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Slow Cooking with Shirley J – Recap & Recipes

By Shirley J Monday June 28, 2010

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Karen Peterson, food blogger, cookbook author and slow-cooking expert recently taught a class at Shirley J. She taught us why you can and should use a slow cooker, what kind of slow cooker to buy, food safety, cleaning your slow cooker, how to convert conventional recipes into slow cooker recipes and great tips for slow cooking success!

Attendees were able to try three delicious, slow-cooked dishes using Shirley J products. Head on over to Karen’s blog for the recipes.

Shirley J BBQ Country Ribs (BBQ Sauce Mix and Onion Seasoning)
Easy Beef Stroganoff (Shirley J Universal Sauce and Chicken Bouillon)
Creamy Lemon Artichoke Pasta (Shirley J Universal Sauce, Chicken Bouillon and Onion Seasoning)

Karen Petersen is a stay-at-home mom to two kids who decided, somewhat on a whim, to cook 365 different slow cooker recipes over the course of one year. She is the author of the blog, 365 Days of Slow Cooking and she also blogs for Today’s Mama about slow cooking.

At the completion of her slow cooking goal, she authored a cookbook that has over 250 of the best recipes of her year-long quest. She enjoys running, anything chocolate, reading and bargain-hunting.

Universal Sauce Basics Cooking Class – May 7

By Shirley J Friday March 19, 2010

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May 7, 2010
12:00 pm	to	1:00 pm

Come taste Shirley J for yourself! We’ll demonstrate the versatility of our flagship product, Shirley J, a Universal Sauce. You’ll be amazed and realize that Shirley J is a must-have kitchen staple. Come hungry and leave a better cook!

Shirley J Cooking Class – Universal Sauce Basics
Date: Friday, May 7, 2010
Time: 12pm-1pm
Location: Shirley J Studio Test Kitchen (15 East 400 South, Orem)
Cost: Free
Type: Demonstration & Tasting

Spicy Indian Sauce

By Shirley J Monday March 8, 2010

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Spicy Indian Sauce

Ingredients:
2 c.    cilantro
¼ c.    mint
1     jalapeño
6     cloves of garlic (peeled)
1 c.    Shirley J Universal Sauce
4 c.    water

Directions:
Using a kitchen blender or stick blender, blend the cilantro, mint, jalapeño, garlic and one cup of the water until smooth. In a saucepan add the Shirley J Universal Sauce and the remaining water, stir until the Universal Sauce mix has dissolved and bring to a slow boil. Combine the blended ingredients with sauce, simmer for 10 minutes.

* Use in any type of Indian cooking. Perfect over rice or chickpeas, also great as a baking sauce for chicken.

Broccoli and Chicken over Pasta

By Shirley J Friday February 5, 2010

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Broccoli and Chicken over Pasta
using Shirley J Universal Sauce and Shirley J Chicken Bouillon

Ingredients:
1 c. Shirley J Universal Sauce
4 c. water
1/2 t. Shirley J Chicken Bouillon
2 c. grated cheese (any kind, cheddar and Swiss work well)
2 c. broccoli crowns (frozen or fresh)
3 c. chicken breast (cooked and chopped into bite-sized pieces)
5 c. cooked pasta

Directions:
In a saucepan on medium heat, add water, Shirley J Universal Sauce and Shirley J Chicken Bouillon. Allow it to simmer and thicken. Remove from heat and add cheeses. Whisk until the cheese is completely melted. Next add the broccoli and chicken then spoon over the pasta.

Garden Vegetable Soup

By Shirley J Friday February 5, 2010

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Garden Vegetable Soup
using Shirley J Universal Sauce and Shirley J Chicken Bouillon

Ingredients:
½ c yellow onions (diced)
½ c celery (cut into ¼ inch pieces)
1 c. corn (not canned)
½ c carrots (diced)
1 c. potatoes (diced and cooked)
½ t thyme
¼ t black pepper
1 c. Shirley J Universal Sauce
6 c. water
½ t. Shirley J Chicken Bouillon

Directions:
In a pot with 2 cups of the water, boil the onions, celery, potatoes and carrots until the potatoes are tender. Then add the remaining water, Shirley J Universal Sauce and Shirley J Chicken Bouillon. Stir until powder has dissolved and mixture starts to thicken. Cook for about 3 minutes on medium heat. Turn the soup down to low and add corn, thyme and pepper. Keep on low until it is served.

