Colman's Mustard Give-Away Challenge

Have you heard about how fiery hot Colman's Mustard is? Do you think you can handle the heat?

Colman's knows that while spicy, flavorful food can be delicious and fun to eat, it often causes foreheads to sweat, noses to wrinkle, and other less-than-attractive facial features to take place.

For one week only, Colman's will send an "I Like It Hot" Colman's Yellow T-shirt, a jar of prepared mustard, and a tin of mustard powder to one lucky winner that shows us their best "That was TOO hot!" face.


Just send a picture of what your face looks like after you eat too much Colman's Mustard (or any other spicy food) to tleigh@christiecomm.com and you will be entered to win.


Open to US residents only.

Send pictures by December 16, 2011 4:00pm PST

Extra entries granted for:


- Following this blog


- Following Colmans on Twitter @ColmansMustard1


- Tweeting about this give-away


(Leave a comment with a link to your Account)

Congratulation to our winner: Tyler from Aimes, IA!! Thank you for your entries and check back for more opportunists to win Colman's Mustard!

Keeping New Years Resolutions is a Breeze with Colman's Mustard

Colman’s Mustard Makes Keeping New Year’s Resolutions a Breeze

Colman’s takes salads to the next level with only 10 calories per serving and no fat.

(Santa Barbara, California) – November 28, 2011. New Years Eve is a time to celebrate the past, look towards the future, and resolve to make the next year even better than the last. For many, this means deciding to break unhealthy patterns and get into shape. According to a study conducted by GNC, 38% of people who make new year’s resolutions plan to lose weight and get healthier*.

However, while the goal of regaining health and fitness is a great aspiration, it can often be hard to attain. According to the New York Times, up to a third of resolution-makers won’t even make it to the end of January before they are back to their original habits**. This year, Colman’s Mustard (http://www.colmansusa.com/) wants to make sure that those resolving to eat healthier and lose weight don’t lose sight of their goals.

One of the easiest ways to stay on track with a weight-loss plan is to cook at home instead of eating out. With a fiery flavor that can be added to soups, salads, and vegetable dishes, Colman’s makes home-cooked healthy food exciting and tasty.

In addition to boosting the flavor of healthy meals, adding Colman’s to home-cooked foods can actually help accelerate weight-loss goals. According to CNN Heath’s 10 Spices and Herbs That Aid Weight Loss, research shows that as little as one teaspoon of mustard can raise metabolic rates by nearly 25%***.

Just a dash of Colman’s Mustard Powder with olive oil and vinegar is all it takes to make a zesty, nutritious, gourmet vinaigrette dressing. Those that prefer an even hotter taste can try Colman’s Chili Vinaigrette. Either way, with Colman’s Mustard there is no excuse to get bored or frustrated when trying to lose weight and add more healthy foods to a typical diet.

Colman’s Chili Vinaigrette

Ingredients:
4 tbs. olive oil
1 tbs. white wine vinegar
1 tsp. Colman’s Prepared Mustard
4 “splashes” mild green Tabasco sauce
½ cup lemon juice
2 tsp. honey

Instructions:
Blend the oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, Tabasco, and lemon juice in a blender.
Pour generously over salad.

Serves 4.

*http://www.livestrong.com/article/63536-stick-lose-weight-resolution/
**http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2007/12/31/will-your-resolutions-last-to-february/
***http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/04/health/gallery/weight-loss-spices-herbs/index.html?hpt=he_t5

Add Fiery Flavor to Traditional Thanksgiving Favorites for Less with Colman’s Mustard

(Santa Barbara, California) - November 2, 2011 – While Thanksgiving is a great time to bond with family and friends and give thanks for the fulfillment they bring, food is undoubtedly a favorite part of the holiday for many. Traditional dishes like mashed potatoes, yams, and roasted turkeys fill the air with familiar smells, evoking memories of good laughs and full bellies. However, sometimes the same old flavors can lose their luster.

This Thanksgiving, add Colman’s Mustard (http://www.colmansusa.com/) to the menu for a zesty flavor that will liven up any of the traditional dishes. Now until Thanksgiving Day, visit your local grocery store to purchase a jar of Colman’s Prepared Mustard or a tin of Colman’s Mustard Powder for a special, limited-time discounted price – up to 20% off!

