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1 Spring Items at a Glance > Apple > Bell peppers > Dried cranberries > Fresh herbs > Garlic > Ginger root > Grape tomatoes > Green beans > Jalapeño chile pepper > Leeks > Lemons > Limes > Mango > Mushrooms > Potatoes > Red/yellow onion > Roma tomatoes > Romaine hearts > Spinach > Strawberries > Sweet potatoes > Zucchini For Schnucks Produce Teammates: April showers and May flowers spring always invokes a sense of renewal, and what better way to celebrate the new season than the fresh and vibrant offerings of the Produce department. This edition is chock-full of ideas and recipes that welcome all of the wonderful things that the season has to offer. Here are just a few of our produce-inspired favorites: Haroset Passover is a time for tradition, food and family, and our Haroset recipe stays true to these values. This customary condiment is made with just a few ingredients, including an apple, dried cranberries and pistachios. Help your customers locate these produce ingredients for this symbolic dish as part of their Seder table. pg. 13 Gnocchi with Brown Butter & Sage Gnocchi are truly a labor of love. These light potato pillows require two pounds of russet potatoes and fresh sage for the delicious brown butter sauce. Don t forget to point out our step-by-step instructions and accompanying video. pg. 14 Lemon Coconut Layer Cake Coconut cakes are a frequent choice for springtime desserts, but the key to this delightful recipe is the lemons. Generous amounts of both the grated zest and fresh juice are included in the cake and frosting, giving it the perfect balance of sweet and tart. pg. 18 5:00: Salmon The 5:00 feature in this edition might seem like it s focused on fish, but four of the five recipes wouldn t be complete without fresh ingredients from the Produce department. From a sweet and spicy mango relish to crisp green beans in our version of the classic Niçoise salad, these will all make great weeknight meals. pg. 24

2 > Spring inspirations For Schnucks Produce Teammates: Fresh Strawberry Margarita Help shoppers with their Cinco de Mayo menu including our delicious Fresh Strawberry Margarita. Driscoll s gemcolored strawberries are the perfect complement for the fresh lime in this festive drink, but you can also suggest other berries if a different taste profile is preferred. pg. 29 Red Pepper & Chicken Rotini Bright and sweet, red bell peppers are the star of this hearty dish. Paired with Roma tomatoes and fresh basil, this recipe is full of produce highlights. What s more, it s a budget-friendly mealtime solution, perfect for your savvy shoppers. pg Black Bean & Sweet Potato Chili As the season changes, there are still those occasional chilly spring days that call for a warming, hearty soup. This Black Bean & Sweet Potato Chili is perfect for these moments. With sweet potatoes, onions, garlic and fresh cilantro, this chili strikes just the right balance. pg. 31 Lovely leeks are a wonderful addition to many meals. Make sure shoppers know that although leeks resemble giant green onions, they actually impart a mild onion flavor that sweetens when cooked. When suggesting this delicious vegetable, refer customers to the leek spotlight and classic Potato Leek Soup recipe on page 5. Let them know to click on the video icon for helpful cleaning tips. { The Dish on Produce The new MyPlate icon suggests that half of our plates should be fruits and vegetables, making the Produce department a popular place for your valued customers. Check out our article on page 10 for more information about the USDA s new guidance and what it means for you and your customers. Gnocchi made from scratch? Be sure to point out Gnocchi 101 on page 15 for step-bystep instructions on how to make this delicious Italian classic at home. And don t forget about the video tag, which takes shoppers to the online video demonstration.

