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Winter 2020 Edition

This holiday season, extravagant celebrations will be downsized to smaller intimate gatherings. That said, consumers will still yearn for memorable time spent with loved ones and a traditional, yet elevated menu.

Whether you are preparing for an influx of diners craving that special holiday meal out or prepping pre-packaged take-home options for convenience-seeking hosts, Roland Foods is here to support your holiday needs. Keep reading for our recommended items, tips, tricks, and culinary ideas for a simpler yet more delicious holiday season.

Product Spotlight

Holiday Gathering

A celebratory time of year, the holiday season calls for festive, sometimes time-intensive recipes. With our wide assortment of high quality, versatile, and ready-to-use items, Roland Foods product selection is perfect for creating next-level dishes that don’t require too much time or space in the kitchen.

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Chutneys

Chutney is not just for holiday gift baskets. A sweet-savory condiment made of fruit and aromatics, chutney is an ingredient powerhouse that can be used to provide balance, highlight a specific flavor, or brighten up dishes. Most importantly, it has countless applications from cheeseboards, sandwiches, dressings, dips, sauces, fillings, marinades, and more.

Roland® Major Grey’s Mango Chutney
Item# 70270 | 12/32 OZ

A blend of sweet mangoes, red bell peppers, golden raisins, and zesty spices, this chutney is a delightful balance of sweet, savory, and tangy with a whisper of warmth.

Holiday Serving Suggestions

Dip for fried seafood
Glaze for roasted meat or veggies
Spread on baked brie

Roland® Indian Mango Chutney
Item# 70260 | 12/32 OZ

Less sweet compared to Major Grey’s with a kick of heat and a bright fruity taste, this chutney celebrates the flavors of a traditional Indian chutney.

Holiday Serving Suggestions

Alongside a comforting curry
Combine with yogurt or sour cream for a dip
Spread on a sandwich like grilled cheese or chicken salad

Roland® Sweet Apple Chutney
Item# 70212 | 4/38.8 OZ

An easy way to incorporate seasonal flavors, Sweet Apple Chutney is chockfull of Bramley apples, golden raisins, onions, ginger, and white pepper.

Holiday Serving Suggestions

Cheeseboard accompaniment
Flatbread base
Compound butter

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Italian Pestos, Sauces & Spreads

The holidays are a time for abbondanza, better known as “abundance,” in Italian. Whether a full “Feast of the Seven Fishes” or simply a pasta course, consumers may look to include Italian-inspired elements in their at-home menu or wish to see them on a restaurant’s dine-in menu. Roland Foods provides over 600 Italian-inspired ingredients – which do we recommend for a feast abbondanza?

Roland® Pesto
Item# 46914 | 6/22.9 OZ

Vibrant and herbaceous, Pesto is an excellent ingredient for adding a creamy yet fresh element to a holiday menu.

Holiday Serving Suggestions

Spoon into soups and stews
Stuff chicken or spread on fish
Combine with vinegar for a vinaigrette

Roland® Arrabbiata Bruschetta
Item# 46752 | 6/4.4 LB

Colorful peppers mingle with tomatoes, garlic, and herbs to form a delightfully chunky and spicy bruschetta.

Holiday Serving Suggestions

Antipasto tray accompaniment
Serve on crostini bread
Rustic pasta sauce

Roland® White Truffle Oil
Item# 76660 | 2/5L

Only a few drops of Truffle Oil are necessary to infuse dishes with a tantalizing truffle aroma and gourmet edge. *Pair with Balsamic Vinegar or Glaze for the ultimate duo.

Holiday Serving Suggestions

Mix into mashed potatoes
Drizzle over risotto
Sprinkle over eggs

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Sweet Fillings, Toppings & Syrup

According to a 2019 consumer trend report by Technomic, 27% say they eat indulgent desserts more often than two years ago. It also stated that people are more likely to eat dessert when happy. [1] The holidays are no exception. Desserts can be a sweet reminder of traditions, a gracious gift to hosts, or an impressive ending to an exceptional restaurant meal. From cookies, pies, cakes, puddings, and more, Roland Foods is here to help provide the ingredients for that memorable indulgent treat.

Roland® Melba Sauce with Black & Red Raspberries
Item# 87166 | 12/2 LB

Made with a combination of pureed and strained black and red raspberries, Melba Sauce has a smooth fluid texture and intense berry flavor.

Holiday Serving Suggestions

Spoon onto cheesecake
Top an ice cream sundae
Mix into frosting

Roland® Almond Paste
Item# 75262| 2/9 LB

Almond Paste is a smooth paste made of blanched almonds, sweetened with sugar. The main ingredient in marzipan or frangipane, it can be added to a variety of desserts.

Holiday Serving Suggestions

Incorporate into pignoli nut or rainbow cookies
Sweet surprise in a flaky croissant
Layer into brownies

Roland® Cookie Butter
Item# 65850 | 2/106 OZ

A sweet, rich, and wonderfully creamy spread, Cookie Butter is made from crushed spiced Belgian cookies that are traditionally eaten around the holidays.

Holiday Serving Suggestions

Swirl into chocolate bark
Use as a filling for sandwich cookies
Roll into rugelach

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From Our Culinary Team

Holiday Pies Tips & Tricks

Prevent your pie crusts from burning by wrapping the edges with foil after it has browned but before the filling is completely set.
Using a metal/aluminum pie pan will produce a baked through crust as the metal conducts more quickly and evenly.
For the flakiest pie crusts, make sure your fat is ice cold. This ensures that the fat doesn’t melt too quickly in the dough and creates pockets of steam lending to the flaky texture.

Culinary Inspiration

Holiday Entertainment Trays

A scene-stealing dish on any party table, trays have always been a staple during the holidays. This season, we expect trays to play an even bigger role. With supermarkets offering limited open-air food bars, we’ve seen an increase in pre-packaged trays offered by retailers and food service providers alike looking for new revenue streams. While there are many benefits to a tray, one of the most important is that they are easy to make and customize with the right tools and ingredients. Check out our holiday-inspired trays below or click the “Tray Concepts” button for more ideas.