EPICURE - Canada Day Cookout

Epicure’s Family-style Montreal Grilled Steak Prep time: 10 minutes (plus 24-hr marinating time) Cook time: 10 minutes Makes: 8 servings

CANADA DAY COOKOUT

Get in touch with your inner Canadian with a Canada Day barbecue! Grill up some Alberta beef, serve with fresh, grilled-toperfection garden vegetables, and finish off with Maple Spice Fruit Dip and fresh fruit for dessert. Pair the meal with a Canadian classic: the Caesar!

Epicure makes the quintessential Canada Day barbecue easy with Epicure’s Ultimate Canadian Collection. These versatile products highlight some of the best flavours across Canada. From Montrealinspired Steak Rub to Epicure’s essential Caesar Rim Trimmer™, this collection has it all!

Epicure’s Montreal Steak Rub contains only 75 mg sodium per serving – great flavour without the salt!

2 Tbsp (30 ml) Epicure's Montreal Steak Rub 2 Tbsp (30 ml) olive oil 2 Tbsp (30 ml) Epicure's Balsamic Vinegar 1 Tbsp (15 ml) Epicure's Mustard – your choice 2 lbs (1 kg) top sirloin steak Epicure's Sea Salt, coarsely ground, to taste Epicure's Black Pepper, coarsely ground, to taste 1. Whisk first 4 ingredients in a shallow glass baking pan.

2. Add steak, turning to coat. Cover and marinate for up to 24 hours.

3. Season with Sea Salt and Black Pepper immediately before cooking.

Cost per serving: $0.15

Epicure’s Steak Sauce Prep time: 5 minutes Makes: 2/3 cup (160 ml) 1 Tbsp (15 ml) Seasoning for Epicure's Steak Sauce ½ cup (125 ml) ketchup 2 Tbsp (30 ml) water 1 Tbsp (15 ml) molasses 1 Tbsp (15 ml) Epicure's Balsamic Vinegar 1. Whisk all ingredients together.

2. Use immediately, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Per 1 Tbsp (15 ml): Calories 20, Fat 0 g (Saturated 0 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 125 mg, Carbohydrate 5 g (Fibre 0 g, Sugars 4 g), Protein 0 g

4. Grill steak on barbecue over medium-high heat for 4 minutes per side.

5. Place cooked steak on a heated platter, cover loosely with foil and let stand 5 minutes before serving.

6. Slice thinly across the grain on the diagonal.

Per serving: Calories 290, Fat 20 g (Saturated 7 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 200 mg, Carbohydrate 3 g (Fibre 0 g, Sugars 1 g), Protein 24 g

Serving Suggestion: Serve with grilled vegetables and prepared Epicure’s Steak Sauce.

Chef Tip: Prepare the night before to allow steak time to absorb Epicure's flavourful marinade.

Cost per serving: $0.37

Epicure's Maple Spice Fruit Dip Prep time: 5 minutes Makes: 1 ½ cups (375 ml) Made with real Canadian maple sugar.

1 cup (250 ml) sour cream ½ cup (125 ml) yogurt 3 Tbsp (45 ml) Epicure's Maple Spice Fruit Dip Mix 1. Mix all ingredients together.

2. Allow to stand at least 30 minutes before serving.

Per 2 Tbsp (30 ml): Calories 50, Fat 4 g (Saturated 2.5 g, Trans 0.1 g), Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 20 mg, Carbohydrate 2 g (Fibre 0 g, Sugars 0 g), Protein 1 g

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Epicure's Classic Canadian Caesar

Epicure’s Herbs & Spices  Epicure's Montreal Steak Rub  Epicure's Balsamic Vinegar

Prep time: 5 minutes Makes: 1 serving

 Epicure's Mustard – your choice

No wonder the Caesar is considered Canada's favourite drink: we consume over 3 million Caesars every year!

1 lemon or lime wedge

 Epicure's Sea Salt  Epicure's Black Pepper

Cost per serving: $1.50

Epicure's Caesar Rim Trimmer™, to taste 4–5 ice cubes 1 ½ oz (45 ml) vodka Worcestershire sauce, a few drops Hot sauce, a few drops Clamato® juice, to taste Epicure's Sea Salt, to taste Epicure's Black Pepper, to taste Celery stalk – optional 1. Moisten rim of a tall glass with lemon or lime wedge and dip into Caesar Rim Trimmer . Rotate gently to "frost" glass rim.

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Epicure’s Grilled Summer Vegetables Prep time: 10 minutes Makes: 4–6 servings

Cook Time: 6–8 minutes

Finely chop these delicious grilled veggies for bruschetta, burger toppings and smoky salsas!

3. Add vodka, Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce.

3 Tbsp (45 ml) olive oil 1 Tbsp (15 ml) Epicure's Balsamic Vinegar

4. Fill glass with Clamato® juice and season with Sea Salt and Black Pepper.

1–2 Tbsp (15–30 ml) Epicure's Tuscan Rub

5. Garnish with a celery stalk and serve.

Epicure's Black Pepper, to taste

Serving Suggestion: A perfect accompaniment to all of your barbecue favourites.

Make it a Mocktail: Simply omit vodka.

Epicure's Sea Salt, to taste 1. Preheat barbecue to medium-high.

2. Toss vegetables with oil. Place in Epicure’s Rectangular Mesh Grilling Pan. 3. Cook for 5 minutes and then turn using Epicure’s Locking Silicone Tongs. Continue cooking to lightly char vegetables, shaking pan frequently.

4. Drizzle with Balsamic Vinegar. Liberally shake Tuscan Rub overtop and season with Sea Salt and Black Pepper. Remove from heat and serve.

Per serving: Calories 100, Fat 7 g (Saturated 1 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 5 mg, Carbohydrate 8 g (Fibre 2 g, Sugars 3 g), Protein 3 g

Creative Cooking: Use your favourite Epicure Rub instead of Tuscan Rub. Chef Tip: Other vegetables that are delicious grilled include mushrooms, eggplant, asparagus, and even green onions.

Cost per serving: $1.11

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 Epicure's Caesar Rim Trimmer™  Epicure's Tuscan Rub

Epicure’s Cookware  Epicure’s Rectangular Mesh Grilling Pan  Epicure’s Locking Silicone Tongs

2 medium zucchinis, sliced ¼” (0.6 cm) thick 1 medium onion, sliced ¼” (0.6 cm) thick

Flavour Changer: For a twist, garnish with a pickled carrot, asparagus stalk, dill pickle, or a green bean instead of celery. Make a Bold and Sassy Caesar by adding fresh or bottled horseradish or Japanese wasabi.

 Epicure's Maple Spice Fruit Dip Mix

2 bell peppers, cut into thick strips

2. Place ice cubes in glass.

Per serving: Calories 180, Fat 0 g (Saturated 0 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 880 mg, Carbohydrate 19 g (Fibre 1 g, Sugars 6 g), Protein 1 g

 Seasoning for Epicure’s Steak Sauce

Make Ahead: Grilling vegetables takes a little time, so make a big batch and enjoy for a few days as a side dish, pizza topping, in a salad or to make a rustic grilled sandwich. Perfect for pastas, omelettes and quiches.

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