3 For Schnucks Meat and Seafood Teammates: With the renewed focus on lean protein in the USDA s new MyPlate dietary guidelines (which you can read about on page 10), the Meat and Seafood department will have many opportunities to shine. For this edition of the magazine, we ve featured recipes that include beef, pork, poultry and seafood below are just a few of our favorites that make great suggestions for your valued customers. Spring Items at a Glance Meat > Certified Angus Beef boneless beef loin strip steaks > Certified Angus Beef ground sirloin tip > Pepperoni > Pride of the Farm boneless rolled Boston pork roast > Sausage crumbles > Schucks Natural boneless, skinless chicken breast > Schnucks Smokehouse smoked chicken breast > Schnucks spiral sliced ham Seafood > Salmon Beef & Bean Nacho Bake Nachos are a great meal solution that the entire family will love, so be sure to keep this recipe in mind when customers are looking for new ideas. With Certified Angus Beef ground sirloin tip, this satisfying Mexican bake is delicious and fun for the entire family and for those busy weeknights, this one comes together in just 45 minutes! pg. 6 Creamy Beef Stroganoff Show your shoppers how to take classic Beef Stroganoff to the next level with our recipe on page 7, which calls for tender slices of Certified Angus Beef boneless loin strip steaks. Try this one out for yourself for a creamy, hearty dinner that takes under an hour to prepare. pg. 7 Spiced Orange-Glazed Ham Sweet and succulent, Schnucks spiral sliced ham is the perfect pick for any spring feast. Our recipe features a glaze made from scratch, but be sure to point out the delicious glaze packet included with the ham, along with the different ways it can be used as mentioned in the Easter spread. pg. 16

4 > Spring inspirations For Schnucks Meat and Seafood Teammates: Meat-Lovers Pizza & Spinach Artichoke Pizza We ve developed two delicious recipes for pizza that come together in just over 30 minutes. The Meat Lovers Pizza is a classic with pepperoni and sausage, and the Spinach Artichoke Pizza includes the optional topping of chicken from our Smokehouse. These pizzas come together much quicker than you d think, so try them for yourself at home. pg. 21 Fiesta Pork Enchiladas Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner, and these Fiesta Pork Enchiladas are a great suggestion for customers looking for festive recipe ideas. Affordable and tender, Pride of the Farm boneless Boston roast is the primary ingredient in this dish. pg. 28 { The Dish on Seafood Salmon is a nutritional powerhouse, and it gets the star treatment in this edition s 5:00 feature. Grilled, roasted or baked, all five recipes feature different ways to prepare this pink-fleshed fish. What s more, the recipes offer a wide variety of flavor profiles, from the bright notes of the Grilled Salmon with Mango Relish, to the satisfying crunch of our Tortilla-Crusted Salmon Cakes with Chipotle-Lime Tartar Sauce. Check out all of the recipes, starting on page 24.

5 Spring Items at a Glance > Baking ingredients > Beans > Cheese > Chocolate mint sandwich cookies > Coconut: flaked, frozen & cream > Corn muffin mix > Enchilada sauce > Enchilada size cafe style tortillas > Extra creamy whipped topping > Garlic cooking creme > Honey > Hoisin sauce > Instant pudding & pie filling > Lemon curd > Matzos > Pasta > Salsa > Sauerkraut > Schnucks Select Dijon mustard > Semi sweet chocolate chips > Sour cream > Sweet orange marmalade > Tortilla chips For Schnucks Center Store Teammates: The winter entertaining season may have passed, but there's a whole new lineup of celebrations in the spring, including Passover, Easter and Cinco de Mayo. Center Store is always busy, so take a spin through the magazine so you can be ready with delicious ideas and recipes. Below are just a few of our favorites to help you get started! Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta Our Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta is a great suggestion for busy shoppers looking for a quick and satisfying meal solution. Pasta, olive oil and garlic cooking creme are featured, so be sure to check this recipe and try it out for yourself. pg. 4 Chocolate Mint Parfait Five minutes for a delectable dessert? That s right! Our Chocolate Mint Parfait, which is made with instant pudding and chocolate mint sandwich cookies, takes just minutes to create. With all of the ingredients coming from center store aisles, be sure to highlight this recipe to your customers. pg. 4 Beef & Bean Nacho Bake Nachos are a great meal solution that the entire family will love, so be sure to keep this recipe in mind when customers are looking for new ideas. The majority of this recipe comes from center store aisles, from refried beans and salsa to Schnucks finely shredded Mexican fourcheese blend, so be prepared to point these out for a real Tex-Mex treat. pg. 6 Custard Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce Warm, creamy and delicious, bread pudding is a great go-to for dessert. Our version gets a kick from a warm Irish whiskey sauce, making it a great choice for any St. Patrick s Day celebration. Other ingredients include half-and-half, eggs, sugar and vanilla extract. pg. 9

