Judy Brander

What's for Dinner? Hula-Hula Asian Pasta Salad 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 Tbsp. olive oil Hula-Hula Hawaiian Seasoning Blend... 1 box (454 g) rotini pasta 2 carrots 1 bunch (about 4 cups) fresh spinach, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped 1 jar (540 mL) mandarin oranges 4 green onions, chopped 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted Dressing: 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/3 cup soy sauce 1/3 cup rice vinegar 1 tsp. sesame oil 3 Tbsp. white sugar 1/4 tsp. ground ginger 1 Tbsp. Hula-Hula Hawaiian Seasoning Blend 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper 2 Tbsp. sesame seeds, toasted Preheat oven to 425F. Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, place on a foil-lined baking sheet and sprinkle lightly with Hula-Hula Hawaiian Seasoning Blend. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165F. Cool and shred or finely dice. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook according to package directions. Drain pasta, and rinse under cold water until cool. While the pasta is cooking, prepare the dressing. Combine vegetable oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, ginger, Hula-Hula Hawaiian Seasoning Blend, pepper, and sesame seeds in a jar or container. Place the lid on and shake until combined. Place cooled pasta in a large bowl. Using a vegetable peeler, discard the outer skin of your carrots and with the vegetable peeler, shred the carrots into ribbon-like pieces using the end of the carrot as a handle. Add carrots, spinach, chicken, red pepper, drained mandarin oranges and green onions to the large bowl with the cooled pasta. Just before serving, toss with desired amount of dressing and sliced almonds. #jbsunsetgourmet #asianpastasalad #makingmealtimeseasy

If you could choose to test out 1 which meal would you choose?

There is a lot of buzz out there about Sunset Gourmet and it’s happening from coast to coast. So many people are just discovering Sunset Gourmet for the first time and we continually hear how we are changing lives one meal at a time. Whether you enjoy casual dining, are looking to prepare a meal in under 30 minutes, or perhaps you are looking to create an elegant meal, we have you covered! We have something for every lifestyle style and something to suit every taste bud! Enjoy the recipes featured this month in our Gourmet Scoop Newsletter by clicking this link: https://sunsetgourmet.ca/.../The_Gourmet_Scoop_March_2021...

What's for Dinner? Bacon Wrapped Asparagus 20 medium stalks asparagus, trimmed 10 slices bacon 2 Tbsp. brown sugar (optional)... 3-4 Tbsp. Fresh Harvest Garlic Olive Oil Garlic Pepper with a Twist of Lime Preheat oven to 450F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Place a rack in the pan. Wrap a half-slice of bacon around asparagus, starting about an inch from the bottom of the tip. Set them, seamed side down, on the rack. If desired, lightly sprinkle brown sugar over bacon. Drizzle it all with oil, and sprinkle generously with Garlic Pepper with a Twist of Lime, to taste. Bake about 20-22 minutes or until bacon is lightly crisp. #jbsunsetgourmet #baconwrappedasparagus #makingmealtimeseasy

It’s Taco Tuesday! When tacos are on the menu, season your ground beef with Sriracha Ranch Dip Mix for exceptional spicy flavour! Tacos 1 lb. (.454 kg) ground beef or chicken 2 Tbsp. Sriracha Ranch Dip Mix... cup water cup tomato sauce Taco shells Your favourite toppings: Shredded lettuce, Salsa, Grated cheddar cheese, Green onions, Avocado, Sour cream, etc... Over medium heat, brown meat and season with Sriracha Ranch Dip Mix, add water and tomato sauce and simmer on low until sauce is reduced. Add cooked meat to taco shells and layer with your favourite toppings. #jbsunsetgourmet #tacotuesday #makingmealtimeseasy

What's for snack? Meyer Lemon Infused Olive Oil Hummus Over and over again we hear from our Consultants and Customers alike that once they experience cooking with Sunset Gourmet they can’t imagine life without Sunset in their kitchen. We take meals from ordinary to extraordinary with a shake, stir or drizzle. Drizzle our Meyer Lemon Infused Olive Oil over store-bought hummus! #jbsunsetgourmet #meyerlemonoil #meyerlemonoilhummus #yummyhummus

What's for Snack? Looking for a great bread dipper? Add some Italian Rustico Seasoning Blend to Fresh Harvest Garlic Olive Oil. #jbsunsetgourmet #breaddippers #makingmealtimeseasy

