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!
Easy HogWild Pork Chops
This recipe for pork chops is not only extremely easy; it only takes about 10 minutes prep time and very little babysitting. The chops are delicious, moist and very tender. You won’t believe this until you try it! 4 Bone in OR Boneless Pork Chops 1 Tablespoon HogWild Original Italian Spice Blend 1 Can fat free Chicken broth 1 Tablespoon Canola (or vegetable) oil Heat oil in a large skillet at medium high heat Liberally season the pork chops on both sides with the Italian Spice Blend When pan is hot, add pork chops and quickly sear...
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One Tablespoon HogWild Original Italian Spice Blend One stick butter or margarine Juice of 1/2 to 1 lemon Additional HogWild Original Italian Spice Blend In a small microwave safe bowl place butter, 1 tablespoon Italian Spice Blend and the lemon juice. Microwave on high for 45 seconds to 1 minute; or until butter is completely melted. Stir to blend thoroughly. (You will want to keep stirring this mixture as the fish cooks and you use it to baste) Season Tuna, Salmon, Swordfish, or other steak like fish with the Spice Blend Place on...
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This is a simple yet unbelievably delicious meatloaf that your whole family will love! The combination of the HogWild Italian Spice Blend and the cheese lifts this “ordinary” dish to something outstanding! Enjoy! ¼ Cup finely diced onion (or dehydrated onion if desired) ¼ Cup milk ¼ Cup plain bread crumbs ¼ Cup Parmesan cheese 1 egg 2 tablespoons HogWild Spices Original Italian Spice Blend 1-1/2 pounds ground beef (you can also use pork and beef mixture if preferred) In a large bowl, combine first six ingredients and mix...
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For terrific hamburgers; use HogWild Original Spice Blend in place of salt and pepper when broiling, frying or grilling hamburgers. Simply sprinkle the Spice Blend on both sides as you cook the burger! Fabulous! ~OR~ Add One (1) tablespoon HogWild Spices Original Italian Spice Blend to one (1) pound ground beef and mix well. Form into patties and then cook as...
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This is an amazing marinara sauce that takes literally about 1 minute to mix together and about 20 minutes minimum to simmer. A great, tasty sauce that is homemade and easy – great for the working family who is tired of fast foods! One 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes One 6 ounce can tomato paste Three (3) tablespoons HogWild Spices Original Italian Spice Blend One to two tablespoons sugar (or Splenda) Blend all ingredients together and simmer for at least 20 minutes. That’s it! This is great for a straight marinara or pizza...
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2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/3 cup vinegar of your choice (we like Champaign vinegar or Pomegranate vinegars) ½ to 1 tablespoon HogWild Spices Italian Spice Blend 1 tablespoon sugar (or Splenda) Mix the vinegar, spice and sugar together well. Slowly add in the vinegar while whisking vigorously This Vinaigrette is wonderful on tossed salads and pasta salads. You could also use it as a marinade for meats! Note: If you refrigerate this dressing, it will coagulate somewhat due to the olive oil. You can stick it in the microwave for a...
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1 teaspoon HogWild Spices Original Italian Spice Blend to every 4 ounces of cream cheese. This is a wonderful spread for crackers and vegetables.
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16 oz. Small curd cottage cheese 1 cup mayonnaise 2 bunch green onions 2 teaspoons HogWild Spices Original Italian Spice Blend Chop 1 bunch of green onions, and just the greens of the second bunch. Mix together the mayonnaise, cottage cheese, HogWild Italian Spice Blend and the chopped onions. Stir until fully blended. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to blend. Add additional spice blend if necessary. Wonderful dip for scoop style corn...
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Add 1 teaspoon HogWild Spices Original Italian Spice Blend to every 4 ounces of sour cream. This is a wonderful dip for crackers, chips, vegetables, meatballs, baked potatoes… whatever your imagination can come up with. It is simply delicious!
read moreHogWild Spices Brined Turkey
Obviously, you don’t have to fix this wonderfully succulent, juicy and delicious turkey only for the holidays! Also, you do not have to make the stock or gravy; you can get away with just using the brining and roasting techniques. You can also use this brining recipe for roast pork, chicken or beef! One 12 – 14 pound Turkey HOGWILD BRINE: 1 Gallon water 21 ounces low fat, low sodium Chicken Broth 4 ounces HogWild Spices Original Italian Spice Blend 12 ounces (by weight) Kosher Salt HOGWILD TURKEY STOCK: Giblets and neck from...
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