Colman’s Mustard is a natural way to add extra flavor to any healthy meal. Besides being made from naturally grown, top-quality mustard seeds, Colman’s Mustard is gluten free, preservative free, and contains only 10 calories per teaspoon. Place a dollop on your turkey, add a teaspoon to your favorite salad vinaigrette, or try an exciting twist on classic Thanksgiving mashed potatoes or delicious holiday ham with the following recipes:

Colman’s Sweet Potato & Mustard Mash
Ingredients:
4 large sweet potatoes
1 cup double cream
6 level teaspoons of Colman’s Prepared Mustard
Juice of 2 Lemons

Preparation:
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into large cubes.
Boil them for 15 minutes in salted water until they are just tender but not soft.
Drain, and transfer to a blender and add the cream. Blend for about 30 seconds until you have a smooth mixture.
Return the potatoes to the pan and stir in the Colman’s Mustard, warm through and add the lemon juice.

Serves 8
(Source: Paul Hartley’s ‘The Colman’s Mustard Cookbook’)

Baked Holiday Ham with Simple Peach Mustard Glaze
A simple, two-ingredient glaze makes this baked ham a snap to prepare and bake.

Ingredients:
1 large ham, ready to cook, about 10 to 12 pounds
1 cup peach preserves or peach jam
2 tablespoons Colman’s Prepared Mustard

Preparation:
Heat oven to 350°.
Place the ham on a rack, fat side up, in a large baking pan or roasting pan. Score the ham lightly all over with a sharp knife. Add 1 1/2 cups of water to the pan and cover tightly with foil.
Bake the ham for about 18 minutes per pound, or to an internal temperature of 148°. Meanwhile, combine the preserves and Colman’s Mustard to make the glaze.
About 20 minutes before the ham is done, brush the ham all over with glaze ingredients.
Serves 8
(Source: About.com)

About Colman’s
Established in 1814, Colman’s of Norwich has been recognized widely as the English mustard in the U.K. Using a unique and zesty blend of brown mustard seeds (Brassica Juncea) and white mustard seeds (Sinapis Alba), Jeremiah Colman created a mustard with a flavorful heat sensation that has become an essential condiment and paramount ingredient in Britain’s favorite recipes, even to the highest royal order. In 1866 Queen Victoria bestowed the ultimate seal of approval - the Royal Warrant – galvanizing Colman’s as the crown jewel of mustards, securing its place in the most discerning kitchens around the world. Sold as prepared mustard and mustard powder, Colman’s provides a pure, fiery and complex condiment for all your recipes and dishes. Complete Your Cooking With Colman’s. Visit Colman’s of Norwich on the web at http://www.colmansusa.com/ and follow us on Twitter @colmansmustard1. For recipes, extended history and information please visit www.colmansusa .com. For product samples, press materials, or further information, please contact Leigh-Anne Anderson, Christie Communications, at 805-969-3744, or landerson@christiecomm.com ###

Colman’s Mustard Recipes Light up Hanukkah Meals

As the holiday season rapidly approaches, many home-chefs are looking for ways to add new and exciting flavor experiences to traditional festive foods. This Hanukkah, experiment with Colman’s Mustard (http://www.colmansusa.com/) to create a variety of dipping sauces that are bursting with fiery flavor! Potato latkes are even more tempting when dipped into zesty Colman’s Horseradish Mustard Sauce, and Colman’s Honey Mustard Sauce brings a new life to fried corn dollars.

Certified Kosher (K LBD), Colman’s Mustard is an untraditional way to spice up a traditional holiday menu. Perfect as a marinade for fish or as an ingredient in a spicy salad dressing, Colman’s is much more than a condiment; it is a versatile, pure ingredient that is sure to become a pantry stable all year round.

Colman’s iconic bright yellow color is a perfect way to pay tribute to the holiday of lights, and the intense flavors of Colman’s Honey Mustard Sauce and Colman’s Horseradish Sauce are nothing short of a holiday miracle.

Colman’s Honey Mustard Sauce

Ingredients:

8 tsp. Colman’s Original Prepared Mustard
6 tsp. honey
1 cup cider vinegar
2 tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. black pepper
1 tsp. white pepper
½ tsp. light soy sauce
2 tsp. salted butter


Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients, except soy sauce and butter, in a saucepan.
2. Simmer for 10 minutes, then remove from heat
3. Stir in soy sauce and butter to combine

Serves 5

Colman’s Horseradish Mustard Sauce

Ingredients:
2 tbs. Colman’s Original Prepared Mustard
½ cup prepared white (beetless) horseradish
½ cup light or reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tbs. snipped chives, dill, or tarragon
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions:
1. In a food processor, combine the mustard, horseradish, mayonnaise, chives, and lemon and process until smooth.
2. Season to taste with the salt and pepper.
3. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
(Source: http://www.kashrut.com/recipes/mustard_sauces/)

Colman's Mustard Adds a Fiery Flavor to Traditional Thanksgiving Favorites!