6 >Spring inspirations For Schnucks Center Store Teammates: 13 Crunchy Caramel Matzo Passover is a sacred and important Jewish holiday, and to help celebrate, we ve created a recipe that reflects this tradition. With light brown sugar, butter and semi sweet chocolate chips, our Crunchy Caramel Matzo recipe makes for a sweet ending to Seder. pg Easter Feast If your customers Easter celebration includes a feast fit for kings, look no further than our spread starting on page 16. From ham to dessert, our recipes not only highlight fresh spring flavors, but most of the key ingredients are from center store. The ham s glaze is made sweet with a jar of orange marmalade; cream-style corn and corn muffin mix are imperative in the spoon bread; and the cake wouldn t be complete without all of the center store baking ingredients plus, don t forget the coconut flakes! pg Fiesta Time! Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner, and to celebrate the occasion in style, turn to our feature that starts on page 28. With enchilada sauce and canned black beans, our Fiesta Pork Enchiladas make for a hearty and spicy entrée, while the Dos Leches Cake ends the meal and contains all ingredients from center store. And don t forget to say a toast to our southern neighbors with a Fresh Strawberry Margarita. pg. 29 Red Pepper & Chicken Rotini With a bit of spice from crushed red pepper flakes and heartiness from high-fiber rotini pasta, this dish is delicious and satisfying. With several other ingredients like finely shredded Parmesan and extra virgin olive oil, this recipe is an affordable meal solution that the entire family will enjoy. pg Black Bean & Sweet Potato Chili As the season changes, there are still those occasional, chilly spring days that call for a warming, hearty soup. This Black Bean & Sweet Potato Chili is perfect for these moments. With canned beans, salsa and light sour cream, this chili strikes just the right balance. pg. 31

7 For Schnucks Deli Teammates: Spring Items at a Glance > Alfredo sauce > Blue cheese > Chef's Express spinach artichoke dip > Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese > Pizza shells > Schnucks Select top round corned beef > Schnucks whole roasted chicken The seasons may change, but one thing stays constant, and that s the lasting popularity of Schnucks fresh and delicious Deli offerings. This spring edition is full of great recipe ideas for customers, and below are a few highlights. 4 8 Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta It s hard to beat the convenience and versatility of Schnucks whole roasted chicken, which is the star in this creamy, satisfying recipe. The chicken is further elevated by refrigerated savory garlic cooking creme, adding to the richness of this dish. pg. 4 Reuben Casserole St. Patrick s Day is around the corner, and no Irish menu is complete without corned beef. We ve taken the classic reuben sandwich and turned it into a delicious casserole recipe, complete with corned beef and Alfredo sauce from the Deli. Be sure to suggest this to customers looking for a fun and festive way to celebrate! pg. 8 { The Dish on Deli Blue cheeses are often viewed as the cream of the crop when it comes to specialty cheeses because of the special processes required in production. Blue cheese variations are a delicious and elegant way to elevate any meal. Check out the blue cheese feature on page 22, and be sure to mention the Fettuccine with Spinach and Blue Cheese Sauce recipe that accompanies the article Gnocchi with Brown Butter & Sage Gnocchi are truly a labor of love. These light potato pillows take a bit of time and effort to make, but remind your customers that the resulting li dish is worth it! This recipe calls for a half cup of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, so be ready to help your shoppers find the perfect piece. Point out Gnocchi 101 on page 15 for step-by-step instructions on how to make this delicious Italian classic at home. pg. 14 Meat-Lovers Pizza & Spinach-Artichoke Pizza We ve developed two delicious pizza recipes that come together in just over 30 minutes. Our Spinach Artichoke Pizza includes smoked chicken and Alfredo sauce from the Deli. With the refrigerated shells, both pizzas come together much quicker than you d think. pg. 21