Monday, March 25, 2013

Easter Entertaining Made Deliciously Easy with Colman’s Mustard

Easter is a special time to gather friends and family to celebrate tradition and share a meal. Tradition, however, can also mean repetition; as in the same cherished family recipes that are always, well, the same. This year reach for Colman’s Mustard, the U.K.’s most celebrated mustard, and discover the ultimate ingredient that makes a delicious addition to this spring’s most anticipated meal.   

There are so many favorite dishes to look forward to at Easter dinner: baked ham, cornbread stuffing, roasted fingerling potatoes, and delicious pies. It’s sharing a meal, and all its parts, that make the holiday special. This Easter, Colman’s brings an unforgettable spicy kick to just about any recipe. Known as the English mustard, Colman’s turns up the heat in salad dressing, meat rubs, marinades and all the favorite side dishes to transform them into unforgettable taste sensations.

Not just another condiment, we use only the finest proprietary blend of brown and white mustard seeds grown locally around the Colman’s mill in Norwich, England.  The smoldering heat and sensational quality combine to create a unique flavor that’s versatile, robust and pure for the very best Easter meal yet.

Colman’s Double Superfine Dry Mustard Powder is long-lasting and economical, with an ultra-fine consistency that delivers layers of flavor and maximum kick when added to Easter favorites.

Colman’s Prepared Mustard is truly gourmet and at the ready to add smoldering heat to any dish. As always, Colman’s contains no dyes, chemicals, preservatives, or gluten – just 100% pure, irresistible tastiness.

New Ways to use Colman’s in Easter Dinner Favorites:

  • Whisk prepared mustard into a favorite salad dressing and drizzle over spring greens or crisp baby asparagus
  • Add a pinch or two to creamy carrot soup for a delicious and smoldering flavor
  • Deepen flavor profiles with Colman’s Superfine Dry Mustard Powder stirred into meat and vegetable marinades.
  • Use Colman’s Superfine Dry Mustard Powder as a dry rub for ham or roast beef before roasting.

This Holiday, call on Colman’s quality for this spring’s most celebrated meal and Complete Your Cooking with Colman’s.

HAM AND ASPARAGUS AU GRATIN
3 1/2 tablespoons butter
3 1/2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon Colman's Prepared Mustard
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 ¾ cups reduced fat milk
1 cup grated aged cheddar cheese
1 pound asparagus spears (about 16 spears)
8 slices cooked ham
2 cups cooked spinach noodles
Melt butter in a sauce pan. Whisk in flour and seasonings. Gradually add milk. Bring to boil, stirring constantly. Simmer until smooth and thickened. Add cheese and stir until melted. Cook asparagus in boiling water until tender-crisp (about 1 min). Roll two asparagus spears in each ham slice. Place noodles, then ham rolls, in baking dish; cover with sauce. Garnish with red pepper slices, if desired. Bake, uncovered, 20 min at 350° F. Makes 4 servings, or 2 rolls each.

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Here's wishing your family a healthy and happy Easter!

Enjoy Completing Your Cooking with Colman's.