Snowman Breakfast Pizza by Jodie Fitz
PICS cauliflower pizza crust (two pack)
2 cups fresh baby leaf spinach
8 PICS eggs, large
1/4-cup PICS low fat milk
8 oz. PICS sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Fresh veggies
PICS nonstick canola cooking spray
PICS canola oil
Sea salt
Black pepper
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
Coat a baking sheet with a nonstick cooking spray. Lay the two pizza crusts onto the baking sheet overlapping them slightly to create your snowman shape.
Baste the crusts with a very light layer of canola oil.
Chop the spinach into small pieces and evenly distribute that on top of the pizza crusts.
In a microwave safe bowl coated with nonstick cooking spray, whisk the eggs, milk, sea salt and pepper. Microwave the mixture for 2 minutes, remove and stir. Repeat until the eggs are cooked, using two-minute intervals, 4 to 6 minutes total.
Spread the scrambled eggs onto the pizza crusts.
Top it off with the shredded cheese.
Add fresh veggies to create a snowman by adding two eyes, a nose, a mouth and buttons.
Bake for 15 – 20 minutes.
More About Making this Recipe!
Pizza Dough? You can use traditional or whole-wheat pizza dough, if preferred. Simply separate the dough into 1/3 and 2/3 pieces, then roll out the larger piece into an oval (the body) and the smaller piece into a circle (the head) and place them onto a baking sheet coated with nonstick cooking spray. Follow the rest of the directions listed above, and bake for 20 minutes.
Bake the pizza at 375 degrees for 20 minutes and enjoy!
Where’s the Dough? 2-pack PICS cauliflower pizza crusts are found in the pizza section of the freezer aisle at Price Chopper/Market 32. Traditional dough is located in the dairy aisle.
PICS? PICS is the preferred brand of Price Chopper/Market 32 Supermarkets.
Cooking with Kids! Every recipe has great lessons to focus on that encourage life skills in the realm of cooking.
- Rolling dough
- Fractions
- Chopping
- Knife safety
- Shredding
- Grater safety
- Layering
- Basting
- Baking
- Oven safety
- Following directions
National Bagel Day 2021
National Bagel Day is January 15, 2021. Bagels have a history that is richer than your favorite cream cheese spread! These rounds of dough can be found just about anywhere: breakfast joints, coffee shops, or for the best bagels around stop at Price Chopper/Market 32 Fresh Bagel Shops on the 15th.
Price Chopper started making real bagels in 1991. And now 29 years later all 130 stores make fresh baked delicious bagels daily.
There is nothing as satisfying and delicious as a hot bagel just out of the oven and at Price Chopper we have them coming out all day long. Bagels are full of the “good” complex carbohydrates which fill you up without adding a lot of calories and they are also fat free. With the abundance of flavors we have there is no reason why anyone would walk away without a bag full and a smile on their face.
Bagels have a long and highly documented history that travels from the Jewish families of Poland in the 1600s to wrapped up in parchment paper in your hands today. And, unlike many things created nearly five-hundred years ago, bagels are remarkably unchanged. Sure, cream cheeses and butters and flavors and toppings may have evolved over time but bagel is a beigel is a beygal.
Bagels made the jump to America with a massive Polish-Jewish immigration in the 1800s that firmly entrenched itself in New York City where it thrived. In fact, an entire union was created in the early 1900s called Bagel Bakers Local 338 to support the growing, immigrant-led industry. That also begat the “bagel brunch,” that we still enjoy to this day with little to no changes: lox, cream cheese, capers, tomatoes, and red onions.
While bagels were hugely popular in New York City almost immediately, they didn’t make their way to the national scale until the mid 20th-century where automation and bread slicing (the coolest thing!) made mass manufacturing much more efficient. Since then, bagels have taken off to include a variety of flours, toppings, dips and smears but still remain – by and large – exactly as they were in the 1600s.
Check out the bigger & better bagels in our Bakery Department!
