Dish! - 2015 Issue 4

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FOODSERVICE SOLUTIONS BY MARTIN BROS. DISTRIBUTING 2015 • ISSUE 4

STEAK CLAIM YOUR

Sweet Potato Inspiration | 11

Boost Your Success | 14

FOR RESTAURANTS & HEALTHCARE

Don’t miss the chance to mingle with vendor partners and culinary chefs as we take our education and product showcase on the road.

4 New Items

4/8 4/22 4/23 4/29 6/3 6/4

4 Trend Ideas 4 Culinary Demonstrations 4 Recipe & Serving Suggestions 4 Item Sampling FOR HEALTHCARE

Altoona, IA Eau Claire, WI Owatonna, MN South Sioux City, NE Madison, WI Neenah, WI

Basics to Brilliance

In honor of Martin Bros.’ 75th Diamond Anniversary, hear how to inspire brilliance by focusing on the four C’s of a sparkling dining program.

COMPETENCY t CUISINE t CUSTOMER SERVICE t COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE

COME & TASTE TRENDY NEW ITEMS

NEW

Trinity Cocktail Sauce Made With Chef-Ready Trinity Vegetable Puree (572430)

NEW

NEW

Frank’s®RedHot® Sriracha Chili Sauce

Chef Pierre® Key Lime with Mango Passion Fruit Luxe Layers® Pie (995508)

NEW

Bent Arm Ale® Beer Battered Sidewinders™ (999590)

Find more information and register at:

info.martinsnet.com/taste or contact Julie Halfpop at jhalfpop@martinsnet.com / 515-238-7295

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MARTIN BROS. DISTRIBUTING

Steak Your Claim

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Steak 101

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CULINARY CONCEPTS

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1 INGREDIENT 3 WAYS

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HOT DISH!

11

MARKETING MANAGER Angie Dark VENDOR MARKETING COORDINATOR Krystle Kettman

What’s So Sweet?

11

CATEGORY MARKETING MANAGERS Angie Destival, Julie Podhaski, Steve Krivachek, Roxanne Hassman, Natalea Koehn, Rod Stewart, Vince Barkhoff DIETITIANS Julie Halfpop, Stacy Mason, Mary Sell, Renee Greiner, Christine Link, Christy Edwards, Gretchen Robinson, Katie Wulkow, Kyndra Hamblin

HEALTH & WELLNESS Sweet Potato Info & Ideas

12 SCHOOLS

Norpac Vegetable Ideas

Top 10 Ways to Keep Your Establishment Clean

MANAGING EDITOR

DIRECTOR OF MERCHANDISING Jennifer Meinders

Greater Omaha Choice Beef

& SUPPLIES 14 EQUIPMENT

Krystle Kettman EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Diane Chandler

Steak 101 Products & Recipes

Mother’s Day & Cinco de Mayo Specials

Claim your foodservice success, and keep going!

Look to incorporate new items throughout your menu. Look to enhance the ambiance and cleanliness of your facility. Look at the trends for your overall industry – restaurant, convenience or retail store, healthcare facility or school.

Figure out what you can do to stand out in foodservice. Martin Bros. has a team full of dedicated and experienced individuals who can help. From corporate chefs to product specialists, industry specialists, sales representatives, dieticians and marketing professionals, we’ll help you steak your claim!

C-STORE & RETAIL SPECIALISTS Bonnie Davis, Craig DeHoet, Denise Funk, Don Wallace

Cleaning to Boost Success

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16 SENIOR LIVING

MEDICAL SUPPLIES SPECIALISTS Tim Glenn, Deb Elings, Becky Eighmey EQUIPMENT & SUPPLY SPECIALISTS Mary Schott, Bobbi Bowden, Rick Moser, Mario Mery, Kam Miller CULINARY Scott Fadden, Steve Tiezzi, Doug Voss, John Smith

Trends

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Jeff Sadler, Allyn Slack, Rob Swiatly, Angie Dark, Brittany Skellenger, Bill Pendry PHOTOGRAPHY Rob Swiatly

Senior Living Trends

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INTERACTIVE DESIGN SPECIALIST Bill Pendry Martin Bros. reserves the right to correct all printing errors.

STEAK 101 Cooking Tips

No matter what technique you use – grilling, flat top, pan fry or broil – there are a few tips that will make your steak come out great. Here are just a few: • Lightly oil (not butter) the meat or cooking surface. Then, pick your favorite seasoning and season the steak.

• Make sure the cooking surface is up to temperature. Medium-high heat will typically give you a nice sear without burning the meat before it’s cooked to your desired temperature.

• If you are using a grill and want to get a nice diamond pattern, place the meat on the grates for 1-2 minutes and then turn 45 degrees. Flip when half way cooked.

• Before cutting into a steak, let it rest for 2-4 minutes to let the juices redistribute.

• Never press or use a weight on the steak when cooking.

• Cooking times will vary with thickness, type and temperature of equipment and product used.

Finished Temperatures Rare 120-130°F, red middle Medium Rare 130-135°F, red through center with pink around Medium 140-150°F, pink throughout middle Medium Well 150-165°F, hint of pink in middle Well 170+°F, brown throughout but not burnt (You may need to grill over a little lower temperature to achieve well done.)

Want more tips?

Find out everything you need to know about steak from Martin Bros. Chef Scott Fadden!

Visit info.martinsnet.com/steak-101 to download our complete Steak 101 eBook.

