cheese

New Products 5/22/19

May 22, 2019

This week we’ve added 12 new items to our inventory. First from Callebaut a Semi Sweet Chocolate. With more than 175 years of chocolate heritage, the Barry Callebaut group has an unparalleled blend of expertise in cocoa and chocolate. Next from Steve’s Snacks, we have 4 new products! Starting with a Maple Whoopie Pie, sweet silky soft maple cake with just the right amount of real maple syrup baked right in – sandwiched around a sweet creamy filling. A Double Chocolate Whoopie Pie, A chocolate lovers dream! Chocolaty goodness all around. Starting with the classic whoopie pie and fill it with a silky smooth chocolate filling. Next from Steve’s Snacks…

New Products 4/17/19

April 19, 2019

This week we’ve added 12 new products to our inventory. First from IBP we have a new Fresh Choice Beef Flank Steak. IBP for over 60 years has been a leading brand of traditional trim beef. Serve to your customers knowing it comes from quality. Next a Frozen Haddock Fillet from Packer. From ACS a Fryer Broaster Filter. Two new bags fro Bag Craft. Eco Paper Bags with windows. Available in two different sizes, and pack sizes. Featured in the photo above, from Packer a Shredded Parmesan Cheese. Farmland has a new Cotto Salami Deli cut, Premium taste and always Fresh. A new item from Rich’s, a Deluxe White Roll Dough. From Cascade a soft 2ply Toilet Tissue, pre wrapped. And lastly 35lb Canola Oil High Oleic Carrier from Ultima.

Chef’s Pantry: Cheese Curds

March 18, 2019

A cheese curd is essentially the cheese solids that remains after being separated, or cut, from the whey in the cheese making process. Cheese curds as we know them are a young un-aged, unformed cheese…

New Products 2/13/19

February 13, 2019

This week we’ve added 9 items into inventory. First a Fresh Ricotta Cheese from Calabro, available in a 3lb pack. Next, one of our favorites, Ground Pork Chorizo, antibiotic free from Beeler. Great product to add a little flare to any dish. From Packer, we’ve added a new 8 oz Boneless, Skinless chicken breast. Next from Fontanini a new Natural Raw Meatball Mix, frozen. Very versatile product that can be used in numerous lunch and dinner combinations. Ken’s now has Italian Golden Dressing available in the 32 oz bottle. We also have 2 new Take-Out bags, 1 from Noaxe and the other from Duro. Both with handles, and reusable. From Ace Bakery, we’ve added a Ciabatta Lunga Bread roll, adding an artisan touch to your dish. And last, a Large Kaiser Roll from Costanzo’s Bakery.

Fun with Flatbread

February 5, 2019

Last month the Maine School Nutrition Association (MSNA) invited our very own Chef Tim to do a breakout presentation a their annual Winter Food Show. Tim showed the attendees some fun ways to get creative with flatbread!

Poutine Potato Cups

January 23, 2019

This recipe captures the wicked-craveable flavors of a French-Canadian classic. That of course, is the cheese curd covered and gravy smothered French fry dish known as poutine. This poutine dish however is prepared uniquely, in a fried potato cup.

Make Mac & Cheese a Signature

December 4, 2018

Macaroni and cheese is one of those craveable, widely popular foods—beloved by kids and adults alike—that can be turned into a signature dish your customers will visit you specifically to order.

Sesame Beef Naco

November 6, 2018

Curious about the name? Well, the use of naan bread to create a taco equals – naco – naturally! Cafe H, Korean BBQ Beef is the perfect catalyst for an easy and flavorful twist on a traditional taco. This recipe uses naan in place of tortillas or shells, a warm and soft handheld alternative to its corn-based counterpart.

Chile Smoked Brisket, Grits and Eggs

October 18, 2018

A savory breakfast of smoked garlic serrano beef brisket, spicy cheesy grits and fried eggs.

Chicken Fried Pork

October 18, 2018

Large breaded pork cutlet served with serrano chili cream gravy, garlic mashed potaotes and secret weapon grilled vegetables.

