COVID-19 has reminded everyone in foodservice that efficiency is key when it comes to the kitchen. Pantry products should help reduce time, labor and space, and should have multiple applications. Redpack® Fully Prepared sauces made by Red Gold®, including Marinara or Pizza Sauce are great examples. According to Datassential, “red sauce” is America’s favorite with consumers so why not go beyond pasta or a dip for cheese sticks and use marinara or pizza sauce for more applications? Check out some fresh ideas for these sauces below!
Ledo Pizza Hot Stromboli
Impossible Stromboli – Plant-based proteins are the fastest growing protein category so why not take advantage of the trend with a baked sandwich? Redpack® Marinara Sauce gives it a bold flavor.
Fazoli’s Chicken Parm Breadstick Slider
Chicken Parmesan Sandwich - It travels well for delivery or take out, especially with the rich tomato flavor from a marinara or pizza sauce. The sandwich is topped with provolone cheese and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and can be made vegetarian by replacing the chicken with eggplant, or vegan by replacing the chicken with eggplant and leaving off the cheese!
Zio’s Italian Kitchen’s Sliced Meatball Sandwich
Spicy Meatball Marinara – Keep it simple with a classic meatball recipe simmered in a flavorful and full-bodied Redpack® Marinara or Pizza sauce. Serve this recipe on a sandwich or on top of pasta.
Cheesecake Factory’s Pasta Pomodoro, $15.50
Baked Gnocchi (or any type of pasta, such as penne or rigatoni) Pomodoro ala Basil – This is a classic dish with simple but flavorful ingredients, including Redpack® Marinara or Pizza sauce combined with fresh cream and Parmesan cheese. Add spinach or broccoli to provide a plant-based add on.
California Pizza Kitchen’s Tomato Basil Bisque, $5.99
Tomato Bisque - Redpack® Marinara saucesimmered with fresh heavy cream and a handful of grated Parmesan is sure to please your guest during cold weather months.
Lasagna Soup– Create a soup with bold layers of flavor made with marinara or pizza sauce, ground beef, Italian sausage, gnocchi, feta, and Parmesan with a touch of chicken broth.
Swiss Steak – A hearty Swiss steak dish is easy when it’s made with a savory Redpack® Marinara or Pizza sauce, onions and bell peppers that are cooked slowly to bring out the delicious flavors of the beef and the tomato sauce. Make sure the beef is tender, juicy, and delicious!
Remember, Redpack® Fully Prepared Marinara sauce and Pizza sauce by Red Gold®
are ready to use in a concept that only requires assembly, heating and serving.. These sauces do not need additional seasonings. Providing a variety of menu applications is key to pleasing guests and adding profit to the bottom line. To order a free sample of Redpack® products, go to RedGoldFoodservice.com.
This post is sponsored by Red Gold