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Red Carpet Ravioli

Enjoy at your Academy Awards party Sunday, March 7!

 

1 ½ pounds cooked ground beef seasoned with 2 tablespoons Homemade Gourmet^® Garlic Basil Seasoning

4-1/2 cups Homemade Gourmet^® Homestyle Spaghetti Sauce, prepared

2 10-ounce packages frozen spinach, thawed and drained

2 9-ounce packages cheese-filled ravioli, prepared according to package directions

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

 

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 13x9x2 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray; set aside.
2. In large bowl, combine cooked beef, sauce and spinach; stir until well blended.
3. Spread half of meat sauce in prepared baking dish; arrange ravioli over sauce and top with remaining sauce.
4. Cover and bake 30 to 40 minutes until heated through. Remove from oven and sprinkle with cheese. Return to oven and bake uncovered for 5 to 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Assemble this elegant casserole and bake while celebrities "say cheese" on the red carpet; relax with a nice glass of Homemade Gourmet^® Zentastic Blackberry Jasmine Green Tea and any Homemade Gourmet^® cheesecake during the Oscars.

Find MORE great recipes for entertaining @  www.key2thekitchen.com

Order with me during the month of February, and enjoy a 20% savings on all products!

This sale includes the new Spring products, which won't be available to customers online until March 1st! To take advantage of this offer, email or phone me with your order.

Try the new entrees!

You'll love the new shakers!

And don't miss the desserts - one even has "amazing" in the name!

The Homemade Gourmet spring/summer product line is full of fresh, flavorful and fantastic seasonings, meals and recipes.

There are 13 brand-new mixes and 10 returning seasonal mixes in the line. Plus, we're really shaking things up by updating and improving the packaging on the categories of seasonings, dips and trios!

Updated, pantry-friendly packaging!

Forget that mess of floppy seasoning and dip mixes hidden in the back of your customers' pantries! We've implemented improved packaging in the seasoning, dips and trios categories and in an entirely new category - shakers! © The new seasoning and dip packaging features two individual plastic bags of product inside a box that stands up by itself. The box is in full, mouth-watering color and includes three recipes - the basic recipe, a 4 meals in 4 minutes™ "smoosh" meal and a third recipe. They're a better value! Now, two single-recipe sizes of Garlic Basil Seasoning, for example, cost $8.50 instead of $9. By the way, the product is sealed in a dated plastic bag so the box itself is not sealed, making it easy to check product "best by" dates.

© Five different trios are part of the new spring/summer line. These trios feature single-size bags of popular items from each category in a sampler-type box with a gabled top. Just like the double-pack boxes, these trio boxes are in full-color with recipes. They are perfect for customers who just can't choose between one mix or another, those who want to taste some of our most popular options and for gifts:

© Herb and Spice Trio ($12.75): Includes one single recipe size packet of each: Garlic Basil Seasoning, Kansas City Rub and Garlic Lemon Seasoning. #40.1035

© Fiesta Soup Trio ($16.50): Includes one single recipe size packet of each: Chicken Enchilada Soup Mix, Taco Soup Mix and Tortilla Soup Mix. #40.1036

© Dip Trio ($13.25): Includes one single recipe size packet of each: BLT Dip Mix, Jalapeño Bacon Cheddar Dip Mix and Mock Spinach Dip Mix. #40.1037

© Cheesecake Trio ($15): Includes one packet of each: Basic Cheesecake Mix, Cool Lemonade Cheesecake Mix and Amazing Amaretto Cheesecake Mix (more about this new mix below). #40.1034

© Tea Party Trio ($18): Includes Mojito Mint Tea, Strawberrilicious Vanilla Tea (more about this new tea below) and Zentastic Blackberry Jasmine Green Tea. #40.1039


© Check out our great new seasonings in an entirely new packaging - shaker containers! When you can't plan ahead and you don't have time to cook anything but pasta or eggs, these shakers come to the rescue! Have them handy at the stovetop and put them right on the table! They will be as indispensable as salt, pepper and ketchup!

