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Asian-style Coleslaw with Japanese Dressing

Asian-style Coleslaw with Japanese Dressing

Tip: Try this Asian-style coleslaw with sliced beef stir-fried with teriyaki sauce and served with rice.

1 red capsicum
2 spring onions
450g pack FreshZone Herbslaw Salad Pack
½ cup roasted peanuts
125ml bottle Krispkut Saison Japanese Style Vinaigrette

Finely slice the red capsicum and spring onions.
Place the Freshzone Herbslaw Salad Pack into a salad bowl. Add the capsicum slices, spring onions and peanuts. 
Add the Krispkut Saison Japanese Style Vinaigrette and toss to combine. Garnish with extra peanuts. Serve immediately.
Serves 6 as a side dish.
 

Please note: these recipes have been supplied by Foodtown Magazine and use the old Dressing names.



Baby Carrot Kebabs

Baby Carrot Kebabs

Makes 8 kebabs.

300g bag Farmer Bill's Baby Peeled Carrots
50g shaved ham
50g cheese, cut into cubes

Thread the Farmer Bill’s Baby Peeled Carrots onto kebab sticks alternately with rolled, shaved ham and cheese cubes.
For school lunch boxes, wrap the kebabs in plastic wrap or baking paper.



Baby Spinach & Chorizo Tarts

Baby Spinach & Chorizo Tarts

Makes 4. April/May 10 Issue 52

130g bag KrispKut™ Baby Spinach
1 sheet puff pastry, just thawed
1 medium chorizo sausage, thinly sliced
2 eggs, lightly beaten
½ cup sour cream
2 tablespoons milk
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
50g semi-dried tomatoes, drained and sliced
¼ cup grated parmesan
125ml bottle KrispKut™ Blue Cheese Dressing

Preheat the oven to 200ºC. Place half of the spinach in a bowl and cover it with boiling water. Leave to stand for 2 minutes and drain well. Set aside.
Cut the pastry sheet into quarters and line the bases and sides of four 8cm x 2cm fluted tart tins with the pastry, allowing the sides to overhang. Place the tart tins on an oven tray and refrigerate them while preparing the filling.
Brown the chorizo slices in a frying pan over a high heat for 2-3 minutes.
Combine the eggs, sour cream and milk in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
Arrange the chorizo, semi-dried tomatoes and drained spinach on the pastry cases. Pour over the egg mixture and sprinkle with the parmesan.
Bake the tarts in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and puffed.
Serve with the remaining spinach leaves and drizzle with the KrispKut™ Blue Cheese Dressing.



Crispy Chicken Tenderloins in Pita with Fancy Lettuce

Crispy Chicken Tenderloins in Pita with Fancy Lettuce

Makes 4.

1 egg
½ cup flour, approx
½ teaspoon salt
freshly ground black pepper
¾ cup dried breadcrumbs
4 chicken tenderloins
2-3 tablespoons oil
130g packet Krispkut Fancy Lettuce Blend
2 large pita bread, cut in half
2 tomatoes, sliced
125ml bottle Krispkut Ranch Dressing

Crack the egg into a shallow bowl and beat it lightly. Place the flour on a plate and mix in the salt and pepper. Place the breadcrumbs on ?a separate plate.
Dip the tenderloins in the flour, then the egg and lastly in the breadcrumbs. Place the tenderloins on a plate, cover and refrigerate ?for 10 minutes.
Heat the oil in a frying pan over a medium heat. Cook the tenderloins for 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Set the tenderloins aside to cool.
Place some of the Krispkut Fancy Lettuce Blend into each pita pocket. Add one chicken tenderloin, a few tomato slices and a drizzle of the Krispkut Ranch Dressing to each pita. Wrap in plastic wrap or baking paper for school lunch boxes.

Please note: this recipe has been supplied by Foodtown Magazine and uses the old Dressing name.