STEAK WITH SWEET TERIYAKI GLAZE & GRILLED PINEAPPLE SERVINGS: 1 1 each 3 oz 1/4 each 1/2 cup 3/4 cup

Greater Omaha Choice Ribeye (902860) Ken’s Sweet Baby Ray’s® Sweet Teriyaki Wing Sauce & Glaze (561390) Wholesale Pineapple (377430), peeled, cored, left in large pieces Lamb Weston Lamb’s Supreme® Roasted Garlic Redskin Mashed Potatoes (349797) Roasted Cauliflower

Grill steak as you would normally until the last 2-3 minutes; brush both sides with half the teriyaki sauce while still grilling. Meanwhile, grill pineapple pieces; cube. To Plate: Plate steak, top with cubed, grilled pineapple and drizzle with remaining teriyaki sauce. Serve with the mashed potatoes, roasted cauliflower and a side salad.

COST $9.66 SELL AT $24.

95

POTENTIAL PROFIT* $15.29 2

Roasted Cauliflower Learn how to make it at martinsnet.com/recipes!

*Potential profits are based on average prices and serving sizes.

BLUE CHEESE MUSHROOM SAUCE

CULINARY CONCEPTS

STEAK & MORE ITEMS

SERVINGS: 8 1 cup Monterey Mushrooms, quartered 1 cup Capital City Yellow Onions, sliced 1 cup Ventura Classic Gourmet® Select Extra Heavy Mayonnaise (631000) 1 Tbsp Roland Dijon Mustard (560201) 1/4 cup White Wine 1 Tbsp McCormick Grill Mates® Mesquite Seasoning (473361) 6 oz Blue Cheese Crumbles (903758; 903870)

Choice Center Cut Top Butt (937620 – 18/10 oz) (937618 – 24/8 oz) (937612 – 24/6 oz)

Choice Center Cut Top Butt XXT

Sauté mushrooms and onions. Add mayonnaise, mustard, wine and seasoning.

Lightly heat. Add blue cheese just before spooning over steak.

(374360 – 4/8 lb ave)

Choice Tenderloin (902880 – 6/5 up)

Choice Ribeye (902860 – 5/15 down)

Choice Strip Loin (932820 – 2/12 up)

Classic Gourmet® Select Extra Heavy Mayonnaise (631000 – 4/1 gal)

IBP Choice Flat Iron Steak (917770 – 20/8 oz) (917790 – 32/5 oz)

Dijon Mustard (560201 – 1/9.25 lb)

Marinated Ribeye Steak (901190 – 40/4 oz)

Garlic Butter Ribeye Steak (901170 – 40/4 oz)

Grill Mates® Mesquite Seasoning (473361 – 1/24 oz)

PARMESAN GARLIC CAESAR CRUSTING

T HE

F ISH GUY S Lobster Tail 5-6 oz (371140 – 1/10 lb)

Split Red King Crab Legs 16/20 (370480 – 1/20 lb) 14/17 (370490 – 1/20 lb)

SERVINGS: 4-6 1 cup Ventura Classic Gourmet® Select Deluxe Creamy Caesar (630950) 1 cup Breadcrumbs (415638; 415140) 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese 1 Tbsp McCormick Lawry’s® Monterey Style Seasoning (473241)

Cocktail Crab Claw 16/20 (372900 – 12/2 lb)

Gold King Crab Legs 6/9 (376240 – 1/20 lb)

Mix ingredients together. To crust, bring item to be crusted almost up to desired temperature.

Place crusting on top. Place under a salamander or broiler or into a hot oven for a few minutes until light brown. Use on steak, prime rib, chicken and more as a great upcharge option.

Classic Gourmet® Select Deluxe Creamy Caesar

Bairidi Crab Cluster 10 oz up (371102 – 1/30 lb)

Raw White Tail-On Peeled & Deveined Shrimp

(630950 – 4/1 gal)

16/20 (928340 – 5/2 lb) 21/25 (928350 – 5/2 lb)

Lawry’s® Monterey Style Seasoning

10/20 (925200 – 2/5 lb)

(473241 – 1/21 oz)

Scallops

1 3

CHOICE BEEF INSIDE ROUND CAP OFF (902970 – 4/16 lb ave)

ingredient ways

1

BEEF BREAKFAST SKILLET WITH ASPARAGUS, PEPPERS & ONION SERVINGS: 1 4 oz 2 each As needed 2 each 1 tsp 1 tsp 6 oz 1 Tbsp

Greater Omaha Choice Beef Inside Round Cap Off (902970), thinly sliced National Pasteurized Large Eggs (380148) McCormick Lawry’s® Roasted Garlic & Red Bell Pepper (473241) Wholesale Asparagus Spears (360050), medium diced Capital City Bell Peppers, finely diced Bix Diced Red Onion (380381) Basic American Golden Grill® Premium Hash Browns (603050), prepared C.H. Robinson Green Onion (361010), diced

COST $2.90 SELL AT $8.95

POTENTIAL PROFIT* $6.05

Saute beef with seasoning. Scramble eggs with a hint of seasoning.

Saute asparagus, peppers and red onion. Plate hashbrowns, top with beef, eggs, asparagus/peppers/red onion and garnish with green onion. Serve with side of fruit. *Potential profits are based on average prices and serving sizes.

