Viva Fiesta - Aug/Sept '12 Edition

¡VIVA FIESTA! August/September 2012

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Great Recipes Inside!

• Chicken and Sesame Seed Balls • Lemony Avocado Dressing • Breakfast Banana Power Boost

Cover Recipe — Chocolate Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches with Toffee (Page 4)

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Summer Delights Bar Harbor Bar Harbor stocks are made from flavorful fish, seafood, and simple, all-natural ingredients. It’s as close to “fresh off the docks” as you can get without being there. No preservatives, No MSG ever! Seafood, Fish, Clam and Lobster. (15 oz.)

Kitchens of India Ready for an authentic Indian meal at home?

Kitchens of India entrées provide you with wholesome and balanced meals in just a few minutes.

Ready to eat, just heat on the stove top or in microwave and serve. Dal Bukhara, Palak Paneer, Pav Bahji or Pinda Chana. (10 oz.) $3.09

Twinings Bedtime Blend is a comforting herbal tea made with soothing camomile, cooling spearmint and the subtle flavour of lemongrass to deliver a relaxing tea with a warm, inviting aroma and smooth, mellow taste. Bedtime Blend, Herbal Assortment and more. (20 ct.) $2.99

Tastes of the World Chicken and Sesame Seed Balls INGREDIENTS

7 oz. chicken breast, cubbed

1 oz. pistachio nuts, finely chopped

1 clove of garlic

Salt and pepper to taste

1 large egg white

4 Tbsp. sesame seeds

1 inch piece of root ginger, peeled and grated

4 Tbsp. International Collection Toasted Sesame Oil

1 tsp. corn flour DIRECTIONS

Put the chicken, garlic, egg white, grated ginger and corn flour in a food processor and blend to a smooth paste. Stir in the pistachio nuts and season with salt and pepper. Roll into balls and coat with sesame seeds. Heat the wok over medium heat and add the Toasted Sesame Oil. Stir-fry chicken balls until golden, about 10 minutes. Serve with salad. Serves 3.

International Collection A mouth-watering oil for every occasion. International Collection Oils offer the home chef great tasting, first class quality oils that can be used to add flavor to any dish. Try Grapeseed, Flax-seed, Toasted Sesame, Almond and Walnut (8.45 oz.)

Mushrooms and Peppers Italian Braswell’s If you’re from the South and enjoy top-quality condiments, chances are you know the Braswell’s name. Good chance, too, that your mouth is already beginning to water a little.

Their carafe dressings come in slim, versatile, reusable bottles. Vidalia Onion & Summer Tomato, Peach Vanilla, Balsamic Herb Vinaigrette and more.

(9 oz.)

INGREDIENTS

¼ cup Colavita Extra Virgin Olive Oil

¾ tsp. salt

1 lb. fresh mushrooms, cleaned and sliced

⅛ tsp. freshly ground black pepper

2 large green bell peppers, seeded and sliced into ½ inch strips

⅛ tsp. dried oregano

1 medium onion, halved and sliced

⅛ tsp. dried basil

2 large tomatoes, peeled and sliced

⅛ tsp. garlic powder

DIRECTIONS

Fiesta Party Trays Beat the hunger at your next gathering with mouth-watering deli trays from Fiesta. Our hearty Deluxe Meat Tray beats even the strongest appetites, and you can round off the triple play with our delicious Cheese Trays and Vegetable Trays. Order yours today!

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In a large skillet heat the oil; add the mushrooms, peppers and onions; sautée until mushrooms are golden. Add tomatoes and seasonings; stir gently. Cover and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serves 6.

Colavita Since the inception of the Colavita family brand, product quality has been the company’s top priority. Their Extra Virgin Olive Oil is coldpressed from the best fruit of the olive tree, using natural juice squeezed from Italian olives one day after the harvest. A true Italian. (1 L)

Back to School Spread the Love Lemony Avocado Dressing INGREDIENTS

2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted

1 Tbsp. minced shallot

¹⁄ cup Earth Balance® Made with ³ Olive Oil MindfulMayo™

Juice and zest from one lemon

1 Tbsp. white wine or rice wine vinegar

1 tsp. sugar Salt and black pepper, to taste

Rickland Orchards These bars have a delicious yogurt covered bottom and are a nutritious snack on the go or as an after school treat. They are made with honeyroasted granola and real fruit and are dipped in authentic strained Greek yogurt. Apple & Honey, Toasted Coconut, Blueberry Açai and more. (1.41 oz.) 2 for $3.00

DIRECTIONS

Place first six ingredients in a blender or food processor and pulse to mix until smooth. Adjust seasonings to taste. Add salt and black pepper.