Coleslaw with Crispy Noodles, Snow Peas & Cranberries

Coleslaw with Crispy Noodles, Snow Peas & Cranberries

Serves 6 as a side dish. Tip: This coleslaw is delicious served with jacket potatoes and barbecued chicken or panfried fish.

50g snow peas
500g pack FreshZone Coleslaw Salad Pack with Creamy Dressing
1 cup crispy noodles
½ cup dried cranberries

Blanch the snow peas in a pot of boiling water for 30 seconds. Drain and cool in running water.
Place the FreshZone Coleslaw Salad Pack in a salad bowl. Add the snow peas, crispy noodles and cranberries. Add the Creamy Dressing sachets and toss to combine. Serve immediately.



Fancy Lettuce, Smoked Chicken & Mango Salad with Aged Balsamic & Olive Oil Dressing

Fancy Lettuce, Smoked Chicken & Mango Salad with Aged Balsamic & Olive Oil Dressing

Serves 4. Did you know? Krispkut™ Fancy Lettuce Blend is a colourful mix of young European and Continental lettuce leaves. Varieties are chosen for their varying leaf shape, texture and taste.

1 fresh mango
120g packet Krispkut™ Fancy Lettuce Blend
1 smoked chicken breast, sliced
1 Lebanese cucumber, sliced
¼ cup walnuts
125ml bottle Krispkut™ Aged Balsamic & Olive Oil Vinaigrette

To prepare the mango, use a sharp knife to cut down each side of the mango seed and remove the cheeks. Peel and slice the flesh. 
Place the Krispkut™ Fancy Lettuce Blend, mango slices, smoked chicken, cucumber and walnuts in a salad bowl. 
Add the Krispkut™ Aged Balsamic & Olive Oil Vinaigrette and
toss gently. 
Serve immediately.

Please note: this recipe has been supplied by Foodtown Magazine and uses the old Dressing name.



FreshZone Roasties with Balsamic & Pesto Dressing

FreshZone Roasties with Balsamic & Pesto Dressing

Serves 6.

1.1 kg FreshZone Roasties with Herb Mix

Dressing
3 tablespoons each: basil pesto, olive oil
1 tablespoon each: lemon juice, balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
salt and freshly ground black pepper
 

Preheat the oven to 180ºC. Place the FreshZone Roasties in a roasting dish.
Drizzle the contents of the oil and herb sachet over and toss to coat evenly. 
Roast the FreshZone Roasties in the preheated oven, turning occasionally, for 30-40 minutes, or until the vegetables are golden brown and cooked through. 
While the vegetables are cooking, combine the pesto, olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar and honey. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Remove the vegetables from the oven, place on a serving platter and drizzle with the dressing. Serve hot.



Green Apple & Smoked Cheddar Herbslaw

Green Apple & Smoked Cheddar Herbslaw

Serves 6. Tip: Use a wood-smoked cheddar for the best results in this recipe.

1 red onion, peeled
2 green apples, peeled
4 radishes
150g smoked cheddar
450g FreshZone Herbslaw Salad Pack
125ml bottle Krispkut™ Reduced Fat Ranch Dressing

Chop the onion into a fine dice. Slice the apples into quarters and cut away the core.
Grate the apples, radishes and smoked cheddar and place them in a large mixing bowl with the onion dice.
Add the FreshZone Herbslaw Salad Pack and Krispkut™ Reduced Fat Ranch Dressing. Toss to combine. Serve immediately or cover and chill until you are ready to serve.

Please note: this recipe has been supplied by Foodtown Magazine and uses the old Dressing name.



Mesclun Salad Platter with Roasted Red Capsicum, Hot Smoked Salmon & Tangy Citrus Vinaigrette

Mesclun Salad Platter with Roasted Red Capsicum, Hot Smoked Salmon & Tangy Citrus Vinaigrette

Serves 4.

