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Heaven Sent Recipes for Lent: Fish Dishes That Make Fridays Fun

March 8, 2011 in News Release | Permalink

Summary: Generations have grown up eating fried fish on Fridays, but now health and weight concerns are re-shaping the ways cooks (and their families) are approaching the bounty of the rivers and oceans.

Busy cooks looking for fresh Lenten seafood ideas will enjoy these healthy and authentic recipes instead of the usual fried fish fare.

“We understand cooks are on the lookout for healthy and different ways to celebrate the season without the usual deep-fried menu of fish and French fries,” says Chef Joe Cottage, Mrs. Wages(TM) Test Kitchens. “We’ll confess: the secret to their great taste is in the Mrs. Wages premixed and premeasured all natural Guacamole, Fruit & Cilantro, Jalapeno and Chipotle & Garlic seasoning mixes.

“Cooks consider these pre-mixed seasonings a blessing because they are not only easy but will spice up Lenten meals.”

  • The Scallop & Tomato Stew features a guacamole seasoning that gives the stew a cilantro and jalapeno flavor. “It blends well with the tomatoes and the softer sweetness of scallop,” adds Chef Cottage.

  • Swiss Chard Wrapped Salmon with Oranges and Chipotle Salsa features sweet and spicy salsa and complements the salmon perfectly, as well as poultry that can be served as an appetizer with pita chips. The smoky chipotle and heat level of Mrs. Wages Chipotle & Garlic Salsa seasoning is a unique flavor to contrast the oranges.

  • Shrimp Ceviché Tacos feature fresh citrus fruits including lime, orange and grapefruit along with Mrs. Wages Fruit and Cilantro salsa mix. Says Chef Cottage, “The acids from the citrus fruit ‘cooks’ the shrimp in a marinade overnight – firming its flesh and turning it opaque. The fruit and cilantro salsa mix complements the citrus flavor and shrimp – a great alternative to traditional shrimp dishes.”

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Shrimp Ceviché Soft Tacos

March 8, 2011 in Recipes | 1 comment

Shrimp Civeché Tacos feature fresh citrus fruits including lime, orange and grapefruit along with Mrs. Wages Fruit and Cilantro salsa mix.

Ingredients:
1 pound of shrimp
1 small red onion (julienne)
1 small red pepper (julienne)
1 (ea) Jalapeno (julienne)
2 (ea) lime Segments
2 (ea) orange Segments
1 (ea) grapefruit Segments
2 cups of grapefruit Juice
2 pkgs of Mrs. Wages Fruit and Cilantro Salsa Mix®
1 cup of Red Wine Vinegar
8-10 Flour Tortillas 6”

Preparation:

  • Clean and rinse the shrimp, then cut into medium size chunks.
  • Cut the segments from the Oranges, Limes and the Grapefruit and place into a large bowl with the shrimp.
  • Add the julienne cuts of the onion, red pepper and the jalapeno pepper.
  • Add the red wine vinegar the grapefruit juice and the Mrs. Wages Fruit and Cilantro® seasoning packs.
  • Mix all together well and allow to marinade for 6 to 8 hours or until shrimp are firm to the touch.
  • Drain the marinade off and save.
  • With a slotted spoon place a spoonful into the center of a softened 6” flour tortilla skewer to hold together.
  • Served here with a mixed green salad tossed in the marinade topped with blue cheese crumbles.

Yield: 6 to 8 Tacos, depending how full you make them.

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Recipe: Creamy Tex-Mex Shrimp Dip

January 15, 2011 in Recipes | 1 comment

A delicious blend of peppers, onion and a touch of white wine accent the flavor and texture of shrimp in this new recipe from Mrs. Wages

Seafood lovers will enjoy this spicy new twist on the traditional shrimp dip.

Ingredients:
1 pound of raw, peeled and de-veined shrimp
1 cup red pepper, diced small
1 red onion, diced small
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
1 cup white wine
¼ cup of olive oi
32 oz. of low fat yogurt
1 pound of cream cheese
2 – 8oz. packages of Mrs. Wages Guacamole Mix®

Preparation

  • Chop the raw peeled and deveined shrimp into small pieces.
  • Sauté the shrimp in the olive oil until almost completely cooked.
  • Add the onion and peppers to the shrimp and cook until they start to soften, deglaze with the white wine.
  • Add one pack of the Mrs. Wages Guacamole Mix and set aside to cool.
  • In a mixer add the one pound of cream cheese and whip to soften, add the yogurt and allow mixing until completely blended.
  • Add the second pack of Mrs. Wages Guacamole mix and blend together.
  • Remove seasoned yogurt cream cheese mix and pour into a bowl.
  • Fold the shrimp mixture into the cream cheese mixture and place into the cooler.
  • Allow setting over night to set completely and allow flavors to incorporate.

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Recipe: Tomatillo Dipping Sauce

January 14, 2011 in Recipes | 1 comment

Here’s a straight-ahead recipe that’s easy to make a works great with everything from chicken skewers to fried shrimp or warm tortilla chips.

Ingredients

1 package fully prepared Mrs. Wages Tomatillo Salsa
½ cup heavy cream
Preparation

  • In a medium sauce pan heat prepared salsa to a low boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 2-3 minutes.
  • Stir in cream and heat the sauce through.
  • Do not let boil after adding the cream.
  • Serve immediately.

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