© Tami's Garden Select Seasoning Shaker ($9.50): A fresh-flavored, all-purpose salt-free seasoning made from a garden blend of vegetables, herbs and spices. A perfect salt-free choice for anyone with concerns about sodium! Did we mention it is salt-free? #03.6003

© Mediterranean Medley Seasoning Shaker ($8): Shake on the finest flavors of the old country with this fresh blend of Mediterranean herbs and spices. #03.6002

© Pepper Pizzazz Seasoning Shaker ($8): The ultimate steak rub or anytime you want to add a little pepper pop to your meal. #03.6000

© Snappy Seasoned Salt Shaker ($8): This all-purpose seasoned salt is a superb flavor enhancer for all kinds of meats, vegetables, potatoes and more! #03.6001

Delicious details about the new products!

Besides those tasty shaker seasonings, the new spring/summer line offers some delicious additions to our line. Here's a little bit about each new product:

© Season 'n' Steam Orange Ginger Chicken Mix ($6.75): Includes steamer bag! Flavors from the East to your table in a flash! Add boneless skinless chicken breasts, and optional rice. Serves 6. #02.1006

© Rosemary Citrus Seasoning ($8.50): Double-pack box! Fresh and delicious on fish, chicken, steak and more! Add tilapia, olive oil, lemons. Each packet serves 6. #03.9008

© Roasted Tomato Salsa Mix ($8.50): Double-pack box! A mild, smoky flavor of grilled peppers and tomatoes. Add diced tomatoes and green chilies, and stewed tomatoes. Each packet yields: 3 cups. #05.9009

© Two new breakfast skillets ($6.75 each): Bring the family together at the beginning of the day or serve breakfast for dinner! Both the Presto Italiano Breakfast Skillet Mix and Tres Queso Breakfast Skillet Mix include potatoes. Substitute ground beef or turkey for a delightful dinner frittata. Add ground sausage, eggs and optional shredded cheese. Serves: 6. #02.8100 and #02.8101

© Strawberry Lemonade Squares Mix ($7.50): Take a "bite" out of your favorite strawberry lemonade! A real sweet and tangy treat. Add butter, eggs, and optional powdered sugar. Serves 24. #08.4000

© Two delicious new cheesecake options ($5 each): Tropicolada Cheesecake Mix is a light, tropical treat! And Amazing Amaretto Cheesecake Mix is a smooth and creamy cheesecake with just the right hint of sweet almonds. Add cream cheese, whipped topping, and graham cracker crust. Serves 8. #08.1001 and #08.1000

© Strawberrilicious Vanilla Tea ($6): A loose-leaf brewed tea with smooth vanilla and strawberry flavors. Delicious hot or can be served cold. Each bag yields 3 gallons. #07.7411


Cool meal solutions!

We have also bundled up some of our favorite summer time selections, so be sure to offer these to all of your customers who want to know where to start:

© Simple Salad Suppers ($23.25): Keep the kitchen cool with these three delicious dinner options including a delicious dessert! Includes: Tropical Chicken Salad Mix, Garlic Pesto Pasta Mix, Orange Vinaigrette Mix and Tropicolada Cheesecake Mix. #40.1033

© Taste of Tuscany Collection ($26.25): Take your taste-buds on a three-course Italian adventure from appetizer, main course & side dish through dessert! Includes: Sun-Dried Tomato Dip Mix (double pack), Garlic and Parmesan Bread Dippin' Mix, Garlic Pesto Pasta Mix, and Amazing Amaretto Cheesecake Mix. If you can't afford to fly to Italy, this might be the next best thing! #40.1043.

© Mexican Fiesta Feast ($27.75): This three-course Tex-Mex menu is family favorite fare that is full flavored yet mild enough for everyone! Includes: Maria's Salsa Mix (double pack), Season 'n' Steam Fajita Mix, Skillet Tex-Mex Dinner Mix, and Cinnamon Sopapilla Mix. #40.1042

© Delicious Diabetic Dinners ($55.50): Five diabetic-friendly meals in one box! Includes: Season 'n' Steam Fajita Mix, Maria's Salsa Mix (double pack), Old Fashioned Meatloaf Mix, Mom's Smashed Potatoes Mix, Louisiana Gumbo Mix, Three Cheese Garlic Biscuit Mix, Tropical Chicken Salad Mix and Black Bean Salsa Mix (double pack). #40.1040

© 4 meals in 4 minutes™ Collection and Homemade in a Hurry Collection updated, too: The contents and value of the Homemade in a Hurry Collection has been adjusted to reflect the double-pack packaging of included seasonings and dips and, in Homemade in a Hurry, some new seasonal offerings. And now both have the same retail price: $140! The new 4 meals in 4 minutes™ Collection has a $169.50 value and the new Homemade in a Hurry Collection has a $163.75 value.