The Melted Snowman Smoothie by Jodie Fitz
3 cups ice
1½ cups low-fat milk
6 oz. PICS low fat vanilla yogurt
1 banana
3 tablespoons PICS honey
1 ½ teaspoons PICS vanilla extract
Add all ingredients to a blender, blend well and serve.
Create a Snowman Mason Jar! This craft is simple and fun. Here are the supplies you will need:
Mason jar
Ribbon
2 buttons
Double stick tape
Scissors
Decorative Paper Straws (optional)
Measure, cut and tie ribbon around the jar rim and adhere two buttons to the front of the jar with double stick tape. Serve your Melted Snowman with a colorful paper straw.
Dairy allergies? Substitute your favorite dairy free yogurt and milk alternatives. Coconut based products help keep this recipe thick and creamy.
Cooking with Kids! Every recipe has lessons, small and big, that encourage life and cooking skills. Here are a few to focus on:
- Measuring ingredients
- Peeling a banana
- Blending
- Blender safety
- Pouring
- Following directions
Winner, Winner, Market 32 Free From Chicken DInner
Ellie Wilson
MS, RDN
Chicken is definitely a winner when it comes to making a delicious dinner! Or lunch, or snack – versatile and available in so many easy-to-cook cuts, you can make tried and true family favorites, explore global cuisines, or just stick to quick and easy when Market 32 FREE FROM Chicken is on your list.
Market 32 FREE FROM Chicken has all of the flavor and quality shoppers are looking for – carefully sourced by the Market 32 FREE FROM Team from the first family farming operation in the world to earn the American Humane Certified ™ verification, they live in open houses, allowing them the ability to live a stress free life without the threat of predators, exposure to diseases from migratory birds or harm from the elements which would all impact flock health. They are fed a high quality diet of pesticide-free, American-grown, Non-GMO grains, specifically planned by vets and animal nutritionists, with an unlimited supply of clean water and fresh feed along with plenty of fresh air and room to roam. The farm has been raising chickens for over 50 years – they have learned that ensuring a good environment for the chickens, including water and soil testing, delivers a good quality of life and results in a safe, delicious product. They take even more care with their employees, which they call their best asset, ensuring they have company-provided PPE, regular screenings, work area safety standards, and more. Price Chopper/Market 32 customers can be confident they are bringing a great choice home to their families and friends.
Fresh Market 32 FREE FROM Chicken is an excellent source of protein and is also a lean choice when choosing skinless chicken tenders, thin-sliced cutlets or skinless chicken breasts. Market 32 FREE FROM Chicken is available in a range of cuts and package sizes, and lends itself to any number of recipes and serving ideas. Casseroles, soups, salads, sheet pan and skillet meals are all on the menu.
There has been a lot more cooking going on at home over the last six months or so, and we are hearing from customers that they are looking for some inspiration to get past cooking fatigue. We can help! Combine Market 32 FREE FROM Chicken with a delicious Culinary Tours item like Szechuan Style Peanut Sauce, or season with PICS Everything Spice Blend for a quick and easy meal. Check out the recipes below from our website and YouTube channels – you are sure to find some new favorites, and more than one way to win the dinner dilemma!
Honey Garlic Skillet Chicken | White Chicken Chili | Buffalo Chicken Salad | Salsa Verde Chicken Tacos
Kodiak Cakes - Energize a Protein and Whole Grain Habit!
Ellie Wilson
MS RDN Manager, Health and Wellness
New Year’s resolutions to embrace healthier habits inspire shoppers to look for new products and ideas. So many are working and managing school from home these days, I love finding solutions that connect the dots including easy-to-make, kid-friendly, travel-friendly, versatile and nutritious. The Kodiak Cakes products are delicious solutions with unique benefits to explore.
Power Cakes
The signature flapjack and waffle mixes, in Buttermilk and Honey or Dark Chocolate flavors, are a great starting place. Just add water, and these mixes will kick the day off with over 5 grams of protein per serving, (up to 14 gms in the Dark Chocolate mix!), 100% whole grains, and a good source of fiber to stay full and focused on the morning to-do list. Make extra and freeze them – they make a great lunch, snack or “breakfast-for-dinner” treat. These mixes can also be used for muffins, even batter for chicken nuggets or veggies (did someone say air fryer?). Bonus – both mixes earn the Know Your Colors nutrition guide tags for Protein Smart and Whole Grain!
