Honey Mustard Bacon Salad

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10

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Total Time
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15

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Serves
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4

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  • Ingredients

  • Preparation

  • 165 gr package Maple Leaf Ready Crisp® Bacon Bits, warmed
  • 4cups mixed baby greens
  • 2cups romaine, chopped
  • 1small avocado, diced
  • ½ cup corn
  • 1cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1cup garlic croutons
  • 4tbsp honey mustard dressing, prepared
  1. In a large serving bowl, add greens.
  2. Moving counter clockwise in wedges arrange the ingredients over lettuce.
  3. Add bacon followed by avocado, corn, tomato and croutons.
  4. Drizzle dressing over top. Give salad a big toss to coat and enjoy!
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Classic Bacon Cheddar Pierogies with Tangy Maple Broccoli Salad

Preparation
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10

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Total Time
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30

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Serves
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4

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  • Ingredients

  • Preparation

  • 1375gr Pkg Maple Leaf Original Bacon, diced into 1” inch pieces
  • 1907 Box Frozen Potato Cheddar Filled Pierogies, cooked and drained
  • 1large onion, sliced
  • cup cheddar cheese or white cheddar, shredded
  • ¼cup green onions, sliced
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Sour Cream – optional
  • Salad:
  • 3small crowns broccoli, cut into florets -steamed to al dente and chilled
  • 2tbsp dried cranberries
  • 10cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Vinaigrette:
  • ¼cup olive oil
  • 2tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • tbsp maple syrup
  • 1tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1tbsp salad seasoning, dried
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  1. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Cook bacon for 1 to 2 minutes until bacon just starts to render.
  2. Add onions and cook stirring frequently for about 6 to 8 minutes until bacon is just starting to crisp and onions are soft and golden.
  3. Using a soup spoon, tilt pan to remove some of the rendered bacon. Return skillet to heat and add cooked Pierogies. Let pierogies brown on one side before using a spatula to flip and coat with bacon and onion. Heat through for about 2 to 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Add cheddar cheese and sprinkle green onion over top. Turn heat down to low and allow cheese to melt.
  5. Salad:
    1. Place prepared broccoli, cranberries and cherry tomatoes in a large bowl.
    2. In a separate bowl combine all the ingredients for the vinaigrette. Whisk well to combine.
    3. Pour over salad and toss well to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve pierogies with a dollop of sour cream and salad, enjoy immediately.
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This broccoli salad is sure to be an all year crowd pleaser and the perfect compliment to rich and hearty pierogies. Try topping this broccoli salad with Maple Leaf Ready Crisp for a smoky addition when making a big batch!

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Creamy Butter Chicken Pasta

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10

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Total Time
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20

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Serves
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4

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  • Ingredients

  • Preparation

  • 2250gr pkg Maple Leaf Sliced Chicken
  • 1tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1400ml jar butter chicken sauce, prepared and warmed
  • 1410gr pkg bowtie pasta, cooked and drained and kept warm
  • 2cloves garlic, minced
  • 1medium green pepper, sliced
  • 1small red onion, sliced
  • ½pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Grated parmesan or paneer, garnish
  • Cilantro, optional
  1. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add peppers and onions and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until starting to brown and caramelize. Add garlic and cherry tomatoes and cook 1 minute longer stirring frequently.
  2. Add chicken and heat until warmed through, about 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Add warm sauce to cooked pasta in a large bowl and toss well to coat. Divide pasta on to plates and top with chicken and vegetable mixture.
  4. Garnish with cheese and cilantro if using.
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Ultimate Loaded Bacon Potato Soup

Preparation
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10

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Total Time
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70

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Serves
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6 to 8

servings

  • Ingredients

  • Preparation

  • 1375gr pkg Maple Leaf Natural Bacon, ½ inch dice
  • 2lbs Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced into ¼ inch pieces
  • 1medium onion, small dice
  • 1tbsp garlic, minced
  • tbsp butter
  • ¼cup AP flour
  • cups chicken broth
  • 1⅓cup 2% milk
  • 1cup cream
  • ½tsp paprika
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Sharp or old cheddar, grated + extra
  • Sour cream + extra
  • Green onion, garnish
  1. Cook bacon in a large heavy bottom soup pot or Dutch oven for 4 to 5 minutes until just crisp. Using a slotted spoon remove onto a paper towel lined plate. Remove all but 1 tbsp of bacon render.
  2. Add butter and onions and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute longer.
  3. Sprinkle in flour and paprika and stir frequently until smooth, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. Add potatoes and stir to coat. Pour in milk, broth and cream. Stir well to combine. Simmer for about 20 to 30 minutes or until potatoes are soft when pierced with a fork – they should almost be falling apart.
  5. Remove pot from stovetop onto a heat resistant surface. Place an oven mitt on one hand and lay a clean kitchen towel tight over the pot with enough room to place a hand mixer or an immersion blender into pot. Mix on low to medium until desired consistency.
  6. Add cheese and sour cream and continue to blend for another 1 to 2 minutes or until ingredients are incorporated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Add ¾ of the bacon into the soup and stir well.
  8. Ladle soup into serving bowls and garnish with remaining bacon, shredded cheddar, a dollop of sour cream and green onion if using.
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Bacon kitchen hack! Take the stress out of dicing bacon and try using sharp, clean kitchen shears.
Serve with fresh baguette and a small green salad.

Great make ahead! Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze in portions!

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Maple Leaf® Natural Shredded BBQ Chicken

  • Ingredients

  • Nutrition facts

  • Chicken
  • Water
  • Sugars (sugar, brown sugar)
  • Vinegar
  • Salt
  • Tomato
  • Spice
  • Onions
  • Yeast extract
  • Garlic
  • Smoke flavour

Please refer to the package for the most accurate  and up to date ingredient information.

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Maple Leaf® Natural Selections® Hickory Smoked Shaved Turkey – Family Size

  • Ingredients

  • Nutrition facts

  • Turkey
  • Water
  • Cultured sugar
  • Sea salt
  • Vinegar
  • Potato starch
  • Spice
  • Smoke
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Maple Leaf® Natural Selections® Pepperoni

  • Ingredients

  • Nutrition facts

  • Pork
  • Water
  • Tapioca starch
  • Salt
  • Spice
  • Vinegar
  • Dried garlic
  • Cultured celery extract
  • Sugar
  • Cherry powder
  • Herbs
  • Smoke flavour
  • Smoke
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Maple Leaf® Natural Selections® Hot Genoa Salami

  • Ingredients

  • Nutrition facts

  • Pork
  • Sea salt
  • Spice
  • Cultured celery extract
  • Cane sugar
  • Cherry powder
  • Lactic acid starter culture
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Maple Leaf® Natural Selections® Mild Genoa Salami

  • Ingredients

  • Nutrition facts

  • Pork
  • Sea salt
  • Cultured celery extract
  • Cane sugar
  • Cherry powder
  • Spice
  • Lactic acid starter culture
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