© Let's Make Dinner! Collection ($69.50) now has 15 single-recipe mixes to make 19 meals (Old Fashioned Meatloaf Mix has been removed). Includes updated meal planner and "Great-Tasting Meals in Minutes" DVD.

Returning seasonal products, too!

The following favorites are returning seasonal products - so good, we had to bring them back:

© Mediterranean Pasta Salad Mix ($7): Includes pasta! Special herbs and real sun-dried tomato bits makes this pasta salad bold and flavorful. Add mayonnaise, balsamic or red wine vinegar and optional-choice of fresh add-ins. Serves 8. #02.8003

© Cilantro Lime Chicken Salad Mix ($6): Includes black beans! Specially blended spices and black beans combine with chicken and veggies for a fiesta of flavors! Add water, chicken, olive oil, lime juice, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, corn and tortilla chips. Serves 8. #02.8007

© Orange Vinaigrette Mix ($4.50): This tangy and sweet flavor of orange is the zest your salad has been missing! Add oil and white vinegar. Yields: 1 cup. #11.0500

© Raspberry Velvet Fruit Dip ($10 double-pack box): Creates a smooth, fruity dressing for your favorite fruit or green salad. #05.9008.

© Lemon Poppy Seed Seasoning ($8.50 double-pack box): Creates a smooth, fruity dressing for your favorite fruit or green salad. #05.9008.

© Cool Lemonade Cheesecake Mix ($5): As refreshing as a glass of cold lemonade on a hot day! Add cream cheese, whipped topping and graham cracker crust. Serves 8. #08.0984

© Carrot Cake with White Chocolate Frosting ($7.50): A very moist cinnamon spice cake with a dreamy, creamy white chocolate buttercream frosting. A convenient all-in one cake and frosting mix. Add oil, strained carrots, eggs, crushed pineapple, cream cheese and butter. Serves 12. #08.1685

© Peanut Butter Cookie Mix ($6): A moist and chewy favorite for peanut butter lovers of all ages! Add shortening, peanut butter, milk, and egg. Yields: 3 dozen. #08.7410

© Passion Fruit Margarita Mix ($6.50): Add tropical fruit juice, ice and optional tequila. Yields four 48-ounce pitchers. #07.0005

© Mango Tea ($15): A superb Southern-style instant sweet tea. Each mix yields 2 gallons #07.9002.

By the way, Raspberry Tea and Peach Tea will also be packaged in 2-gallon sizes for $15 each. The one-gallon packages of Raspberry and Peach Tea will be available only while supplies last in February.

By the way, we normally we scale back the soups we offer in the Spring/Summer Product Catalog, but this year, we are dropping only two soups from the spring/summer catalog (Creamy Corn Chowder and Beef & Barley). Why? Northern states have a longer winter, therefore the demand for and interest in soup has a longer season than down South.

NEW SMOOSH MEAL IDEA! from consultant Rachel Pepe: QUESO CHICKEN Ingredients: 3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 10.5-oz cheddar cheese soup 1 soup can water 7 TB HG Tortilla Soup Seasoning Combine all ingredients in gallon sized freezer bag, SMOOSH & label. BAKE: 350* for 45 mins. or until meat juices... run c...lear. CROCK POT: dump contents of bag & cook on low for 6-8 hours. Enjoy!

Order YOUR Favorites under Soups or Product of the Month TODAY!

Also back by popular demand for this special offer...No Alarm Chili Mix!

Taco Soup Mix - $5.50 $4.68

Taco Soup Pantry Staple - $16.00 $13.60 Equivalent to 7 mixes!

Tortilla Soup Mix - $5.50 $4.68

Tortilla Soup Pantry Staple - $16.00 $13.60 Equivalent to 7 mixes!