Cabo Burger

October 18, 2018

Ground chuck grilled beef patty top with pepper-jack, cheddar cheese, chorizo sausage, grilled onions, avocado, tomato and lettuce on a toasted sesame seed bun with garlic serrano aioli.

Cheesy Bacon Tater Tot Pie

October 18, 2018

Deep fried tater tots, topped with cheddar cheese, applewood bacon, and chives. Baked, and finished with a drizzle of the Kogi salsa roja.

Baja Chicken Sandwich

October 18, 2018

Fried chicken topped with pepper jack cheese, grilled onions, house-made pickles, lettuce, garlic serrano cream gravy, garlic serrano mustard and salsa roja aioli on a toasted sesame seed bun.

Deuces Wild Quesadilla

September 24, 2018

Savory salsa roja chicken served on grilled flour tortilla with jalapenos, lime, tomatoes, cilantro, cheddar jack cheese and smoky bacon.

Pig Pile with Salsa Roja and Ranch

September 24, 2018

Fresh fried chips layered with pulled pork, bacon, sausage, slaw, pickles and cheese. Baked and drizzled with salsa roja and ranch dressing.

East LA Tachoes

September 20, 2018

Fried tater tots with Kogi Salsa Roja, grilled carne asada, fresh jalapenos, tomatoes, green onions, cilantro and drizzled with Salsa Roja.

Breakfast Focaccia with Salsa Roja

September 20, 2018

Focaccia topped with cheddar cheese, sausage, bacon, roasted red peppers and a sunny side egg.

The Butcher Block Deluxe

September 19, 2018

A toasted brioche roll with Salsa Roja mayonnaise, thinly sliced beef, cheddar cheese topped with a horseradish slaw.

Steak and Eggs Breakfast Tacos

September 10, 2018

There’s no wrong time for tacos, even during breakfast and brunch! These steak and egg breakfast tacos topped off with guacamole, sour cream and salsa will give your AM crowd a dish to rave about all day long!

Beefed Up Mac & Cheese

September 10, 2018

Melt-in-your-mouth flavor will keep this dish flying out of the kitchen. This recipe uses shredded Pot Roast to elevate Mac & Cheese to a whole other level.

New Products 9/5/18

September 6, 2018

This week we’ve added 16 new items to our inventory. Starting in the bakery category, we’ve added a Jr. Gourmet Burger Bun from Piantedosi and 4 new gourmet items from Ace Bakery. From BAF we’ve added instant Sweet Potato Pearls. In appetizers, from Brew City come new IPA Beer Battered Gouda & Mozzarella Cheese Bites. From Bob’s Red Mill we’ve added potato flour. From Ruffles, we’ve added a baked version of their popular Sour Cream & Cheddar potato chips. We’ve added 4 new snack items from Zee Zees that children and school food directors alike will love! Lastly, in non foods we’ve added 3 new items. From QCC come premium quality, clay-coated white bakery boxes made from recycled materials. From Cambro we’ve added a Kelly-Green lid for 2 and 4 quart foodservice containers. And, from Duro we’ve added a kraft brown paper bags with handles.

Squish Squash Lasagna

August 16, 2018

This savory recipe is made with slightly sweet tomato sauce deliciously tucked between layers of whole-wheat lasagna noodles, butternut squash, and spinach, all nestled under part-skim mozzarella cheese.

Stir-Fried Green Rice, Eggs and Turkey Ham

August 16, 2018

Inspired by a popular children’s book with similar title, this hot main dish creatively combines brown rice, spinach, eggs and ham to create a great wholesome meal that satisfies the pickiest of eaters.

Crispy Vegetable Latin Chicken Club

August 13, 2018

A fresh and flavorful twist on the classic club sandwich, featuring grilled chicken, a homemade black bean spread and fresh vegetables.

Smokin’ Chicken Nachos

August 13, 2018

Spicy Jalapeno cheese sauce and smoked chicken meet up for the ultimate Smokin’ Chicken nachos. Customers will be ordering another round of drinks because these nachos bring the flavor and the heat.