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 Introducing Our Blog: Kettle's Edibles | |
We've teamed up with Rachel Begun, Registered Dietitian, to bring you Kettle's Edibles our new blog all about food and nutrition.
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Family Activity: Ideas on how you can recycle your bowls.
Did you know that every Kettle Cuisine soup bowl is made out of recyclable plastic?
Each bowl is made of #1 PETE which is the mostly widely accepted type of plastic when it comes to recycling.
However, if you are feeling adventurous before you put your plastics in the recycle bin- we've got some ideas on how you can recycle your bowls. With a little bit of imagination and a few basic supplies you can transform your used bowls into other fun, usable items.
Here's an idea for a one-of-a-kind Toy Bus that's easy to construct and fun to play with. | |
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Vegetarian Times: Foodie Awards
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Hooray! We were recently featured in Vegetarian Times as a runner up in their 2010 foodie awards!
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The Polls are open! We are very excited to be in the running for the Best Gluten-Free Prepared or Microwave Meals by Triumph Dining.
Help us make it to #1 by casting your vote. | | Cast Your Vote! |
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Attention Soup Fans!
If you are interested in participating in surveys or focus groups pertaining to new product development please email us back (simply reply to this email) and let us know. | |
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Happy Holidays! It's that time of the year- when every weekend is packed with holiday festivities including: work parties, family gatherings and get-togethers with good friends. And all those parties mean you sneak a lot of treats that you might not normally let yourself eat. Multiply all those cheats by the number of gatherings and you'll do a number to your waistline. But, fear not! We can help.
This issue is packed with information and tips including the feature story: Don't Deprive Yourself During the Holidays plus a recipe for an easy to prepare appetizer that is not only worth the splurge- it is sure to impress your friends and family, Chicken Chili with White Bean Dip by Chef Joseph. Thank you as always for being a part of our community and we hope you enjoy this issue of Soups On. |
| Don't Deprive Yourself During the Holidays: Focus on Fruits and Vegetables
by Rachel Begun, MS, RD
No one likes being deprived of their favorite foods during the holidays, but overeating fat and calorie-laden dishes doesn't exactly feel good either. So, how do you find a happy medium? It's easy, focus on fruits and vegetables.
I don't mean eating crudités for hors d'oeuvres, a green salad to replace all the fun side dishes and fruit salad for dessert. I'm talking about adding fruits and vegetables to the dishes you love, so as to lower their calorie content while getting fuller faster. The fiber and water content in fruits and vegetables make us feel full. Oh yeah, and let's not forget all the extra vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients you'll be getting.
Whether entertaining or being entertained, here are some tips to get you started:
Focus on fruits and veggies to add flavor and texture to appetizers
- Top crostini or crackers with sun-dried tomato jam or figs with goat cheese and honey
- To flavor and thicken dips with reduced fat and calories, add chopped veggies, like Chef Joseph does with his recipe for Chicken Chili with White Bean Dip (below)
- Make a veggie-only antipasto platter with roasted red peppers, eggplant, artichokes and olives
Sip and savor a vegetable-based soup, such as a roasted butternut squash or try this recipe for pumpkin ginger soup
Pick produce-packed sides:
- Make a stuffing with fruits or veggies. Celery, onions and fresh herbs are great for a more savory stuffing, while apples and cranberries add a touch of sweetness
- Choose vegetables in season for starchy sides, including: sweet potatoes, butternut and acorn squash, and pumpkin. Doctor them up with herbs and spices in lieu of marshmallows, syrups and sweeteners
- Get at least one green veggie on the table, but make it interesting. Roasted Brussels sprouts and braised cabbage are some great crowd-pleasing options
Indulge in fruit-based desserts:
- Offer seasonal favorites, such as apple or pumpkin pie, over desserts you can have any time of year, like cakes, cookies and brownies. If you want to lose the greatest source of fat and calories (the crust), make an apple crisp with light crumb or a pumpkin pudding parfait
- Make fruit the centerpiece with a roasted pear and caramel sauce
Depriving yourself during the holiday season is not only unnecessary, it can often backfire. Instead, find healthier twists on the traditional recipes you look forward to enjoying each year.
Let's tackle the holidays together- visit our Facebook Fan Page or respond to this email with your favorite recipes that are focused on fruits and vegetables and we'll post them for all of our fans to enjoy.
Rachel Begun, MS, RD is a registered dietitian and nutritionist with Celiac Disease. In addition to writing articles for Soup's On, she is the face behind Kettle Cuisine's blog, Kettle's Edibles. You can also follow Rachel on her own blog, The Gluten-free RD (glutenfreerd.wordpress.com), and on Twitter @RachelBegunRD.
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Chicken Chili with White Beans Dip
(with Kettle Cuisine Chicken Chili with White Beans)
by Chef Joseph Ascoli
This quick and simple recipe is hearty, satisfying and flavorful. Simple preparation makes this the perfect "in a pinch" snack for unexpected guests while the bright colors make it a festive appetizer to bring to a holiday gathering.
Ingredients:
1 bowl Kettle Cuisine Chicken Chili with White Beans
(10oz) (thawed overnight in the refrigerator)
2 oz. Red Bell Pepper, diced
2 oz. Yellow Bell Pepper, diced 
1 oz. Red Onion, diced
1 oz. Scallion, sliced into rings
1 tbsp. Cilantro, finely chopped
2 oz. Greek-style yogurt
Sea Salt, to taste
Fresh Black Pepper, to taste
Accompaniments:
Tortilla Chips
Corn Tortillas
Lime Wedges
Jalapeno Slices
Method of Preparation:
1. Combine all ingredients in a microwave-safe container
2. Place container in microwave and cook on high for one minute
3. Carefully remove container from microwave, and stir (using caution as the container may be hot)
4. Return container to microwave and cook on high for an additional minute or until hot
5. Carefully remove container from microwave, and stir again (using caution as the container may be hot)
6. Place container or transfer dip to a serving bowl on a heatproof plate
7. Serve with chips and additional garnishes as desired
* No microwave or have a little bit more time? You can also heat this dip in a saucepan on the stove top |
| Our Gift to You
As we wrap up 2011, we want to take a moment to thank you, all of our Souper fans for all of the support that you have given us throughout the year. Click on the link below to download your gift, a coupon that is good for $1.00 off your next retail purchase of 2 Kettle Cuisine Frozen Soups.
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