While Thanksgiving is a great time to bond with family and friends and give thanks for the fulfillment they bring, food is undoubtedly a favorite part of the holiday for many. Traditional dishes like mashed potatoes, yams, and roasted turkeys fill the air with familiar smells, evoking memories of good laughs and full bellies. However, sometimes the same old flavors can lose their luster. This Thanksgiving, add Colman’s Mustard (http://www.colmansusa.com/) to the menu for a zesty flavor that will liven up any of the traditional dishes.

Colman’s Mustard is a natural way to add extra flavor to any healthy meal. Besides being made from naturally grown, top-quality mustard seeds, Colman’s Mustard is gluten free, preservative free, and contains only 10 calories per teaspoon. With a superior taste and unforgettable heat, Colman’s Mustard is a pantry staple for any discerning cook who wants to cook low-fat, flavorful, exciting, natural meals.

Colman’s Mustard is a powerful, versatile ingredient that at-home cooks, as well as restaurant chefs, use to add an extra dimension of irresistible flavor to their meals. Place a dollop on your turkey, add a teaspoon to your favorite salad vinaigrette, or try an exciting twist on classic Thanksgiving mashed potatoes or delicious holiday ham with the following recipes:

Colman’s Sweet Potato & Mustard Mash

Ingredients:
4 large sweet potatoes
220ml double cream
6 level teaspoons of Colman’s Prepared Mustard
Juice of 2 Lemons

Preparation:
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into large cubes.
Boil them for 15 minutes in salted water until they are just tender but not soft.
Drain, and transfer to a blender and add the cream. Blend for about 30 seconds until you have a smooth mixture.
Return the potatoes to the pan and stir in the Colman’s Mustard, warm through and add the lemon juice.

Serves 8
(Source: Paul Hartley’s ‘The Colman’s Mustard Cookbook’)

Baked Holiday Ham with Simple Peach Mustard Glaze

A simple, two-ingredient glaze makes this baked ham a snap to prepare and bake.

Ingredients:
1 large ham, ready to cook, about 10 to 12 pounds
1 cup peach preserves or peach jam
2 tablespoons Colman’s Prepared Mustard

Preparation:
Heat oven to 350°.
Place the ham on a rack, fat side up, in a large baking pan or roasting pan. Score the ham lightly all over with a sharp knife. Add 1 1/2 cups of water to the pan and cover tightly with foil.
Bake the ham for about 18 minutes per pound, or to an internal temperature of 148°. Meanwhile, combine the preserves and Colman’s Mustard to make the glaze.
About 20 minutes before the ham is done, brush the ham all over with glaze ingredients.
Serves 8
(Source: About.com)

Welcome to our Blog

Known internationally for unforgettable spicy mustard, we at Colman’s of Norwich are excited to heat up America. As Britain’s most beloved mustard for nearly 200 years, we are pleased as punch to immigrate to this side of the pond to bring you the fiery, gourmet taste we’ve been known for by our Colman’s loyalists – the Queen herself included!

Since 1814, our prepared mustard and tins of dry mustard powder are made from a proprietary blend of brown (Brassica Juncea) and white (Sinapis Alba) mustard seeds processed at the Carrow factory on the outskirts of Norwich, England. Today, we carry forth our perpetual dedication to mustard by using only the finest mustard seeds and a single-minded focus on the tradition that has made it the spicy mustard from English pubs and palaces, to America’s most discerning household and commercial kitchens.

Our quality and zesty flavor integrates seamlessly into the demands of discriminating palettes the world over, so much so that every minute of the day 45 jars of Colman’s Mustard are purchased all over the world! Colman’s distinctive and incredibly flavorful mustards provide a slow-building heat that is not overpowering but instead adds unique layers of flavor to everything from Asian dishes to American grilling favorites. Toss in dressings, add to soups and stews, or make your next dinner party extra special with a mustard that serves as condiment, spice, and seasoning all rolled into one hot spoonful.

Widely considered the English mustard in the U.K, Colman’s has a rich history for turning heads of the royal order, as well. In 1866 Queen Victoria bestowed us the ultimate seal of approval - the Royal Warrant – galvanizing Colman’s as the crown jewel of mustards, securing its place in both commoner and royal kitchens alike.

In more modern times, chefs and foodies the world over consider Colman’s an iconic brand that is a cut above, calling on the smoldering flavor to deepen taste profiles and sets the standard for complexity and versatility as a condiment, seasoning and rub, or when added to soups, stocks and meat dishes. It’s our quality and the gourmet kick that keeps Colman’s at arm’s reach for discriminating palettes.

Let us know how you’re using Colman’s in your recipes and how you are completing your cooking with Colman’s!

Cheers!

The Colman’s Team