Heat Meets Meat: Fiery Jalapeño Popper Burgers for Bold Taste Buds

Sink your teeth into a juicy beef patty, perfectly seasoned and graced with melted Brighton Farms® American Pepper Jack Cheese. But the real star? Those stuffed jalapeño halves, oozing with a creamy blend of Brighton Farms® Cream Cheese, minced garlic, and zesty lemon pepper seasoning. Topped with crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, and creamy guacamole, this burger is a spicy, cheesy, and utterly irresistible delight!

Serves 8

Ingredients

• 6 oz Brighton Farms® Cream Cheese (equivalent to 3 oz per serving)
• 8 slices Brighton Farms® American Pepper Jack Cheese
• 6 Jalapeño Peppers, halved and seeded
• 2 tsp Olive Oil
• 12 slices Bacon, crumbled
• 4 Garlic Cloves, minced
• 2 tsp Salt
• 2 tsp Lemon Pepper Seasoning
• 1 tsp Pepper
• ½ tsp Paprika
• 2 lbs Ground Beef (adjust seasoning as desired)
• Lettuce, Tomato, and Guacamole for garnish

Directions

1. Brush jalapeños with oil and grill covered over medium heat for 3-5 minutes or until tender. Once cool, chop finely.
2. Combine finely chopped jalapeños with bacon and cream cheese.
3. In a large bowl, combine garlic, salt, lemon pepper seasoning, pepper, and paprika and mix into beef.
4. Shape into 8 thin patties.
5. Spoon bacon/cream cheese/jalapeño mixture onto 4 of the patties, cover with remaining 4 patties, and press edges firmly to seal.
6. Grill burgers covered over medium heat or broil 4 inches from heat for 6-7 minutes on each side until temp. is 160°F.
7. Top with Pepper Jack Cheese and cook 1-2 minutes longer until cheese is melted.
8. Serve on a grilled bun, and top with lettuce, tomato, and guacamole as desired.

From Oregon Chai, we added their Original Chai Tea Latte, Bag-in-Box. This signature flavor boasts a harmonious blend of black tea, honey, smooth vanilla, and traditional chai spices, delivering a sweet and mildly spiced experience in every sip. Crafted with natural ingredients and packaged in a convenient 1.5 gallon bag-in-box, this concentrate is designed for ease of use. Simply mix equal parts concentrate and milk or soy,  heat it up or serve it over ice for a rich, creamy indulgence that your customers will love. With an easy-pour spigot, serving up delicious chai lattes has never been simpler. It’s time to elevate your beverage offerings with the timeless taste of Oregon Chai’s Original Chai Tea Latte.

From Minh®, we added two versions of their 1.5 oz Egg Rolls – a delightful fusion of quality ingredients and authentic flavors in a convenient snack-sized package. Crafted with the same attention to detail as the full-size egg rolls, these mini delights are perfect for snacking, appetizer plates, or as a delicious addition to any Asian-inspired meal. Available in two varieties – Vegetable and Pork & Vegetable – each bite sized egg roll features a crispy exterior and savory filling bursting with flavor. Pre-cooked for convenience, these mini egg rolls are ready to heat and serve, making them an ideal choice for busy kitchens and on-the-go consumers.

From Revel Eats, we added Cinnamon Cream Cheese Horchata Bites – a Latin-inspired indulgence that tantalizes taste buds with every bite. Crafted with creamy cream cheese and infused with traditional horchata flavors like rice flour, cinnamon, and vanilla, these delectable morses are encased in a crispy oat breading, creating a wonderful mix of texture and taste. Perfect for both appetizer plates and dessert offerings, these Horchata Bites provide a versatile addition to any menu. Serve them hot for a satisfying crunch or chill them after frying for a refreshing twist. Pair with a sweet dipping sauce to enhance the sensory experience and delight your patrons. Conveniently packed in 6 bags – 2 lbs each, these Horchata Bites are ready to fry straight from the freezer.

