Taste it…Try it…Love it!

Visit our storefront and studio test kitchen the week of March 29-April 2 to try Shirley J for yourself.

Each day we’ll have a different theme and various dishes, using Shirley J products for you to enjoy!

Here’s the schedule:
Butternut Squash & Pumpkin Soup
Monday: Soup Day
-Spring or fall, weekday or weekend, who doesn’t love a great soup? With Shirley J you can make fast and delicious gourmet soups that fit the family budget. Come by and try just a few of our recipes including Chicken Tortilla, Tomato Basil, Oriental and Cheddar Broccoli.

Queso - Shirley J Universal Sauce

Tuesday: Appetizers

-Family and friend gatherings happen all the time. Next time you’re asked to bring an appetizer or gnosh item make these Shirley J favorites: Spinach Pinwheels, Onion Dip & Veggies, Flat Bread, Shirley J Queso and Sausage Jalapeno Rolls.

Assorted Muffins - Shirley J Universal Muffin Mix
Wednesday: Cookies & Muffins
- Who doesn’t love a deliciously moist and flavorful muffin? What’s better? Muffins that are made in minutes, using Shirley J mixes. Come try a variety of flavor combinations, including chocolate cherry, lemon poppy seed, jalapeno cheddar and more! We’ll also have batches of fresh cookies for you to try!

Cinnamon Rolls - Shirley J Universal Sweet Roll Mix

Thursday: Sweet Rolls
- Don’t miss the opportunity to try one of Doug Dunford’s famous sweet rolls. Doug is the mastermind behind our bakery line and is a certified master baker. He’ll be in the Shirley J kitchen making these treats. Drop by to taste and get tips on any of our bakery mixes.

BBQ Ribs
Friday: BBQ Sauce Day
- Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix is one of the most unique products in the Shirley J line. Our just-add-water mix is one-of-a-kind and something you can have on hand and make in minutes! Try it with any meat or vegetable, and use it as a rub or marinade, too! Drop by to try nearly a dozen flavors made from typical pantry items! We’ll provide the meat so you can just dip away! Our favorites include spicy jalapeno, cola, apple and our Shirley J BBQ Mix simply mixed with water!

***We’ll also be having our Universal Sauce Basics Cooking Class on April 2 at noon. You’ll love it!***

Anniversary Case Lot Sale: Buy any case of product and receive a 20% discount during March 22-April 2.


***Follow us on Twitter and Facebook for live updates during this week. Most food will be ready near 11am and available until we run out.***

Thanks to all our friends who joined us last Thursday for a successful cooking demo. We’ve had many requests for recipes–please enjoy!

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* Wilted Spinach & Bacon Salad
* Vegetable Lasagna
* Chicken Enchiladas (coming soon)
* Creamy Black Bean Turkey Chili
* Pasta Alfredo
* Chicken Braid (coming soon)
* White Chocolate & Cranberry Cookie Bar

Picture 5 Come taste Shirley J Products for yourself! We’ll demonstrate the versatility of Shirley J products and feed you lunch. If you haven’t attended any of our Shirley J Cooking Demos or Product Discussions then this Friday’s event is the one to attend!

Mike Olsen and Margie Guest will discuss our products in depth and teach you how to Unlock Your Pantry using Shirley J Products. Come hungry anSourdoughCrostinid leave a better cook!

Dishes we’ll be serving and demonstrating:

* Rice Pilaf
* Spinach Dip with Sourdough Crostini
* Black and White Chicken Chile
* BBQ Chicken Pizza
* Pasta Alfredo
* Cheese Potato Soup
* Sourdough Bread Bowls
* Peach Cobbler
* Muffins

See you Friday!

Shirley J Cooking Demo & Product Discussion
Friday, June 19, 2009
12-1 p.m.
(801) 225-5073
15 East 400 South Orem, Utah

New dates for upcoming product demos have been added to the blog events page.

Shirley J Product Demos
Every other Friday at 12 pm
May 22, June 5, June 19, July 3, July 17 and July 31
Location: Shirley J Office, 15 E 400 South in Orem, Utah
*Come taste Shirley J for yourself! We’ll demonstrate the versatility of Shirley J products. Dishes prepared include pasta sauce, soup, casserole, stew, breakfast item and a main dish–all from the same sauce base! Classes also include in-depth discussion of Shirley J products.

We’re happy to announce that Shirley J has chosen a date for our “coming out” party! We’ll be hosting our national launch event in Salt Lake City August 14 & 15.

During these events Shirley J will officially unveil all of the new products, materials, new packaging, programs and systems. We will  invite all of our customers, Home Chefs, friends and family, along with the media and industry representatives to take part in this event.

We’ll keep you posted on the exact location of the event, along with other lodging and accommodation information as time goes on! For now mark those calendars!

Want to learn more about the new Shirley J Home Chef Program?

Come to the new Shirley J Storefront in Orem at 15 East 400 South on Monday, April 6 at 1 p.m. Our CEO, Kelly Olsen, along with other owners will teach you all you need to know about the Home Chef  program and training.

We can’t wait for you to be a member of our team! We know you are anxious to share your passion for Shirley J products, pantry management and teach others how to stretch their food dollar…all while earning some income.

shirley-j-temporary-signage2Well friends, it’s been a few weeks now since you began following the official Shirley J blog and started to learn a little bit more about us and our product line. I bet you’re getting anxious to try our products, see our Orem store, meet the new owners and talk recipes! Well I’m happy to report that you don’t have to wait much longer!

Shirley J invites each of you to our open house at our new location at 15 East 400 North in Orem, starting Monday, March 30 through Saturday, April 11. Bring your family and friends, because it’s going to be a fun event!

Learn about our ultimate universal cooking base and other great products! We’ll have cooking demonstrations, free recipes, balloons for the kids and a 10 percent discount for everyone that stops by!

We’re still working out some details so keep reading the blog and following us on Twitter for the latest updates.