Refrigerate until ready to use. Allow to sit at room temperature 5 minutes before serving. Spread on your favorite sandwich. Serves 4.

Earth Balance So let us get this straight: You love using mayo on your sandwiches, as a dressing and in a bunch of your favorite recipes, but the stuff mayo’s made of doesn’t agree with you? Problem solved. Dollop, mix and smear your way to spread-happy euphoria with this light, tangy, 100% plantbased MindfulMayo® Dressing and Sandwich Spread.

Original and Made with Olive Oil. (16 oz.) $3.49 CLIF Good food provides health, joy and energy, and is a delight to the senses. And food, made right, can make the world a better place. That’s why CLIF uses organic ingredients in all their products. Enjoy a Crunch or Mojo Bar as a pick me up snack or pack a Kid Z Bar in your kid’s lunch bag. You’ll feel good about eating them. Crunch, Kid Z Bar, Mojo and more.

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Barbara’s When the whole family roars for a sweet snack, have the best-tasting and most natural cookies around.

Barbara’s Snackimals are made with the highest quality ingredients and they keep all the nostalgia of your favorite animal cookies without all the artificial flavors, colors, preservatives, or trans fats.

Oatmeal (Elephant) and Peanut Butter (Tiger).

(2 oz.) 99¢ (7.5 oz.) $4.29

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Nongshim Today, instant noodles are no longer considered merely an alternative meal; they have become an independent food source. Ready in just minutes, they are the perfect snack for your kids or a quick meal for your busy lifestyle. Hot & Spicy, Kimchi Bowl and more. (3.3 oz.) 69¢ Glutenfreeda If you’re looking for some great tasting gluten-free products, look no further than Glutenfreeda. And, with the first hand-held gluten-free pizza wrap, how can you go wrong when serving it to your kids? They’ll love them. Burritos in Chicken & Cheese (4 oz.) $3.19 and Pizza Wraps in Three Cheese and Pesto Chicken. (4 oz.) $3.39

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Available at Selected Houston Stores. See Store for Details.

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Let’s Keep Grilling Summer grilling is a way of life here in Texas and Fiesta can help you be the hero from start to finish on your grilling day. From the freshest meats, veggies and desserts, Fiesta has it all for your gathering. Did you know that August is Ice Cream Month? Check out the best ice cream sandwich recipe on the right side column. You and your kids will be licking your fingers once you finish one of these treats.

Chocolate Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches with Toffee

Fiesta’s Meat Department Are you grilling outside with your friends or tailgating at your favorite soccer game? Well then, bring on the chicken because it’s National Chicken Month! How about a few beer can chickens or some barbecued chicken or even wings. Heck, our free range chickens are so good you can make them every way you want. Just season it with some love and baste it with some care and your chicken will be the talk of the town. Or what about a Texas size feast with short ribs, spare ribs and baby back ribs? Fiesta’s Meat Department has everything you need for your backyard BBQ.

Cookies: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Sift flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt into a bowl. Combine butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl; cream together with an electric mixer until fluffy. Add egg, milk and vanilla, and beat until smooth. Add flour mixture and mix until combined. Stir in chocolate chips. Scoop a heaping tablespoonfuls of dough and roll into 1½ inch balls. Place balls on baking sheets 3 inches apart (you’ll have about 8 balls per sheet). Bake until dry on top, 13 to 15 minutes. Let cool on wire racks. Sandwiches: Soften ice cream to room temperature for 5 minutes. Place a scoop of ice cream between 2 cookies. Squeeze until ice cream reaches the sides. Roll sides into toffee and chocolate chips. Place sandwiches on a baking sheet, cover with plastic and freeze until firm, at least 1 hour. Makes 8 sandwiches.