1 each: red, yellow, green capsicum; halved and seeded
120g bag Krispkut Mesclun
200g hot smoked salmon, flaked
2 tablespoons each: capers, toasted pine nuts
2 tablespoons basil leaves
125ml bottle Krispkut Tangy Citrus Vinaigrette

To roast the capsicum, place the halves skin side up on a baking tray lined with foil.
Cook under a preheated grill until the skin is blistered and brown. Remove the capsicum halves from the heat and wrap them in the foil. Set them aside for 10 minutes, then unwrap the foil and peel off the skin. Cut the capsicums into strips.
Place the Krispkut Mesclun onto a large platter and arrange the capsicum strips and flaked salmon on top. Sprinkle over the capers, pine nuts and basil leaves.
Drizzle the Krispkut Tangy Citrus Vinaigrette over the salad and serve immediately.

Please note: this recipe has been supplied by Foodtown Magazine and uses the old Dressing name.



Mesclun with Pumpkin, Green Beans & Prosciutto with Ranch Dressing

Mesclun with Pumpkin, Green Beans & Prosciutto with Ranch Dressing

Serves 4. April/May 10 Issue 52.

2 tablespoons olive oil
500g pumpkin, peeled and cut into chunks
1 red onion, peeled and cut into wedges
2 teaspoons Moroccan Seasoning
4 slices prosciutto
120g bag KrispKut™ Mesclun Baby Salad Greens
150g green beans, blanched
125ml bottle KrispKut™ Ranch Dressing

Preheat the oven to 200ºC. Place the oil in a roasting dish with the pumpkin and red onion. Sprinkle over the Moroccan seasoning and toss the vegetables so they are evenly coated.
Roast the vegetables for 20 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender and browned.
Brown the prosciutto slices in a non-stick pan over a medium heat. Remove the slices from the pan and set aside.
Place the KrispKut™ Mesclun Baby Salad Greens on a platter. Top the greens with the pumpkin and red onions, green beans and prosciutto. Drizzle over the KrispKut™ Ranch Dressing before serving.

Please note: this recipe has been supplied by Foodtown Magazine and uses the old Dressing name.



Mini Caesar Salad in Baby Cos Leaves

Mini Caesar Salad in Baby Cos Leaves

Serves 4.

1 tablespoon oil
4 rashers streaky bacon
4 eggs
150g packet Krispkut Cos Hearts
1 cup croutons
½ cup shaved or grated parmesan
125g bottle Krispkut Caesar Dressing

Heat the oil in a frying pan over a medium heat. Add the bacon and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until it is crispy. Remove the rashers from the pan, cut into pieces and set aside.
Hard-boil the eggs. Leave them to cool, then peel them and cut into small wedges.
Place the Krispkut Cos Hearts on a flat platter. Top with the bacon pieces, egg wedges, croutons and parmesan.
Drizzle over the Krispkut Caesar Dressing and serve.

Please note: this recipe has been supplied by Foodtown Magazine and uses the old Dressing name.



Rocket, Mango & Prosciutto Salad with Hempseed & Honey Vinaigrette

Rocket, Mango & Prosciutto Salad with Hempseed & Honey Vinaigrette

Serves 4.

1 large mango
100g packet Krispkut Mediterranean Wild Rocket
6 slices prosciutto
125g fresh mozzarella, sliced
125ml bottle Krispkut Hempseed & Honey Vinaigrette
 

Peel the mango and carefully slice off each fleshy side close to the stone. Cut the mango flesh into thin slices.
Place the Krispkut Mediterranean Wild Rocket into the centre of a platter. Arrange the mango, prosciutto and mozzarella around the outside.
Drizzle the Krispkut Hempseed & Honey Vinaigrette over the salad and serve it with crusty bread.

Please note: this recipe has been supplied by Foodtown Magazine and uses the old Dressing name.



Rocket, Italian Chicken & Orzo Salad

Rocket, Italian Chicken & Orzo Salad

Serves 4. Diabetes Friendly. Feb/March 10 Issue 51.

