Dish! - 2018 Issue 7

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2018 Issue Seven | August | martinbros.com

All About Kids

+ Menu Ideas for All Ages

Mac & Cheese Sliders page 4

Recipe Specials page 9

Training MultiGenerational Teams page 13

Butter vs Margarine page 14

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All About Kids

HEALTHCARE SPECIALISTS Erika Kramer, Ryan Young, Scott Lynam

VICE PRESIDENT OF MERCHANDISING Jennifer Meinders

MEDICAL SUPPLIES SPECIALIST Becky Miller

MARKETING MANAGER Angie Dark

EQUIPMENT & SUPPLY SPECIALISTS Mary Schott, Bobbi Bowden, Rick Moser, Mario Mery, Kam Miller

VENDOR MARKETING COORDINATOR Krystle Kettman

In many cases, kids can make or break people’s decisions on where to dine. Make sure the kids’ experience at your restaurant is top notch, starting with your kids’ menu! You’ll be driving more traffic and creating happy customers that come back again and again! Take a look at our ideas on this feature topic…and much more…in this issue of Dish! magazine!

Krystle Kettman

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Diane Chandler

CATEGORY MARKETING MANAGERS Natalea Koehn, Julie Podhaski, Steve Krivachek, Roxanne Hassman, Julie Coen, Maggie Jensen C-STORE & RETAIL SPECIALISTS Bonnie Davis, Craig DeHoet, Denise Funk, Don Wallace

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Rob Swiatly, Trevor Holman, Jeff Sadler, Bill Pendry, C. Allyn Slack PHOTOGRAPHY Rob Swiatly

DIETITIANS Julie Halfpop, Stacy Mason, Mary Sell, Renee Greiner, Christine Link, Christy Edwards, Gretchen Robinson, Katie Wulkow, Kyndra Hamblin

Managing Editor | kkettman@martinbros.com

CULINARY Scott Fadden, Steve Tiezzi, Doug Voss, John Smith

VIDEOGRAPHY C. Allyn Slack INTERACTIVE DESIGN SPECIALIST Bill Pendry Potential profits are based on average prices and serving sizes. Martin Bros. reserves the right to correct all printing errors.

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HOT DISH!

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All About Kids

Recipe Specials, Rebates & New Items

Recipe Specials

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BUSINESS BUZZ

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

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Training Multi-Generational Teams

Butter vs Margarine: What’s the Fat in That?

Kids’ Menu Ideas

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Generational Training

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Butter vs Margarine

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SCHOOLS

Top 25 New Items for 2018-19

25 New School Items

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All About Kids!

In many cases, restaurants’ kids’ experiences can make or break people’s decisions on where to dine.

Make sure the kids’ experience at your restaurant is top notch, starting with your kids’ menu!

You’ll be driving more traffic and creating happy customers that come back again and again!

SLIDERS Featuring Rotella’s Sliced Sweet Slider Bun (995220 – 9/12 ct) Hamburger/Cheeseburger Valley Meats Beef Slider Patty (916030 – 94/1.7 oz)

n w O r u o Create-Y l a e M s r e Slid

Chicken Breast Sandwich 2 oz – Wayne Farms Marinated Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast (977408 – 40/4 oz) Pulled Chicken Sandwich Smithfield Curly’s® Smoked Pulled Chicken (939310 – 2/5 lb)

SIDES McCain Ranch Seasoned Tots (955970 – 6/5 lb) McCain Smiles® (944520 – 6/4 lb) Lettuce Blend (360676 – 4/3 lb) Norpac Flav-R-Pac® Premium Extra Fine Green Beans (961740 – 12/2 lb) Capital City Seedless Watermelon (377945 – 1/2 ct) Lamb Weston Lamb’s Supreme® Lightly Seasoned Mashed Potatoes (961450 – 6/4 lb) Carrot Sticks (380471 – 1/5 lb) with Ventura Classic Gourmet® Bistro Buttermilk Ranch Dressing (638230 – 4/1 gal) Wholesale Red Delicious Apples (370177 – 1/12 ct) & Wholesale Granny Smith Apples (370771 – 1/12 ct