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1 I N G R E D I E N T • 3 WAYS

2

BEEF TERIYAKI SERVINGS: 4 2 lb 2 cups 1/2 cup 1 Tbsp 1 cup

Greater Omaha Choice Beef Inside Round Cap Off (902970), thinly sliced Nestle Minor’s® Teriyaki Sauce (551900) Brown Sugar Wholesale Ginger (391014), minced Lyons Pineapple Juice (734448)

Combine teriyaki sauce, brown sugar, ginger and pineapple juice in a storage bag or container. Add beef, cover and marinate at least 8 hours. Cook beef covered with marinade in 325°F oven until fork tender. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with mashed potatoes, vegetables and side salad.

COST $4.68 SELL AT $10.99

POTENTIAL PROFIT* $6.31

3

WHISKEY BBQ BEEF SANDWICH SERVINGS: 1 5 oz 2 cups 1/2 cup 1/4 cup 1/2 tsp 2 Tbsp 1-1/2 cup 1 each

Greater Omaha Choice Beef Inside Round Cap Off (902970), thinly sliced Ken’s Sweet Baby Ray’s® Barbecue Sauce (560510) Bourbon Whiskey Brown Sugar McCormick Ground Cinnamon (472248; 472251) Capital City Jalapeno (361280; 361238), finely diced (optional) Wholesale Pineapple (377430), diced Rotella’s Sliced Scored Sour Dough Hoagie (987430), toasted

In a sauce pan, mix barbecue sauce, whiskey, brown sugar, cinnamon and jalapeno (optional); simmer over low heat for 10-20 minutes; add pineapple. Saute beef; toss with 1/4 cup prepared sauce. Serve sauced beef on toasted hoagie with McCain Moore’s® Vidalia® Battered Onion Rings (946610) and side salad.

5 COST $ 3.6 .99 10 $ T A SELL

L POTENTIA* PROFIT $ 7.34 2015 ISSUE 04 *Potential profits are based on average prices and serving sizes.

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OUR PERFECT POTATOES YOUR ignature TOUCH

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Gingered Carrot Mashed Potatoes This creative mashed potato side combines the sweetness of carrots with the subtle heat of ginger to create a perfect pair to grilled meats.

Prep Time: 12 min. * Cook Time: 18 min.

Yield: 40, half-cup servings

1 pch Brilliant Beginnings™ Recipe-Ready Mashed Potatoes, prepared 2 ltr Ginger ale 8 each Carrots, peeled, sliced Salt and pepper (to taste) Prepare Brilliant Beginnings™ Recipe-Ready Potatoes according to package directions for recipe-ready potato preparation.

Place sliced carrots in a 5-quart saucepan, add ginger ale, bring to a boil and heat until carrots are soft, 3-4 min.

Remove carrots and place into a blender, adding enough of the cooking liquid to cover carrots 1⁄3 of the way.

Add carrot puree to the potatoes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

VISIT BAF.COM/BRILLIANTBEGINNINGS FOR A FREE SAMPLE AND RECIPE IDEAS

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BECOME A BELIEVER! BRILLIANT BEGINNINGS™ RECIPE-READY POTATOES ARE: AUTHENTIC Scratch-made potato quality REAL 100% potatoes, no artifical flavors or colors EASY No washing, handling or boiling – prepare in just 3 steps VERSATILE The perfect start to your signature recipes ™

MARTIN BROS# 603010

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DISH!

SPRING SPECIALS MOTHER’S DAY | CINCO DE MAYO

Angel Berry Parfait Get the recipe at: martinsnet.com/recipes or scan here!

Yoplait ® Parfait Pro® Lowfat Vanilla Yogurt (904760)

Angel Food Bundt Cake (984900)

SENIH OO R TL IDVI ISNHG!

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BREAKFAST STRATA

ROSEMARY SWISS SCALLOPED POTATOES

BRANDS YOU TRUST

BREAKFAST 377618

Wholesale

Strawberries

8/1 lb

377800

Wholesale

Cantaloupe

12/15 ct

377890

Wholesale

Honeydew Melons

6/8 ct

985520

General Mills

Roll Dough Cinnamon Pillsbury

200/1.5 oz

985530

General Mills

Roll Dough Cinnamon Pillsbury

100/3 oz

904760

General Mills

Yogurt Yoplait Parfait Pro Vanilla Low Fat

6/64 oz

421378

General Mills

Granola Nature Valley Oats N Honey

4/50 oz

402078

Rich’s

Icing Vanilla Heat N Ice

1/12 lb

984848

Sara Lee

Danish Variety Pack

1/48 ct

984960

Sara Lee

Muffin Mini Variety

3/54/.9 oz

985970

Sara Lee

Muffin Wholesome Indulgence Variety

3/24/1.5 oz

983070

ConAgra

Waffle Belgian Krusteaz

72/2.4 oz

400450

Continental Mills

Pancake Mix Sweet Cream Krusteaz

6/5 lb

400530

Continental Mills

Pancake Mix Sweet Potato Krusteaz

6/5 lb

400110

General Mills

Pancake Mix Complete Buttermilk Gold Medal

6/5 lb

975098

Sunny Fresh

Eggs Liquid Whole With Citric Acid

12/2 lb

975060

Sunny Fresh

Omelet Frittata Vegetable, Ham & Cheese

48/3 oz

603050

Basic American

Hashbrown Golden Russet Premium

6/40.5 oz

915190

Farmland

Ham Diced 1/4 In Cubed

2/5 lb

979240

Jimmy Dean

Sausage Link Maple 6X1 FC

1/6 lb

999950

Hormel

Bacon “1” 18/22 Style FC

2/144 slice

Apple, Cheese, Cherry Cheese, Cinnamon Almond Bear Claw Blueberry, Banana Nut, Lemon Poppyseed Blueberry, Banana Nut, Apple Cranberry