400g chicken breast, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon each: chopped fresh rosemary, chopped fresh oregano
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 cup orzo
1 roasted red capsicum, cut into slices
130g packet KrispKut™ Mediterranean Wild Rocket
125ml bottle KrispKut™ French Red Wine Vinaigrette

Combine the chicken, olive oil, lemon zest, rosemary, oregano and garlic in a ceramic dish. Cover and marinate for 30 minutes if possible.
While the chicken is marinating, cook the orzo according to the packet directions. Drain, rinse and drain again, then set aside to cool.
Cook the marinated chicken on a preheated barbecue or ridged grill pan for 4-5 minutes, or until it is cooked through and golden.
Place the orzo, chicken and roasted red capsicum in a large bowl. Add the KrispKut™ Mediterranean Wild Rocket and toss gently to combine. Drizzle with the KrispKut™ French Red Wine Vinaigrette just before serving.

Please note: this recipe has been supplied by Foodtown Magazine and uses the old Dressing name.



Spinach, Almond & Craisin Salad

Spinach, Almond & Craisin Salad

Serves 4. Did you know? Craisins are dried, sweetened cranberries. You could use raisins instead if you don’t have any craisins.

170g pack craisins
1 litre cider
2 tablespoons caster sugar
half a 125ml bottle Krispkut™ Italian White Wine Vinaigrette
130g Krispkut™ Spinach Baby Salad Greens
70g sliced almonds, lightly toasted
1 spring onion

Place the craisins, cider and sugar into a medium-sized pot and bring to the boil.
Reduce the heat to a slow simmer and cook until the liquid has reduced down to about a quarter of a cup.
Add the Krispkut™ Italian White Wine Vinaigrette and set aside to cool to room temperature.
Place the Krispkut™ Spinach Baby Salad Greens in a large mixing bowl with the almonds.
Slice the spring onion into thin rounds and add to the salad.
Toss together and mix through with the cranberry dressing. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately.

Please note: this recipe has been supplied by Foodtown Magazine and uses the old Dressing name.



Spinach, Sango Sprouts & Mushroom Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing

Spinach, Sango Sprouts & Mushroom Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing

Serves 4. Tip: This salad is delicious served with barbecued steak. Did you know? Sango sprouts are a type of radish sprout. They have a peppery flavour and add great colour to salads and stir-fries. They are a good source of Vitamin C.

1 tablespoon butter
1 small clove garlic, crushed
200g Portabello mushrooms, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 slices prosciutto
130g packet Krispkut™ Baby Spinach
1 cup Freshzone Sango Sprouts
1 roasted red capsicum, sliced
125ml bottle Krispkut™ Blue Cheese Dressing

Melt the butter in a frying pan over a medium heat. Add the garlic and mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the mushrooms are soft. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in the pan over a medium heat. Add the prosciutto slices and cook for 1 minute on each side, or until the prosciutto is crispy. Remove from the pan, break into pieces and set aside.
Place the Krispkut™ Baby Spinach, Freshzone Sango Sprouts, red capsicum, mushrooms and prosciutto in a salad bowl. Drizzle with the Krispkut™ Blue Cheese Dressing and toss to combine. Serve immediately.

Please note: this recipe has been supplied by Foodtown Magazine and uses the old Dressing name.



Stir Crazy Vegetables with Chicken & Cashew Nuts

Stir Crazy Vegetables with Chicken & Cashew Nuts

Serves 4.

2 tablespoons oil
400g boneless chicken breast, sliced thinly
1 clove garlic, crushed
600g packet Krispkut Stir Crazy Singaporean Style Stir Fry™
200g packet FreshZone Crunchy Bean Combo
¼ cup toasted cashew nuts

Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a high heat. Add the chicken and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, or until it is cooked through and golden. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
Add the garlic and vegetables from the Stir Crazy pack to the pan. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are just tender. Add the FreshZone Crunchy Bean Combo and the sauce from the pack.
Stir-fry for a further minute. Stir in the noodles from the pack and the cashew nuts. Serve with rice.