*ABM 2.4.2010
*SJCC 2.5.2010

Vanilla BBQ Sauce (Shirley J)

By Shirley J Wednesday February 3, 2010

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Vanilla BBQ Sauce
using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Ingredients:
1 T. Worcestershire sauce
1 t. vanilla
2 c. water
3/4 c. Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Directions:
In a saucepan combine all of the ingredients together and simmer for 5 minutes.

*ABM 2.2.2010

Root Beer BBQ Sauce (Shirley J)

By Shirley J Wednesday February 3, 2010

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Root Beer BBQ Sauce
using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Ingredients:
2 c. root beer soda (any quality brand, not diet)
3/4 c. Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Directions:
In a saucepan combine all of the ingredients together and simmer for 5 minutes.

*ABM 2.2.2010

Pineapple BBQ Sauce (Shirley J)

By Shirley J Wednesday February 3, 2010

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Pineapple BBQ Sauce
using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Ingredients:
2 c. pineapple juice
3/4 c. Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Directions:
In a saucepan combine all of the ingredients together and simmer for 5 minutes.

*ABM 2.2.2010

Mustard BBQ Sauce (Shirley J)

By Shirley J Wednesday February 3, 2010

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Mustard BBQ Sauce
using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Ingredients:
1 c. yellow prepared mustard
1 c. water
3/4 c. Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Directions:
In a saucepan combine all of the ingredients and simmer for 5 minutes.

*ABM 2.2.2010

Sweet Molasses BBQ Sauce (Shirley J)

By Shirley J Wednesday February 3, 2010

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Sweet Molasses BBQ Sauce
using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Ingredients:
3 T. molasses
1 t. vanilla
2 t. cider vinegar
2 c. water
3/4 c. Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Directions:
In a saucepan combine all of the ingredients and simmer for 5 minutes.

*ABM 2.2.2010

Kansas City BBQ Sauce (Shirley J)

By Shirley J Wednesday February 3, 2010

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Kansas City BBQ Sauce
using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Ingredients:
1 c. apple cider vinegar
1 c. honey
1/2 c. water
3/4 c. Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Directions:
In a saucepan combine all of the ingredients together and simmer for 5 minutes.

*ABM 2.2.2010

Cranberry BBQ Sauce (Shirley J)

By Shirley J Wednesday February 3, 2010

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Cranberry BBQ Sauce
using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Ingredients:
2c cranberry juice
3/4c Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Directions:
In a saucepan combine all ingredients together and simmer for 5 minutes.

**ABM 2.2.2010

Cherry BBQ Sauce (Shirley J)

By Shirley J Wednesday February 3, 2010

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Cherry BBQ Sauce
using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Ingredients:
1 c. dried cherries
1 c. water
4 T. Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Directions:
In a blender combine the cherries and water, then blend until smooth. Mix in Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix with spoon and let stand for about an hour.

*ABM 2.2.2010

Shirley J on Good Things Utah Cooking Segment – Recap

By Shirley J Monday February 1, 2010

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It’s been an exciting day over here at Shirley J! This morning Chef Brian made three quick, easy and delicious meals on Good Things Utah! All three dishes began with our best-selling product, Shirley J Universal Sauce. And what’s even more unique about our cooking segment: all three dishes were made in less than five minutes! Here’s a little run-through of our morning via pictures.

Chef Brian prepping for the segment. The Good Things Utah kitchen is a nice one!

The teaser shot of the three Shirley J dishes. Left to right: Chessy Asparagus and Rice, Farfalle Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato and Peas and Butternut Squash and Apple Soup. Of course, the shot wouldn’t be complete without a bag of Shirley J Universal Sauce behind it. We love how all three dishes started out with this one product! It truly is universal.

Chef Brian and Good Things Utah host, Nicea Degering on the cooking segment set. Doesn’t Nicea look like she was meant to wear that Shirley J apron? We think so!

Here’s Chef Brian, the hosts of Good Things Utah and the real Shirley J on set.

We were very lucky to have the real Shirley J, Shirley Jensen Smith on the set with us. Shirley is the namesake of our company and the wife of the original owner and creator of Shirley J, Don Smith. She is nothing but a joy and we feel so blessed as a company to have such a great relationship with her. Thanks, Shirley!

If you missed our cooking segment, you can watch it on the Good Things Utah Web site, here or below.

Click on the links below to get the recipes!

Cheesy Asparagus and Rice
Farfalle Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Peas
Butternut Squash and Apple Soup

Weekly Universal Sauce Recipe #5 – Butternut Squash & Apple Soup

By Shirley J Monday February 1, 2010

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This creamy and buttery soup is perfect for winter. And since you’re using Shirley J Universal Sauce, it’s one-fourth the calories compared to making the cream sauce part of the soup from scratch. Enjoy!

