By Monica Velgos, Photographs by Frances Tonelli
Prop Stylist: Lynn Tonelli
Award-Winning Inspirations Two years ago, we introduced our Inspirations® line of products. From crusty breads to the freshest meats and fish, from zesty salad dressings and grilling sauces to richly flavored chutneys, dipping oils, mustards, rubs, and tapenades, these new items have been met with enthusiasm. We knew customers liked the Inspirations line — but we wanted to know how people used it. What better way to find out than with a recipe contest?
Last fall, we asked you to submit recipes for a main course using any
Inspirations product. Hundreds of recipes arrived, and we were overwhelmed with tempting meat, chicken, seafood, and vegetarian entrées. We want to thank everyone who took the time to send us a recipe. Judges tested and retested, and the delectable winning results follow. The sheer variety of the entries impressed the judges, along with the scope of Inspirations products used to create flavorful meals. Between them, the three prize-winning entries and six honorable mention winners use 22 different Inspirations products from all areas of the store. We hope these award-winning recipes will inspire your own creativity and that you’ll let us know about your successes.