DESSERTS General Mills Yoplait® Go-Gurt® 2 oz or Go Big® 4 oz (935950 – 1/48 ct) Strawberry Yogurt Blue Bunny Vanilla Chocolate Chip Funwich® – Chocolate Chip Cookie Layered with Vanilla Ice Cream Dipped in Milk Chocolate Coating (307951 – 1/6 ct)

COST $2.61 SELL AT $6.99

POTENTIAL PROFIT* $4.38 2

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BUILD YOUR OWN TACO PLATTER 2 each � Catallia Pressed Flour Tortillas – 6 in (949950), heated 2 oz � Hormel Café H® Chicken Carnitas (919720), prepared 2 oz � Kraft Heinz Quality Chef Beef Taco Filling (614630), prepared 1 oz � Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese (900868) 1 oz � Shredded Lettuce (360730) 1 oz � Bix Diced Tomato (380248) 1 oz � Bix Diced Yellow Onion (380718) 3-5 slices � Capital City Jalapeño Pepper (365150) 1-1/2 oz � Kemps Sour Cream (900540) 1-1/2 oz � Cookies Mild Salsa (561130) 3/4 oz � Barrel O’ Fun Tortilla Chips (602200) 2 oz � Knouse Lucky Leaf® Queso Blanco Cheese Sauce (430690), heated

Kids Love to Build!

For kids, there’s nothing like being able to get messy and create masterpieces! And that includes food masterpieces!

When kids get the chance to make their own meal, for instance, they’re going to be kept busy and happy…and they may even just eat more, too! These are all big wins for the adults they’re with…and also for your restaurant!

PREP | Stuff tortillas with chicken and beef. Plate remaining ingredients. Serve.

COST $2.25 SELL AT $6.99

POTENTIAL PROFIT* $4.74

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COST $1.35 SELL AT $4.99

POTENTIAL PROFIT* $3.64

CHEESY ROLLUPS 2 each � Catallia Pressed Flour Tortillas – 6 in (949950) 2 oz � Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese (900868) 5 oz � McCain Ranch Seasoned Tots (955970), prepared 2 oz � Cookies Mild Salsa (561130) 2 oz � Kemps Sour Cream (900540) PREP | Place cheddar cheese on tortillas, heat to melt cheese and roll. Serve with tots, salsa and sour cream.

MAC & CHEESE SLIDERS 2 each � Rotella’s Sliced Sweet Slider Buns (995220) 2 each � Valley Meats Beef Slider Patties (916030) 4 oz � Mrs. Gerry’s Premium Macaroni & Cheese (361575), prepared 4 oz � Norpac Flav-R-Pac® Premium Extra Fine Green Beans (961740), prepared 1 oz � Knouse Lucky Leaf® Queso Blanco Cheese Sauce (430690), heated PREP | Cook beef slider patties to desired temperature. Toast buns. Build sliders, topping with macaroni & cheese. Serve with green beans drizzled with queso.

COST $2.18 SELL AT $5.99

POTENTIAL PROFIT* $3.81 4

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GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD 2 oz � Bix Chopped Romaine Lettuce (380378) 1 oz � Lettuce Blend (360676) 1 each � Wayne Farms Marinated Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast – 4 oz (977408) As needed � McCormick Grill Mates® Montreal Chicken® Seasoning (472761) 3 slices � Capital City Cucumber (360460) 3 wedges � Capital City Tomato (362012) 1 oz � Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese (900868) 2 oz � Dressing 1 each � New York Garlic Breadstick (985330), prepared PREP | Season and grill chicken breast until internal temperature reaches at least 165°F; slice into strips. Build salad, serving with choice of dressing and breadstick.

COST $2.27 SELL AT $5.99

POTENTIAL PROFIT* $3.72

COST $4.87 SELL AT $10.99

POTENTIAL PROFIT* $6.12

SIRLOIN STEAK MEAL 1 each � Greater Omaha Center Cut Choice Top Butt Beef Steak (937613) 1/2 cup � Wholesale Broccoli (360062), steamed 6 oz � Mrs. Gerry’s Premium Macaroni & Cheese (361575), prepared 1 slice � Hormel Fully Cooked Bacon 1™ – 18/22 (999950), cooked, crumbled PREP | Cook steak to desired temperature. Serve with broccoli and macaroni & cheese topped with bacon 2018 ISSUE SEVEN

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STEAK COST $7.77 SELL AT $22.99

POTENTIAL PROFIT* $15.22

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1 each � Greater Omaha Center Cut Choice Top Butt Beef Steak (937613) Optional � McCormick Grill Mates® Montreal Steak® Seasoning (471181) PREP | Cook steak to desired temperature. Top with a slice of Monterey Style Butter (recipe below).

