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Rise and Shine, It’s Breakfast Time!

Rise and Shine, It’s Breakfast Time!

Starting the day with a healthy breakfast, often referred to as the most important meal of the day, is an excellent way to give yourself the energy and nutrients you need to tackle the day ahead. At South Square Market, we understand the importance of starting your day on the right foot, which is why we want to share these three delicious, nutritious, and easy-to-make recipes that are sure to keep you energized throughout the day.

Any Time is Salad Time

Spring has sprung and you know what that means… We are already looking forward to sharing some light and easy recipes with you. The best way to kick off the spring season is with three delicious salad recipes that are easy to prep ahead for lunch or dinner. We know you’ll love them, so why not make them at home and let us know what you think?

Chicken Chopped Salad

This Chicken Chopped Salad will become your new best friend because it’s so easy and delicious. It is a complete meal full of flavor and texture. Enjoy this salad at lunch or dinner with simple ingredients that you can add or change. Pick up all the ingredients in the aisles here at Rittenhouse Market. This salad is so healthy and nutritious, we are sure you’ll love it.

Vegetable Couscous

This Vegetable Couscous Salad is perfect for any time because it's packed with filling ingredients such as eggplant, zucchini and bell peppers. The star of the dish is the Moroccan couscous that pairs beautifully with all the sauteed and seasoned vegetables. The best part about this recipe is that it is flexible, you can add or substitute ingredients to build the perfect dish.

Green Goddess Salad

Have you tried the viral Green Goddess Salad yet? This is a fool-proof recipe that anyone can make, full of all things green: lettuce, pepper, cucumber and avocado. You may have most of the ingredients at home. If not, stop by Rittenhouse Market for anything missing from your kitchen to whip up this delicious salad. It is bound to become your new favorite!

Hunting for Sweet Treats?

No Easter is complete without sweet treats! We’ve curated the most perfect dessert menu to help you celebrate the holiday in style. Each recipe is quick and easy and so delicious everyone will be asking for more. Make these desserts at home, and let us know which is your fan favorite! 

Chocolate Birds Nests
Nothing screams Easter like a Chocolate Birds Nest. Do you have ten minutes and a cupcake tray? If so, these sweet treats are easy to make and only require four ingredients: peanut butter, chocolate chips, chocolate eggs and coco crispies. These goodies are perfect to share during the Easter holiday. Before you whip them up, stop by Rittenhouse Market to grab all the ingredients you will need. 

Egg Fruit Cookies
How about trying a new dessert this year? Egg Fruit Cookies are the perfect recipe. A scrumptious, fresh dessert that is sure to be the star of the show. An egg shaped sugar cookie, paired with cream cheese frosting and topped with fresh fruit. It’s that easy! We think it can even be enjoyed for breakfast.

Egg Oreo Truffles
Bite into one Oreo Truffle, and Easter will be underway. Made with candy melts, Oreos and cream cheese, it’ll be hard to put these eggs down. They are cute, colorful and oh-so chocolatey. If you're looking for a kid-friendly activity, this one is perfect because there are only four easy steps. Swing by Rittenhouse Market for all the ingredients you need to make this epic Easter treat!

Matzolicious: Yes, we just combined Matzo and delicious!

Passover is only a few weeks away, and we know the chaos associated with the holiday- cleaning your house top to bottom, buying Kosher for Passover ingredients and, of course, the cooking. Let us help you plan for the holiday with these quick and easy Passover-friendly recipes. Matzo is the star of the show, so let's show it some love with these recipes that are perfect for making breakfast, lunch or a snack at home. 

Matzo Avocado Toast
Avocado Toast may just be the most popular breakfast item these days, but have you ever tried it on matzo? Matzo Avocado Toast is super simple and extremely delicious. We recommend adding an egg for some protein or some lox to spice things up! Stop by Rittenhouse Market for all things Kosher for Passover avocado toast. 

Matzo Pizza 
We know that during Passover, you typically crave food you can’t have, especially pizza. But what if we told you we found a solution to fulfill your craving… Matzo Pizza. This recipe is perfect for family night because it's a quick and fun activity, and you can add any toppings you love. The best part is that it will be ready in minimal time because you are using matzo instead of dough! Try this recipe at home, and let us know what you think!

Matzo Toffee
Looking for something sweet and crunchy to enjoy throughout Passover? We have just the thing for you, Matzo Toffee. With only six ingredients, this treat is easy to whip up and so irresistible you will be making it more than once! You can swap pecans out for the nut of your choice or skip them altogether. Stroll by the baking aisle at Rittenhouse Market for all the ingredients you need to recreate this sweet treat! 

One Pan Dinner Ideas

Do you find yourself always looking for new recipe ideas? Say less because we have put together a list of three delicious recipes that will leave you with fewer dishes. These meals are so flexible you can swap out ingredients to your liking. All you need to do is throw everything together on a baking sheet. These dishes are so easy we are sure you will add at least one of them to your weekly meal rotation.

Sheet Pan Pesto and Sausage Gnocchi 

Gnocchi is delicious in various ways, in a red sauce, a pink sauce or even a white sauce. However, this Sheet Pan Pesto Sausage Gnocchi is bound to be your new favorite. Make this with pesto, cherry tomatoes, and if you’re feeling fancy, you can even add burrata. The best part: Rittenhouse Market has all the ingredients you need to whip up this 35-minute dish. 

Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas 

Looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner? Never fear because the team at Rittenhouse Market has got you covered with these Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas. Fresh, healthy and filling, these fajitas have all the ingredients you love and they only take 30 minutes to prepare. Slice, chop and season. Throw everything onto a sheet pan and dinner is served!

Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil

Shrimp is the fruit of the sea. You can bbq it, boil it, broil it, saute it or bake it! Well, good news because this Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil is the answer to all your shrimp cravings. Like the other recipes here, this dish requires minimal work. Simply boil the potatoes and corn and set the sauce to the side. Toss it all onto a baking sheet and you will have a flavorful dinner that transports you to a joyful summer night. Stop by Rittenhouse Market for all things shrimp boil to recreate this dish!

Now We’re Crockin’

March is always a roller coaster when it comes to our weather. At times it has come in like a lion and has left like a lamb. We know that March is typically the month you want to get cozy and snuggle up with a warm fluffy blanket. Since we don’t know what’s in store for the last days of winter, buckle up and enjoy these three easy crock pot recipes. All can be prepped in the morning and will be ready to serve by dinner. 

Chicken Marsala
With only five ingredients, this Chicken Marsala recipe is a must try! It takes ten minutes to prep and less than four hours to cook in your crock pot. Serve alongside noodles and a salad and voilà… dinner is served. Stop by Rittenhouse Market to pick up all the ingredients you need. You can even double the recipe and store in the freezer for up to 90 days.

Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken 
Craving something comforting but also refreshing? We have just the thing! This Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken is the ultimate dinner because it only takes a couple of minutes to prepare. It’s another delicious crock pot recipe that is sure to please the crowd. The best part… all the ingredients needed can be found right in the aisles of Rittenhouse Market. We recommend pairing this chicken with your favorite pasta for a flavorful meal that sticks to your ribs!

Pot Roast 
Have you been looking for a new pot roast recipe but just haven't found the perfect one yet? Fear not, we have one! This Pot Roast is ideal for any lazy winter day because it only takes minutes to prep and toss into the crock pot. We know how busy life gets, so set it and forget. Stop by Rittenhouse Market for everything you need to make this delicious dish. 

Veggies Are Slay!

There are a number of ways to eat vegetables. There’s the right way and the wrong way. Let us help you navigate a couple of winter vegetables!  We have three colorful roasted vegetable recipes full of irresistible flavors that will have you begging for more. Try one or all, and let us know which is your favorite. 

Roasted Cauliflower Steaks 
If you're looking for new ways to eat your veggies, you've come to the right place! This Roasted Cauliflower Steak is ideal if you're looking for a delicious vegetarian meal with unforgettable flavors. The cauliflower is perfectly seasoned and only takes 30 minutes to prepare. Stop by South Square to pick up all the ingredients you need to recreate this flavorful dish!

Garlic Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts 

Brussels Sprouts are definitely the “it” winter vegetable, so why not add them to your weekly dinner rotation? These Garlic Parmesan Brussels Sprouts are crispy and cheesy with just the right amount of garlic. They are perfect to pair with chicken, fish, pork or your favorite protein. Insider secret: these sprouts don’t really need to be paired with anything except a fork because they are THAT good!

Roasted Beets

Beets are so versatile it's no wonder they are the perfect winter vegetable. They are flavorful added into a salad and are irresistible if you simply roast them and serve as a side. We know you're going to love this Roasted Beets recipe because it only takes 15 minutes to prepare. Pair with goat cheese and pistachios for an ultimate match made in heaven. Top with a red wine vinaigrette, and you will be tempted to put this salad on repeat. Swing by South Square Market for all your needs to recreate this dish. 

Score The Essentials Before Game Day!

Welcome to your Super Bowl LVII party recipe inspiration. Since we know all the Philadelphia bars will be crowded, we found three stay-at-home recipes that are sure to help you cheer on the Eagles! These dishes are perfect to make if you’re hosting a watch party or if you’re heading to a friend's house to watch the game. Try one of these recipes or all three, and let us know what you think…………... GO BIRDS!

Mexican Corn Dip 
In our opinion, dips make the best Super Bowl food! 
Try this Mexican Corn Dip for your Super Bowl get-together and score extra points with your crowd. This dish is perfect for anyone looking to satisfy their savory tooth because it’s filled with lots of corn, chiles, herbs and cotija cheese. And IYKYK, you can pick up all these ingredients at Rittenhouse Market. 

Lemon Pepper Wings 
The time has come, it’s almost Super Bowl Sunday, and you need a new wing recipe, so try these Lemon Pepper Wings. They are zesty, mildly spicy and super crispy. If you don't have an air fryer, no worries because you can also make these wings in the oven! This dish is perfect for a watch party of any size and ideal to eat while you are chanting E-A-G-L-E-S!

Football Dirt Cups 
It’s almost game time and these Eagles Dirt Cups are the perfect recipe to make in advance of Super Bowl Sunday! The team here at Rittenhouse Market not only bleeds green, but we encourage you to eat green too! What better way to cheer on the Birds than to be willing to get down and dirty with them? These delicious dirt cups are the perfect game day recipe and are sure to help you get into the spirit.