From InnovAsian Cuisine, we added Thai Yellow Curry Sauce – a vibrant blend of ingredients that brings authentic Thai flavors to your dishes. With rich yellow hue and aromatic profile, this curry sauce is perfect for creating both vegetarian and meat-based curry dishes that will delight your customers. Packaged in 8 bags of 2 lbs each, this ready-to-use curry sauce is a versatile addition to any kitchen. Experience the exotic flavors of Thailand with InnovAsian Cuisine’s Thai Yellow Curry Sauce – a convenient and delicious way to spice up your menu offerings.

And from Colvard & Company, we added bulk packages of Chorizo Sausage – a flavorful blend of chili, smoked paprika, chipotle, and a hint of cinnamon that adds a bold kick to your culinary creations. Made with all-natural pork, red wine vinegar, and brown sugar, this sausage boats a robust taste profile that’s perfect for elevating your sides. This sausage features a large grind, making it ideal for cooking in hashes or breakfast burritos. Whether your preparing hearty breakfasts or savory dinner entrees, Colvard & Company’s Bulk Chorizo Sasuage delivers exceptional flavor and quality with every bite.

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From Old Neighborhood, we added their new Fully Cooked Shaved Steak – the ultimate convenience for delicious menu options. Made with 100% lean beef and lightly seasoned, this steak is all-natural and completely unprocessed. Simply heat and serve for a quick and easy meal solution. Each package contains 4-2.5 lb portions of fresh, 90-92% lean shaved steak, offering versatility and flavor in every bite. Ideal for classic Philly cheesesteak subs, wraps, calzones, egg rolls, pizzas, quesadillas, and more, this shaved steak is the go-to choice for effortless and delicious meals. Enjoy the convenience without compromising on taste with Old Neighborhood’s Fully Cooked Shaved Steak.

From Sweet Baby Rays® we added Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce – the perfect blend of tangy mustard and smooth honey. Versatile and delicious, it’s ideal for dipping, drizzling, or spreading on sandwiches, hot dogs, and burgers. Available in a convenient pack of four 64-ounce bottles, this bulk option ensures you always have plenty of Sweet Baby Ray’s Honey Muystard Dipping Sauce on. hand for any occasion. With its rich texture and irresistible taste, it’s the perfect condiment to elevate your meals to the next level.

From Double Red, we added Marinated Beef Strips – crafted with USDA choice beef and vacuum-packed in convenient 5lb bags. Lean, with no waste and a 100% yield, these beef strips are perfect for operators looking for quality and efficiency. Versatile and flavorful, these beef strips are a chef’s dream, suitable for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. From stir-fries to stroganoff, beef & noodles to beef & peppers, the possibilities are endless. Double Red’s Marinated Beef Strips offer unmatched versatility, quality, and flavor, allowing you to elevate your menu offerings with ease and imagination.

From Savor Imports®, we added Greek Olive Mix – a delectable blend of sliced green olives and sliced Kalamata olives, perfect for elevating your culinary creations. Whether you’re adding them to salads, grain bowls, pizzas, or any other dish, this flavorful mix is sure to impress. Easy preparation – simply open and enjoy! Each bag, when drained, yields 5 lbs of delicious olives, providing ample servings for your culinary needs. With Savor Imports’ Greek Olive Mix, you can effortlessly enhance the taste and presentation of your dishes, adding a touch of Mediterranean flair to every bite.

From Fresh Gourmet®, we added Baked Parmesan Cheese Crisps – your perfect crunchy companion for enhancing dishes with intense cheese flavor. Crafted from 100% oven-baked cheese without any fillers, these crisps are small in size, ensuring great coverage on a variety of menu items. These cheese crisps offer a satisfying crunch and bold flavor that can elevate almost any dish. Plus, they’re shelf-stable for up to one year, ready to use straight out of the bag without any need for refrigeration. Light and airy, these cheese crisps are the ultimate topper for salads, soups, pasta, pizza, wraps, burgers, and more. Discover the irresistible crunch and flavor of Parmesan Cheese Crisps, the perfect finishing touch for your culinary creations.