Whats for dessert? We finish up our culinary tour back home in Canada with this double decker of deliciousness cheesecake! Salted Caramel Oh! Canada Cheesecake 1 cup graham or Oreo crumbs 2 Tbsp. sugar (optional)... cup butter, melted 2 bricks (250 g) cream cheese, softened 1 large container Cool Whip, divided 1 pkg. Salted Carmel Dip & Dessert Mix 3 Tbsp. Oh! Canada Maple Hot Chocolate Mix 2 Tbsp. icing sugar Shaved chocolate, whipped cream and chocolate syrup for garnish, if desired Mix graham crumbs and sugar with melted butter and press in the bottom of a spring form pan. Bake for 7-8 minutes at 350F. Let cool. Combine 1 brick cream cheese with Salted Caramel Dip & Dessert Mix and 2 cups Cool Whip, combine well and spread on top of the cooled graham crust. Refrigerate. Combine 1 brick cream cheese with 2 cups Cool Whip, hot chocolate mix and icing sugar. Spread on top of first layer. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight, garnish and serve. #jbsunsetgourmet #makingmealtimeseasy #cheesecake

Whats for dinner? Spice up your day with a little Mexican heat! Chicken Enchiladas Sunset Style 7-8 large tortilla shells 4 chicken breasts, seasoned, cooked and shredded... 1 cup Peach & Mango Habanero Salsa 1 cup tomato sauce 1/3 cup cream Preheat oven to 350F. Grease a 9" x 13" baking dish. In a sauce pan combine Peach & Mango Habanero Salsa with tomato sauce, cream and Olé Taco Seasoning, simmer for 5 minutes, remove from heat. To assemble, lay a tortilla on a flat surface, and spread two tablespoons of sauce over the surface of the tortilla. Add some chicken in a line down the centre, then sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of cheese. Roll up and place in baking dish. Assemble the remaining enchiladas; then spread remaining sauce and cheese evenly over all. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes, until cooked through and the tortillas are slightly crispy on the outside. Serve garnished with toppings of your choosing. #jbsunsetgourmet #makingmealtimeseasy #mexicanfood

What's for Dinner? Complement your meal with this side dish that features the flavour of the Islands. Enjoy with any chicken, pork or fish entrée. Also great as a snack or add to a salad. Serve as a dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Fresh Grilled Pineapple ... 1 fresh pineapple 1 Tbsp. Hula-Hula Hawaiian Seasoning Blend Oil your grill, sprinkle your pineapple slices or spears with Hula- Hula Hawaiian Seasoning Blend and cook over medium heat for 5-10 minutes. #jbsunsetgourmet #makingmealtimeseasy #grilledpineapple

What's for dinner? Secret Pasta sauce! Our co-founder Audrey makes the most AMAZING pasta, so we asked her secret and she said we could share it with you! Trust us, it makes pasta taste unbelievable, but maybe don’t tell anyone, just let them wonder....

Who's looking for a fun Halloween treat to make with the kiddos? Spider Fudge Brownie Cupcakes 1 Box GLUTEN FREE Chocolate Lover’s Fudge Brownie Mix cup butter, melted 2 large eggs... 2 Tbsp. water Preheat oven to 325F. Coat mini-muffin pan bottoms with vegetable spray (do not use paper liners). Combine all ingredients together in a large bowl; stir until moist. Place teaspoonfuls of batter into the mini-muffin pan and bake 13-17 minutes at 325F. Remove from oven and let cool. Run a thin knife blade around the edge of muffin cups to release brownie bites. When cool prepare the icing of your choice and decorate in a Spooktacular Fashion with licorice legs and candy eyes!

What's for Dinner? Firecracker Chicken! Here is a sneak peek at one of our Freezer Meal Workshop recipes. There has never been a better time to try a Freezer Meal Workshop, as our kits are ON SALE all month long! Firecracker Chicken... Incredibly easy baked chicken recipe with the most delicious sweet and spicy sauce. Simple, quick, delicious and perfect for busy nights! (If you prefer a milder dish, omit the hot sauce and red pepper flakes.) 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 Tbsp. Oh! So Garlic cup olive oil cup soy sauce 2 Tbsp. brown sugar 1 tsp. Citrus Mojo Spice Blend OR Spicy Turmeric Seasoning Blend 1 tsp. black pepper 1 Tbsp. hot sauce (optional) 1 tsp. red pepper flakes (optional) Make Now: Pre-heat oven to 450F. In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients except chicken. Place chicken in a 9" x 13" baking dish and pour half the sauce over-top. Brush evenly over the entire surface. Flip the chicken breasts and pour remaining sauce over top; brush or spoon from the pan making sure chicken is fully covered. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165F. Remove from the oven and let rest for about 5 minutes before serving. Serve with your favourite side dish. Garnish with chopped green onion or chopped parsley, if desired. Chicken thighs or drumsticks can also be used. (On sale this week so buy today make it & freeze it!) Make ahead and Freeze: In a small bowl, whisk together all of the marinade/glaze ingredients. Place chicken breasts in a large freezer bag and pour marinade over-top. Seal bag, secure cooking instructions (above) and freeze. When ready to cook, thaw in the fridge overnight and follow cooking instructions above!

Let me help you with your What's for dinner dilemma? Message me for more info or to book a freezer meal workshop!