Frozen Waffles and Flapjacks
The same whole grain goodness and even more convenience when you add these to the basket! Flavors adults and children love, and something older children/teens can make themselves, so super for beyond breakfast snack attacks! All three flavors – Buttermilk Vanilla, Dark Chocolate, and Blueberry Chia make the grade for Know Your Colors Whole Grain and Protein Smart.
Baking Mixes
You know you have a hit when your 17-year-old decides to make the protein-packed cornbread into muffins he can take to school! With 10 gms of protein per prepared serving, as well as 3 gms fiber and less than 10 grams of sugar, this item hits the mark and aligns with several of the healthier eating recommendations reinforced last week with the release of the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans – increase whole grain intake, increase fiber intake, and limit added sugars. Check out the whole line – the brownie and blueberry mixes are also made with whole grains, check the labels for more nutrition information and some great recipe variations on the side of the box.
Oatmeal Cups
Another hit with all age groups – these power 100% whole grain breakfast cups are easy and delicious, with flavors like Maple Brown Sugar – just add water (or milk, for a little extra nutrient boost) and cook in the microwave while coffee is brewing, they are also great for tweens and teens starting to cook, (placed strategically at the front of the pantry to inspire better after-school snacking on a cold day), and are a smart item to keep handy in a desk drawer at work for a power lunch. Bonus – they earn the Know Your Colors Protein Smart guide!
Granola Bars, Protein Balls and More
Kodiak Cakes is a company on a mission to bring whole grains, protein and flavor together in ways that really work for today’s health-seeking shoppers and families – check out their products throughout the store, for more solutions that will energize your whole grain and protein habits!
Cooking Up Well-Being in the New Year
Ellie Wilson
MS, RDN
Can the challenging times of the last year help us approach the benefits of food and medicine differently in the new year? The answer is a resounding YES! The New Year is time for a fresh start when it comes to health, so let’s look at some ways we can move towards that goal from wherever you are starting from.
The Recipe
The Price Chopper/Market 32 website can help you find resources, food items and information – the ‘ingredients” you need to create a more healthful lifestyle. Cuddled up on the couch on a cold January day? One of those couch sessions is a great time to take a digital tour and activate wellness efforts with personalized food shopping and medication management.
On the website, the toolbar at the top offers shortcuts to functions that can help you shop quickly and confidently. The first link is to the Shops Online dashboard, where you can create shopping lists, order online and make choices using the Know Your Colors nutrition guides. These color-coded guides include lifestyle choices such as Gluten Free, Organic, and more. You can learn all about the Know Your Colors program on the Pharmacy Health and Wellness page. The criteria that define the nutrition guides are all based on federal and recognized non-profit Health Association standards that support general nutrition lifestyle goals. The color-coded guides are visible on shelf tags that make in-store shopping quick and easy.
More resources at Price Chopper/Market 32 include the cutting-edge programs, easy-to-use pharmacy app, blood pressure kiosk and more you can find at the Price Chopper/Market 32 Pharmacy. Our Pharmacy teams work hard to ensure patients have the medication they need to stay well. The pharmacy app has many features, including a list for re-ordering, and reminder alerts to ensure meds are not missed. You can also sign up for text notifications to stay connected with pharmacy alerts. Food and medicine together can be a dynamic duo when managing chronic health issues – making it easier to do both is part of our commitment to you.
Make a Great Plate
The updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans were released last week. No surprise, fruits and vegetables lead the recommendations. Including good sources for protein, nutritious dairy, and reducing sugars are all part of the guidance. The Know Your Colors nutrition guides, also based on those guidelines, can help you activate those recommendations as you make food choices throughout the store. Start off with easy changes, such as doubling up favorite veggie servings, enjoying milk with meals, and choosing Low Sodium versions of the foods you usually buy. Each of the Know Your Colors guides can help you explore products that may support your personal health goals throughout the store.