From Morcon® Maximus we added roll towels and a combined towel dispenser. Designed to revolutionize your business’s efficiency while minimizing waste. Crafted with heavyweight material, these towels are both strong and absorbent, ensuring maximum performance with minimal usage. Each roll boasts an impressive 800 feed, offering up to 9% savings when paired with the X7500 Maximus Mechanical Roll Towel Dispenser. With convenient roll plugs to ensure compatibility only with Maximus products, you can trust consistent quality and performance. Available in black, these low-profile, small-footprint roll towel dispensers are the ultimate solution for your mechanical roll towel dispensing needs. Featuring a generous 10.5-inch towel length, the X7500 dispenser offers significant savings compared to other mechanical roll towel dispensers, further maximizing your cost efficiency.

And from Huhtamaki, we added Fiber Hinged Containers. Crafted from molded fiber, these containers offer durability and sustainability in one package. Measuring 9″ x 13″ x 3″ with a single compartment, the compact design and hinged lid make these containers perfect for transporting and serving a variety of dishes, from salads to entrees. With a lightweight yet sturdy construction, these containers are easy to handle while ensuring your food stays secure during transit. Plus, the eco-friendly material aligns with your commitment to sustainability. Upgrade your operations with Huhtamaki Fiber Hinged Containers and experience the perfect blend of convenience, durability, and environmental responsibility.

New Item Details:

Item #	Description	Pack/CT	Brand
28823	SHAVED BEEF STEAK, CKD FRZ	4/2.5 LB	OLD NEIGHBORHOOD
28824	HONEY MUSTARD DIPPING SAUCE	4/64 OZ	SWEET BABY RAYS
28825	GREEK OLIVE MIX	2/5 LB	SAVOR IMPORTS
28826	MARINATED BEEF STRIPS FRZ	4/5 LB	DOUBLE RED
28832	HINGED CONTAINER, WHITE 9″ x 13″ x 3″ MOLDED FIBER	1/100 CT	HUHTAMAKI
28835	MAXIMUS PREMIUM HEAVYWEIGHT TOWEL	6/800′	MORCON MAXIMUS
28836	MAXIMUS MECHANICAL TOWEL DISPENSER	1/1 CT	MORCON MAXIMUS
28837	BAKED PARMESAN CHEESE CRISPS	6/200 G	FRESH GOURMET

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That’s where one of our favorite seasonal sausages comes in! We invited Brody and Dean from Hormel Foods, to our test kitchen for a brainstorm to create easy and profitable menu items featuring Irish Bangers. Fontanini’s Irish Bangers (Item #5677). They did not disappoint! Picture golden crusts, creamy mashed potatoes, and the savory aroma of sizzling sausages–now, let the exciting possibilities of your of St. Patrick’s Day menu unfold…

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Classic Bangers & Mash

Creamy mashed potatoes topped with perfectly grilled Fontanini’s Irish Bangers. The ultimate comfort food with a St. Patrick’s Day twist. Serve piping hot with a generous ladle of onion gravy. Save time and maintain consistency with Simply Potato’s prepared mashed potato products.

Irish Banger Pizza

A fusion of holiday flavors! Start with a traditional pizza crust, slather it with rich onion gravy, and your preferred pizza cheese. Then pile on the sliced Irish banger sausages and dollops of creamy mashed potato. The finishing touch? A sprinkle of freshly chopped green onions.

Irish Banger Breakfast Sandwich

Rise and shine with this hearty breakfast sandwich. Swap out the usual meat for a butterflied Irish Banger. Top it with a perfectly fried egg, a slice of melty cheese, and an optional drizzle of onion gravy. Serve on a toasted English muffin for a holiday-morning treat. Get creative, try it on a biscuit, or in a wrap with potatoes!

