RECIPES — Lunch

Butternut Squash Bisque (Curry)

Curry Chicken Salad½ red onion, finely diced1 stalk celery, finely diced1-2 tablespoons Alchemy Curry Blend (1 for a more subtle flavor, 2 for curry forward) 4 cups pulled roasted chicken, chopped ½ cup mayoIn a large bowl, mix all ingredients together. Adjust seasonings - adding a pinch of Alchemy All Purpose Seasoned Salt or Scenic City Grilling Pepper, if desired.

Classic Beef and Bean Chili 1 lb ground beef1 medium yellow onion, diced2 Tbsp Alchemy Chili Blend1 Tbsp Alchemy Southwest Blend1 tsp Alchemy All Purpose Seasoned Salt1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes1 15 oz can diced tomatoes4 15 oz cans pinto beans (or your preferred chili bean), drained & rinsed4 cups beef stockIn a dutch oven, brown ground beef. Add onion and Alchemy spices. Saute for 4-6 minutes until onions are soft. Add remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer. Simmer, uncovered for 15-20 minutes. Serve with your favorite chili toppings.

Satisfy your craving for seafood with these "more crab than bread" crab cake.  You can easily double the batch and freeze for future use.  You can also mix these up a day or two before serving - cook just prior to serving.