Butternut Squash and Apple Soup

Ingredients:

1 c. Shirley J Universal Sauce
4 c. water
1/2 t. Shirley J Chicken Bouillon
4 c. cooked butternut squash (blended smooth)
1 c. apple sauce (blended smooth)
¼ c. brown sugar
¼ t. nutmeg
¼ t. cinnamon

Directions:
In a saucepan on medium heat, add water, Shirley J Universal Sauce and Shirley J Chicken Bouillon. Allow it to simmer and thicken. Next, add the rest of the ingredients and simmer for five minutes.

Farfalle Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Peas

By Shirley J Monday February 1, 2010

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Farfalle Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Peas

Ingredients:
1 c. Shirley J Universal Sauce
4 c. water
1 t. Shirley J Chicken Bouillon
½ t. garlic powder
½ t. black pepper
4 c. cooked farfalle pasta
1 c. frozen peas
6 strips of bacon (cooked and crumbled)
1 c. Parmesan cheese
½ c. sun-dried tomatoes (cut into small strips)

Directions:
In a saucepan on medium heat, combine water, Shirley J Universal Sauce, garlic powder, black pepper, and Shirley J Chicken Bouillon. Allow it to simmer and thicken, then add the peas, bacon, tomatoes, and pasta; stir gently. Serve, garnishing with Parmesan cheese.

Butternut Squash and Apple Soup

By Shirley J Monday February 1, 2010

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Butternut Squash and Apple Soup

Ingredients:

Directions:
In a saucepan on medium heat, add water, Shirley J Universal Sauce, and Shirley J Chicken Bouillon. Allow it to simmer and thicken. Next add the rest of the ingredients and simmer for 5 minutes.

Weekly Universal Sauce Recipe #4 – Shirley J Fondue

By Shirley J Monday January 25, 2010

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Happy Monday!

Would you believe us if we said Valentine’s Day is only 20 days away! Have you made plans? Are you eating out, cooking in or better yet, cooking in with Shirley J? A popular and very romantic dish to share with your significant other is fondue. It’s served tableside and most of the preparation is done beforehand so it’s perfect for the a Valentine’s Day menu.

Try our recipe for fondue!

Shirley J Fondue

Ingredients:
1 c. Shirley J Universal Sauce
4 c. water
1 t. Shirley J Chicken Bouillon
8 oz. pepper jack cheese (shredded)
¼ t. black pepper

Directions:
In a saucepan on medium heat, add water, pepper, Shirley J Chicken Bouillon and Shirley J Universal Sauce. Mix together and bring to a slow boil. Add the cheese and stir, allowing cheese to melt before serving. Transfer to a fondue pot or slow cooker. Serve with bread, chips, vegetables, etc.

Be sure to check out all our other recipes on the Shirley’s Kitchen page. You’ll find other recipes that will suite your needs. Other recipes we suggest for Valentine’s Day:

Wilted Spinach & Bacon Salad
Bleu Cheese & Bacon Salad
Thai Peanut Sauce over Rice Noodles
Chicken in Mushroom Sauce over Wild Rice
Chicken Parmesan
Vegetarian Alfredo Pizza (in a heart shape!)
Brownie Cake with Ganache Frosting

50 Favorite Recipes – Free Downloadable PDF

By Shirley J Friday January 22, 2010

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So you’ve tried Shirley J Universal Sauce – and used it in some recipes like broccoli cheddar soup, Alfredo sauce, biscuits and gravy and maybe some other classics that we all love. You’ve even purchased some of our other products and are ready to expand your horizons!

Just in time for some weekend cooking, Shirley J is here to help! You can now download 50 of our favorite Shirley J recipes…for free! Just locate this nifty graphic on the right hand column of our community, Shirley’s kitchen or company pages and click to download or save to your computer. Print away.

You are just seconds away from having 50 great recipes in your hand! Recipes use a variety of Shirley J products in many different applications like main dishes, sides, salads, breads, sauces and desserts!

We can’t wait to hear what recipes become your new favorites!