RIBS 1/4 rack � Hormel Fire Braised™ St. Louis Style Pork Ribs (997850) As needed � Ken’s Sweet Baby Ray’s® Barbecue Sauce (560510 PREP | Prepare ribs. Glaze with barbecue sauce.

POTATOES 6 oz � Norpac Flav-R-Pac® Flame Roasted Gold Potato Wedges with Herb Seasoning (909640) PREP | Prepare potatoes.

VEGETABLES 4 oz � Norpac Flav-R-Pac® Grande Classics Normandy Blend Vegetables (962820) As needed � McCormick Grill Mates® Vegetable Seasoning (470201) PREP | Prepare and season vegetables.

MONTEREY STYLE BUTTER YIELD | 8 1/2 lb � Butter, room temperature 2 Tbsp � McCormick Lawry’s® Roasted Garlic & Red Bell Pepper Monterey Style Seasoning (473241) 2 Tbsp � Green Onions (361010), chopped 1/4 cup � Kraft Grated Parmesan Cheese (903460) PREP | Mix all ingredients. Place onto plastic wrap, roll into a tube shape approximately 1-1/2 inch and chill for at least 1 hour.

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CHEESE PIZZA YIELD | 4

COST $3.44 SELL AT $9.99

POTENTIAL PROFIT* $6.55

1 each � Rich’s Seasoned Cauliflower or Broccoli & Cheddar Pizza Crust (956850 or 956860) 3 oz � Kraft Heinz Escalon Allegro Classic Italian Pizza Sauce (551650) 4 oz � Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (900990) As needed � Bix Basil (391000), chiffonade PREP | Spread crust with pizza sauce. Top with cheese. Bake at 400°F until cheese is melted.

Garnish with basil.

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PLANT-BASED & GLUTEN-FREE PIZZA CRUSTS Vegan. Vegetarian. Flexitarian.

Gluten Intolerant.

Everyone loves pizza night � regardless of their dietary restrictions and preferences.

Meet the evolving demands of consumers with delicious and versatile products that deliver food safety, ease of use and premium value.

Seasoned Cauliflower (956850) Broccoli & Cheddar (956860) 24/10 in 2018 ISSUE SEVEN

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4 Mini Flatbread Menu Ideas for Kids TEX-MEX FLATBREADS 2 Tbsp � Ken’s Sweet Baby Ray’s® Barbecue Sauce (560510) 3 oz � Smithfield Curly’s® Smoked Pulled Chicken (939310) 2 oz � Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese (900868) 2 tsp � Cookies Mild Salsa (561130) As needed � Kemps Sour Cream (900540) PREP | Spread barbecue sauce onto each flatbread.

Top with pulled chicken and shredded cheddar. After baking, top with salsa and sour cream.

GRILLED CHEESE FLATBREADS 2 slices � Kraft American Cheese (955020) PREP | Place one cheese slice in between two flatbreads. Repeat. Cook on a flat top grill until cheese is melted.

CHEESEBURGER FLATBREADS

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2 tsp � Special Sauce (see recipe below) 3 oz � Valley Meats Ground Beef – 80/20 (913060), cooked 2 oz � Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese (900868) 2 oz � Bix Diced Tomato (380248) 4 slices � Bay Valley My Hometown™ Hamburger Dill Pickle Slices (610380), diced PREP | Spread Special Sauce onto each flatbread.

Top with cooked ground beef and shredded cheddar cheese. After baking, top with diced tomato and diced pickle.

SPECIAL SAUCE

View our new, quick and fun video! youtube.com/martinbrosdist

YIELD | 8

1/4 cup � Kraft Heinz Ketchup (551260) 1 Tbsp � Kraft Heinz Mustard (561250) PREP | Mix ingredients together.

MEATBALL FLATBREADS 2 Tbsp � Kraft Heinz Bell ‘Orto Marinara Sauce (550690) 3 each � Tyson Bonici Oven Roasted Italian Style Pork & Beef Meatballs – Fully Cooked (979170), halved 2 oz � Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (900990) As needed � Bix Basil (391000), diced PREP | Spread marinara sauce onto each flatbread.

