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A Quick Bite w/ Chef Anthony
JANUARY 2023
S M T W Th F S
MAJOR JANUARY HOLIDAYS
1/1 New Year’s Day 1/16 Martin Luther King Jr Day 1/22 Lunar New Year
JANUARY CELEBRATIONS
National Soup Month National Hot Tea Month National Baking Month National Oatmeal Month National Hot Tea Month National Slow Cooking Month
JANUARY NATIONAL FOOD DAYS
1/1 National Bloody Mary Day 1/1 National Black Eyed Pea Day 1/2 National Cream Puff Day 1/4 National Spaghetti Day 1/5 National Whipped Cream Day 1/6 National Shortbread Day 1/6 National Bean Day 1/7 National Tempura Day 1/8 National English Toffee Day 1/9 National Cassoulet Day 1/9 National Apricot Day 1/10 National Bittersweet Chocolate Day 1/11 National Hot Toddy Day 1/11 National Milk Day 1/12 World Hot Tea Day 1/12 National Glazed Donut Day 1/12 National Curried Chicken Day 1/12 National Marzipan Day 1/13 National Peach Melba Day 1/14 National Hot Pastrami Day 1/15 National Bagel Day 1/15 National Strawberry Ice Cream Day 1/16 National Fig Newton Day 1/17 National Hot Buttered Rum Day 1/18 National Gourmet Coffee Day 1/18 National Peking Duck Day 1/19 National Popcorn Day 1/20 National Cheese Lover’s Day 1/20 National Buttercrunch Day 1/21 National Granola Bar Day 1/22 National Southern Food Day 1/22 National Blonde Brownie Day 1/22 National Hot Sauce Day 1/23 National Pie Day 1/24 National Peanut Butter Day 1/26 National Peanut Brittle Day 1/27 National Chocolate Cake Day 1/28 National Blueberry Pancake Day 1/30 National Croissant Day
january
A QUICK BITE OF THE MONTH WITH
COOKING METHOD slow roasting
Cooking food slowly over a long period of time, is typically done in a rounded, lidded pot on the stovetop or in the oven which infuses flavors gradually by simmering on low heat. This method is ideal for stews, soups, sauces, or tougher cuts of meat. Beef selections include chuck roasts, country style ribs and shoulder clod. Whole chickens and bone-in ducks are also best when prepared this way.
bay leaf is not eaten; often thought to bring out the flavors of other spices vs. having it’s own distinct flavor
rosemary a woodsy flavor with resinous piney notes, evergreen, lavendar, citrus, sage, and mint.
thyme a concentrated herbal flavor with sharp grass, wood, and floral notes
FLAVOR PROFILES
Spices used in slow roasting depend on the cut of protein and recipe, but adding thyme, bay leaves and rosemary, along with salt and pepper to sauteed onions and chopped garlic make a great spice base. Use dried spices in the recipe, and you can always add some fresh herbs for garnish.
CHEF’S SPECIAL:
NATIONAL DAYbagel FEATURING
JANUARY
15
BOARD
Butter Boards are a big rage these days. At a recent event, I created a variety of different boards using butter, cream cheese and goat cheese. Get creative and have fun by keep selections simple, as sometimes, it’s all about what you have already in your pantry that go well together. » Goat Cheese goes well with sweet things like raspberry, strawberry or orange preserves, as well as hot pepper jelly. Top with glazed walnuts and finish with chopped fresh basil! » Cream Cheese pairs well with pastrami smoked salmon, diced red onions and capers. Top with fresh dill and
Everything Bagel seasoning! » Butter can go in any direction… caramelized onions, prosciutto, shaved parmesan, fresh basil, sun dried tomatoes, diced pepperoni, salami, roasted garlic and a drizzle of pesto! » The possibilities are endless including utilizing a variety of breads and bagels to accompany any board.