SALAD BAR & SIDES 909200

Shreiber

Cheese Cubes Cheddar/Pepper Jack/Swiss

3/5 lb

902168

Shullsburg

Cheese Cubes Cheddar

6/2 lb

905142

Mrs. Gerry’s

Salad Pasta Summer Fresh

2/5 lb

905152

Mrs. Gerry’s

Salad Greek Feta

2/5 lb

905330

Mrs. Gerry’s

Salad Three Bean

2/5 lb

905367

Mrs. Gerry’s

Salad Cheesecake Supreme

2/3 lb

905795

Mrs. Gerry’s

Salad Strawberry Greek Yogurt Parfait

2/5 lb

602710

Basic American

Potato Cheese Bake Redi-Shred

6/34 oz

602690

Basic American

Potato Scalloped

6/2.25 lb

602730

Basic American

Potato Au Gratin

6/2.25 lb

962590

Norpac

Vegetable Mix Chalet Garlic Butter

6/2 lb

962760

Norpac

Vegetable Mix Mandarin Citrus

6/2 lb

360050

Wholesale

Asparagus Standard

1/11 lb

TECHNOLOGY YOU EXPECT

SERVICE YOU DESERVE

HOT DISH!

CENTER OF THE PLATE

CHICKEN VEGGIE TART

928340

Aqua Star

Shrimp P&D 16-20 Raw White Tail-On

5/2 lb

928350

Aqua Star

Shrimp P&D 21-25 Raw White Tail-On

5/2 lb

927410

King & Prince

Crab Cake Gourmet 3 oz

4/2.5 lb

926570

Cloverdale

Ham Pit Boneless Hickory Smoked

2/14-15 lb

914720

Farmland

Ham Menu Pride Bronze Medal

2/9-11 lb

931270

Hillshire

Ham Hearthstone

2/9 lb

978600

Hillshire

Ham Farmhouse

1/12 lb ave

910780

Hillshire

Beef Pot Roast Choice FC

1/10 lb

934360

Greater Omaha

Beef Inside Round Choice 1/4 Trim

3/18 & up

910280

Farmland

Pork Duroc Leg Steamship

1/30 lb

928100

Farmland

Pork Duroc Rib Prime Rack

3/6 lb

933110

Gold N Plump

Chicken 8 Pc Marinated Fresh

12/3 lb ave

Servings: 3

977410

Wayne Farms

Chicken Breast Boneless Skinless Marinated

32/5 oz

3 each

973970

Sara Lee

Turkey Breast Boneless Foil Wrap

2/8-9 lb

2 oz 2 oz 4 each 2 oz

DESSERTS 980970

Sara Lee

982680

Sara Lee

3 oz

Pie Cream Thaw & Serve Variety Pack

4/10 in

Bar Variety Pack

4/trays

Banana, Chocolate, Coconut, Cookies & Cream Lemon Lover’s, Blondie, Ultimate Brownie, Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake

1-1/2 oz

992210

Sara Lee

Cheesecake Classic Mini

24/2.6 oz

992140

Sara Lee

Pie Key Lime Mini

24/2.8 oz

949840

Sara Lee

Cake Lemon Cream Layer Mini

24/2.6 oz

949860

Sara Lee

Tiramisu Mini

24/2.6 oz

997710

Eli’s

Cheesecake Cuties Variety

4/1/4 sheet

997130

Father’s Table

Cheesecake Variety 14 Slice

6/54 oz

965320

Dole

Berries Mixed IQF

2/5 lb

965090

Norpac

Fruit Blend Oregon Berry IQF

1/10 lb

771350

Lyons

Sauce Assorted Designer

12/16 oz

Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake, Caramel Flan Cheesecake, Raspberry Macaroon Bar, Pecan Bar New York Style, Turtle, Dutch Apple, Blueberry, Chocolate, Fudge Brownie, Raspberry, Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Cherry, Strawberry,Chocolate Marble, Vanilla Bean

3 oz

Kellogg’s Keebler Ready Crust Pastry Tart Shells (410810) Wayne Farms Diced Chicken (977690) Yellow Squash, diced (361456) Zucchini, diced (361451) Mushrooms, diced (360925) Red Onion, diced (361035 or 361112) Custom Culinary Whisk & Serve White Sauce Mix, prepared (501540) Grande Diced Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese (901900)

Saute chicken and veggies; add white sauce. Divide and spoon into shells; top with cheese. Bake at 350°F until cheese is melted and heated through

DISPOSABLES 804790

Hoffmaster

Combo Pack Mother’s Day

1/250 ct

899941

Food Market

Napkin Tulip Time

18/13X13 in

899942

Food Market

Napkin Tulip Time

18/10X10 in

899944

Food Market

Plate Tulip Time

8/7 in

899189

Food Market

Centerpiece Pink Butterfly

1/14 in

MB Food Market Orders

Contact your sales representative or email c&corders@martinsnet.com with account number, item number(s) and quantity. Orders received prior to 2:00 pm will be delivered with your next order — as early as next day!

Discover the Martin Bros. difference! www.martinsnet.com

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CINCO DE MAYO

SANTA FE CHICKEN TACOS WITH BLACK BEAN SALAD AND CILANTRO RICE

MB Food Market Orders

Contact your sales representative or email c&corders@martinsnet.com with account number, item number(s) and quantity. Orders received prior to 2:00 pm will be delivered with your next order — as early as next day!