Top with halved meatballs and shredded mozzarella.

After baking, garnish with diced basil.

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COST $2.18 SELL AT $5.99

POTENTIAL PROFIT* $3.81

RECIPE SPECIALS, REBATES & NEW ITEMS Pricing valid through August 31, 2018

RECIPE SPECIALS KICKIN’ CHICKEN BACON AVOCADO SANDWICH 1 each – Wayne Farms Platinum Harvest® Marinated Chicken Breast (977420) As needed – McCormick Cajun Seasoning (472171) 1 each – Baker Boy Artisan Philly Hamburger Bun (992838) 2 slices – Hormel Fully Cooked Bacon 1™ – 18/22 (999950) 1 slice – Mild Cheddar Cheese (901840) 1/4 each – Wholesale Avocado (375060)

COST $3.03 SELL AT $9.99

POTENTIAL PROFIT* $6.96

1 oz – Paris Brothers Terrapin Ridge Farms™ Hot Pepper Bacon Jam (733221) Season and grill chicken breast until internal temperature reaches at least 165°F. Toast bun. Heat bacon until desired crispness. Melt cheese on top of chicken. Build sandwich.

WAYNE FARMS PLATINUM HARVEST® MARINATED CHICKEN BREAST (977420 – 26/6 oz)

$29.95

MCCORMICK CAJUN SEASONING (472171 – 1/18 oz)

$14.59

BAKER BOY ARTISAN PHILLY HAMBURGER BUN (992838 – 60/2.46 oz)

$31.99

HORMEL FULLY COOKED BACON 1™ – 18/22 (999950 – 2/144 slice)

$95.99

PARIS BROTHERS TERRAPIN RIDGE FARMS™ HOT PEPPER BACON JAM (733221 – 1/1 gal)

$58.99

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LOADED SHRIMP MAC & CHEESE

SEE HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE!

VIEW OUR NEW, QUICK AND FUN STEP-BY-STEP VIDEO YOUTUBE.COM/MARTINBROSDIST

MAC & CHEESE Yield: 8 2 lb – Zerega Cortona® Cavatappi Pasta (480910) 48 oz – Water 2 cups – Custom Culinary Whisk & Serve® White Sauce Mix (501540) 2 Tbsp – McCormick Perfect Pinch® Salt-Free Garlic & Herb Seasoning (475751) 2 lb – Shredded Pepper Jack Cheese (903140) 2 lb – Shredded White Cheddar Cheese (307670) 1. Cook pasta until al dente. Drain.

2. Bring water to a minimum of 190°F. Whisk in white sauce mix. Continue to cook over low heat. Add seasoning and cheeses. Continue to stir until sauce is creamy.

3. Add cooked pasta to prepared sauce and allow it to continue to thicken.

TOPPINGS 5-6 each – Aqua Star Peeled & Deveined Tail-Off White Shrimp – 16-20 ct (924410) 1/2 cup – Wholesale Broccoli (360062), cut into florets 1/2 cup – Monterey White Mushrooms (360930, 360950), quartered 2 each – Hormel Fully Cooked Bacon 1™ – 18/22 (999950), chopped 2 Tbsp – Breadcrumbs (415638) 1 tsp – Rema Santa Lucia Extra Virgin Olive Oil (620591) 2 Tbsp – Grated Parmesan Cheese (430201) 1. Sauté shrimp, broccoli, mushrooms and bacon.

2. Plate desired amount of Mac & Cheese (see recipe). Top with sautéed toppings.

3. Mix breadcrumbs and olive oil. Sprinkle on top of mac and toppings along with the cheese.

4. Place under a broiler or in a hot oven, browning the top.

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COST $4.91 SELL AT $14.99

POTENTIAL PROFIT* $10.08

ZEREGA CORTONA® CAVATAPPI PASTA (480910 – 2/10 lb)

$21.99

CUSTOM CULINARY WHISK & SERVE® WHITE SAUCE MIX (501540 – 4/38 oz)

$63.99

MCCORMICK PERFECT PINCH® SALT-FREE GARLIC & HERB SEASONING (475751 – 1/20 oz)

$18.99

AQUA STAR PEELED & DEVEINED TAIL-OFF WHITE SHRIMP – 16-20 CT (924410 – 5/2 lb)

$67.99

HORMEL FULLY COOKED BACON 1™ – 18/22 (999950 – 2/144 slice)

$95.99

BREADCRUMBS (415638 – 1/15 lb)

$16.99

REMA SANTA LUCIA EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL (620591 – 1/1 gal)

$26.59

HOT DISH!