Get Active
There are so many benefits from all kinds of movement. Check out this Think Lifestyle, Not Resolution blog from professional trainer Antoni Favata for some ideas that will help you frame how to think about reaching for your wellness targets in the New Year.
Happy, Healthy New Year from all of us at Price Chopper/Market 32!
Think Lifestyle, Not Resolution
Antoni Favata
NASM-CPT, CES, CF-L1, FMS, SGX-OS
You hear about it year after year. Creating resolutions to begin a new year with a new you on Jan. 1. For a lot of people these resolutions focus around health and fitness.
However, most people with good intentions who set these realistic goals tend to lose steam and momentum come February.
So, what can we do to ensure our success with these not so lofty goals?
Here are a few tips to keep you on track and on target so you hit your mark and maintain your achievements for years to come.
- Think Lifestyle, Not Resolution
We often think of these resolutions in terms of extremes. Instead, we should think of these choices as a way of life and incorporate small changes every day. Change your mindset from “all or nothing” to “one day at a time.”
- Smaller, Manageable Habits
Small habits are not only more attainable, but easier to manage and maintain. Start with easier changes and build on them as they become regular practice. Smaller habits help you stay more motivated, too! Development and success of these smaller habits creates a growing sense of achievement as you get closer to a larger goal.
- Variety
It’s true, most of us struggle with having a short attention span. And for a lot of people that short attention span affects our fitness routine, which can derail progress. Even the word routine can be daunting for some. Fortunately, these days the Fitness Industry is not short on options. Keep exercise and movement fun by mixing up your routine. Subscribe to something new and exciting. Variety will help keep you on track by providing a new challenge to help keep your mind and body stimulated.
Instead of New Year’s resolutions set intentions instead, focusing on manageable lifestyle changes that will set you on a path to success.
New Items: wanu water
“95% of American adults are deficient in fiber, so we created wanu water as an easy + delicious way to get 24% of your daily fiber intake in every bottle. With 7g of plant based prebiotic fiber + 9 other essential nutrients, wanu supports a healthy immune system + digestive system, as well as naturally boosts your energy + metabolism while you hydrate!” – Todd O’Gara, Founder
wanu water is now available at your local Price Chopper in (4) refreshing flavors: Blueberry Lemonade, Peach Passion, Watermelon Raspberry, and Kiwi Cucumber.
Natural fruit flavors, paired with the perfect balance of a monk fruit/stevia blend, form wanu’s unique + delicious recipe. With no sugar, artificial sweeteners, or sugar alcohols, wanu makes it easy to stay healthy + hydrated when you want more than just plain water.
With 100% B12, you can enjoy wanu before a workout or as an afternoon pick-me-up for a natural energy boost. It’s also the perfect non-dairy alternative for smoothies, healthier mixer for cocktails, and base for homemade popsicles!
wanu Immune Boosting Citrus Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 cup frozen mango chunks
- juice of 1 lemon
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground cayenne pepper
- ¾ cup fresh squeezed orange juice
- 2 tsp fresh grated ginger
- 1 small red beet, chopped
- 1 cup frozen raspberries
- 1 orange, peeled
- ½ cup Watermelon Raspberry wanu
- Chia seeds for topping (optional)
Directions:
- In a blender, combine the mango, lemon juice, turmeric, cayenne, ginger, and orange juice. Blend until completely smooth. Pour into a tall glass.
- Rinse the blender out. Combine the beets, raspberries, orange, and wanu water. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding more wanu water if needed to reach your desired consistency. Pour over the mango mixture and stir gently to swirl. Top with chia seeds, if desired.
Find wanu in the enhanced water/functional beverage aisle!
Celebrate with Cheese Pairings!
For many, cheese is a staple when it comes to celebrating, especially during the holidays. Luckily, our in-store delis provide a plethora of tasty cheeses, perfect for pairing with a relaxing drink. We’ve created a list of some of our favorites, each with their ideal beverage pairings. Try these options below and find your new favorite combination!
