Author: Anne Milneck (Anne Milneck)

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CHIPOTLE SLOW ROASTED SALMON

Slow-roasting salmon in olive oil leads to luxurious results. Rich salmon is seasoned with classic Seattle Salmon Blend, then we take a turn from the basics and baste with  our Chipotle Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Smoky warmth and savory flavors are the end result. Slow cooking preserves its delicate texture, ensuring moist, succulent fish. This...

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LENT ROUNDUP: SEAFOOD MEALS

Abstaining from meat for Lent? We’ve got you covered. Fish, shrimp and crawfish – they’re all here with very tasty results. Here are our favorite seafood recipes. Give them a try this lenten season! Fish Piccata Ready in a flash and so full of flavor, this quick fish piccata is all about building big, bright...

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FIVE LENTEN MEALS THAT AREN’T FISH

From tasty veggie tacos to big slabs of grilled cheese, lent doesn’t have to mean the same fish dinner each week. Flex your meatless muscles with these delicious hearty dishes. 1- Carrot Tacos Sheet Pan Suppers. Oh, how we love them. So much so that we talk about them in our Smidgen podcast. You’re subscribed, right?...

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TEQUILA LIME SHRIMP TACOS

These Tequila Lime Shrimp Tacos are an explosion of flavors. We called our Lime Margarita Salt over from the bar and asked for its help in the kitchen and seasoned the shrimp with the glass-rimming mixture. Seasoned shrimp get a quick dunk in tequila then they’re sizzled in a skillet. That big-time tangy brightness gets...

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SCOVILLE CHART FOR CHILES

What’s the hottest chile you have in the shop? We get that question so often! From modest Paprika to scary Ghost, we are here to answer all your searing questions. First up, Chili or Chile? Answer: yes to both. As you read recipes, blogs and cookbooks, you’ll see the words Chile, Chili and Pepper used...

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WHITE CHOCOLATE RASPBERRY LAVA CAKES

A customer once said, “When I see a long list of ingredients on a recipe, I close the tab.” Hold up! Hear us out. This recipe may look daunting, but it’s not. What’s more important: it is worth it! Here’s the plan: combine the uber-simple ganache. chill. Next, make oh-so-doable coulis. set aside. Then, start...

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French Kiss

Light, bubbly and fruity, this French Kiss cocktail is quick to make and fun to sip. Choose one our lip-smacking teas from our Berry Berry Delicious Herbal Tea Collection including our Berry Blast, Berries and Spice or Raspberry Patch Tea – any would work perfectly in this cocktail. And be sure you give them an extra...

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3 INGREDIENT PALMIERS

Palmiers, also known as elephant ears or butterfly cookies, are delicate pastries with a flaky, caramelized exterior. Originating in France, these treats are made by folding puff pastry layer – we use convenient store-bought, freezer-section puff pasty – with granulated sugar. In our version, we combine Vietnamese Cinnamon with granulated sugar for layering into the...

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VEGETARIAN PAD THAI

This quick, vibrant veggie-only is a taste and texture sensation that comes together in sub-30 minutes. A quick sauce with Sesame Stir Fry Blend and a handful of pantry staples brings together the dish. Rice noodles are wok-tossed with zucchini, carrot, shallot and garlic then garnished with crunchy peanuts and bright cilantro – a delightful,...

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SWEET POTATO & BLACK BEAN TACOS

Caramelized and sweetness meets rich earthiness in these veggie forward tex mex delights. Roasting sweet potatoes with our cumin-rich Cuban Spice Rub is one our favorite ways to bring out the best in the sugary tubers. Golden brown sweet potatoes are layered with spicy simmered black beans and drizzled a smoky poblano sauce. A taco...