Crispy Schnitzel Caesar Salad

Elevate your salad game with our traditionally breaded Chicken Schnitzel in this take on a classic Caesar. The creaminess of a homemade Caesar dressing contrasts beautifully with the crispy chicken and crunchy lettuce. The whole dish is ready in minutes, great for when you’re in a time crunch, or have other dishes to prepare. Equal parts indulgent and nourishing, it makes for a perfect lunch or accompaniment to a larger dinner spread. Remember to top with extra grated Parmesan to take it up another level!

Servings

Preparation

30 Mins

Cook Time

30 Mins

Level

Ingredients

4 Schneiders Chicken Schnitzel

4 slices Schneiders Thick-Cut Bacon

1/3 cup mayonnaise

1 small clove garlic, minced

4 tsp lemon juice

1 tsp grainy mustard

¼ tsp anchovy paste or Worcestershire sauce

Pinch each salt and pepper

¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

8 cups torn romaine lettuce

1 cup croutons

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Directions

Prepare schnitzel and bacon according to package directions, draining bacon on paper towel. Crumble or chop bacon and slice schnitzel.

Meanwhile, in large bowl whisk together mayo, garlic, lemon juice, mustard, anchovy paste salt and pepper. Whisk in ½ cup of the cheese.

Add lettuce, croutons and bacon to dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Top each serving with a sliced Schnitzel.

Tips:

You can substitute some or all of the romaine lettuce for baby kale, if desired. Or make a twist on a classic Caeser salad combination, and pair the salad with our Pork Schnitzel instead!

Hold back some of the dressing and drizzle over the chicken, if desired.

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Easy Weeknight Greek Flatbread

This Mediterranean-inspired meal comes together in minutes on your grill. Quick to prepare, it’s perfect for weeknights, lunches, or whenever you need a delicious meal that’s not overcomplicated. A pre-made flatbread is topped with our smoky Juicy Jumbo wieners and fresh Greek-inspired toppings. Crumbled feta, kalamata olives, cucumber and red onion are our recommendations, but feel free to customize each flatbread to suit the preferences of your diners! Beginner friendly, it’s great to serve for guests and kids.

Servings

Preparation

30 Mins

Cook Time

30 Mins

Level

Ingredients

4 Juicy Jumbos Original

2 flatbreads (250 g each)

½ cup tzatziki

1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

2 small tomatoes, thinly sliced

2 mini cucumbers thinly sliced

½ cup thinly sliced red onion

¼ cup pitted kalamata olives

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

¼ tsp each dried oregano and chili flakes

Juicy Jumbos - Original Wieners - Schneiders

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Directions

Preheat BBQ to medium-high heat until temperature reaches 350°F. Grill wieners according to package directions. Remove from grill and slice on the bias into bite-size pieces.

Grill flatbread 1 minute, on each side, until lightly toasted and grill-marked. Remove to serving board.

Top flatbreads evenly with tzatziki, feta, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, olives and sliced wieners.

Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil; sprinkle with oregano and chili flakes.

Cut into pieces to serve.

Tips:

Serve with extra tzatziki and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

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Spanish Butter Beans with Bacon

Classic tapas butter beans get an upgrade with the irresistible smokiness of our double smoked bacon, made with the best quality pork belly. This perfect-for-entertaining dish works as a dip with crusty bread or crackers, but you’ll love it as a savoury side to serve with dinner just as much. Protein packed and made with pantry staples, it’s equal parts indulgent and satiating.

Servings

Preparation

5 Mins

Cook Time

15 Mins

Level

Ingredients

4 slices Schneiders Hickory Smoked Bacon, chopped

1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1 shallot, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp tomato paste

½ tsp paprika

1 can (540 mL) butter beans, drained

2 tbsp red wine vinegar

¼ cup water

¼ tsp salt

2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

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Directions

In skillet over medium heat, cook bacon, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes; drain off fat. Add olive oil to pan. Fry shallot and garlic until softened and bacon is crisp, about 3 minutes. Add tomato paste to pan; cook, stirring, until slightly darkened, about 30 seconds.

Add the paprika and stir. Add the drained beans, red wine vinegar, water, and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until bubbling and heated through.

Sprinkle with parsley.

Tips (not mandatory): Butter beans are also called lima beans (the dry or canned version, which are cooked dry beans, not the frozen variety which are fresh lima beans). If you can’t find them canned, cannellini beans or any white bean will work just as well.

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Mac and Cheese Stuffed Jalapenos

A creamy one-pot mac and cheese, meets a finger food classic. Mac and Cheese stuffed Jalapenos, a slice of all-beef wiener, crumbled ham and some crispy breadcrumbs come together to make the ultimate snack for your next get together.

