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A Box Full of Possibilities

Read along and discover all the ways the team at Wind & Willow incorporates this Swiss Army Knife of a product into their culinary creations.

Each Wind & Willow product is a treasure trove of possibilities! Every box provides simple instructions and an extra recipe, with even more recipes available online. The versatility of these products goes beyond recipes to simple ways to utelize the mix in dishes you might already be making at home. Roasted Red Pepper Dip Mix is a perrenial top seller for this very reason. Read along and discover all the ways the team at Wind & Willow incorporates this Swiss Army Knife of a product into their culinary creations.

Roasted Red Pepper Dip Mix

Prepare mix as directed -with sour cream and mayo:

• Enjoy as a dip for veggies, chips, or crackers

• Use on a sandwich as a spread

• Stir into cooked and cubed chicken for delicious chicken salad

• Stir into cooked pasta and chopped fresh veggies for pasta salad

• Top a delicious 7 Layer Salad

Use the dry mix:

• Sprinkle on to vegetables tossed in olive oil and bake at 350 until softened

• Combine with homemade or store-bought hummus 

• Mix with oil and use to baste corn as it cooks on the grill

We also love these quick and easy recipes:

Morning Breakfast Scramble

Take the flavor up a notch or two with the taste of roasted red peppers in this simple recipe.

Southwest Roasted Peppers

This warm and cheesy dish is the perfect weeknight dinner for a crowd.

Roasted Red Pepper Cheesy Bread

This recipe is about as easy as it gets. 4 ingredients create this cheesy masterpiece that is so flavorful it is hard to stop eating.

Unleash your inner chef! Wind & Willow isn’t just about following a recipe, it’s about creating flavor explosions. Our mixes are springboards for your culinary creativity. We provide inspiration, but the possibilities are endless. So grab your favorite Wind & Willow mix and get ready to make mealtime an adventure! 

We would love to see how you are using Wind & Willow. Tag us on Instagram @WindAndWillowFoods or on Facebook.com/windandwillowfoods with pictures of the creative ways you are using our products! 

Spooky Bash in a Dash

Looking for some snacks that go perfectly with cold fronts and scary movies? Give your Wind & Willow products a spooky twist with these 5 easy serving suggestions. You will be ready to throw a spooky bash in just a dash!

Pumpkin Pie Cheeseball

Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Cheeseball with bell pepper stem

If a Pumpkin Pie Cheeseball was not already the most festive item on our dessert table, shaping it into a pumpkin will send it over the top! After allowing your cheeseball to chill in the fridge, shape it into a ball and roll it in the graham topping. Then, use kitchen twine or the back of a knife to press ridges into the cheeseball. Top with a stem from a bell pepper to complete the look.

Graveyard Dirt Cake

orange and black halloween graveyard dirt cake cheesecake trifles

Our take on dirt cake replaces the traditional pudding filling with a rich cream cheese stripe. Lay down a base of crushed sandwich cookies followed by a layer of Spiced Orange & Chocolate Cheeseball. Then, sprinkle on the cookie topping. Lastly, decorate with gummy worms and headstone cookies to add the graveyard feel.

Caramel Cheesecake Stuffed Apples

Cheesecake stuffed caramel apples

These baked apples are filled with Caramel Apple Cheeseball, drizzled with caramel sauce, and sprinkled with graham cracker topping. Its like a caramel apple meets cheesecake meets apple pie. Yes, please!

Trick and Treat Cheeseballs

Sweet and Savory Cheese balls for Halloween appetizers

Our friends Trick and Treat have a secret to tell. One is sweet and one is savory, but it is up to your guests to guess who is who! Decorate a sweet cheeseball with red licorice candy and taffy eyes. Meanwhile, hint at your savory cheeseball with chips, olives, and peppers.

Spooky Dessert Pizza

Spooky Halloween Dessert Pizza pumpkin Shape

This dessert pizza is spread with Pumpkin Pie Cheeseball and topped with caramel sauce, apple pieces, and festive candy. A bell pepper stem gives it the look of a pumpkin. This dessert is a crowd pleaser without a doubt!

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After-School Snacks your Kids Will Love

It is that time of year again: back to school! Treat your littles to some fun snacks after the bell rings!

It is that time of year again: back to school! Whether your kids are going to school or studying from home, after-school snacks are the perfect way to mark the end of the school day. These are three of our favorite snacks for kids (and adults!) that are perfect for after school, a packed lunch, or even special breakfast. 

1. Toast Critters

This adorable critters are sure to excite your little one! First, toast your favorite bread; we used hearty, whole grain toast. Then, spread a prepared cheeseball on top of the bread. Next, decorate with fruits, vegetables, and cereals to create little faces. Serve as an after school snack or for a quick breakfast!

2. Pinwheel Roll-Ups

Kids will love these small pinwheels. Simply spread a prepared savory cheeseball over the surface of a tortilla. Roll up the tortilla and cut it into pinwheels. This recipe is perfect for an after school snack or as part of a boxed lunch. 

3. Tuscan Owl

If you have a few mouths to feed, this tuscan owl is the perfect recipe. Combine 8 oz of cream cheese with Tuscan Olive Cheeseball (or savory cheeseball of your choosing) and instead of making one cheeseball, create two smaller cheeseballs. Use vegetables and crackers to create an owl (or other animal).  

Show off your Snack

Snack time doesn’t have to be boring. With these fun recipes it can be a special and creative time with your kids! It can help you set up a routine for the end of a school day and the beginning of family time. 

We would love to see your after school snack creations! Tag us on Instagram @WindAndWillowFoods or on Facebook.com/WindAndWillowFoods with your Wind & Willow creations for a chance to be featured on our page.