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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 South Square 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 South Square 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 South Square Market to grab all the ingredients you will need. 

Egg Fruit Cookies
How about trying a new dessert this Easter? We have the perfect recipe, Egg Fruit Cookies. 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 South Square Market for all 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 South Square 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 South Square 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: South Square 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 South Square 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 South Square 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 South Square 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 South Square 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 South Square 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 South Square 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 South Square 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. 

Will You Be Our Valentine?

Love is in the air, and what better way to celebrate the day dedicated to love than with sweet treats? Valentine's Day is traditionally a holiday dedicated to greeting cards and flowers, but we suggest you kick it up a notch this year and add in something additional. Why not whip up something homemade and delicious that fills your Valentine with love?

Red Velvet Whoopie Pies 
Looking to get creative this Valentine’s Day? We have just the recipe for you, Red Velvet Whoopie Pies. These treats are festive and flavorful and so much easier to make than you would think. They taste like traditional red velvet cake, are filled with cream cheese frosting and are fun-sized. They are perfect for sharing! Stop by South Square Market for all the ingredients you will need to make this delicious dessert.

Chocolate Sugar Cookies 
Did you know that sugar cookies are the third most popular cookie in America? Full of rich chocolate flavor and covered in pink and red sprinkles, these Chocolate Sugar Cookies are sure to help you celebrate Valentine's Day in style. Serve these cookies at a school celebration or bring them to the office, either way everyone eating them will feel the love.

Breakfast Pastries

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and even better when it starts with something sweet. Try these Breakfast Pastries on this day of love. These treats are flaky, soft and filled with tangy-sweet flavors. They are so easy to make because they only require a few ingredients that can be found at South Square Market, like puff pastry, strawberries and cream cheese. Swing by and pick up all the items you need to make these heart-shaped sweet treats.

Desserts to Make You Feel Good

As we head towards the beginning of a new month, we know you are adjusting your new year’s resolutions. We are here today to encourage you not to give up on dessert so we curated three easy treats that are low in calories with a healthy twist. Trust us, after trying these recipes, you’ll never want to deprive yourself of dessert again.

Chocolate Cake 

Would you believe us if we told you this cake has avocado in it? Yes, you heard correctly, this Chocolate Cake is so rich and moist you would never know the avocado is in there. It’s filled with natural ingredients including almond flour, maple syrup and coconut sugar making this a gluten free sweet treat! Swing by South Square Market to collect everything you need to make this delicious cake!

Strawberry Yogurt Frozen Treats

These Strawberry Yogurt Frozen Treats are great for when you're craving an ice cream sandwich and are trying to make healthy choices. They are easy and nutritious and only require five ingredients and 10 minutes to prep. This dessert can be easily stored in your freezer to have on hand when you need a pick-me-up. 

Blueberry Oat Crumble Bars  

Everything is good in the world when you have Blueberry Oat Crumble Bars. And it’s even better when they are low in calories and fat! This recipe has the same sweet and buttery taste as classic crumble bars but without all the calories. These bars are so flaky and irresistible, it will be hard not to eat the whole pan. Visit South Square Market to stock up on everything you need to make these any day of the week to enjoy for breakfast, afternoon snack or dessert! 

Touchdown with These Three

This NFL playoff season, we’ve decided you need a game plan. We found three perfect football foods with a modern take on old-school classics. Each of these dishes will elevate your watch parties because there is something for everyone here to enjoy! Try one or all of these recipes and let us know which is your new fan favorite. 

Buffalo Cauliflower Wings 
Buffalo wings are the ultimate game day food. Want to mix things up this season? Make them vegetarian! These Buffalo Cauliflower Wings are full of all the buffalo flavor you know and love, and have the same crispiness as a classic chicken wing. This dish is perfect because it only takes a couple of minutes to make and can feed a group of any size. Swing by South Square Market for all the ingredients you need.

Loaded Tater Tots 
Creamy, crunchy, and cheesy… these Loaded Tater Tots have it all! Filled with sour cream, bacon bits, shredded cheese and chives, this fun finger food kicks things up a notch. Grab your muffin tin, bake the tots, add the filling, bake again, and enjoy the crunch! Step-by-step instructions from The Feathered Nestermakes this recipe so simple you can have these all made before game time.

Rotisserie Chicken Tacos 
During playoff season everybody wants something quick and delicious to keep their hopes alive. TACObout something delicious… we are confident that these Rotisserie Chicken Tacos will become your game day go-to. Make things easy by picking up a rotisserie chicken from South Square Market and recreating these tacos. Everyone is going to love them so much that you will become the MVP.  

Fuel up with Soup

Nothing makes you smile as much as a warm, hearty, home-cooked bowl of soup. Our team here at South Square Market is encouraging you to celebrate National Soup Month by trying these soup recipes at home. This is a great way to nourish your body with natural ingredients like vegetables and herbs during the winter months. Check out some of our favorites below and let us know what you think!

Coconut Carrot Lentil Soup
Whoever thought to combine coconut, carrot and lentils and turn it into a soup clearly knew what they were doing. This Coconut Carrot Lentil Soup is so fresh and easy to make. It’s a great dish for anyone looking to include more nutritious foods in their day-to-day life. Swing by South Square Market to pick up all the ingredients you need. We know you’re going to love this soup!

Couscous Chicken Soup 
For many, chicken soup is considered the holy grail of soups. And we are convinced once you try this Couscous Chicken Soup it will become your ultimate comfort food. This recipe is so easy to make and perfect for long winter days. The best part of this recipe is that it contains so many health-supporting ingredients like turmeric, ginger, garlic and leeks. We’re certain you will feel like you are being hugged by a warm blanket after your first bowl. Try this recipe and let us know what you think!

Three Bean Soup
Beans aren't just delicious, they are also a great source of protein and can be added into any soup for additional flavor. This Three Bean Soup is the ideal meal for any winter day. It's packed with filling ingredients and doesn't take long to make. Although this recipe recommends certain vegetables, there is a lot of leeway to use whatever vegetables you like best. You may have a number of ingredients in your pantry, but if anything is missing, make sure to stop by South Square Market