946120

Heinz

Soup Chicken Tortilla

4/8 lb

946020

Windsor

Taco Mini Chicken

4/4 lb

950720

Windsor

Rangoon Poblano Chili Con Queso

120/1 oz

905260

Mrs. Gerry’s

Salad Pasta Taco

2/5 lb

949950

Catallia

Tortilla Flour Pressed 6 in 1 oz

12/24 ct

976140

Perdue

Chicken Fajita Breast Strips

2/5 lb

910890

Hillshire

Beef Shredded PC

2/5 lb

913080

Valley Meats

Beef Ground P.m. Mix 80/20

4/5 lb

502050

McCormick

Spice Lawry’s Taco Seasoning Mix

6/9 oz

360730

C.H. Robinson

Lettuce Shredded Taco 1/8 cut

4/5 lb

380248

Bix

Tomato Diced Roma 3/8 in

2/5 lb

380381

Bix

Onion Diced Red 3/8 in

1/5 lb

361280

Capital City

Pepper Jalapeño

1/10 lb

360490

C.H. Robinson

Herb Cilantro

4/1 lb

430690

Knouse

Cheese Sauce Queso Blanco

3/#10

561190

ConAgra

Salsa Rosarita Medium With Green Chili

4/1 gal

963740

Simplot

Guacamole Western

12/1 lb

900540

Kemps

Sour Cream

2/5 lb

601010

Bush’s

Bean Black

6/#10

601140

Bush’s

Bean Black Low Sodium

6/#10

600030

Basic American

Bean Refried Smooth Style Santiago Excel

6/30 oz

962580

Norpac

Vegetable Mix Baja Vegetable Roast

6/2 lb

460680

Uncle Ben’s

Rice Spanish

6/36 oz

944900

J&J Snack

Churros Regular Size 10 in

100/1 oz

899955

Food Market

Napkin Summer Pottery

18/13X13 in

899956

Food Market

Napkin Summer Pottery

18/10X10 in

SUPPLIES 231130

Nordicware

Pan Sheet With Cover

1/1/4 size

231140

Nordicware

Pan Sheet With Cover

1/1/2 size

231160

Nordicware

Pan Cake With Cover

1/13X9 in

265526

Nordicware

Pan Cake With Cover

1/13X18 in

265527

Nordicware

Pan Cake With Cover

1/9X9 in

231170

Nordicware

Pan Pie With Cover

1/10 in

What’s So Sweet about

Sweet Potatoes?

H E A LT H A N DW E L L N E S S

Katie Wulkow, RD, LD, Martin Bros. Menu Production Dietitian

Sweet potatoes continue to be a trend, with more and more establishments menuing them and manufacturers coming up with new and innovative ways to incorporate them.

HEALTH BENEFITS

FACT:

• Vitamin A: Boosts immune system and promotes bone growth, reproduction and healthy eyes/skin.

• Vitamin C: Promotes bone/tooth/blood cell formation, protects the body against toxins and damage to cells and promotes wound healing.

• Good source of fiber • Fat-free and cholesterol-free

24% of casual restaurants and 32% of fine dining restaurants now menu at least one sweet potato dish.1

SO, WHY THE TREND?

Well, sweet potatoes offer something unique as compared to the traditional russet potato – in flavor as well as health benefits and menu versatility.

1. Datassential, Menu Trends

Sweet Recipe!

MENU VERSATILITY • Multiple methods of preparation, including boiled, steamed, grilled, baked, pureed and roasted.

• Add flavor to vegetable blends, soups/stews and casseroles.

• Add color to enhance plate presentation.

MENU IDEAS • • • • • •

Baked sweet potato Mashed sweet potatoes Sweet potato fries Roasted sweet potatoes Puree sweet potatoes to use as a base for a recipe.

Get creative with add-in ingredients to create a sweet recipe.

CINNAMON CHIPOTLE SWEET POTATO BISCUITS

5 lb 1 qt 3 Tbsp 2 cups 2-1/3 cups 3 Tbsp

General Mills Bisquick® Mix (402590) Kemps Buttermilk (904128) McCormick Lawry’s® Cinnamon Chipotle Rub (470021) Basic American Potato Pearls® Excel® Sweet Potato Mashed (603180) Hot Water (170-190°F) Butter

• Preheat oven to 350°F. • Rehydrate Sweet Potato Mashed with hot water and butter. Set aside.

• In another bowl, combine biscuit mix, buttermilk and cinnamon chipotle rub.

• Combine rehydrated sweet potato with biscuit mixture until blended.

• On a smooth, lightly floured surface, roll out dough approximately 3/4 inch thick. Cut into desired biscuit shapes. (If using a 3 inch biscuit cutter, you will yield approx. 50 biscuits.)

• Bake on lightly greased sheet pan for 8-12 minutes.

VIDEO RECIPE

SWEET ITEMS

Sweet Potato Mini Tater Puffs® (965128 – 6/2.5 lb)

Sweet Potato CrispyCubes® (998290 – 3/5 lb)

Sweet Potato Seasoned RibCut® Fries (992488 – 3/5 lb) Sweet Potato WaveLength® Fries (998288 – 3/5 lb)

Sweet Potato Vanilla Sugar Fries (965210 – 5/3 lb)

Harvest Splendor® Sweet Potato Ridge Cut Wedges (941070 – 6/2.5 lb) Moore’s® Sun Spots® Sweet Potato Slices (960580 – 6/2.5 lb)

Sa-Weet! Potato Crusted™ Whole Grain Alaskan Pollock Fillet (927440 – 80/3.6 oz) Sticks – 1 oz (927880 – 4/5 lb)