INGREDIENTS

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 large egg

6 Tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder 1 Tbsp. whole milk ½ tsp. baking soda

1 tsp. vanilla extract

½ tsp. salt

1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

1¼ sticks unsalted butter, softened

2 pints ice cream (any flavor)

1 cup sugar

1 cup semisweet chocolate chips for sides

DIRECTIONS

1 cup toffee chuncks for sides

A grilling party wouldn’t be complete without an assortment of chips, sodas and beer. Fiesta has a great selection of all of them. So gather up your friends and have some fun.

As always, Fiesta’s Marinated Meats are a huge hit with any crowd. With the unique taste of our spices and Valentina Hot Sauce, you will please everyone, even the kids. Try our marinated fajitas, ribs and chicken.

Fiesta’s World Class Bakery When the sweet tooth sets in, pick up any delightful treat at Fiesta’s World Class Bakery. Start with some freshly baked cupcakes for the kiddos or a tres leches cake, it’s easy to impress your friends at any gathering. You can personalize any cake for any occasion or pick one up right off the shelf. Either way, it’ll be the freshest cake you’ve had.

Make your hot dogs and hamburgers the best they’ve ever been when you serve them on rich and buttery hot dog and hamburger buns that are baked fresh just for you.

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Assortment of Chips…Wow Chips are not just small potatoes. Fiesta carries a variety of chips made from corn, plantains, hummus, lentils, rice and assorted root vegetables.

And the flavors range from classic, bbq, sea salt, vinegar, chipotle lime, cracked pepper and more.

Sodas Not just a cola, but a variety of flavors. Shasta and Fiesta alone include cola, root beer, black cherry, lemon lime, creme and tiki punch to quench your thirst this hot summer.

Beer Fiesta carries a vast variety of domestic as well as imported brews from Mexico, Germany, Poland, Jamaican, England, Belgium and Russia. And Locally Handcrafted Beers and Ales from Texas are just what you should have on-hand at your outdoor gathering – at selected Fiesta stores.

September is Wine Month The World’s Largest Rooster At the turn of the 20th century, HRM (His Royal Majesty) Rex Goliath was the treasured attraction of a Texas circus. People came from far and wide to behold the 47 lb. bird, billed as the “World’s Largest Rooster.” Our label replicates the one-of-a-kind vintage artwork from the circus banner that hung above Rex’s roost, and we proudly honor Rex with our premium varietal wines. Our wines are a tribute to Rex’s larger-than-life personality, with big, fruit-forward flavors that are sure to please. In essence, Rex is all about letting that robust California fruit express itself in an easy-to-drink, worry-free fashion. Enjoy!

Featured Winery – Rex Goliath Rex Goliath Moscato Rex Goliath Free Range White Rex Goliath Free Range Red Rex Goliath White Zinfandel Rex Goliath Malbec

California California California California California

Wines for Labor Day Sutter Home Moscato Arbor Mist Sangria Chocovine Flip Flop Sweet Red Ménage à Trois Red Cupcake Piedmonte Moscato Cavit Pinot Grigio

California California Holland California California California Italy

Wines for Hispanic Heritage Month Torres Gran Sangre de Toro Real Sangria Campo Viejo Crianza Cristalino Brut Faustino VII Rioja Massimo Rioja Montecillo Crianza

Spain Spain Spain Spain Spain Spain Spain

Box Wines Black Box Malbec Bota Box Chardonnay Seven Red Wine Fish Eye Pinot Grigio Corbett Canyon Cabernet Sauvignon

Argentina California Spain California California

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International Celebrations International Flavors to Celebrate Fiesta is your international store bringing you the products you want from around the world to help you create a rich cultural menu for global celebrations. Come in to Fiesta and see for yourself.

Pakistani and Indian Independence Pakistan and India celebrate independence August 14 and 15. This year gather your friends and family to commemorate with homemade Indian dishes. Fiesta has everything you need to create your favorites with ready-to-cook Pinda Chana or Palak Paneer, ready-to-eat Somosas or Aloo Tikki and a variety of curry sauces, basmati rice, chutneys and more to create a feast that is to your taste.