Vermont Creamery Honey Goat Log: Vermont Creamery Clover Blossom Honey Goat Cheese takes Vermont’s classic, mild fresh goat cheese and blends it with sweet clover honey. The honey pairs perfectly with the tart creaminess of fresh goat cheese. Try it with Barbera wine, Founders All Day IPA or a Belgian Tripel Beer like Ommegang’s Three Philosophers.
Fleur de Franco Brie: A beautiful wheel of French double cream Brie, Fleur de Franco is pleasantly mild and approachable, yet fully flavored with a buttery interior and soft, fluffy rind. Pair it with a sparkling wine, Chardonnay, or a German pilsner like Saranac Adirondack Lager.
Grafton 2 Year Old Cheddar: Fits the classic profile of a New England Cheddar: buttery notes with a bold, sharp tang and a long, nutty finish. The aroma is lactic and bright, with flavors of sweet cream, freshly mown hay, and tangy, cultured milk. Completed by a moderate acidity. Pair it with balanced, full-bodied wines such as Merlot or White Burgundy, or brews such as Smuttynose Old Brown Dog Brown Ale, Brooklyn Brewing Bel-Air Sour Beer, or even Angry Orchard Hard Cider.
Market 32 American Grana by BelGioioso: Made from freshly gathered local raw milk, this premium American Grana Parmesan cheese is allowed to mature a minimum of 18 months on wooden shelves in special caves. During this process, each wheel is hand-turned to ensure proper aging and development of its deep, nutty flavor and granular texture. Try it with bold Cabernet Sauvignon or a bock beer like Shiner Bock.
BelGioioso Creamy Gorgonzola: Handcrafted and aged 90 days in special caves, master cheesemakers hand-rub each wheel with salt and pierce small holes into the rind of the cheese, allowing air to penetrate and facilitate the growth of beneficial mold. This care and craft creates an exceptionally earthy flavor and creamy texture. Cut right through the thin rind and spread on a baguette. Great when paired with a Harpoon Rec League or other light IPA’s.
Any of these ideas pique your interest? Visit us online or at your local store to find all of these pairing items!
KCC Hot Cocoa Cones by Jodie Fitz
Supplies Needed:
Price Chopper or Market 32 Paper Grocery Bag (or craft paper)
Double sided tape
Regular tape
Holiday wrapping paper
Cellophane
Ribbon
PICS Instant Hot Chocolate Packets
PICS Mini Marshmallows
PICS Snap and seal sandwich size bag
Tools Needed:
Scissors
Pencil
Bowl
Directions:
- Create a template on the paper bag or craft paper by flipping a bowl upside down and tracing it with a pencil. The bowl should be a medium sized bowl, approximately 8 “ in diameter. It does not have to be exact.
- Using scissors, cut out the paper circle. Note: You need a paper bag circle for every cone you create; it provides the stability to the cone.
- Lay the paper bag circle on top of wrapping paper, trace a circle and cut it out. Attach the two circles together with double sided tape.
- Draw a pencil circle in the center of each circle.
- Cut out a pie shaped triangular piece like in the video. It will look almost like a Pac-Man character.
- Roll the circle by overlapping the cut pieces until it forms a cone shape. Keep it in position by placing a double-sided piece of tape where the overlap pieces come together.
- Roll the hot chocolate packet and insert it into the cone.
- Fill the snap and seal bag about a third of the way full with mini marshmallows. Release the air before sealing it. Roll the empty end and tuck it into the cone. Tape it into place.
- Cut a square piece of clear cellophane. Place the pointed end of the cone in the center, bring the cellophane up around the cone and tie the top off with a ribbon.
Optional: Add a personal note and share with friends!
Where to Find Everything?
Paper Bags: Reuse a brown paper grocery bag. Or, you can purchase a roll of brown craft paper.
Double sided tape, regular tape, pencils & scissors: You can find these in the school supply aisle.
Holiday wrapping paper, cellophane and ribbon: You can find these items in the seasonal aisle, and also the greeting card section at Price Chopper/Market 32.
Hot Cocoa Packets: This is typically located in the coffee and tea aisle.
Mini Marshmallows: Typically found in the baking aisle.