NEW ITEMS Marie’s Creamy Avocado Poblano Dressing (632420 – 2/1 gal)

Spicy poblano peppers meet cool and creamy avocado in this smooth dressing boasting notes of buttermilk and lime juice.

Sweet Baby Ray’s® Citrus Garlic Mojo Wing Sauce

Korean BBQ & Wing Sauce

A tangy blend that doubles as a marinade and dipping sauce. Hints of garlic, citrus, cumin and oregano.

Sweet and savory, traditional Asian flavor for all your favorite dishes. Use it in stir-fry, on grilled meat and veggies or as a dip to create the perfect East-meets-West flavor profile.

(561428 – 4/64 oz)

Sweet Yeast Hamburger Bun (956960 – 60/2.6 oz)

(562270 – 2/.5 gal)

Baked. Sliced. + $5/CASE REBATE THRU 9/30/2018

A delectable cookie easily recognized by its iconic, deep-red, red velvet color. An irresistible combination of rich cocoa and vanilla chunks.

Fully Cooked Bacon 1™ - 9/13 (968280 - 2/144 slice) Offers the same performance and thickness as a 9/13 slice count raw bacon with some great added benefits.

Delivers the flavor, texture and appearance of freshly cooked-from-raw, premium bacon. Eliminates the hassles of cooking bacon from raw. Frees up people, equipment and space. From package to plate in moments.

Waffle Breaded Chicken Fries (957340 - 2/5 lb) The sweet taste of waffles combined with the juicy tenderness of chicken.Great as a basket, appetizer, grab and go snack or kids’ meal option. Add syrup as a side for dipping. +$5/CASE REBATE THRU 9/30/2018

Red Label® Applewood Smoked Wings Bone-In (957350 - 3/5 lb) & Boneless (957360 - 2/5 lb) Easy, efficient way to serve both styles of wings ...with a trendy new flavor. +UP TO $500 REBATE THRU 12/31/2018

Best Maid Homestyle Red Velvet with White Chunk Cookie Dough (956870 – 180/2 oz)

Sea Salt & Pepper Popcorn Shrimp - 65/100 ct (388670 - 1/10 lb)

Made with real sea salt and cracked black pepper.

Crispy and crunchy texture. Great hold time. +UP TO $750 REBATE THRU 8/31/2018

Bonici Jalapeño Pepperoni (957320 - 1/10 lb) Sliced jalapeno pepperoni.

Pork/beef. 14 slices per ounce. +UP TO $500 REBATE THRU 9/30/2018 ®

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EMOTICONS™ CRISPY MASHED POTATO SHAPES (968290 – 6/4 lb) They’re here! Smiles® meet Emoticons™!

Winky, Wow, Lovey, Heart and HaHa! • Ovenable • Smart Snack Compliant • Gen Z Appeal

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PLANT-BASED & GLUTEN-FREE PIZZA CRUSTS Vegan. Vegetarian. Flexitarian.

Gluten intolerant. Everyone loves pizza night — regardless of their dietary restrictions and preferences.

Meet the evolving demands of consumers with delicious and versatile products that deliver food safety, ease of use and premium value.

24/10 in

Seasoned Cauliflower (956850)

Broccoli & Cheddar (956860) FTO-So Easy

BUSINESS BUZZ

TRAINING YOUR

MULTI-GENERATIONAL TEAM Christy Edwards, RDN, CD

Martin Bros. Wisconsin Marketing Dietitian

One of the challenges in the workplace today is the age range of the workforce. It is estimated that by 2020, at least 50% of the workforce will be millenials. This shift in workforce balance creates new issues with employee training and retention. Here are some things to think about as you work with a multi-generational team:

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Keys to effectively train and retain a multi-generational team: • Personalize learning experiences by utilizing the appropriate learning style for each employee in a way that maximizes retention and application on the job.

• Provide social learning – team exercises, on-the-job training and/or mentoring.

• Engage and grab attention!

• Offer recognition and rewards.