PFG #259189 Smoked Pastrami Salmon 2/2-2.5LB
PFG #27054 83% Euro Syle Butter, unsalted 36/1LB
PFG # DESCRIPTION
PK/SZ
157189 Unsalted Butter AA 36/1 LB 246294 Cream Cheese Loaf 1/3 LB 999958 Cream Cheese Loaf 10/3 LB 513359 Plain Goat Cheese, log 2/2 LB
PFG # DESCRIPTION
PK/SZ
242830 Bay Leaves, whole 1/2 OZ 74727 Fresh Rosemary 1/6 OZ
855530 Fresh Rosemary 1/8 OZ 855509 Fresh Thyme 1/4 OZ 855511 Fresh Thyme 1/8 OZ
FEBRUARY 2023
S M T W Th F S
MAJOR FEBRUARY HOLIDAYS
2/14 Valentine’s Day
FEBRUARY CELEBRATIONS
National Potato Lover’s Month National Chocolate Lover’s Month National Macadamia Nut Month National Snack Food Month National Hot Breakfast Month National Grapefruit Month National Cherry Month
FEBRUARY NATIONAL FOOD DAYS
2/1 National Baked Alaska Day 2/2 World Crepe Day 2/3 National Carrot Cake Day 2/5 National Nutella Day 2/6 National Frozen Yogurt Day 2/7 National Fettucini Alfredo Day 2/9 National Pizza Day 2/13 National Tortellini Day 2/14 National Cream-Filled Chocolates Day 2/15 National Gumdrop Day 2/16 National Almond Day 2/17 National Cabbage Day 2/18 National Crab-Stuffed Flounder Day 2/19 National Chocolate Mint Day 2/20 National Cherry Pie Day 2/21 National Sticky Bun Day 2/21 National Pancake Day (IHOP) 2/22 National Cook a Sweet Potato Day 2/23 National Banana Bread Day 2/23 National Chili Day 2/24 National Tortilla Chip Day 2/25 National Clam Chowder Day 2/25 National Chocolate Covered Nut Day 2/26 National Pistachio Day 2/27 National Strawberry Day 2/ 28 National Chocolate Souffle Day
february A QUICK BITE OF THE MONTH WITH
FLAVOR PROFILE
star anise
warm, sweet, and spicy; to be used sparingly, in both sweet and savory dishes
PFG #598516 Star Anise
1/7.5 OZ
This star-shaped spice is the dried fruit of a small Asian evergreen tree (a member of the magnolia family). Harvested when it’s still green and unripe, it’s dried in the sun, where it develops its red-brown color and a sweet warm flavor that’s reminiscent of licorice, clove, fennel seed, and aniseed. Star Anise is used primarily in Vietnamese and Chinese cooking. Ground star anise is a dominant ingredient in Chinese five-spice powder. Despite its sweetness, star anise traditionally is used in savory recipes, particularly with meats. It often is added whole to soups, stews and braising broths, to which it adds a sweet-licoricepeppery flavor.
COOKING METHOD braising
Braising, the cooking of meat or vegetables by heating them slowly with oil and moisture in a tightly sealed vessel. Braising differs from stewing, in which the food is immersed in liquid, and from covered roasting, in which no liquid is added. Braising is a combination of covered roasting and steaming.
NATIONAL DAYpizza 9 FEBRUARY
CHEF’S SPECIAL: BBQ Smoked Brisket
PIZZA
February 9th is National Pizza Day and it’s all about the crust, which should be both crunchy and chewy. Sauce is boss so keep the tomato flavor clean and the spices light. Garlic, basil and oregano help the sauce gain extra flavor. Cheese costs the most but is the best part. Our premium BACIO pizza cheese (with a kiss of buffalo milk) has super-stretch capabilities, melts evenly and is loaded with creamy flavor. The # 1 topping is still pepperoni. Cup and char pepperoni adds little pockets of deliciousness to any pie. Try a BBQ Smoked Brisket pizza. Ladle a little Moonshine BBQ sauce, top with Ridgecrest Sliced Smoked Brisket, add the Corn and Jalapeno Corn blend and top with BACIO!
FEATURING
PFG #294204 Shredded Prem Mozzarella LMWM 6/5LB
PFG #803542 Smoked Beef Brisket FC, sliced 6/3.25LB
PFG #504916 Roasted Corn & Jalapeno 6/2.5LB
PFG #595176 Flatbread, Flour OO 12x5 48/3 OZ
PFG #484738 Moonshine BBQ Sauce 2/1GA
