Thursday, January 20, 2011

Newsletter of the week - January 17th

1.  If you are looking for something to kick off a healthy eating New Year's resolution - I am sharing Epicure's Light and Lean Meal Plan!  

It is full of EASY recipes for 400 calorie or less, balanced meals - even if you aren't looking for a kick start, some of these recipes might inspire some new breakfast, lunch or dinners on your table.  I am going to try the Whole Wheat Banana Pancake recipe this week - it looks like it has lots of good for you fiber!   I have made the Curry-in-a-Hurry recipe before and it was really good.   

Please use this link to get to the plan: 

2.  Now that I have had a chance to try out some of the new products featured in the 2011 catalogue I can report back to you on them:

     a)  Canadian Maple Kettle Popcorn Seasoning:  One word...YUMMY!  The kids agree, this one is a winner!  $7.95 a bottle
     b)  Hot Artichoke Dip Mix:  Super easy to make.  Epicure updated this product this year - it no longer has pesto in it.  This is your classic hot artichoke dip - tastes just like the restaurants.  It is also the Epicure Foundation product of the year - part of the proceeds from the sales of this item support the Epicure Foundation, a charity dedicated to supporting grassroots food security initiatives across Canada.  $7.95
    c)  Montreal Chicken Rub:  This comes in a good sized bottle for $9.95.  It was easy to use, I rubbed my chicken in olive oil and then rolled it in these spices.  WAY less salt than similar products sold at the grocery store.   
    d)  Chocolate Pudding in an Instant:  You will never ever buy chocolate pudding from the leading brands again once you do the comparison with Epicure's version.  Add milk and stir - just as easy to make but there are NO added colors or preservatives.  This is a fun way to let your kids make dessert one night.  $5.95.  
    e)  Arriba Sansel:  Very good sprinkled on just about anything you want to give a Latin taste to...including popcorn!  NO SODIUM.  $7.50
    f)  Stainless Steel Portion Scoop:  I love this kitchen tool!!  It is perfect for baking cookies and muffins...no more messy spoons.  Squeeze the handle and it releases the dough.  Love it!  $14.95
   g)  Non-stick Flipper:  Finally my non-stick pans are safe from scratching.  This is a basic tool, but I sure needed it.  (Next I am getting the silicone tongs) $7.95

3.  Don't forget these January specials:

     Herb and Garlic Dip Mix $5.95
     Seasoning for Spinach Dip 5.95
     Pesto Herb Mix $7.95
     Italian Salad Dressing Mix $7.95
     Epicure's Ultimate Light and Lean Collection (includes Beef Bouillon, Arriba Sansel, 3 Onion Dip Mix, Asian Stir Fry Seasoning, and recipe brochure) $24.95 (reg. $31.35)  

If you would like any Epicure products, I have an order going in on Wednesday that you can tag onto! 

Thank you for reading and Happy Cooking!  
Have a great week...
Kris

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