• Use gamification – turn training into a game that engages employees.

• Think about your work environment, including work spaces, benefits and employee engagement programs, and what could be done to increase both employee morale and your organization’s overall success.

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H E A LT H A N DW E L L N E S S

What’s the Fat in That?

The debate continues…butter or margarine?

Katie Wulkow Martin Bros. Menu Production Dietitian

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utter has long had a bad rap due to its amounts of saturated fat and cholesterol. However, that is changing these days with the new clean label trend. Butter is a dairy product (milk or cream) with at least 80% butterfat.

That’s clean label. Therefore, butter’s popularity is rising.

Margarine was created as a butter alternative. It is a legally-defined product – made from vegetable oils and must contain 80% fat by weight (the fat is at least the same as butter). Flavor and color are typically artificial. In the past, the vegetable oils were partially or fully hydrogenated to add stability to the product, resulting in the creation of trans fats. The FDA recently ruled, however, that partially hydrogenated oils were not generally recognized as safe, resulting in the elimination of partially hydrogenated oils from food. Thus, margarine was reformulated to contain palm oil.

Unless margarine is combined with butter, it is a cholesterolfree product with less saturated fat than butter. Margarine is a commodity item. Therefore, margarine costs less than butter.

So, here are a couple questions that we get asked quite a bit about the butter versus margarine debate:

POPULAR PRODUCTS

1. Is there a product that will perform like butter but be cost effective?

Yes! Butter blends are growing in popularity.

European-style butter blend is a premium margarine with extra fat (82%-83%), so it will closely resemble butter in flavor, structure and mouthfeel. There are four forms available depending on application.

• Firm: Comes in one-pound packs and can be used in many applications from baking to spreading.

• Whipped: Firm margarine whipped with nitrogen for easier spreading. Mainly comes in portioncontrolled pack sizes used for spreading.

• Soft: A portion of the firm fat is substituted with liquid oil.

Used as a spread.

• Liquid: All of the firm fat is replaced with vegetable oil for a pourable product. Used as an ingredient or for brush-on applications.

Smart Balance ® Buttery Spread Combines superior taste with a patented blend of vegetable oils that is balanced to help support healthy cholesterol levels.

Discover the rich butter flavor and kitchen versatility of the product that started it all.

• 0 grams trans fat per serving • Patented blend of non-hydrogenated oils • Excellent source of Omega-3s • 100% vegan (non-dairy) • Gluten free • Kosher parve Portion Control (621220 – 600/5 gr) 5 lb (621230 – 1/6 ct)

2. So, should we choose butter or margarine?

Well, that depends on the goals of your operation. Factor in the following: • Food cost • Budget • Application – Are you using it as an ingredient or as a spread?

• Consumer preferences • Marketability of your menu – Do you want to promote…that you use clean label ingredients? have heart healthy foods? have vegan options?

SunGlow ® EuropeanStyle Butter Blend Extra-creamy flavor of a real EuropeanStyle Butter Blend that holds up to your most exciting creations. Made with skim milk and simple, clean ingredients. More-consistent cost that provides substantial savings over the flux of traditional butter pricing.

Portion Control (996250 – 720/5 gr) 1 lb (621160 – 1/36 ct) 5 lb Whipped (622058 – 1/4 ct)

Did you know? NORPAC IS NON-GMO! We are proud of the crops we grow and of the hard work we put into growing safe, wholesome and high-quality vegetables. That’s why all of our vegetables and

NON GMO

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vegetable blends are now certified Non-GMO. At NORPAC we: • Do not use genetically modified organisms.

• Grow crops from seed varieties developed through conventional breeding techniques.

• Separate our crops by distance and time to preserve their identity.

• Support local farming economies that promote health and a positive global ecosystem.

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Renee Greiner, RDN, LD Martin Bros. Dietitian, Menu Systems Support & Advisor and School Specialist

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Pancake Bites (968320 – 384/.51 oz)

Appleways® Blueberry Lemon Crispy Bites (416470 – 108/1 oz)

Easy Entrées™ Texas Ranchero® Pinto Beans (601670 – 6/#10)

22 Bomb Pop® Banana Fudge Novelties (308410 – 2/12 ct)

Hashbrown Rounds (968410 – 6/5 lb)

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Potato Pearls® Mashed Sweet Potatoes (603188 – 10/26.7 oz)

Here are some of the top new items for the new school year!