Chicken Enchilada Soup Mix - $5.50 $4.68

Chicken Enchilada Soup Pantry Staple - $18.00 $15.30 Equivalent to 7 mixes!

Jalapeño Ole Soup Mix - $6.00 $5.10

Baked Potato Soup Mix - $6.00 $5.10

Tomato Basil Soup Mix - $6.00 $5.10

No Alarm Chili Mix - $6.00 $5.10 Limited Edition, January Only!

Creamy Corn Chowder Mix - $6.50 $5.53

Chicken Noodle Soup Mix - $6.50 $5.53

Hearty Beef and Vegetable Soup Mix - $6.75 $5.74

Beef and Barley Stew Mix - $6.75 $5.74

Each of these mixes are delicious made according to label directions OR you can choose one of the special soup recipes found in the Key to the Kitchen recipe database!

Recipe Search by Menu/Meal Type - Soup...over 60 sensational soup recipes! 

Visit my consultant's website here:  FamilyMealsForYou.com

Happy New Year!  Hope 2010 is treating you well andI hope you had a wonderful holiday season.

More news about the 1/2 Marathon.  General lottery closed yesterday and winners will be announced today and I'm thinking many interested runners will be looking for alternative teams to join if they didn't get one of the spots. The Fresh Air Fund team still has spots available!

The Fresh Air Fund is looking for runners and sponsors to join the Fresh Air Fund-Racers team for the NYC Half-Marathon this coming March 21st. This is a great way to participate in NYC's premier summer road race while helping Fresh Air Fund children.

Over the last year, support from friends like you helped them give nearly 10,000 inner-city children country experiences that they're still talking about! They rely on donations this time of year to keep their programs strong for the summer months, and helping children is a cause that I'm sure you are interested in.  You can learn more here:

http://freshairholiday.org

If you're interested you can learn more & register here: REGISTER

Warm Up Your Dinner Table with Easy Meal Solutions!

 January J.A.M. (Just Add Meat)

For anyone in my local area, here’s an opportunity to purchase up to 12 different entrees to take home to your family. These entrees will come to you in freezer bags, containing all the ingredients (except the meat) for a delicious home-cooked entrée that feeds 4+ with leftovers. You simply J.A.M. (Just Add Meat)!  It will also include freezer labels with preparation instructions, and leftover ideas. Most of these entrees can be slow-cooked! Just take the entree out of your freezer in the morning, put it into your slow-cooker on low, and you will come home to a hot, home-cooked meal, ready and waiting for you! Free assembly service with your order.

Please call or email me your order so we can coordinate a date for pick up/drop off.

  HOW MUCH? Only $6.00 Per Entree!!

 Did you know that a family of 4 dining at Olive Garden 8 times spends around $480? Eight pizza deliveries cost about $200! Eight trips to McDonalds run about $180! What I’m offering is a fabulous deal! Plus it’s a great chance to save time, eat healthier meals at home and stretch your grocery budget!

 This Month’s Menu Includes:
(Pick and Choose The Entrees You Want)

Kansas City BBQ Pork or Chicken – Enjoy a tangy, traditional BBQ flavor inspired by the great "rib joints" of Kansas City.  You can add pork or chicken.  Can be baked, slow cooked or grilled.

Cilantro Citrus Chicken – Along with the sweetness of pineapple, cilantro naturally boosts the flavor of lemon in this distinctive and delicious marinade.  Can be baked, slow cooked or grilled.

Chicken Enchilada Marinated Chicken - Authentic chicken enchilada flavor!  Serve with refried beans, chips, salsa and rice…you’ll think you’re at a Mexican restaurant!  Can be baked or slow cooked. (*Diabetic Friendly)

Italian Mozzarella Round Steak –Seasoned with Italian spices and mozzarella cheese puts a new spin on an American favorite! Can be baked or slow cooked. Best prepared in the slow cooker.  (*Diabetic Friendly)

 Italian Mozzarella Chicken –Seasoned with Italian spices and mozzarella cheese puts a new spin on an American favorite! Can be baked or slow cooked. (*Diabetic Friendly)

Garlic Basil  Pork or Chicken –  Our Garlic Basil seasoning mix, with tomatoes is so full of flavor and so healthy!  This will quickly become a family favorite! You can add Chicken or Pork Chops. Can be baked, slow cooked or grilled. (*Diabetic Friendly)

Grandmother’s Sunday Pot Roast – Just like it sounds. Flavorful and simple. You can make this entrée with either pork or roast.  Add one 3-4 lb. Beef or Pork Roast.  Slow-cook.