Hispanic Heritage Month Hispanic Heritage Month starts on September 15 celebrating the contributions of Americans of Spanish, Mexican, Caribbean and Latin American heritage. This expansive and diverse region certainly provides robust, flavorful and inventive cuisine that abounds with vegetables, fruits, meats, fish and more.

Fiesta has all the authentic ingredients you need to satisfy your Latin American appetite. From salsas to hearty stews, exclusive La Vaca Feliz Cheese to tortillas made fresh in the store, we make your life a Fiesta!

Oktoberfest Oktoberfest starts on September 22. Shop our international aisles for traditional German egg pastas, dark rye breads, German cabbage, mustards, sauerkraut, potato pancakes and more to complement your German style sausages from Chappell Hill or Kountry Boys – made locally here in the Texas Hill Country. You will also find sweet treats from Germany from Hans Frietag or Bahlsen. Plus, the Fiesta Deli Department has traditional Beerkase, Black Forest or Westphalian Ham and delicious German cheeses. And of course, no Oktoberfest is complete without raising your stein brimming with legendary imported German beers including Becks, St. Pauli Girl, Spaten or a beer with Bavarian flavor brewed locally in Texas at the Spoetzl Brewery – Shiner Boch. Available in selected FIesta stores.

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Fiesta’s Produce Department From Apples to Zucchini, Fiesta understands the importance of your family eating well whatever the season. We offer high quality, seasonally rotated fresh fruits and vegetables in Fiesta’s Produce Department with special emphasis on Locally Grown Texas products. Now is the time to enjoy this bounty with in-season eggplant, grapes, green beans, okra, pears, and sweet peppers and chiles. Celebrate the Hatch Chile this August and September while at its peak. Fiesta provides you with an international variety of fresh produce choices for your table.

How To Roast Chiles You can roast chiles under medium-high heat in the broiler, on a very hot grill, over open fire, on the stove top or in the oven. For the stove top method it is helpful to use a metal chile roasting rack placed over the open flame or electric element. Place the chiles onto the rack and keep the flame or electric element on medium.

Prepare chiles – Wash chiles with cold water and dry thoroughly.

Prepare heat – Get the heat source ready. Pre-heat oven to 450°F, broiler or grill, get fire ready or place the metal steamer over the open flame of a stove top.

Char chiles – Place cleaned chiles under or over the heat and turn every few minutes or so until the skin is blackened. The entire chile will not be completely black, but it should be charred about 60%. It should take about 10 minutes on a grill or under the broiler or about 30-45 minutes in a 450°F oven .

Remove from heat – Carefully remove the charred chilies from the heat source. Tongs are helpful for this.

Sweating and cooling the chiles – Place the roasted chiles into a large stainless steel or glass mixing bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap – or – place roasted chiles into large zip-lock bags and seal tightly. Place them into the refrigerator until they are cooled.

Peeling and removing seeds – Peel all of the skin off of the roasted chiles with your fingers and discard. Next, pull the stem of the with your hands…the seed pod will come out quite easily. Split the roasted chiles with a sharp knife or with your hands. Remove all seeds and discard.

Preparing roasted chiles for cooking – Chop or dice the roasted chiles and they are ready to cook with.

Storing roasted chiles – At this point you can store the roasted chiles, whole or chopped, in two zip-lock bags. Fill the zip-lock bags, press lightly to remove ALL the air, seal completely and place into a second zip-lock bag, pressing ALL the air out. Store in the freezer for up to one year.

Provided by Chef Timothy Mehne

Say Yes to Healthy Foods Boost Your Energy Breakfast Banana Power Boost

Keeping your family and yourself well is important and Fiesta’s Natural Health & Wellness Department helps keep you healthy from the inside out with Super Fruit and Protein Drinks, Natural

INGREDIENTS

1 cup Vanilla Almond Breeze Almondmilk

and Organic Soups, Grains and Snacks, Mineral and Herbal

1 Tbsp. protein powder

Supplements, and Natural Body Care products. Come see

2 tsp. honey

what Fiesta has in store for you, naturally!