Bangers in a Blanket (our favorite!)

Quick, easy, and oh-so-delectable! Wrap Irish Bangers in flaky puff pastry dough and bake until golden brown. The result? Savory bites that disappear faster than a leprechaun’s gold. Sprinkle chopped green onions over these golden parcels and serve them warm alongside a side of onion gravy.

Irish Banger Breakfast Skillet

This dish is truly a St. Patrick’s Day breakfast celebration on a plate! Sautéed peppers, onions, and crispy home-fried potatoes form the base. Crown it with slices of Irish Banger sausage and a couple of sunny-side-up eggs. Drizzle with onion gravy or serve on the side. #winning

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Inspired by the huaraches (mini pizzas) of Mexico City, crispy flatbread is topped with spicy refried beans, sautéed poblanos, cheese, fresh avocado, lettuce, and sour cream.

Yield: 20 Flatbreads

Ingredients

• 1 Pch Santiago® EXCEL® Refried Beans Smooth, prepared (Item #28816)
• 5 Cup Avocado, 1/4″ diced
• 5 Cup Fire-roasted tomato salsa
• 3.75 Qt. Romaine lettuce, shredded
• 20 Each Flatbread, baked
• 2.5 Cup Cotijo cheese
• 6.5 Cup Poblano peppers, 1/4″ diced, sautéed
• 1.25 Cup Sour cream

Directions

1. Prepare beans according to package directions. Add salsa and stir well to combine. Hold warm.
2. To assemble, top flatbread with 2/3 cup spicy beans, 1/4 cup peppers, 1/4 cup diced avocado, 3/4 cup shredded lettuce, 2Tbsp cheese and then drizzle 1.5 Tbsp sour cream. Serve immediately.

Golden Crusts and Creamy Centers, are perfect for starting your day on a high note.

A delightful fusion of textures and flavors that will leave everyone craving more. A quiche with a crispy hash brown crust filled with a luscious mixture of eggs, cheese, and other flavorful ingredients!

Serves 12

Ingredients

• 8 oz. Simply Potatoes® Refrigerated Shredded Hash Browns 3⁄16
• 16 oz. Papetti’s® Liquid Whole Egg
• 1 Tbsp. Olive Oil
• 1 1/2 oz Red Peppers, diced
• 1 1/2 oz Green Peppers, diced
• 1 oz. diced Onions
• 3 oz. Bacon, cooked and chopped
• 4 oz. Cheddar Cheese, shredded
• 1 tsp. Kosher Salt
• 1 tsp. Black Pepper

1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
2. Spray muffin tins with cooking spray.
3. Press Simply Potatoes® Shredded Hash Browns into a pan in a thin layer.
4. Spray Simply Potatoes® Shredded Hash Browns with cooking spray (this will help crisp them).
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly browned and crisp.
6. In a pan over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and sauté red and green
   peppers with onions for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Combine sautéed peppers and onions, bacon, and cheddar cheese and divide between 12 muffin tins with cooked hash browns.
8. Pour Papetti’s® Eggs to top each muffin tin and bake at 400°F for 20 minutes until set.
9. Serve hot, or cool completely and reheat for 7 minutes at 400°F.

Enjoy!

Layered raspberry mouse, sauce, and vanilla Chantilly cream with fresh raspberries and a Raspberry White Chocolate Cheesecake. A modern twist on a British classic, the trifle.

Ingredients

• Raspberry White Chocolate Cheesecake (Item #12882)
• Raspberry Mousse
• Raspberry Sauce
• Vanilla Chantilly Cream
• Fresh Raspberries

Directions

1. Start by prepping your sauce, creams, and mousse.
2. Cut pieces of the White chocolate Cheesecake
3. Begin layering a large wine glass, or clear dish of choice, with raspberry sauce, Chantilly cream, raspberry mousse, cheesecake, and fresh raspberries.
4. Keep layering, alternating between ingredients, until you finish the glass off with Chantilly Cream and a raspberry.

