Monday, November 26, 2007

Holiday Shipping Schedule

With the busy Giftline Season upon us, please allow a full two business days for processing of orders. Business days are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. — 6:00 p.m., CST. Please keep in mind, if an order is placed over the weekend, Watkins will begin processing the order on the following Monday. Please view the Holiday Shipping Schedule below for further details.

Monday, December 10 is the last day for guaranteed ground delivery in the US & Canada for Christmas delivery.

Happy Holidays!

Watkins Original Double-Strength Vanilla (01008) - Sale Through November



Holiday baking just got better with Watkins Original Double-Strength Vanilla. Trusted by generations of families as the only vanilla to use in baked goods. Perfect for recipes that require baking or freezing.

Use only the finest vanilla for your holiday baking traditions, why would you want anything less?

$9.99 US/$11.99 CAD
Regularly $12.99 USD/$15.99 CAD
SAVE $3.00 USD/$4.00 CAD through the month of November!


Use in:
Baked Goods
Ice Creams
Custards
Salad Dressings
Whipped Cream Topping
Pancakes
Fruit Dips
Hot Beverages
Frostings
Applesauce
Coffee

Did You Know?

  • The U.S. is the largest consumer of vanilla.
  • Vanilla is used in rubber tires and household paints to conceal strong smells.
  • The dairy industry uses the largest amount of vanilla to flavor ice cream and other products.
  • 97% of vanilla used as flavorings and fragrance is synthetic.
  • Vanilla is commonly used in medicines to make them palatable.
  • The vanilla scent may help you lose unwanted pounds.
  • Vanilla is the most popular flavor in the world.
  • Watkins is recognized as the name in vanilla.


Old Fashioned Pumpkin Pie

The holidays are the perfect time to put Watkins Vanilla to the test. Pies, cookies, just about any dish tastes better when you use the best. Our recipe for traditional pumpkin pie is sure to make this year's holiday celebrations yummy!

Ingredients
1 cup/250 mL sugar
1 tbsp/15 mL all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp/2.5 mL salt
1 tbsp/15 mL Watkins Pumpkin Pie Spice
3 large eggs
1-1/2 cups/375 mL mashed, cooked pumpkin (or use canned)
1 cup/250 mL evaporated milk
1 unbaked 9-inch/23-cm pastry pie shell (recipe on Web site)

Baking Directions
Combine sugar, flour, and salt; beat in eggs. Stir in pumpkin and milk. Pour into pie shell. Bake at 400ºF/205ºC for 50 minutes or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean.

Vanilla Cream Topping
1 cup/240 mL heavy whipping cream
2 to 4 tbsp/30 to 60 mL powdered sugar (depending on sweetness desired)
1 tsp/5 mL Original Double Strength Vanilla Extract

Topping Directions
Chill the small bowl and beaters of an electric mixer (if in a hurry, place in freezer). Beat the cream in chilled bowl until it begins to thicken. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla and beat until stiff. Do not overbeat. Makes 10 servings.

Around the Kitchen Table - Watkins Newsletter - November 15, 2007



Welcome to another issue of Around the Kitchen Table!

Happy Thanksgiving! Turkey Day for the United States is November 22. I've started making my grocery list and planning the dishes for our dinner. We have our traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings every year. As you enjoy good food and the companionship of family and friends be sure to give thanks for all your blessings.

Send in your favorite cookie recipes for our Cookie Exchange. Please send only tried-and-true recipes. I'll include all the recipes in a special issue of Around the Kitchen Table. You'll be entered in our contest to win a Watkins product.

Our 2007 Holiday Gifts and Entertaining Products are now available at our online catalog. Some of the new products include Holiday Sprinkles Set, Baked Potato Soup Mix, Snowflake Cookie Cutters, Mini Shower and Travel Kit, Mini Moisturizer Kit, Head to Toe Starter Kit, Roasted Garlic Snack and Dip Mix, and Country Gravy Mix. You'll find them under Gifts.

Recipes this issue include Artichoke Turkey Noodle Bake, Quick Cloverleaf Herb Rolls, Slow Cooker Stuffing, Cranberry-Blueberry Pie, Maple Pecan Pumpkin Pie, Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie, Cranberry Buttermilk Muffin Mix, and Orange Spiced Nuts. If you have a slow cooker recipe to share, email me and I'll include it in the next issue.

If you are interested in starting your own Watkins Home Business get all the details at Watkins Business Details

Build your own home business so you can stay home with your family, save for your children's college fund, retire early, pay off bills, or save for retirement. With consistent effort you can build a thriving business! Let me help you.

Join Watkins to buy your favorite products at a discount, to earn part time income, or for a full time career. For details about Watkins, the Summit Group, Starter Kit Choices, and How to Sign Up online visit http://www.vanillasage.com

Read this issue now:
http://www.everydaynecessities.com/nov15-07newsletter.htm

Until next month,
Eleisia

Thursday, November 01, 2007

Around the Kitchen Table - Watkins Newsletter - November 1, 2007



Welcome to another issue of Around the Kitchen Table!

Send in your favorite cookie recipes for our Cookie Exchange. Please send only tried-and-true recipes. I'll include all the recipes in a special issue of Around the Kitchen Table.

Our 2007 Holiday Gifts and Entertaining Products are now available at our online catalog. Some of the new products include Holiday Sprinkles Set, Baked Potato Soup Mix, Snowflake Cookie Cutters, Mini Shower and Travel Kit, Mini Moisturizer Kit, Head to Toe Starter Kit, Roasted Garlic Snack and Dip Mix, and Country Gravy Mix. You'll find them under Gifts.

Recipes this issue include Slow Cooker Sloppy Joe Sandwiches, Roasted Cauliflower Soup, Hearty Potato Soup, Pumpkin Gingerbread Cake, Apple Dumplings. If you have a slow cooker recipe to share, email me and I'll include it in the next issue.

Build your own home business so you can stay home with your family, save for your children's college fund, retire early, pay off bills, or save for retirement. With consistent effort you can build a thriving business! Let me help you.

Join Watkins to buy your favorite products at a discount, to earn part time income, or for a full time career. For details about Watkins, the Summit Group, Starter Kit Choices, and How to Sign Up online visit http://www.livingwelltomorrow.com

Read this issue now:
http://www.everydaynecessities.com/nov1-07newsletter.htm

Until next month,
Eleisia

Watkins Soup and Gravy Bases Bring Warmth to the Holiday Season



Baked Potato Soup Mix

Watkins has taken the fuss out of homemade potato soup with our Baked Potato Soup Mix. This rich, creamy baked potato soup will make a delicious quick and easy first course for your holiday meal.

Serving Suggestions:
  • Add boiled, chopped potatoes
  • Top with onion and shredded cheese
  • Add fully-cooked chunks of bacon
  • Serve with a side salad for a complete meal
  • Serve at holiday meals as a vegetarian alternative

05707 Baked Potato Soup Mix
$8.49 USD/$10.99 CAD