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1 ripe banana, peeled 2 ice cubes

Lifeway No matter who you are or how busy your life is, BioKefir™ provides you with the best nutrition in one delicious beverage. With more than 20 billion units of probiotic activity in each bottle, it contains twice the amount of probiotic power found in regular Kefir. Pomegranate/Blueberry, Black Cherry and Vanilla. (3.5 oz./4 ct.) $3.39 everyday low price

DIRECTIONS

Blend Almond Breeze with remaining ingredients until smooth. Serves 1.

Blue Diamond With less than 1/3 the calories of milk and lactose free, Almond Breeze is more of what you want and less of what you don’t. Chill it and it’s ready to pour in a glass, over cereal, or into your favorite recipe.

Your kids will love the almond taste! Sweetened and Unsweetened in Original, Vanilla and Chocolate.

(32 oz.) $2.29 Tahiti Traders Nourish and revitalize yourself with the most natural “Super” Juices from Tahiti Traders. Improve your health and look great inside and out and know that your body is getting good nutrition while you drink it. Make it a part of your everyday life. Organic “Super” Juices in Açai (32 oz.) $22.99 and Maqui (12 oz.) $15.49

Liberté Manufactured in the purest Mediterranean tradition, this opulent line of yogurts is especially popular for its thick and rich taste. Made from milk and cream, you can feel good if you develop a healthy addiction to it. Wild Blueberry, Pineapple, Peach Passion and more. (6 oz.)

5 for $5.00 everyday low price

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Angie’s Artisan Treats This all natural sea salt popcorn is delish and nutrish. It is whole grain and gluten free with real food ingredients you can count on one hand and only 35 calories per cup. You can honestly feel good about eating this snack and letting your family enjoy it.

BOOMCHICKAPOP Sea Salt. (5 oz.) $1.89

Eternal Water Eternal Artesian water is pure and pristine. It comes from protected underground springs. Its voyage takes it through layers of volcanic rock and sandstone to a vast aquifer. These layers of rock and sandstone provide a natural barrier from any environmental pollutants providing a pure and uncontaminated source.

Refresh your body with the goodness of Eternal Water. (1.5L) $1.89. Also available in (20.2 oz. and 33.8 oz.)

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Join renowned cooking instructors as they teach you how to prepare exquisite specialties.

They’ll also share their secrets for quick and easy preparation and flawless presentation.

From down home cookin’ to upscale gourmet, you’ll find a culinary adventure for every lifestyle.

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August 9 – Welcome Cookbook Author Dorothy Huang back to the Fiesta Culinary School as she shows us how to “Grill ‘n Entertain Chinese Style”. Learn how to prepare Fresh Spring Rolls Filled with Grilled Steak and Fresh Herbs with Hoisin Peanut Sauce, Sweet & Sour Grilled Shrimp, Chinese Vegetables with Star Anise Infused Dressing and Combination Fried Rice. Don’t miss this fun hands-on class with Dorothy – sign up now!

August 23 – Chef and Cookbook Author Terry Conlan returns with some great summer kabob ideas. He will be sharing how to make “It On A Stick” with Chilled Plum and Pomegranate Soup, Grilled Thai Shrimp Skewers with Spicy Peanut

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Sauce and an Eggplant, Tomato and Basil Salad, Grilled Pork Loin Skewers with Peach BBQ Sauce and a Corn Salad, Grilled Lamb Skewers with Cucumber & Yogurt Sauce and Tabouli, and Fresh Strawberry and Watermelon Ice. Register today to “savor” your seat!

August 30 – It’s “Hatch Chile Season” and Chef Tim Mehne is back by popular demand with some great ways to enjoy this hot item in a variety of dishes. Join Chef Tim and learn how to prepare Hatch Green Chile Salsa, New Mexican Green Chile & Pork Stew, Posole with Hatch Green Chiles and Tips on How to Roast Chiles and more. Sign up today to reserve your seat.

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September 20 – Culinary Instructor Elizabeth Escobedo celebrates Hispanic Heritage with a menu that spans several countries. These “Antojitos” or Small Bites from Latin America include Cucumber-Lime Agua Fresca (Mexico), Cheese Arepas Corn Griddlecakes (Colombia), Beef Empanadas (Argentina), Mixed Fruits with Jicama, Chile and Lime (Mexico) and GuavaCheese Flan (Cuba). Reserve your seat today for this cultural adventure.

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