Brandt Meats
Award-winning Canadian company offers classic comfort dishes for this year’s latest food trend
As a nation, people are looking to be comforted with nourishing, rich, one-dish wonders that release soul-embracing memories, as well as offer a bit of tranquility in a volatile, pandemic-strewn world.
Charcuterie Cups
Ingredients: 1 Snowdonia Amber Mist, sliced into wedges1 Snowdonia Red Storm, sliced into wedges200g Brandt Hungarian Salami, sliced200g Brandt Westfalian Ham, sliced12 Crackers, rectangular1 cup mixed nuts1/2 cup mixed berries1/2 cup grapes12 dried apricotsRosemary SprigsSkewers Direction Assemble mason jars by adding mixed nuts and dried apricots to bottom of each jar. Add cubed pieces of Snowdonia Amber … Read more
Breakfast Tacos
Ingredients: 4 slices Brandt Double Smoked Bacon, diced2 green onions sliced, with green and white parts separated1 tablespoon olive oil4 large eggs1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded1/2 avocado, sliced2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped1 jalapeno, sliced (optional)3 corn tortillassalsasalt and pepper Direction Fry Brandt Double Smoked Bacon in a medium high pan until crisp, remove and set aside. Whisk the eggs … Read more
Pick Salami Crostini with Mixed Berry Compote
Ingredients: 1 Pick Salami Chub – sliced1 baguette – sliced1 brie cheese round, sliced1 cup blueberries1 cup raspberries1 cup blackberries1 mint bunch, garnish2 tablespoons sugarsalt and pepperolive oil Direction Combine blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, sugar and a pinch of salt in a saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally for 15 minutes or until mixture becomes thick and jammy. … Read more
Tortellini Pasta Salad
Ingredients: 1 package O Sole Mio 4 Cheese Tortellini 350g1 English cucumber, peeled, sliced and quartered1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved1 cup of black olives, sliced1 orange bell pepper, chopped2 tablespoons pepperoncini’s, chopped (optional)– 1 large fresh mozzarella ball, large dice– 250g Brandt German Salami, julienned– 1/2 cup Italian dressing – to taste– Italian leaf parsley Direction … Read more
Power Bowls
Ingredients: 1 Espuna Olat Salami, sliced8 slices Brandt Smoked Side Bacon, cooked and diced1 tablespoon maple syrup1-2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar1 large sweet potato500g brussel sprouts1 red pepper1 small box spinach, pre-washed1 can chickpeas, drainedGarlic powderExtra virgin olive oilParsley to garnish Dressing 1/2 cup Greek yogurt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika1-2 tablespoons lemon juiceSalt and … Read more
Brandt Grilled Bacon BLTs
Ingredients: 8 thick slices of Brandt Smoked Side Bacon8 slices sourdough bread2 large tomatoes, sliced 1/2 inch thick4 tablespoons mayonnaise8 bibb or Boston lettuce leaves1/2 teaspoon sea salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper Direction Grill thick sliced Brandt Smoked Side Bacon on a medium-high grill until both sides are crispy, approximately 8 mins. and set aside. Grill sourdough bread and … Read more