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State Fair® Crispitos® Buffalo Style Chicken & Cheese Filled Tortillas (957330 – 72/3.45 oz)

12 Goldfish® Honey Bun Grahams (411290 – 300/1 oz)

NEW ITEMS FOR 2018-19

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7 French Toast Bites (968300 – 384/.51 oz)

SCHOOLS

Bomb Pop Jr.® Banana Fudge Novelties (966440 – 6/24 ct)

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Emoticons™ Crispy Mashed Potato Shapes (968290 – 6/4 lb)

Pillsbury™ Grape Filled Crescents (956000 – 72/2.29 oz)

9 Confetti Cake Frosting Filled Cookies (968310 – 120/1.7 oz)

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10 Eggo Bites® Confetti Mini Pancakes (957260 – 72/3.03 oz)

Goldfish® French Toast Grahams (411280 – 300/1 oz)

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Appleways® Bean & Veggie Crispy Crackers (416500 – 108/1.2 oz)

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Cheetos® Cheddar Cracker Trax Crackers (609698 – 150/.875 oz)

Simply Cheetos® Puffs White Cheddar Snacks (609688 – 104/.875 oz)

19 Tony’s® Cheesy Garlic Flatbreads (304620 – 96/3x8 in)

23 Bomb Pop Jr.® Fruit Bomb™ Strawberry Banana Novelties (315690 – 6/24 ct)

20 Ultimate Chocolate Frozen Yogurt (954340 – 72/4 oz)

Orange Dream Frozen Yogurt (954360 – 72/4 oz)

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Bomb Pop Jr.® Fruit Bomb™ Strawberry Raspberry Novelties (315700 – 6/24 ct)

Molded Fiber 6 Compartment Trays (357855 – 4/125 ct)

2018 ISSUE SEVEN

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GLOVE 101

ONESAFE GLOVE OPTIONS

FEATURING oneSAFE Single-Glove Dispensing System A revolutionary innovation for increased food safety.

Makes it easy to grab only one glove at a time only at the cuff, increasing safety, improving hygiene, reducing waste and adding efficiency. Powder free.

Non-Sterile Exam-Grade Gloves

Used in situations when there is potential for contact with infectious material.

Single Dispenser Rack (051010) Triple Dispenser Rack (051020)

MedHandler oneSAFE Vinyl Gloves Small (051200 - Special Order) Medium (051210) Large (051220) Extra Large (051230) 4/200 ct

Foodservice Gloves Used for food handling and some housekeeping procedures.

FoodHandler oneSAFE Vinyl Gloves Small (051030 - Special Order) Medium (051040) Large (051050) Extra Large (051060) 4/200 ct

Utility Gloves

Depending on the type of glove, used for protecting skin and fingers from anything from harsh chemicals to sharp objects.

Yellow Flock-Lined Latex Gloves – 12 in Ideal for medium duty janitorial cleaning and housekeeping tasks.

Small (270900) | Medium (270910) Large (270920) | Extra Large (270930) 1/2 ct

Green Unlined Nitrile Gloves – 18 in Extra long design and extra heavy duty.

Ideal for scrubbing pots, pans, rotisseries, fryers and dish machines.

Blade Blocker Cut Protection Glove Ambidextrous and cut-resistant. Ideal for butchering, deboning and ice carving. *Not for use with electrically-powered blades.

Medium (270200) | Large (270210) 1/2 ct

Medium (049260) | Large (049270) 1/1 ct

Brute Container Dollies If you are currently dragging your Brute(s) across parking Biohazard Spill Mop Kit (028070) Includes Cabinet, Handle & 10-ct Biohazard Spill Mop Pads

lots or rough terrain to reach the dumpster, consider using this ergonomic dolly to reduce worker injury and damage to your Brutes. Holds 32, 44 or 55 gallon Brutes, up to 250 pounds and has heavy duty, large rear wheels designed to go over construction debris, grass, gravel and dirt.

• Can be used to remove regular spills or biohazard spills safely and quickly and help to prevent cross-contamination.

• Leaves floors dryer than a cotton string mop.

• Each mop absorbs up to 13 ounces (0.4 L) of NaCL 0.9% or 32 ounces (0.94 L) of water-based liquids, which are then locked inside the pad to prevent leaks.