Margarita Chicken or Pork – Our Garlic Lemon seasoning with the flavor of a Margarita (no alcohol included!) The light and refreshing flavor of lemon with a hint of garlic.  You can make this with chicken, pork, shrimp or fish.   Bake or Slow cook.

Southwest Chicken - Our Southwest seasoning mix, with tomatoes is so full of flavor and so healthy! You can add chicken, pork, beef, fish or shrimp. Serve over rice for a south of the border meal. Can be Baked or Slow-cooked.

Asian Pork Tenderloin – Uses a combination of our Garlic Lemon seasoning, soy sauce and honey for out of this world flavor! This is best prepared in the Slow-cooker.

Home Style Spaghetti Sauce – This is an easy slow-cooker meal. Just add browned burger and you will have a delicious sauce to be served over your favorite pasta for a flavorful Italian dinner. 

 Honey Chipotle Chicken or Pork - This sweet, smoky and spicy dish will have them craving more! Add 2-3 lbs. Chicken or Pork. Can be baked, grilled or slow  cooked.  

 Yvette Mason
Homemade Gourmet®
Meal Planning Consultant #848324

Phone: 304-262-4337
Email me at: FamilyMeals@comcast.net

No-Stress Meals!
~ 10 Products for Fast and Fabulous Meals ~

Time is precious during the hustle and bustle of the holidays so this month’s featured product bundle will create delicious meals... in minutes! Ten mixes/seasonings will create mouth-watering meals that everyone will enjoy and will keep you on schedule without sacrificing family meal time!

Available December 1 through December 31, 2009.

The Meals in Minutes Bundle includes 1 each of unless otherwise noted:

• Homemade Gourmet^® Skillet Fried Rice Mix
• Homemade Gourmet^® Homestyle Spaghetti Sauce Mix
• Homemade Gourmet^® Taco Soup Mix
• Homemade Gourmet^® Garlic Lemon Seasoning
• Homemade Gourmet^® Garlic Basil Seasoning
• Homemade Gourmet^® Kansas City Rub
• Homemade Gourmet^® Season ‘n’ Steam Fajitas Mix
• Homemade Gourmet^® Southwest Seasoning
• Homemade Gourmet^® Black Bean Salsa Mix
• Homemade Gourmet^® Maria’s Salsa Mix

Want to learn more?  Visit my Homemade Gourmet Website HERE.

I hope you're doing well this holiday season. The Fresh Air Fund is looking for runners and sponsors to join the Fresh Air Fund-Racers team for the NYC Half-Marathon this coming March 21st. This is a great way to participate in NYC's premier summer road race while helping Fresh Air Fund children.

Over the last year, support from friends like you helped them give nearly 10,000 inner-city children country experiences that they're still talking about! They rely on donations this time of year to keep their programs strong for the summer months, and helping children is a cause that I'm sure you are interested in.  You can learn more here:

http://freshairholiday.org

De-Stress Your Holidays with Easy Meal Solutions!

 

December J.A.M. (Just Add Meat)

 

Here’s an opportunity to purchase up to 12 different entrees to take home to your family. These entrees will come to you in freezer bags, containing all the ingredients (except the meat) for a delicious home-cooked entrée that feeds 4+ with leftovers. You simply J.A.M. (Just Add Meat)!  It will also include freezer labels with preparation instructions, and leftover ideas. Most of these entrees can be slow-cooked! Just take the entree out of your freezer in the morning, put it into your slow-cooker on low, and you will come home to a hot, home-cooked meal, ready and waiting for you! Free assembly service with your order. Please call or email your order by:

 

Order by Tuesday, December 8^th for pickup on Friday, December 11^th

Order by Tuesday, December 15^th for pickup on Friday, December 18^th

 

HOW MUCH? Only $6.00 Per Entree!!