Potato Pearls® Excel® Sweet Potato Mashed (603180 – 10/20.17 oz)

RoastWorks® Sweetlings Whole Miniature Sweet Potatoes (999600 – 6/2.5 lb)

Sweet Potato Pancake Mix (400530 – 6/5 lb)

Fresh Sweet Potatoes 110-120 ct (366300 – 1/40 lb) 20-30 ct (366310 – 1/40 lb) 80 ct (366100 – 1/40 lb)

Check out our Sweet Potato Quiche video at youtube.com/MartinBrosDist 2015 ISSUE 04

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SCHOOLS

COUNT YOUR COLORS

VEGETABLE FAVORITES

SMART TIPS & RECIPES FOR SCHOOLS Candy Corn 70% Super Sweet Corn, 30% Super Sweet White Corn

Trusted Brand Feature:

(962550 – 12/2.5 lb)

Counting colors is a necessity for you, but it’s not always so exciting for the kids you serve. Here are some tips and recipes that will get kids excited again and help kick-start your menu planning for the 2015-16 school year, too!

SMART TIPS

Here are five tips to help increase kids’ participation in school lunch and the new offerings you’re providing: • Name new menu items something familiar…and not too exotic. For example, Stir Fry or Spiced/Glazed/Roasted Vegetables sound familiar yet are still unique.

• Encourage kids to be adventurous, and make a game out of it.

• Encourage kids’ feedback.

• Make kids a part of the decision process to choose new recipes.

• Serve new recipes along with favorite recipes to make a complete meal that will be more likely to encourage participation.

SCHOOL RECIPE SOLUTIONS Download the complete School Foodservice Recipe Guide from Norpac. Check out two sample recipes on the next page, then go to www.norpac.com/foodservice/school-solutions or scan the QR Code to see them all!

Stir Fry Vegetables Broccoli, Green Beans, Carrots, Celery, Onions, Water Chestnuts, Red Peppers (963550 – 12/2 lb)

Grande Classics® Gourmet Vegetable Blends Asian (962810 – 6/4 lb) Broccoli, Green Beans, Mushrooms, Red Peppers, Onions Caribbean (962010 – 6/4 lb) Broccoli, Green Beans, Carrots, Red Peppers Key West (962870 – 6/4 lb) Green Beans, Carrots, Yellow Carrots, Red Peppers Malibu (962640 – 6/4 lb) Broccoli, Carrots, Yellow Carrots, Cauliflower Nantucket (963020 – 6/4 lb) Broccoli, Carrots, Yellow Carrots, Sugar Snap™ Peas, Red Peppers, Cranberries Riviera (963040 – 6/4 lb) Green Beans, Wax Beans, Carrots Sunshine Carrots (999880 – 6/4 lb) Carrots, Yellow Carrots

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SMART RECIPES

Each of these recipes includes nutritionals… including what a serving provides for the vegetable subcategories – Dark Green, Red/ Orange, Legume, Starchy and Other!

MEATBALLS & NOODLES WITH VEGETABLES

Serves: 50 | Main Dish Meat/Meat Alternate-Grain-Other Vegetables-Red/Orange Vegetables

SWEET CORN & BLACK BEAN STACKED ENCHILADAS

Serves: 50 | Main Dish Meat/Meat Alternate-Grain-Legumes-Starchy Vegetables 5 lb 1/2 gal 12-1/2 cups 12-1/2 cups 3 qt + 1/2 cup 80 each Optional Optional Optional

Norpac Candy Corn (962550), thawed Black Beans, drained Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Shredded Reduced Fat Cheddar Cheese Green Enchilada Sauce Whole Grain Corn Tortillas – 6 in White Onion, diced Cilantro, chopped Reduced Fat Sour Cream

Combine corn, black beans and 1 pound each of the cheeses.

Mix in 32 ounces enchilada sauce. Lightly coat two full size 2 inch steam table pan with pan release spray. Pour about 1 cup of the remaining sauce into each pan and tilt pan to coat the bottom. Arrange 14 tortillas over bottom of each pan. Place about 5 pounds of the corn and bean mixture in each pan on top of the tortillas and spread out evenly. Place 14 tortillas over the corn and bean mixture. Distribute the remaining corn and bean mixture (about 5 pounds per pan) evenly over tortillas. Place 12 tortillas over the corn and bean mixture. Pour the remaining sauce (26 ounces per pan) over the tortillas and spread with a spatula to cover each tortilla entirely. Top with the remaining shredded cheeses. Tent with foil and bake in a 350°F oven (325°F for convection) for 45-60 minutes or until internal temperature reads 165°F for at least 15 seconds. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before cutting. Cut each pan 5 x 5.

1 Serving 2 ounces meat/meat alternate, 1.5 ounces grain, 1/8 cup legumes, 1/4 cup starchy vegetables 336 Kcal, 13 g Total Fat, 7 g Saturated Fat, 32 g Carbohydrate, 885 mg Sodium, 20 g Protein

12 lb + 2 oz Reduced Sodium Beef Meatballs 3 lb + 4 oz (for K-5) Whole Grain Rotini Pasta OR 6 lb + 8 oz (for 6-12) 8 lb Norpac Grande Classics Key West Vegetable Blend (962870) 1 qt Beef Broth 1/4 cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce 2 Tbsp Worcestershire Sauce 2 tsp Brown Sugar 1 tsp Onion Powder 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper 1 cup Water, cold 2/3 cup Flour 1 pint Sour Cream Bake meatballs according to manufacturer’s directions; hold hot.

