Thursday, March 16, 2017

Lemon Pepper Grain Stuffed Zucchini :: Chef Mark Cleveland @ Ready.Chef.GO! ::



































 

Microwave high for 4 mins or 450 oven for 25 to 35 mins
1-2 servings each in 2 bags

3 Medium Zucchini or Yellow Squash
1 1/2 Cup Cooked Mixed Grain Medley
1/2 Cup Favorite Veggies, diced (I used mixed colorful sweet peppers)
2/3 Cup Favorite Greens, chiffonade (I used romaine)
1/4 Cup Scallion, sliced
1 1/2 Tsp Seasoned Lemon Pepper, Everson
2 Tbs EVOO
1 Small Citrus, sliced (I used a small blood orange)

Citrus, avocado & salsa for garnish

Cut the squash in half lengthwise & use a melon baller to scoop out the flesh all the way down the center of each half.  Cut a thin strip off the bottom to make them stable to stand up easily.  Stir together all the stuffing ingredients and season w/ lemon pepper and EVOO.  Load the stuffing into each zucchini half and press in slightly to create a firm squash boat.  Put three halves into each bag & garnish w/ citrus slices.  Seal bags

REHEATING INSTRUCTIONS: Microwave high for 4 mins or 450 oven for 25 to 35 mins.  Let rest for 2 mins before opening the bag.  Garnish w/ fresh avocado & salsa. 

NOTE:  Ready.Chef.GO! bags allow for excellent texture in the microwave & fast high heat cooking in the oven.  The results are always succulent & tender.  You’ll taste the difference.  Showcase the variety of summer squashes as they come into season in your produce department.  Use any variety of grains from high protein blends w/ legumes, all gluten free blends, exotic rice mixes, etc.  


POINT OF SALE DISPLAY:  Showcase the full range of summer squash in your produce department in this display & add a variety of cooked grain medleys.  Add heat & serve main dishes from your deli to sell and promote these bagged squash as a vegan main dish or vegetable side dish.  Add grated cheeses, fresh salsas, ripe avocadoes, flavored salt & spice blends, hot & black pepper spice blends & hot sauces to your display.  Promote white & rose wines, light fruity beers & gourmet still & sparkling non alcohol beverages.  Add hearty desserts with custard or chocolate, or both like Boston cream pie.  






Eating Healthy & Delicious is a Win Win Win Situation!
Eat, Live & Party Well
Blog post by Chef Mark Cleveland

Avanti is the longstanding leader in organic, sustainable, local, flavorful cuisine in Orange County, CA.

Meaning 'forward' in Italian, Avanti Natural is a culinary philosophy that integrates the best of traditional European and Asian healthful eating with the latest nutritional information for optimum health.

At Avanti Natural, we believe that you don't have to sacrifice taste to eat healthy.  You can Eat Well & Live Well.  Follow us on social media to see what Avanti is up to now.  We are Whole Foods Experts.  Post photos of your versions of Avanti Natural recipes on our Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter and YouTube pages.  Check our blog on the website for how to recipe blogs.  We’re excited to see and share your culinary creativity!

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Pesto Potatoes & Peppers w/ Clams :: Chef Mark Cleveland @ Ready.Chef.GO! ::
























Microwave power level 8 for 5 1/2 to 6 mins or 450 oven or 25 to 30 mins
2 servings per 1 bag

1/2 Pound Small Potatoes, boiled
1/4 Pound Sweet Peppers
2/3 Cup Pesto
Salt & Pepper to taste
1 Pound Clams
1 Small Lime

Cut the potatoes & peppers into bite sized shapes & toss w/ the pesto & salt & pepper to taste.  Load into bag.  Top w/ fresh clams.  Slice the small lime and arrange around the clams, on top of the potato pesto mix.  Seal the bags for sale.

REHEATING INSTRUCTIONS: Microwave power level 8 for 5 1/2 to 6 mins or 450 oven or 25 to 30 mins, until the clams are open.  Let rest for 2 mins before opening the bag.

NOTE:  Ready.Chef.GO! bags allow for excellent texture in the microwave & fast high heat cooking in the oven.  The results are always succulent & tender.  You’ll taste the difference.  Rotate a variety of pesto flavors, potatoes & peppers.  Make this dish a rotating feast for the eye.  Use all sorts of peak season vegetables & seafood.  This classic version has craveability potential with customers picking it up weekly.


POINT OF SALE DISPLAY:  Build this display as an ongoing enticement.  This version w/ golden potatoes, sweet peppers & classic Genovese pesto starts the promotion.  Along side showcase weekly variations with flavored pesto, heirloom potato, seasonal vegetable & seafood options.  Add fresh salad fixings w/ dressings, breads, croutons, salad vegetables, fruits & nuts.  Add a full selection of great fresh bakery breads, both whole & sliced loaves with signage saying “Take home a loaf of fresh bread to soak up all these seafood pesto goodness in each bag.”  Display other gourmet seafood products like smoked salmon and cured fish as well as charcuterie.  Market w/ fresh crisp gourmet sodas, juices & ice teas.  Add a display of fresh fruit, gluten free & light desserts.  
















Eating Healthy & Delicious is a Win Win Win Situation!
Eat, Live & Party Well
Blog post by Chef Mark Cleveland

Avanti is the longstanding leader in organic, sustainable, local, flavorful cuisine in Orange County, CA.

Meaning 'forward' in Italian, Avanti Natural is a culinary philosophy that integrates the best of traditional European and Asian healthful eating with the latest nutritional information for optimum health.

At Avanti Natural, we believe that you don't have to sacrifice taste to eat healthy.  You can Eat Well & Live Well.  Follow us on social media to see what Avanti is up to now.  We are Whole Foods Experts.  Post photos of your versions of Avanti Natural recipes on our Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter and YouTube pages.  Check our blog on the website for how to recipe blogs.  We’re excited to see and share your culinary creativity!

Pinterest

Full Portfolio




https://readychefgobags.com/recipes-home/

Youtube

Avanti Natural


Avanti Café


Facebook





Twitter


Instagram


Avanti Natural Website & Blog




linkedin


Pasta Fagioli Video https://vimeo.com/133115733