TIP OF THE DAY: The Many Types Of Salsa

Habla usted salsa? There are so many different types of salsa. In celebration of Cinco de Mayo, branch out and serve some new varieties. Set up a salsa-and-chips bar—different types of salsa, different brands and flavors of chips. It’s a fun way to enjoy good food and to see which you like best. You can…
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CINCO DE MAYO: Rock The Guac

Make an eye-opening guacamole for Cinco de Mayo: Add small-diced mango to your regular guacamole recipe. It’s a tasty new take on a classic. If you’re concerned that some people won’t like the succulent, sweet accent, just add the mango to the perimeter of the bowl (as a garnish) instead of mixing it in; dippers…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Lower Calorie Sauces

Another low-calorie tip: Mix condiments with nonfat yogurt to create tasty, low-calorie, creamy dressings, dips and sauces. While flavored mustards, pestos, salsas and savory chutneys are delicious low-calorie flavor-enhancers by themselves, transforming them into a creamy sauce adds versatility to your dishes. Using nonfat yogurt for a sauce base adds few calories compared with cream…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Horseradish Mayonnaise

A classic with roast beef, this mayo pairs well with seafood, burgers, turkey, cheese and veggies and is a zippy general sandwich spread and dip. Plus, it’s so easy to make—including a diet version with lowfat mayo. Stir together 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of prepared horseradish (more if you like) and 1/4 cup…
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PRODUCT: Pace, The Father Of American Salsa

When you see a jar of Pace salsa on the shelf of your supermarket, are you aware that Pace is the brand that “started it all” in bottled salsa? While salsa seems ubiquitous—and unless you’re in the business, you won’t believe how many different brands there are—there was no salsa on the shelf in 1947…
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