Heavy Duty Brute Container Dolly (022420) Features a ramped base for ease of sliding containers on and off and unique hook to lock containers in place during transport.

• Integrated release lever on the handle helps avoid contact with the soiled mop during disposal.

Need More Mop Pads?

Biohazard Spill Mop Pads (028080 – 1/10 ct)

Broomgee & Wet/Dry Pan Maximizer Broomgee (022400) A double-sided tool – broom on one side and squeegee on the other. Perfect for picking up both liquid and solid spills.

Maximizer Wet/Dry Debris Pan (022410) Unique design keeps both wet and dry debris from leaking back out and holds 10x more than standard dust pans.

Brute Container Dolly (022425) The perfect solution if you want to leave your Brute attached to the dolly and have to move it over rough or uneven surfaces. Features a twist lock base to secure the Brute to the dolly and two front casters in addition to the heavy duty, large rear wheels.

Freshness that Makes Perfect Scents

A 360° approach to battle odor – one of the most frequent restroom complaints.

ActiveAire® Passive Whole Room Freshener • Fill the restroom with pleasant fragrance to combat odors and ensure a clean, fresh-feeling environment.

• On-trend fragrance refills provide consistent freshening for 30 days, coordinate with ActiveAire® Deodorizer Urinal Screens and feature an easy-access design that makes maintenance a breeze.

BLACK DISPENSER (813100) • For smaller and/or well-vented restrooms.

• Place anywhere there is good airflow.

• Passively distributes fragrance for freshness throughout the restroom.

• Simple installation and easy access design makes maintenance a breeze.

• Battery free, so it provides freshness with even less maintenance.

FRESHENERS (1/12 ct) • Coastal Breeze: Escape to the coast with a fragrance that suggests fresh seaside air and a cool, gentle breeze. (813110) • Lavender: A soothing, spring-like floral and fruity fragrance infused with apple, cucumber and violet softened by powdery undertones. (813120) • Pacific Meadow: A fresh fragrance with bold scents of bergamot and eucalyptus as well as hints of jasmine and pine needle. (813130) • Citrus: Brings to mind hand-picked fruit, lemon and mandarin with a subtle hint of pomegranate and sandalwood. (813140)

ActiveAire® Deodorizer Urinal Screens • Keep the air smelling fresh at a key point for at least 30 days.

• Premium, low-splash urinal screens also help ensure everything stays where it’s supposed to.

• On-trend fragrance refills coordinate with ActiveAire® Whole Room Freshener.

- Coastal Breeze: Escape to the coast with a fragrance that suggests fresh seaside air and a cool, gentle breeze. (813310) - Lavender: A soothing, spring-like floral and fruity fragrance infused with apple, cucumber and violet softened by powdery undertones. (813320) - Pacific Meadow: A fresh fragrance with bold scents of bergamot and eucalyptus as well as hints of jasmine and pine needle. (813330) - Citrus: Brings to mind hand-picked fruit, lemon and mandarin with a subtle hint of pomegranate and sandalwood. (813340)

WEBINARS & EVENTS Our webinars and events are designed to educate customers of all segments. Please refer to the color-coded key to see if they pertain to you.

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WEBINARS Aug

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Ironing Your Bossy Pants: Leadership Development Gretchen Robinson, RDN, LD & Julie Halfpop, RDN, LD

Do you wear the “bossy pants” in your healthcare community? Do they need to be ironed a bit? Learn how to get the wrinkles out of your leadership style to develop a positive work experience.

Sept

5

Survey & Food Safety Readiness Barbara Thomsen, CDM, CFPP/RAC

Not everyone has the same idea of what “clean” is, so having a set standard that you can show and share is paramount in maintaining the survey-perfect kitchen. Learn how you can define clean in relation to sanitary and safe food handling.

EVENTS

Food Safety Training September 12th • Iowa City, Iowa

Learn how to minimize the risk of foodborne illness, comply with state codes, and lower food and labor costs. Register by August 24th.

October 18-19, 2018

Iowa Events Center, Des Moines

NEW LOCATION

Learn about new and emerging foodservice trends Food Expo Education - CEUs Available Cocktails & Tapas Reception Evening Entertainment

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SAVE THE DATE

Most Martin Bros. webinars and events are FREE and can earn you CEUs.

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