pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in Epicure's Multi-Purpose Pot. Add onion and garlic and sauté for 2 minutes.
2. Add remaining ingredients and simmer for 20 minutes.

Per Serving : Calories 160, Fat 10 g (Saturated 1.5 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 490 mg, Carbohydrate 13 g (Fibre 2 g, Sugars 8 g), Protein 2 g.

Epicure's Wild Rice with Cranberry and Orange

Wild rice is a good source of complex carbohydrates (the kind that keep you feeling fuller for longer) and vitamin B (notably niacin), important for heart health.

Makes 6 servings

Cost Per Serving: 2.41

Prep Time: 5 - 10 minutes

Cook Time: 30 - 45 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup (250 ml) wild rice
• 5 cups (1.25 L) water
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil
• 1/3 cup (80 ml) orange juice
• 1 tsp (5 ml) Epicure's Herbes Provençales
• 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) Epicure's Mint
• Epicure's Sea Salt , to taste
• Epicure's Black Pepper , to taste
• 1 cup (250 ml) Epicure's Cherries & Berries
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) pecan halves
• 1 orange, zested
• 4 green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

1. Combine wild rice with water. Bring to a boil, reduce temperature to a gentle simmer for 45 minutes. Check after 30 minutes for tenderness. Drain rice.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, Herbes Provençales, Mint, Sea Salt and Black Pepper.
3. Add rice, Cherries & Berries, pecans, orange zest and sliced green onions. Stir gently to combine and serve hot, cold or at room temperature.

Per Serving : Calories 280, Fat 9 g (Saturated 1 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 15 mg, Carbohydrate 47 g (Fibre 4 g, Sugars 21 g), Protein 2 g.

Tips: Serving Suggestion: Serve with grilled steak and steamed veggies.

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!

Epicure's Chicken Cacciatore

Spicy and delicious!

Makes 8 servings

Cost Per Serving: 1.10

Ingredients

• 8 whole chicken legs
• Epicure's Sea Salt, to taste
• Epicure's Black Pepper, to taste
• 2 Tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
• 1 — 28 oz (796 ml) can diced tomatoes
• 1 — 28 oz (796 ml) can crushed tomatoes
• 2 Tbsp (30 ml) Epicure's Margherita Sauce Mix
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) olives or 1 cup (250 ml) quartered artichoke hearts - optional

Instructions

1. Season chicken legs with Sea Salt and Black Pepper.
2. Heat oil in a large Epicure’s Eclipse^® Coated Professional Frying Pan and brown chicken on both sides. Drain on paper towel and set aside. Drain extra fat from pan.
3. Add tomatoes, Margherita Sauce Mix, and if desired, olives or artichoke hearts to pan. Return chicken pieces to pan and simmer in tomato sauce for 25 minutes.

Per Serving : Calories 270, Fat 12 g (Saturated 2.5 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 270 mg, Carbohydrate 13 g (Fibre 3 g, Sugars 3 g), Protein 28 g.

Tips: Serving Suggestion: Enjoy over pasta with a green salad.

Epicure's Lemon Dilly Chicken

Epicure’s Lemon Dilly is a great way to add a ton of flavour without the salt!

Makes 6 servings

Cost Per Serving: 1.58

Prep Time: 5 - 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
• 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup (250 ml) prepared Epicure's Chicken Bouillon
• 1 Tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice
• 1 tsp (5 ml) Epicure's Lemon Dilly Dip Mix
• Epicure's Sea Salt, to taste
• Epicure's Black Pepper, to taste
• 1 Tbsp (15 ml) Epicure's 3 Onion Dip Mix

Instructions

1. Heat oil in Epicure's Eclipse^® Coated Professional Frying Pan. Cook chicken over medium heat 3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
2. Whisk together Chicken Bouillon, lemon juice, and Lemon Dilly Dip Mix.
3. Pour over chicken. Heat to boiling, then immediately reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 10–15 minutes, or until thickest part of chicken is no longer pink.
4. Transfer chicken to a serving plate. Bring sauce back to a boil for 2 minutes, or until reduced by half. Season to taste with Sea Salt and Black Pepper. Add 3 Onion Dip Mix and pour over chicken. 

Per Serving : Calories 190, Fat 7 g (Saturated 1.5 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 140 mg, Carbohydrate 2 g (Fibre 0 g, Sugars 0 g), Protein 28 g.

Tips: Serving Suggestion: Serve with prepared Epicure’s What’s for Dinner? French Onion Soup. Also great with rice and steamed green beans or broccoli.

Epicure's Pasta Primavera Frittata

Go meatless once per week. Only 10 minutes to prep and 25 to bake for an easy weeknight meal.