Cook pasta according to manufacturer’s directions; drain and hold hot. Place 4 pounds vegetables into each of two perforated steamer pans; steam for approximately 5 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Meanwhile, place beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, onion powder and pepper in a 2 quart saucepan; heat until simmering. Combine water and flour to make a slurry; add to hot beef broth mixture while whisking; continue to cook until reaches a medium boil and sauce has thickened, about 5-10 minutes; remove from heat; stir in sour cream. Grades K-5 Serving: Place 1/2 cup cooked pasta in serving bowl. Top with 4 meatballs, 1/2 cup vegetables and 1/4 cup sauce. Grades 6-12 Serving: Place 1 cup cooked pasta in serving bowl. Top with 4 meatballs, 1/2 cup vegetables and 1/4 cup sauce.

1 Serving K-5 2 ounces meat/meat alternate, 1 ounce grain, 1/4 cup other vegetables, 1/8 cup red/orange vegetables.

336 Kcal, 9 g Total Fat, 3 g Saturated Fat, 38 g Carbohydrate, 500 mg Sodium, 27 g Protein 1 Serving 6-12 2 ounces meat/meat alternate, 2 ounces grain, 1/4 cup other vegetables, 1/8 cup red/orange vegetables.

439 Kcal, 9 g Total Fat, 3 g Saturated Fat, 60 g Carbohydrate, 502 mg Sodium, 31 g Protein

EQUI PM ENTA N D SUPPL I ES

BOOST YOUR SUCCESS

Top 10 Ways to Keep Your Establishment Clean

1 MATTING

Use an outdoor scraper mat along with 12-20 feet of indoor matting. This will not only help keep your facility clean but also save you money. 80% of the dirt entering a building comes through the front door, and it costs about $600 to clean up every pound.

2 VACUUMING & SPOT CLEANING

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While there’s more to carpet care than simply vacuuming and spot cleaning, these steps (along with using matting) are some of the most important.

Regular vacuuming is the simplest and most important maintenance activity you can do to keep your carpet in the best possible condition. In addition, the faster you clean up spills, the less likely they will turn into permanent stains.

3 INTERIM & EXTRACTION CLEANING

The next key to better-looking carpets and a clean facility is deep cleaning. If the carpet is not heavily soiled, interim cleaning works great. The most wellknown interim method is old-fashioned bonnet cleaning; however, a newer method called encapsulation cleaning is even more effective. Encapsulation cleaning uses a special polymer-based cleaner combined with agitation to loosen and remove soil while leaving carpets free of residues. For true deep cleaning, though, extraction is still widely recognized as the only way to go.

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HARD FLOOR CLEANING

Just as there are many different types of hard floor surfaces, there are many different types of equipment and cleaners to clean them each properly. For example, for daily maintenance of a traditional waxed tile floor, use a neutral floor cleaner with one of three systems – an autoscrubber and red pad, a microfiber mopping system or a traditional mop and bucket program. If you are cleaning your kitchen floor, however, you may want to use a specially-formulated enzyme-based product to help break down the fats and proteins found in this environment. Ask your Martin Bros. janitorial representative for more information in order to select the right equipment and cleaners for your hard floors.

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SURFACE CLEANING

While dusting and general surface cleaning are important, cleaning and sanitizing tables and other food contact surfaces are an absolute must to prevent illness. The four steps to clean tables include using an appropriate cleaner, rinsing, sanitizing and air drying. For more detailed information and important tips, go to blog.martinsnet.com/4-steps-to-cleaning-sanitizing-tables.

visit: blog.martinsnet.com/ 4-steps-to-cleaningsanitizing-tables

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eeping your facility clean helps create a great experience for your customers and contributes to your facility’s success!

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Carpet Care

Having clean restrooms is a very important part of your establishment’s success. Dirty and smelly restrooms can cause people to not come back and to not recommend your place to family and friends. Frequently spot check bathrooms to keep them clean and stocked with essentials such as soap, towels and toilet paper.

ECO2 Encapsulating Cleaner with Oxygen (011050 – 4/1 gal) Pre-Treat Carpet Pre-Spray (017190 – 1/1 gal) Extraction Low Foam Carpet Cleaner

FLAWLESS FLATWARE & LINENS

Clean flatware, napkins and tablecloths are also very important for success. Dirty or rusted flatware and stained linens can tarnish your facility’s image. Following proper care procedures for your flatware and partnering with a trusted laundering company are key. For more detailed information on maintaining flawless flatware, read “4 Stages & Tips To Keep Flatware Flawless” on blog.martinsnet.com. visit: blog.martinsnet.com

WASTE REDUCTION

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CV 30 (072630 – 1/12 in) & CV 38 (097120 – 1/15 in) Commercial Upright Vacuums

Clean Track® S16 (072842 – 1/16 in) & Clean Track L18 (072855 – 1/18 in) Extractors

Hard Floor Care

010610 – 1/5 gal)

Not only does waste naturally look dirty, excess waste can be perceived as leaving a large environmental footprint. Take a look at some of the janitorial items you go through on a regular basis, and make sure you’re using the right products to help you reduce waste. For instance, are you using proper-fitting can liners and automated towel dispensers that limit towel usage?