Servings

Preparation

45 Mins

Cook Time

60 Mins

Level

Ingredients

1 cup milk

1/2 cup water

3/4 cup dry macaroni

¼ tsp each salt and pepper

1/4 cup cream cheese

1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

1 tsp Dijon mustard

½ cup chopped thickly sliced Schneiders Original Smoked Ham

1 Schneiders All-Beef Wiener, finely diced

16 jalapeno peppers

½ cup panko bread crumbs

1 tbsp olive oil

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Directions

In saucepan, heat milk, water and macaroni over high heat until simmering; reduce heat and cook, uncovered, until macaroni is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 6 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in cream cheese, Cheddar cheese and mustard. Stir until melted and smooth. Stir in ham and wieners; set aside.

Meanwhile, slice jalapenos in half, lengthwise. Scrape out seeds and membranes, leaving stems intact. Arrange on baking sheet. Toss panko crumbs with oil until moistened. Spoon mac and cheese mixture into pepper halves. Sprinkle with panko mixture. Bake in 400°F oven until peppers are soft and panko is golden, about 30 minutes

Tips (not mandatory)

Don’t have hotdogs on hand? Swap in a little extra ham or cooked crumbled bacon.

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Chicago Dog Sliders

Mini hot dogs, topped with classic Chicago dog toppings, are the perfect addition to an otherwise effortless grazing board. A perfect, easy recipe addition to your summer go-to’s.

Servings

Preparation

15 Mins

Cook Time

30 Mins

Level

Ingredients

12 brioche slider buns or hawaiian rolls

6 Schneiders Original Recipe Classic Wieners

1 egg white, lightly beaten

½ tsp poppyseeds

½ tsp celery seeds

1 plum tomato, diced

6 sport peppers or pickled pepperoncini, stemmed and finely chopped

1 kosher dill pickle, finely chopped

1 shallot or ¼ onion, finely chopped

¼ cup sweet relish

¼ cup yellow mustard

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Directions

Preheat grill to medium heat.

Separate rolls and arrange on rimmed baking sheet. Using bread knife, slice rolls in half from top down almost all the way through, leaving them attached at bottom. Brush rolls lightly with egg white; sprinkle evenly with poppyseeds and celery seeds.

Place baking sheet on grill; close lid and grill until buns are hot, glazed and seeds have adhered, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from grill and set aside.

Grill wieners according to package instructions; remove to cutting board. Cut wieners in half, crosswise. Place wiener pieces in buns.

In small bowl, mix tomatoes, peppers, pickles, onions and relish. Spoon mixture over wieners in buns. Drizzle with mustard.

Tips (not mandatory) Serve these mini dogs as part of a summer-inspired grazing board, featuring with Schneiders Kolbassa, Thuringer Sausage, Pepperettes, a variety of cheeses, chutney, crackers, veggie crudites and chips.

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Spinach and Strawberry Salad with Sugared Bacon Pecans

This fresh, sweet and tangy salad matches sweet and smoky candied bacon pecans with fresh greens, berries, creamy goat cheese and a peppery balsamic vinaigrette. The sugared bacon pecans cook slowly in the oven, but the recipe makes many. They’re so delicious that it’s well worth the time to have them as a salad topper and a great little bar snack.

Servings

Preparation

90 Mins

Cook Time

15 Mins

Level

Ingredients

2 tbsp pasteurized egg white (or ½ of a fresh egg white)

2 cups pecan halves

8 slices Schneiders Hickory Smoked Classic Cut Bacon, cooked and crumbled

½ cup granulated sugar

1/8 tsp each salt and black pepper

8 cups baby spinach or baby kale

½ tsp thinly sliced red onion

2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced

½ cup crumbled soft goat cheese

Black Pepper-Balsamic Vinaigrette:

1 tsp Dijon mustard

1 tbsp minced shallot

3 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar

¼ tsp each salt and black pepper

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

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Directions

Preheat oven to 250°F. Lightly grease a large rimmed baking sheet.

In large mixing bowl, beat egg white until frothy. Add pecans, stirring to coat the nuts evenly. Add bacon, sugar, salt and pepper. Toss until evenly coated. Spread the pecans evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Let cool in pan on rack.

Black Pepper-Balsamic Vinaigrette: Meanwhile, in separate large bowl, whisk together mustard, shallot, vinegar, salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in oil until emulsified.

Add spinach and red onion to bowl; toss lightly to coat. Top with strawberries, goat cheese and pecans.

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Chimichurri Sausage Flatbread

Spicy smoked sausage pairs perfectly with cherry tomatoes, a drizzle of garlic oil and crumbled cheese on top of flatbread, for this tasty, shareable snack. A drizzle of homemade spicy chimichurri and a scattering of arugula takes it from everyday to wow.