 

Did you know that a family of 4 dining at Olive Garden 8 times spends around $480? Eight pizza deliveries cost about $200! Eight trips to McDonalds run about $180! What I’m offering is a fabulous deal! Plus it’s a great chance to save time, eat healthier meals at home and stretch your grocery budget!

 

This Month’s Menu Includes: (Pick and Choose The Entrees You Want)

 

Kansas City BBQ Pork or Chicken – Enjoy a tangy, traditional BBQ flavor inspired by the great "rib joints" of Kansas City.  You can add pork or chicken.  Can be baked, slow cooked or grilled.

Cilantro Citrus Chicken – Along with the sweetness of pineapple, cilantro naturally boosts the flavor of lemon in this distinctive and delicious marinade.  Can be baked, slow cooked or grilled.

Chicken Enchilada Marinated Chicken - Authentic chicken enchilada flavor!  Serve with refried beans, chips, salsa and rice…you’ll think you’re at a Mexican restaurant!  Can be baked or slow cooked. (*Diabetic Friendly)

Italian Mozzarella Round Steak –Seasoned with Italian spices and mozzarella cheese puts a new spin on an American favorite! Can be baked or slow cooked. Best prepared in the slow cooker.  (*Diabetic Friendly)

 

Italian Mozzarella Chicken –Seasoned with Italian spices and mozzarella cheese puts a new spin on an American favorite! Can be baked or slow cooked. (*Diabetic Friendly)

 

Garlic Basil  Pork or Chicken –  Our Garlic Basil seasoning mix, with tomatoes is so full of flavor and so healthy!  This will quickly become a family favorite! You can add Chicken or Pork Chops. Can be baked, slow cooked or grilled. (*Diabetic Friendly)

Grandmother’s Sunday Pot Roast – Just like it sounds. Flavorful and simple. You can make this entrée with either pork or roast.  Add one 3-4 lb. Beef or Pork Roast.  Slow-cook.

 

Margarita Chicken or Pork – Our Garlic Lemon seasoning with the flavor of a Margarita (no alcohol included!) The light and refreshing flavor of lemon with a hint of garlic.  You can make this with chicken, pork, shrimp or fish.   Bake or Slow cook.

Southwest Chicken - Our Southwest seasoning mix, with tomatoes is so full of flavor and so healthy! You can add chicken, pork, beef, fish or shrimp. Serve over rice for a south of the border meal. Can be Baked or Slow-cooked.

 

Asian Pork Tenderloin – Uses a combination of our Garlic Lemon seasoning, soy sauce and honey for out of this world flavor! This is best prepared in the Slow-cooker.

 

Home Style Spaghetti Sauce – This is an easy slow-cooker meal. Just add browned burger and you will have a delicious sauce to be served over your favorite pasta for a flavorful Italian dinner. 

 

Honey Chipotle Chicken or Pork - This sweet, smoky and spicy dish will have them craving more! Add 2-3 lbs. Chicken or Pork. Can be baked, grilled or slow  cooked.  

 

Yvette Mason | Homemade Gourmet® Meal Planning Consultant #848324 |

Phone: 304-262-4337 | Email me at: FamilyMeals@comcast.net

Includes 8 Products!
~ 8 Enticing Flavors ~

CLICK HERE to see this month’s meal planner.

Savory soups simmering on the stove entice your family and friends to gather at the table for a delicious home-cooked meal. This bundle includes 8 delicious flavors to warm the heart, mind and soul. Enjoy them prepared according to label or use the Menu Planner for some super alternate recipes!

Available November 1 through November 30, 2009.

The Savory Soups Bundle includes 1 each of unless otherwise noted:

• Homemade Gourmet^® Creamy Corn Chowder Mix
• Homemade Gourmet^® Tomato Basil Soup Mix
• Homemade Gourmet^® Hearty Beef and Vegetable Soup Mix
• Homemade Gourmet^® Chicken Enchilada Soup Mix
• Homemade Gourmet^® Baked Potato Soup Mix
• Homemade Gourmet^® Louisiana Gumbo Mix
• Homemade Gourmet^® Chicken Noodle Soup Mix
• Homemade Gourmet^® Beef and Barley Stew Mix