BUILDING MAINTENANCE

(011188 – 1/1 gal) Defoamer (016740 – 1/1 gal) Carpet Spotter (012946 – 1/1 qt)

Century Maintenance Daily Floor Cleaner (022745 – 4/2 liter; 010590 – 1/1 gal;

Fusion Bioenzymatic Floor Cleaner

(190168 – 1/2.5 gal)

WaveBrake® Mopping Systems – 1/35 qt

(020082 – 1/44 gal)

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Martin Bros. Solutions Sales Manager

CLEANING PRODUCTS

RESTROOM CARE

(019980 – 9/32 oz)

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In order to draw a crowd and keep them coming back, you must keep the exterior and interior of your facility looking great. Make sure the look matches your theme, and make sure everything is in good repair. When there’s snow or ice, keep up with removing it. You want your food and your image to drive your business.

Caution Wet Floor Sign

(Down Press – 023195; Side Press – 023200)

Restroom Care

(023100 – 1/24 in)

BETTER BRANDS

Brands matter. Trusted brands let your customers know that you serve the very best. So make sure these brands are what customers see on your menu, on your table and throughout your facility.

Want more great ideas to help boost your success?

Get our Keys to a Great Diner Experience e-book!

Visit info.martinsnet.com/great-diner-experience to download it now.

Metered Air Freshener Dispenser (017580 – 1/each)

TCell™ Continuous Odor Control System Dispenser (061620 – 1/each)

enMotion® Wall Mount Automated Touchless Towel Dispensers

(Translucent Smoke – 810625; Splash Blue – 810620)

Only available via onetime lifetime Lease Agreement with Georgia-Pacific or authorized distributor.

Provon® LTX-12™ Dispenser

(Grey/White – 025000; Chrome/Black – 025010)

Provided by Martin Bros. Distributing Co Inc with purchase of GOJO manufactured products.

Ask about the variety of products we stock to fill these 2014dispensers!

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Mary Sell, MPA, RDN, LD, Martin Bros. Menu Services Manager

f there is one theme throughout some of the top senior living trends and the resulting challenges and opportunities, it is that America is aging rapidly and preparing for new generations to come into the market. Specifically, recent reports project that the number of Americans aged 65 and older will double from 40.2 million to 88.5 million in the next 35 years. This growth is creating a huge need for new and additional aging services.

Here are the top 10 trends in senior living today: 1. Silver Tsunami

6. Rise of Alzheimer’s

More boomers are coming, and experts believe that we are not prepared.

2. Aging in Place

The number of Americans with dementia and Alzheimer’s will escalate rapidly in coming years.

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Seniors wish to remain at home as long as possible.

3. Cater to Me

Healthcare Professionals Crisis There is a shortage of doctors and nurses.

8. Technology

Aging services customers want more services and amenities.

4. Economic Insecurity

Emergence of technology that can provide more methods and means of care.

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The “great recession” has decreased consumer savings.

5. Impact of Affordable Care Act

New Models Rise of small homes, villages and care at home.

10. Diversification Elder care entities providing multiple services.

The focus is on prevention, coordination of care and outcomes.

Sources: LeadingAge™ Market Report, 8-2013

Want ideas to help you with these trends?

Visit info.martinsnet.com/senior-living-must-haves to download one of our newest e-books - 5 Senior Living Community Must-Haves for 2015.

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Allergens: What Foodservice Workers Should Know

Your Assessment 6 Cover Lorie Butler, RD, Nutrition Care Systems

Karen Chowdhury, National Pasteurized Eggs 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Every foodservice worker is required to have education on food allergens.

Join us for this discussion on what every foodservice worker should know about allergens.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

A friendly reminder of what our documentation responsibilities are, why we document and how to prepare for the additional survey process for MDS.

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Greater Omaha Choice Ribeye

Tyson IBP Choice Flat Iron Steak

(902860 - 5/15 down)

(917770 – 20/8 oz; 917790 – 32/5 oz)

McCormick Grill Mates® Mesquite Seasoning (473361 – 1/24 oz)

McCormick Lawry’s® Monterey Style Seasoning (473241 – 1/21 oz)

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Greater Omaha Choice Beef Inside Round Cap Off (902970 – 4/16 lb ave)

National Pasteurized Large Eggs

Rotella’s Sliced Scored Sour Dough Hoagie (987430 - 6/6 ct)

Lamb Weston Sweet Things® Sweet Potato Mini Tater Puffs®

(380148 - 15/dozen)

(965128 – 6/2.5 lb)

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McCain Harvest Splendor® Sweet Potato Ridge Cut Wedges

Basic American Potato Pearls® Excel® Sweet Potato Mashed

Norpac Grande Classics® Key West Vegetable Blend

Rubbermaid Brute® Container

(941070 – 6/2.5 lb)

(603180 – 10/20.17 oz)

(962870 – 6/4 lb)

(020082 - 1/44 gal)

FEATURED NEW ITEMS & REBATES RESERVE SOUPS Wicked Thai Style Chicken & Rice (907270 – 4/4 lb) Korean Style BBQ Beef (907280 – 4/4 lb) Roasted Red Pepper & Smoked Gouda Bisque (907290 – 4/4 lb)

Fresh Gourmet® Lightly Salted Wonton Strips (603370 – 10/1 lb) Chocolate Chex™ Cereal (422970 – 4/49 oz) Oreo Churros (953080 – 100/10 in)

Milk Chocolate Cake Batter (985248 – 1/16 lb) White Cake Batter (985258 – 1/16 lb)

Spring Rebate - Up to $250 Offer valid through 4/26/2015.

Brookside Dark Chocolate Pomegranate Flavor Candy (761131 – 10/3 oz) New Products, Healthy Halo, All-Day Eating, Sophisticated Flavor Combinations Up to $10/Case Rebates Offers valid through 4/30/2015.