The Dream Dinners team is in North Richland Hills today setting up the store for tomorrows first Dream Dinners Supper Bowl. A kitchen battle between NFL AFC Wives and NFC Wives competing in a meal assembly contest for charity. Continue reading
Congratulations Michelle and Zac! Our Facebook fans loved your entry. We hope that you find some additional great grilling items on our menu with your winnings, so Zac can rock the grill with something more than hot dogs. Sorry we can’t help with the juice situation.
Thanks to all who entered and to all who voted! Have a fun and delicious summer out on the grill.
Here was Michelle’s entry for those who missed it: Continue reading
Simmered Chinese Chicken and Jasmine Rice Recipe Wins
Local resident Kristi Van Ness is helping put Yorba Linda on the national culinary map! Van Ness recently took home top honors in a national recipe contest from Dream Dinners, Inc., the nation’s leading meal assembly chain. Out of hundreds of entries, Van Ness’ “Simmered Chinese Chicken and Jasmine Rice” recipe wowed the Dream Dinners judges to win the “chicken” category.
Van Ness’ recipe stood out for its savory flavor, giving a simple yet tasty twist to this classic Chinese food favorite. As a busy mom, Van Ness says she relies on Dream Dinners to help her put a nutritious meal on the table.
“We are always on the go, so I needed the help of a readily available, home cooked dinner for my family,” commented Van Ness, who has lived in Yorba Linda for two years. “Dream Dinners has allowed me to cook for my family on a regular basis no matter how busy I get.”
There are 28 California Dream Dinners locations. Visit DreamDinners.com to find a location near you or preview our menu.
Citrus Marinated Fish Tacos Recipe Wins One of Four Top Prizes
Parcell recently took home top honors in a national recipe contest from Dream Dinners, Inc., the nation’s leading meal assembly chain. Out of hundreds of entries, Parcell’s “Citrus Marinated Fish Tacos” recipe wowed the Dream Dinners judges to win the “seafood” category. In addition to receiving a $500 Dream Dinners gift certificate for her top dish, Parcell’s winning recipe will also appear on the March 2010 menu selection in all Dream Dinners stores across the United States.
Parcell’s recipe stood out for its fresh citrus-infused marinade, giving a healthy yet flavorful spin on everyday fish tacos. Not only has Parcell lost weight by using Dream Dinners, but she’s also reconnected with an old friend.
“After seeing the nutritious qualities of all recipes offered at Dream Dinners, I knew this was the perfect option for me as a working mother,” commented Parcell. “Since starting, I’ve not only lost 10 pounds, but have been able to reconnect with an old friend from college – we now make one Saturday each month “Girl’s Day” at Dream Dinners.”
Dream Dinners prides itself on providing healthy, affordable meal options for busy families and individuals. There are 28 California Dream Dinners locations including the Vacaville store Parcell frequents, which is located at 211 Peabody Plaza. Other California locations include stores throughout Southern California, Sacramento and San Diego.
Visit DreamDinners.com to find a location near you or preview our menu.
Sage Crusted Pork Chop Recipe Wins One of Four Top Prizes
Local resident Brenda Crawshaw is helping put Framingham on the national culinary map! Crawshaw recently took home top honors in a national recipe contest from Dream Dinners, Inc., the nation’s leading meal assembly chain. Out of hundreds of entries, Crawshaw’s “Sage Crusted Pork Chop” recipe wowed the Dream Dinners judges to win the “pork” category. In addition to receiving a $500 Dream Dinners gift certificate for her top dish, Crawshaw’s winning recipe will also appear on the March 2010 menu selection in all Dream Dinners stores across the United States.
Crawshaw’s recipe stood out for its fresh yet savory sage crust, giving an everyday pork chop a delectable twist. Staying true to her mother’s philosophy of always keeping the freezer stocked, Crawshaw notes she now does the same for her family.
“I am a fervent believer in the philosophy behind Dream Dinners,” said Crawshaw, who has lived in Framingham for 13 years. “Having something ready-to-go in the freezer, that is both nutritious and that I can get the whole family to eat, helps tremendously when I’m strapped for time.”
There are four Massachusetts Dream Dinners locations including the Framingham store Crawshaw frequents, which is located at 847 Edgell Road in Nobscot Plaza. Other Massachusetts locations include stores in Milford, Plainville and West Boylston.
Visit DreamDinners.com to find a location near you and preview our menu.
Bacon and Bleu London Broil Recipe Wins One of Four Top Prizes
Rebecca Rode of Branford, Connecticut recently took home top honors in a national recipe contest from Dream Dinners, Inc. Out of hundreds of entries, Rode’s “Bacon and Bleu London Broil” recipe wowed the Dream Dinners judges to win the “steak” category.
The second annual Dream Dinners Recipe Contest, which solicited nationwide entries during the fall season, called for recipes in four categories – steak, chicken, pork and seafood. Out of hundreds of entries, the top 10 recipes in each category were tested and judged on ease of preparation, taste and presentation before the grand-prize winners were chosen.
Rode’s recipe stood out for its decadent, yet savory bacon and bleu cheese topping, giving an everyday steak a high-end twist. After having recently lost her job, Rode said winning the recipe contest was a boost to her spirits.
“I was so elated when I got the phone call, I was actually jumping for joy!” commented Rode, who has lived in Branford for nine years. “Dream Dinners has been a great addition to my life – the food and convenience alone made me hooked.”
There are four Connecticut Dream Dinners locations including the Branford store Rode frequents, which is located at 71 West Main Street. Other Connecticut locations include stores in Berlin, Manchester and Plantsville.
Dream Dinners March menu features a delicious line-up of 17 new recipes, including the recipes created by the other three contest category winners: Citrus Marinated Fish Tacos, Simmered Chinese Chicken with Jasmine Rice and Sage Crusted Pork Chops.
Visit DreamDinners.com to find a location near you and preview our menu.