EPICURE - Super Spice Menu

Epicure’s Pasta Primavera Frittata Prep time: 10 minutes Makes: 4 servings

Cook time: 25 minutes

Thanks to the high basil content, there are more antioxidants per 1 Tbsp (15 ml) prepared Pesto than in ½ cup (125 ml) chopped sweet cherries.

1 cup (250 ml) bite-sized pasta 8 eggs ¼ cup (60 ml) milk 1 tsp (5 ml) Epicure’s 3 Onion Dip Mix

Cost per serving: $0.89

1 tsp (5 ml) Epicure’s Pesto Herb Mix 1 cup (250 ml) steamed broccoli 1 tomato, diced Epicure’s Sea Salt and Epicure’s Black Pepper, to taste /₃ cup (80 ml) grated Parmesan cheese

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Super Spice Menu Herbs and spices add more than just flavour; they also have powerful health benefits. Basil has antiinflammatory and antibacterial properties; turmeric and ginger may help prevent Alzheimer’s. Garlic can combat colds and lower cholesterol, and chilies may even boost immunity. So, spice it up Canada: add a little Epicure to your life for super flavour and super health with these easy recipes!

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.

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

Epicure’s Carrot and Yam Casserole Prep time: 15 minutes Makes: 4 servings

Cook time: 25 Minutes

Cinnamon contains high levels of antioxidants (polyphenols), and is thought to help control blood sugar levels.

4 carrots, peeled and diced 1 large yam, peeled and diced ¼ cup (60 ml) maple syrup ¼ cup (60 ml) apple juice 2 ½ tsp (12.5 ml) Epicure’s Herb & Garlic Dip Mix, divided 1 Tbsp (15 ml) butter 1 tsp (5 ml) Epicure’s Cinnamon (ground) /4 cup (180 ml) breadcrumbs

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¼ cup (60 ml) melted butter 1. Preheat oven to 350° F (175° C).

2. In Epicure’s 12-cup Multi-Purpose Pot, boil carrots and yams until tender. Drain and mash.

3. Heat maple syrup, apple juice, 1 ½ tsp (7.5 ml) Herb & Garlic Dip Mix, butter and Cinnamon.

4. Combine all ingredients and spoon into a lightly buttered casserole dish.

5. For the topping, stir breadcrumbs with butter and remaining 1 tsp (5 ml) Herb & Garlic Dip Mix. Sprinkle over carrots and yams.

6. Place on Epicure’s Baking Sheet and bake for about 10 minutes, until lightly browned.

Per serving: Calories 160, Fat 6 g (Saturated 4 g, Trans 0.2 g), Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 180 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g (Fibre 4 g, Sugars 10 g), Protein 2 g

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Epicure’s Thai Chicken Satay Prep time: 10 minutes Makes: 2 servings

Epicure’s Herbs & Spices  Epicure’s 3 Onion Dip Mix  Epicure’s Pesto Herb Mix

Cook time: 5-7 minutes

 Epicure’s Sea Salt

Cost per serving: $0.75 1 Tbsp (15 ml) coconut cream 1 Tbsp (15 ml) light soy sauce 2 Tbsp (30 ml) Epicure’s Satay Seasoning 1 Tbsp (15 ml) Epicure’s Madras Curry 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into 1” (2.5 cm) strips 2 bamboo skewers, pre-soaked in water to prevent scorching 2 tsp (10 ml) vegetable oil 1 Tbsp (15 ml) light coconut milk 2 Tbsp (30 ml) honey 1. Whisk first 4 ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Add chicken, cover and marinate in refrigerator for 2–4 hours.

2. Thread chicken onto skewers.

Epicure’s Chocolate Buttermilk Cake Prep time: 20 minutes Makes: 12 servings

Cook time: 35 minutes

 Epicure’s Cinnamon (ground)  Epicure’s Satay Seasoning  Epicure’s Madras Curry  Epicure’s Pure Cocoa  Epicure’s Vanilla Extract

 Epicure’s Multi-Purpose Pot

2 ½ cups (625 ml) all-purpose flour

 Epicure’s 12” Eclipse Coated® Professional

2 tsp (10 ml) baking soda

1 tsp (5 ml) Epicure’s Cinnamon (ground) – optional

 Epicure’s Baking Sheet

½ tsp (2.5 ml) salt

Per serving: Calories 300, Fat 12 g (Saturated 4 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 780 mg, Carbohydrate 23 g (Fibre 2 g, Sugars 17 g), Protein 28 g

1 tsp (5 ml) Epicure’s Vanilla Extract

1 cup (250 ml) vegetable oil

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Frying Pan

 Epicure’s Parchment Paper  Epicure’s Cooling Rack

1 cup (250 ml) buttermilk ½ cup (125 ml) Epicure’s Pure Cocoa 2 ¼ cups (560 ml) sugar 3 eggs 1 cup (250 ml) boiling water 1. Preheat oven to 350° F (175° C).

2. In a bowl, use a fork to stir flour with baking soda, Cinnamon, if desired, and salt. In another large bowl, whisk oil with buttermilk, Pure Cocoa, sugar, eggs and Vanilla Extract.

3. Pour buttermilk mixture over flour, then pour in boiling water. Stir just until mixed (batter will be runny). Do not overbeat, or cake will be tough.

4. Divide mixture between two 9” (23 cm) pans lined with Epicure’s Parchment Paper. Bake for about 35 minutes, until toothpicks inserted in the centre of cakes come out clean.

5. Let cool in pans. Run a knife along the inside edge of pans, turn cakes out onto Epicure’s Cooling Rack and cool completely.

Per serving: Calories 320, Fat 22 g (Saturated 2.5 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 360 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g (Fibre 2 g, Sugars 1 g), Protein 6 g

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 Epicure’s Herb & Garlic Dip Mix

Thanks to the buttermilk and vegetable oil, this cake delivers a chocolate punch without all the fat and calories normally found in a similar rich dessert.

3. Place Epicure’s Eclipse® Coated Professional Frying Pan over medium heat. Add oil and chicken skewers and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until lightly golden-brown and cooked through. Add coconut milk and honey to form a glaze.

Serve warm.

Cost per serving: $3.33

 Epicure’s Black Pepper

Preparation Tip: Dust with icing sugar, or frost with your favourite chocolate icing. Try Epicure’s Chocolate Fudge Icing (find recipe online).

Nutrition Tip: Cocoa is rich in antioxidant flavonoids, which prevent cellular damage that can lead to chronic diseases.

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