Servings

Preparation

30 Mins

Cook Time

10 Mins

Level

Ingredients

4 Schneiders Three Cheese Jalapeno Smoked Sausages

1/3 cup finely chopped packed fresh parsley leaves

1/3 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro

1 tbsp finely chopped fresh oregano leaves

1 tbsp seeded and minced jalapeno pepper

3 tbsp garlic oil (or extra-virgin olive oil)

1 tbsp water

2 tsp wine vinegar

¼ tsp each salt and pepper

2 flatbreads (250 g each)

¼ tsp smoked paprika

2/3 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

2/3 cup crumbled queso fresco (fresh cheese)

1 cup baby arugula

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Directions

Preheat BBQ to medium-high heat until temperature reaches 350°F. Grill sausages according to package directions. Meanwhile, stir together parsley, cilantro, oregano, jalapeno, garlic oil, water, wine vinegar, salt and pepper. Brush 1 tbsp of the parsley mixture over each flatbread. Grill flatbreads until lightly toasted, about 1 minute per side. Arrange, brushed side up, on large baking sheet.

Slice sausages into coin-size pieces. Sprinkle flatbreads evenly with paprika. Top flatbreads with sausage, tomatoes and cheese.

Place baking sheet directly on grill; close lid and grill until heated through, about 2 minutes. Remove to cutting board. Top with arugula.

Cut into wedges and drizzle with remaining parsley mixture before serving.

Queso fresco is a fresh Mexican cheese available in many supermarkets and specialty stores. You can substitute it with dry cottage cheese, paneer or even feta in a pinch.

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Salchipão Sliders

Dinner rolls make the perfect mini bun for grilled smoked sausage and chimichurri. Whether you call them salchipao as they do in Brazil, or choripan, as they do in Argentina, they’re equally delicious and the perfect backyard snack to enjoy with a beer at your next cookout.

Servings

Preparation

10 Mins

Cook Time

10 Mins

Level

Ingredients

3/4 cup finely chopped packed fresh parsley leaves

3 tbsp finely chopped fresh cilantro

2 tbsp finely chopped fresh oregano leaves

1 plum tomato, chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

½ jalapeño pepper seeded and minced

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

2 tbsp water

1 tbsp red wine vinegar

¼ tsp each salt and pepper

4 Schneiders Original Hardwood Smoked Sausages

16 dinner rolls, split

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Directions

To make chimichurri sauce, combine parsley, cilantro, oregano, tomatoes, garlic, jalapeno, oil, water, vinegar, salt and pepper in bowl; set aside.

Meanwhile, preheat grill to medium-high heat. Cut sausages in half, lengthwise, then crosswise in half. Thread onto soaked bamboo or metal skewers. Grill until lightly charred and heated through, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Add buns, cut side down, to grill in last 30 seconds of cooking to lightly toast.

Remove sausages from skewers. Serve 2 pieces of sausage in each bun, topped with chimichurri sauce.

Don’t like cilantro? Just replace with parsley.

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Bacon Wrapped Grilled Peaches

This fresh and summery first course or appetizer pairs smoky bacon with tender, ripe grilled peaches, a whole grain mustard and honey drizzle and fresh basil.

Servings

Preparation

10 Mins

Cook Time

20 Mins

Level

Ingredients

1 pkg. (375 g) Schneiders Hickory Smoked Classic Cut Bacon

4 large peaches, each cut into 6 wedges

12 basil leaves

1 tbsp whole grain mustard

1 tbsp honey

1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

¼ tsp pepper

2 cups baby arugula

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Directions

Preheat grill to medium-low heat.

Cut bacon slices in half. Wrap each piece of bacon around a peach wedge and basil leaf; secure with a toothpick. Spritz lightly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Grill peaches until bacon is evenly cooked, turning occasionally, about 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, mix together mustard, honey, olive oil and pepper. Serve grilled peaches on platter over a bed of arugula; drizzle with mustard mixture.

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Summer Sausage and Asparagus on Toast

Creamy herbed goat cheese spread, dry summer sausage and garlicky roasted asparagus are the perfect topping for a fat slice of toasted boule – it’s the perfect easy brunch.

Servings

Preparation

10 Mins

Cook Time

10 Mins

Level

Ingredients

1 lb asparagus, trimmed

1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

¼ tsp each salt and pepper

2 cloves garlic, minced

¼ cup softened cream cheese

¼ cup soft goat cheese

1 tbsp chopped fresh chives

1 tsp minced fresh thyme

4 slices sourdough boule, toasted

16 slices Schneiders Dry Summer Sausage

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Directions

In roasting pan or on rimmed baking sheet toss together asparagus, oil, salt and pepper until coated. Roast in 450°F oven, tossing once, until tender-crisp and starting to brown, about 10 minutes, sprinkling with garlic and tossing in last 2 minutes of cooking.

Meanwhile, stir together cheeses, chives and thyme until smooth. Spread onto toast. Top with summer sausage and asparagus mixture.

Tips: Serve with a fresh butter lettuce and Belgian endive salad with sweet onions and radishes, tossed with your favourite vinaigrette.

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