Watkins Vanilla

Did you know:

Vanilla is the world’s most labor-intensive agricultural crop, which is why it’s so expensive. It will take up to three years after the vines are planted before the first flowers appear. The fruits, which resemble big green beans, must remain on the vine for nine months in order to completely develop their signature aroma. However, when the beans are harvested, they have neither flavor nor fragrance. They develop these distinctive properties during the curing process.

White Chocolate Truffles

Ingredients

2 cups/500 mL vanilla (white chocolate) chips
1/4 cup/60 mL sour cream
1-1/2 tsp/7.5 mL Original Double Strength Vanilla
1/4 to 1/2 tsp/ 1.2 to 2.5 mL Almond Extract
Baking Cocoa and/or powdered Sugar and/or melted semi-sweet chocolate

Cooking Directions

Makes 60 truffles.

Watkins Fiesta Seasoning

Did you know:

Chili Peppers are good for your health. Chili Peppers contain vitamins A and C and are reported to help lower blood pressure!

Tex Mex Carnitas

Ingredients

3 tbsp/45 mL Salsa & Sour Cream Snack & Dip Seasoning
1 cup/250 mL sour cream
1/3 cup/80 mL onion, chopped
3 tbsp/45 mL Garlic & Parsley Grapeseed Oil
2 lbs/908 g pork, cut into small strips
1 cup/250 mL water
1 tbsp/15 mL tomato paste
1/3 cup/80 mL Fiesta Seasoning
12 Flour tortillas

Cooking Directions

Mix Snack & Dip Seasoning with sour cream and chill for 30 minutes. In a large saucepan over medium heat cook the onions in grapeseed oil until tender. Add pork and brown meat. Once the meat has browned add water, tomato paste and seasoning mix and simmer for 1 to 1 ½ hours. Stir occasionally. The meat will begin to shred as it becomes tender. Fill tortillas with meat and your favorite toppings and roll. Serve with salsa and sour cream mixture.

Give the Gift of Natural

With one in three people in North America suffering from allergies, asthma, sinusitis or bronchitis* it is easy to see why giving the gift of natural cleaners can be one of the best gifts of all. J.R. Watkins Natural plant-based home care cleaners are free of ammonia, chlorine and other chemical ingredients that have been known to cause respiratory irritations. Minimize your family's exposure to these harmful chemicals this holiday season with J.R. Watkins Natural Home Care Line. These non-toxic, plant-based formulas are both biodegradable and phosphate free so they are easy on the environment, your home and loved ones.

*US National Center for Health Statistics

Watkins Roasted Garlic Snack & Dip Seasoning

Everybody loves Watkins Snack & Dip Seasonings! The classic flavors of roasted garlic and onion come together in this delightful blend. Makes a wonderful fresh dip or bagel spread. Just mix with sour cream, plain yogurt or cream cheese to create a delicious treat.

Try out this delicious dip recipe using Watkins Roasted Garlic Snack & Dip Seasoning — it's sure to be a hit!

Cheesy Roasted Garlic Bake

8 oz Colby Jack cheese, shredded
4 oz cheddar cheese, shredded
8 oz cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup mayonnaise
3 tbsp Watkins Roasted Garlic Snack & Dip Seasoning
1/3 cup green onions, chopped
1 tbsp Watkins Omelet & Soufflé Seasoning

Combine all ingredients; spread into a deep-dish pie pan. Bake at 350ºF until bubbling (about 15 minutes). Serve with crackers or pita chips.

Pita Chips
Watkins Garlic Liquid Spice
Tortilla flat bread
Watkins Chili Powder
Watkins Seasoning Salt

Brush liquid spice on both sides of tortillas. Sprinkle with chili powder and seasoning salt on both sides. Use pizza cutter to cut tortillas into bite size chips. Bake at 400ºF for 3-5 minutes, until golden and crisp. Let cool and serve.

Living Naturally — A Way of Life

These days everyone is making a greater effort to conserve the planet’s resources. Words like carbon footprint, sustainability, and Green have become common place. We are all taking a closer look at how our day-to-day activities affect the resources we leave for future generations. Watkins has been a pioneer in living naturally and we want to share with you what Living Naturally means to Watkins and more importantly what it means to you and your customers.

So what is Living Naturally to Watkins? A way of life. Watkins is striving to be the most trusted natural products company and Living Naturally speaks to all of Watkins product categories. From sourcing raw materials, to manufacturing, and delivery, Watkins is working toward sustainability in every aspect of our business!

What is it to our Associates and Customers?

Living Naturally means each of our customers can expect consistent products and service at an affordable price, all with the sustainability of our planet’s resources in mind.

With internal expertise, we can assure you that Watkins natural products have been developed, manufactured and delivered to you with dedication to environmental sustainability. We have taken the burden off your shoulders so that you can make an anxiety free purchase since Watkins natural products are made in a socially and environmentally responsible manner.

Watkins has been a pioneer in natural living, utilizing the finest natural ingredients since 1868. We continue our commitment to you and the environment by implementing processes that reduce waste and conserve energy.

Watkins promise is to continue our Living Naturally philosophy for generations to come.