Italian
Back in 2004, our HogWild Spice Blend was born. Actually, Rich created it while playing with a variety of spices for grilling pork tenderloin. Once he perfected his blend, we realized we were on to something. After many months of taste testing; including sending samples to people we knew all over the country the results were overwhelmingly positive. Out of over 100 samples we sent out we got two negative replies; and both of those people do not like garlic! (Can you even begin to imagine a life without garlic?)
We also got responses like, “This is GREAT on roasted potatoes”, and “I used it on popcorn”, “Have you tried it on vegetables yet?” and so on. It was all of this that gave us the confidence to try to market this blend.
So, HogWild Spice Blend was a hit at the Farmer’s Markets, Food and Wine Festivals, and other various events. During the next year, we spent much time creating recipes for this blend, and in fact we produced a cook book on CD with over 200 recipes for this wonderful, Super Italian Spice Blend – more information on this cook book at a later date.
About a year later, we created our Mexican Spice Blend. Which led us to a problem. We could no longer refer to our original blend as “HogWild Spice Blend”. So now, it is HogWild Spices Italian Blend. Same amazing spice blend; just a more descriptive name!
Now on to the recipes!
We use HogWild Spices Original Italian Blend in place of salt and pepper for almost everything we cook. We have been using this spice blend since 2005 exclusively and it NEVER gets old! We use it on:
- All Meats (except ham, hot dogs and sausage – although we have a lot of customers who love this blend to MAKE venison sausage!)
- Fish
- Vegetables
- Rice
- Pasta
- Salads
- Soups
- Sauces
- Dips
- Bread
- Popcorn
- Pizza
Basically, if you like garlic… try HogWild Spices Original Italian Blend instead!
HogWild Baked Chicken – Greek Style
This is a wonderfully moist and flavorful baked chicken recipe that I have modified from the standard Greek style of baked chicken. I hope you enjoy it as much as we do! 4 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 onion, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, sliced thin 1 stick butter or margarine 1 tablespoon HogWild Spices Original Italian Spice Blend Juice of one lemon Preheat oven to 350 Place chicken breasts in a roasting pan Spread onion and garlic slices all over the chicken Season with the HogWild Spices Italian Blend Cut butter into 1...
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4 Medium Zucchini, washed 1 – 2 Tablespoons olive oil 1 Medium onion, chopped 4 Cloves garlic, minced 1 Bell Pepper, chopped (I used 1/2 Red and 1/2 Orange bell peppers) 1 Teaspoon HogWild Spices Original Italian Spice Blend 1-1/2 pounds ground beef 1 Tablespoon HogWild Spices Original Italian Spice Blend 2 Sprigs fresh Basil (optional) 2 Springs fresh Thyme (optional) 2 Springs fresh Oregano (optional) 1/2 Cup Parmesan cheese 2 eggs, beaten A little more HogWild Spices Italian Spice Blend 1 Cup shredded cheese (of your choice) Wash...
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Two Zucchini, sliced into 3/8″ slices One Yellow Crook Neck squash, sliced into 3/8″ slices One small yellow onion, thinly sliced Two shallot cloves, thinly sliced One tablespoon extra virgin olive oil One tablespoon HogWild Original Italian Spice Blend Juice from 1/2 to 1 lemon Place olive oil in a medium large skillet and heat on medium high heat Add onions and shallot slices and sprinkle with a bit of the HogWild Saute onion and shallot until they are barely transparent; about 3 minutes Reduce heat to medium and add squash...
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This is a quick and easy appetizer that will make your guests think you’re a brilliant chef; but YOU will know that it only took minutes to make! One French of Italian style baguette, sliced 1/4″ to 3/8″ thick Extra virgin olive oil HogWild Original Italian Spice Blend Freshly diced tomatoes Freshly grated Parmesan Cheese Set oven to broil Arrange bread slices on baking sheet Drizzle olive oil over the bread slices – do NOT worry about covering the slices with the oil. Just drizzle it randomly Sprinkle with the...
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One loaf French or Italian bread, sliced HogWild Butter (either room temperature style, or melted) Arrange bread slices on baking sheet Spread (or spoon) HogWild Butter mixture on each slice of bread Set oven to broil Place baking sheet on top rack of oven, and close oven door *almost* all the way Broil for about 3 – 4 minutes or until lightly browned Serve immediately!
read moreHogWild Butter
This recipe is used for so many things. If you use room temperature margarine or butter, you can make amazing garlic bread, or use it on corn on the cob, or on baked potatoes… the list goes on and on. When melted, it is amazing as a pasta ‘sauce’, or add lemon and use it for cooking fish – again the list is pretty well limited only by your imagination. All you need is: One stick butter or margarine One tablespoon HogWild Original Italian Spice Blend
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We started making this pasta dish when I was craving a pesto and didn’t have any. So, I came up with this dish and it has become a family favorite! One 16 ounce package Linguini, cooked to package directions HogWild Butter 1/2 to 1 cup Parmesan cheese While pasta is cooking, prepare the HogWild butter Drain pasta well Pour HogWild Butter over pasta and toss to mix thoroughly Add 1/2 to 1 cup (or more, as desired) Parmesan cheese, and toss to mix thoroughly Serve...
read moreHogWild Grilled Pork Tenderloin
This is another incredibly simple yet unbelievably delicious dish that we have proudly served to guests time and time again. It is ALWAYS a huge hit. We usually serve this succulent pork tenderloin with HogWild Style Linguini and a tossed salad. You will impress your family and guests with this dish, we promise! One package (2 strips) Pork Tenderloin – about 1-1/2 to 2 pounds 1 tablespoon HogWild Original Italian Spice Blend Olive oil (if desired) HogWild Butter Pre-heat grill to 300 or so If desired, rub a small amount of olive...
read moreHogWild Sauteed Green Beans
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil 1 pound fresh whole green beans, washed and snipped at ends 2 teaspoons to 1 tablespoon HogWild Original Italian Spice Blend Juice of 1/2 to 1 lemon Place oil in a medium sized skillet and set heat to medium Add green beans and toss to coat Sprinkle with the Italian Spice Blend, and toss again to make sure green beans are evenly spiced Saute green beans, stirring or tossing until they are done to your desired crispness. (We prefer them fairly “al dente”) Remove from heat, and add lemon juice...
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This recipe is elegant and incredibly tasty. You could be proud to serve it to guests any night. And the best thing about it is it takes only minutes to prepare! Add some HogWild sauteed green beans, a tossed salad and some HogWild garlic bread for a truly delicious and healthy meal. 4 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 Stick butter or margarine -OR- 1/2 stick butter and 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil One small onion, sliced thinly 1 Teaspoon + 1 Tablespoon HogWild Original Italian Spice Blend Melt butter (and olive oil) in a large...
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