Tahini Stir-fried Vegetables

Tahini Stir-fried Vegetables

Serves 4.

3 tablespoons canola oil
1 large clove garlic, minced
2cm cube ginger, peeled and minced
50g salted peanuts
300g pack Farmer Bill’s Baby Carrots, thinly sliced
500g pack Econopack 2-Minute Stir-Fry
2 tablespoons tahini
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
1 small handful fresh coriander leaves, roughly chopped

Heat the oil in a large wok and add the garlic and ginger. Stir on a gentle heat for a minute to release the flavours.
Add the peanuts and carrot and cook, tossing occasionally, for 2 minutes.
Toss through the pack of Econopack 2-Minute Stir-Fry and cook for 2 minutes on a high heat until the vegetables soften.
Stir in the tahini and soy sauce and heat through. Add the sesame seeds and fresh roughly chopped coriander leaves. Serve immediately.

Please note: this recipe has been supplied by Foodtown Magazine and uses the old Dressing name.



Tangy Thai Chicken Salad

Tangy Thai Chicken Salad

Serves 4. Diabetes Friendly.

400g skinned and boned chicken breast, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon oil

Marinade
2 tablespoons oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 stalk lemongrass, finely chopped
1 red chilli, finely chopped
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Salad
1 packet Krispkut Mesclun with Herbs
½ small red onion, peeled, finely chopped
1 cup FreshZone Mung Beans
125ml bottle Krispkut Tangy Citrus Vinaigrette

To prepare the marinade, combine the oil, sesame oil, lemongrass, chilli, salt and pepper together in a bowl. Add the sliced chicken breast and toss to coat evenly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Heat the oil in a frying pan. Add the chicken mixture and stir-fry over a high heat for 4-5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked. Set aside to cool slightly.
Place the salad ingredients onto a large platter. Top with the chicken and drizzle with the Krispkut Tangy Citrus Vinaigrette. Serve immediately.

Please note: this recipe has been supplied by Foodtown Magazine and uses the old Dressing name.



Thai-style Prawn Stir-fry

Thai-style Prawn Stir-fry

Serves 4-6. Diabetes Friendly. Gluten Free.

1 tablespoon oil
400g raw peeled prawns
1 red capsicum, deseeded and sliced
2 tablespoons each: red curry paste, lime juice, fish sauce
2 teaspoons brown sugar
500g packet FreshZone Value
2-Minute Stir-fry
200g packet FreshZone Crunchy Bean Combo

Heat the oil in a frying pan or wok over a high heat. Add the prawns and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they begin to change colour.
Add the sliced capsicum and cook for a further minute. Add the red curry paste and cook, stirring, for another minute then add the lime juice, fish sauce and brown sugar.
Add the FreshZone Value 2-Minute Stir-fry and FreshZone Crunchy Bean Combo and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Serve with rice noodles.



Winter Vegetables with Watercress Pesto

Winter Vegetables with Watercress Pesto

Serves 4. Tip: Pesto has a shelf life of two weeks if kept refrigerated and tightly covered with cling film.

70g hazelnuts
100g watercress
1 large clove garlic, peeled
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
¾ teaspoon salt
1100g pack Freshzone Roasties
with Garlic & Herbs
2 tablespoons canola oil
70g hazelnuts, extra

Preheat the oven to 150ºC. Toast the hazelnuts, turning them occasionally, for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Place the nuts in a clean tea towel and rub them against each other until the skins flake away. Pick out the nuts and discard the remaining skins.
Place the cooled nuts in a blender with the watercress, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil and salt. Blend on high until puréed.
Turn up the oven to 180ºC. Place the Freshzone Roasties with Garlic & Herbs into an ovenproof baking dish and toss with the canola oil.
Bake the vegetables for 14 minutes, then turn them over. Bake for 5 minutes then add the additional hazelnuts. Bake for a further 5 minutes until the vegetables are cooked through.
Toss the watercress pesto through the vegetables and serve immediately.