From Tyson® we added Mini Fully Cooked Breaded Whole Muscle Chicken Bites – a versatile addition to elevate your menu. Perfect for pizzas, salads, or creating unique items like a Crispy Chicken Po’boy sandwich. These super-small, whole-muscle bites offer endless possibilities, delivering the ideal balance of crispy and juicy. Move beyond traditional popcorn chicken; Tyson® Mini Chicken Bites feature premium white meat chicken breast. Position your menu as the hub for innovative, fun, and delicious offerings with Tyson® Mini Chicken Biters – exclusively satisfying your customers’ cravings! Learn more about Tyson’s Mini Chicken Bites.

From Schweid & Sons® we added the Signature Series Custom Blends of Ground Beef – a culinary masterpiece honed over four generations. Revel in the decadent, buttery flavor and delicate, airy texture meticulously crafted from the finest whole cuts of beef. The signature recipe includes a fusion of Chuck, Brisket, and Short Rib, which promises to redefine your establishment’s offerings. Hand-selected premium cuts guarantee an exquisite flavor profile that sets your dishes apart. Captivate your patrons with the exceptional taste and quality of Schweid & Sons custom blends – crafted exclusively for discerning chefs and connoisseurs alike.

From Bake Crafters we added two new individually wrapped items. Unwrap the Egg & Fiesta Cheese Croissant Sandwich for a protein-packed kick, perfect for school mornings. Transform your cafeteria into a haven of café-style excellence with Bake Crafters’ signature sandwiches. For a delightful twist, indulge in Bake Crafters’ Pancake Bites – gourmet, bite-sized perfection ideal for K-12 students. Whether paired with syrup, or powdered sugar or enjoyed on their own, these innovations cater to the unique tastes of young diners. Elevate K-12 dining with Bake Crafters’ delicious and convenient options!

From Ardent Mills® we added two distinctive flours. Rye Chops, crafted by cutting the Rye berry into small pieces, offers a unique twist – similar to cracked wheat but with enhanced moisture absorption. Ideal for enhancing the texture of bread, muffins, cookies, or adding a crunchy touch to cereal and granola, Rye Chops brings versatility to your baking creations. Elevate your recipes with a fruity and nutty flavor by incorporating these chops into muffins, bread, cookies, or even salads.

And from Hormel® the renowned Fire Braised Chicken Breast, now conveniently packaged in 5 oz. portions. Experience the perfection of fully cooked chicken breasts, initially fire-seared and then slow-cooked in their own juices. The outcome? A succulent and tender chicken breast boasting a delectable caramelized exterior, both delicious and visually appealing. Not only do these chicken breasts offer an irresistible flavor profile, but they also stand out for their quick and effortless preparation. Save time and streamline your kitchen operations with these easy-to-prepare delights from Hormel®.

New Item Details:

Item #	Description	Pack/CT	Brand
28713	FIRE BRAISED CHICKEN BREAST	24/5 OZ	HORMEL
28717	FC BREADED CHICKEN BITES	2/5 LB	TYSON
28721	HUMMER® PREMIUM HIGH GLUTEN FLOUR	1/50 LB	ARDENT MILLS
28722	RYE CHOPS FLOUR	1/50 LB	ARDENT MILLS
28726	GROUND BEEF, FRESH	4/5 LB	SCHWEID & SONS
28731	EGG & FIESTA CHEESE CROISSANT SANDWICH	100/2.5 OZ	BAKE CRAFTERS
28732	POFFITZ PANCAKE BITES	9/2 LB	BAKE CRAFTERS

Dennis Food Service delivers thousands of foodservice products and supplies to restaurants and food operations in Maine and New Hampshire. If you have a question or are interested in becoming a customer contact us or call 1-800-439-2727