BBQ Pork Sandwich with Sour Cream Flat Bread

By Shirley J Thursday January 21, 2010

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BBQ Pork Sandwich with Sour Cream Flat Bread

Ingredients for bread:
6 ½ c. Shirley J Honey White Bread Mix
1 c. warm water
2 c. sour cream
2 T. instant yeast

Directions:
Combine and mix all ingredients in an electric bread mixer on low speed for about 20 seconds then on medium speed for about 13 minutes. Remove dough from the mixer and place the into a bowl and cover with a damp cloth. Allow the dough to rise to twice its original size and cut off a piece the size of a golf ball; flatten it with a rolling pin to about 1/2 inch thick. Fry each piece in a non stick pan on medium heat until it is browned on both sides and cooked in the middle. Repeat this process until the entire batch is cooked.

Ingredients for pork filling:
½ c. Shirley J BBQ Seasoning
1 c. water
1 T. cayenne pepper sauce
2 T. honey
1 1/2 lb. pork roast (cooked and shredded)

Directions:
In a large sauce pan combine the Shirley J BBQ Seasoning, water, pepper sauce, and honey. Cook on medium heat for about 5 minutes and then add the pork.

Ingredients for slaw:
2 c. cabbage (sliced thin)
1 ea. red jalapeno (seeds removed and minced)
1 T. Shirley J Pizza and Pasta Seasoning
2 T. red wine vinegar

Directions:
In a bowl, combine cabbage, jalapeno, vinegar and Shirley J Pizza and Pasta Seasoning.

To assemble:
Spoon prepared pork mixture on top of cooked bread round. Top each sandwich with prepared slaw. Serve open-faced as a hand held food.

Yields: approx 24 sandwiches

Sausage Jalapeno Rolls

By Shirley J Thursday January 21, 2010

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Sausage Jalapeno Rolls

Ingredients:
6 c. Shirley J Honey White Bread Mix
2 ¼ c. water
2 T. instant yeast
25 slices of canned jalapeno
8 oz. cheddar or pepper jack cheese (cubed small)
1 1/2 c. spicy Italian or smoked sausage (cooked and cubed)

Directions:
Follow the directions on the bag of Shirley J Honey White Bread Mix for one batch. When the dough has risen lay it out on a pastry board and pat it with your hands until it is about 2 inches thick.

With a pastry knife cut it into 1 1/2-inch squares. In the center of each square place one jalapeno slice, one dime-size amount of cheese and a dime-size amount of the sausage in the middle of the dough square. Next fold the corners of the square over the filling. Place rolls on a greased sheet pan. Allow to raise for about 15 minutes, bake at 350 degrees F. for about 15 minutes.

Shirley J Fondue

By Shirley J Monday January 18, 2010

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Shirley J Fondue

Ingredients:
1 c. Shirley J Universal Sauce
4 c, water
1 t. Shirley J Chicken Bouillon
8 oz. pepper jack cheese (shredded)
¼ t. black pepper

Directions:
In a saucepan on medium heat, add water, pepper, Shirley J Chicken Bouillon and Shirley J Universal Sauce. Bring to a slow boil; add the Cheese and stir allow cheese to melt before serving. Transfer to a fondue pot or slow cooker. Serve with bread, chips, vegetables, etc.

Taste it… Try it… Love it!

By Shirley J Friday January 8, 2010

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During last night’s conference call Shirley J CEO and owner, Kelly Olsen annonced the new theme for Shirley J in 2010.

See it… taste it… try it… love it!

We love this new theme. It speaks volumes of how we feel about Shirley J products, especially our Universal Sauce.

See, we’ve found that once someone tastes Universal Sauce, they’ll see just how delicious, smooth and universal it is. Then when they try it, or rather, make it for themselves they’ll know just how easy it is to use.

After tasting and trying Shirley J Universal Sauce chances are anyone will love it!

July 17 Cooking Demo

By Shirley J Thursday July 16, 2009

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picture-51 Join us tomorrow for a great Shirley J Product Discussion and Cooking Demo!

Here’s what’s on the menu:

Twice Baked Potatoes
Broccoli Au Gratin
Macaroni & Cheese
Spinach Rice Casserole

Smoky Chicken & Vegetable Soup

Roasted Garlic and Chicken Pizza

Empanadas with Creamy Pepper Sauce
Garlic Herb Focaccia
Parmesan and Asiago Rustic Rolls
Grilled Vegetable Lasagna

Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
Pumpkin Bread

See you there!

Upcoming Events
- October 8, 2010:
  - Universal Sauce Basics Cooking Class: October 8 (12:00 pm)
- November 5, 2010:
  - Universal Sauce Basics Cooking Class: November 5 (12:00 pm)
- December 3, 2010:
  - Universal Sauce Basics Cooking Class: December 3 (12:00 pm)
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