Recipe of the Week: Asparagus Gaucamole
One of the very first spring messengers of the garden is the perennial asparagus spear. Not only is asparagus a culinary delight, it is also a nutritional winner. In this recipe we used locally grown asparagus, DLM Texas Joe's Salsa, and served it with our new organic DLM Multigrain Tortilla Chips.
In our Food Service Department
New! DLM Cheddar Cheese Grits
Creamy grits and Cheddar cheese baked up golden brown is sure to win over even your most picky family members. Try this decidedly different side dish at your next BBQ or casual brunch!
New! DLM Adobe Salad
Black beans, fresh crunchy jicama, and the bright flavors of the Southwest spice up this salad. Try it with our organic DLM Multigrain Tortilla Chips or over our grilled chicken breasts.
In our Grocery Department
New! NOH Hawaiian Iced Tea
Imagine yourself sitting on the beach in Hawaii with the coconut trees swaying in the breeze and sipping a cold glass of iced tea. Now you can bring those daydreams to life with a packet of NOH Hawaiian Iced Tea with a hint of lemon. Just add the packet to a quart of water for a fabulous iced tea. For a refreshing twist, make a Royal Hawaiian Iced Tea by adding pineapple juice.
New! Don Sabrosa Natural Gourmet Salsa
A tasty and fun salsa, that is low in calories and high in health benefits, with a heat level to suit every taste. The gourmet salsa comes in hot and mild with Blueberries, Peaches, and Honey; Roasted Garlic; and Black Bean and Corn. It is an all natural product with no preservatives, low sodium, and is gluten free. It contains no water and no fillers of any kind. Everyone who is trying to manage their sodium, sugar, and fat intake and want to live healthier will benefit.
Upcoming Events
Beat the Heat with Root Beer Floats
Join us this Saturday, June 13 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for an old-fashioned root beer float. They are made with Edy’s Vanilla Ice Cream and Virgil’s Micro-Brewed Root Beer.
Click here for more upcoming events!
In our Frozen Department
New! Around the World Gourmet Italian Gluten Free Biscuits
The Columbus company started in 2005 and is an Ohio Proud member. They are dedicated to making all-natural, gluten-free products. You can heat up as many as use wish and return the rest of the 12-count package to the freezer.
In our Healthy Living Department
Food and Wellness “Myths” Presented by Lori Kelch, M.S., HNU
Lori will be discussing the benefits of eating “real food” and many of the misleading recommendations we receive from so called nutritional “experts.” Some of the topics Lori will cover include the myths of artificial sweeteners in weight loss, the role of “bad” cholesterol in heart disease, and the misleading myth that we should all be eating calcium-fortified foods. If you would like to learn more about these nutrition and wellness “myths,” join us Tuesday, June 16 from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Springboro community room. The cost is $10.00. To register click here or contact Kathy Stone at (937)748-6800.
At our School of Cooking
Easy Summer Entertaining
Easy and effortless is the way summer entertaining should be! Whether you are going to a vacation home, having special guests come for a visit, or bringing a dish for a party or a picnic, these tips will help you to make entertaining a breeze. Join Chef Jenn DiSanto as she shows you some secret tips and ideas to make the most of your summer get-togethers with the least amount of work. The menu includes: Roasted Vegetable and Goat Cheese Terrine – This incredible terrine looks great, tastes great, and is perfect because you make it ahead. A salad of Grilled Pears with Spiced Pecans and Mixed Baby Greens; Spiedinis of Chicken, Lamb, and Beef that has been marinated and then grilled – served with a creamy yogurt cucumber dip; Grilled Vegetable Medley with a drizzle of fresh herb and lemon zest purée; Dessert of Flan (South American caramel custard) with mixed berries. Thursday, June 18 • 6 – 9 p.m.
Food Safety Tip
Marinate meats in the refrigerator, not on the kitchen counter. Do not incorporate the used marinade to accent the finished product.