Makes 4 servings

Cost Per Serving: 1.37

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup (250 ml) bite-size pasta
• 8 eggs
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk
• 1 tsp (5 ml) Epicure's 3 Onion Dip Mix
• 1 tsp (5 ml) Epicure's Pesto Herb Mix
• 1 cup (250 ml) steamed broccoli
• 1 tomato, diced
• Epicure's Sea Salt , to taste
• Epicure's Black Pepper, to taste
• 1/3 cup (80 ml) grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. In Epicure's Multi-Purpose Pot, cook pasta according to package directions.
2. Preheat oven to broil.
3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, 3 Onion Dip Mix and Pesto Herb Mix. Stir in pasta, broccoli and tomato. Season with Sea Salt and Black Pepper. Set aside.
4. Lightly spray Epicure’s large Eclipse^® Coated Professional Frying Pan with vegetable oil and heat over medium heat. Pour egg mixture into pan, stirring with a heat-resistant spatula for 1 minute.
5. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 6–8 minutes. The sides and bottom should be firm, and the top slightly runny.
6. Sprinkle with Parmesan and place under the broiler for 3 minutes. Cut into wedges and serve.

Thanks to the high basil content, 1 Tbsp (15 ml) prepared Epicure's Pesto contains more antioxidants than 1/2 cup (125 ml) chopped sweet cherries.

Per Serving : Calories 330, Fat 15 g (Saturated 5 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 500 mg, Sodium 350 mg, Carbohydrate 26 g (Fibre 2 g, Sugars 3 g), Protein 23 g.

Maple Bacon Sea Salt Gets a Makeover!

This Just In: 

Maple Bacon Sea Salt is getting a makeover!
No need for stilettos – Maple Bacon Sea Salt stands tall in a glass jar that conceals nothing.
Eyes will feast on 30% more salty, sweet, and savoury goodness. An easy-to-shake cap
completes the ensemble.

Maple Bacon Sea Salt’s OLD outfit:
Code: 2564
Container: Dredger
Weight: 157 g
Price: $12.99

Maple Bacon Sea Salt’s NEW outfit:
Code: 2565
Container: Glass jar (with flip-top shaker lid, just like our Rubs)
Weight: 211 g
Price: $11.99
See the new look in an addendum that replaces page 31 in our September–December/2012 Catalogue. Find it on My Epicure Learning Centre/Product Knowledge. We'll be switching over to NEW packaging, price and code soon. Watch the Product Alert section on the My Epicure landing page for the update.

Thank-you for choosing us to be YOUR demonstrators!

Tammy J. Wilson ~ J. James Edwards

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Recipe Share: Sarah's Spiced Pumpkin Seeds

I finally got around to disecting and baking this year's pumpkin. It had already been spared the jack-o-lantern phase given the busy couple of weeks, but we just couldn't let the chance pass by to do up this year's batch of seeds..  

I went looking for recipes (another annual tradition it seems) and found this one on our Epicure Recipe Collection.  James looked at me rather oddly when I suggested putting sugar on his pumpkin seeds..  that made me laugh..   but it would certainly be something different.. 

We have a friend dropping off a couple more pumpkins sometime today so we'll have an opportunity to try a couple of different things.  Thought maybe some of our Epicurious friends might have some ideas..   

How do you do YOUR seeds?  I'd love to hear your recipes.  Send them to us at feedmeepicure@gmail.com  or post them in comments here!  

Cheers!  

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Ever wonder what to do with all those pumpkin seeds? Try this delicious option.

Makes 6 servings

Cost Per Serving: 0.28

Ingredients

• 1 cup (250 ml) pumpkin seeds, rinsed and dried
• 2 Tbsp (30 ml) sugar, divided
• 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) Epicure's Pumpkin Pie Spice
• 1/4 tsp (1.25 ml) Epicure's Sea Salt, coarsely ground
• 1 Tbsp (15 ml) vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 250° F (120° C).
2. Spread pumpkin seeds on Epicure's Baking Sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in oven, stirring often until dry and slightly golden.
3. In a mixing bowl, mix 2 tsp (10 ml) sugar with Pumpkin Pie Spice and Sea Salt. Set aside.
4. Heat oil in Epicure's Eclipse^® Coated Professional Frying Pan over medium-high heat. Add toasted pumpkin seeds and remaining sugar, stirring constantly with wooden spoon until sugar is dissolved (about 45 seconds).
5. Using a heat resistant spatula, scrape seeds into spice mixture, stirring well to coat. Spread out on a parchment-lined baking sheet and cool before storing.

Per Serving (1/4 cup (60 ml)) : Calories 90, Fat 4.5 g (Saturated 0.5 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 20 mg, Carbohydrate 10 g (Fibre 1 g, Sugars 4 g), Protein 2 g.

Tips: May be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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Tammy J. Wilson ~ J. James Edwards

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