Santa Barbara Bay(R) Celebrates Moms Everywhere With Simple, Healthy Recipes Even the Kids Can Enjoy

DALLAS, May 6 /PRNewswire/ -- May is often the start of lazy dinners on the patio, the first of many afternoons spent by the pool and summer nights spent in front of the grill.  The weather is getting nicer and summer is around the corner – and so is Mother's Day. This weekend is a time to celebrate mothers and grandmothers everywhere, so why not shower them with love and attention – the best gift of all.  

The entertaining experts at Santa Barbara Bay, makers of best-selling refrigerated deli dips available nationwide, suggest these easy, family-friendly recipes, made using store-bought ingredients. Families can prepare the simple dishes together and give mom a sneak peak to a summer filled with lazy patio dinners.  Featuring Santa Barbara Bay's new line of All Natural Greek Yogurt Dips, these recipes are also something kids – and their moms – can feel good about serving the entire family.

Thai Chicken (Serves 4)

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 12 ounce Santa Barbara Bay® All Natural Greek Yogurt Dip, Thai Three Pepper
• 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup peanut oil
• 1 cup snow pea pods
• 1 red pepper, cut into thin strips

Directions: Place the chicken and the yogurt in a large ziplock bag and allow the mixture to marinade for 24 hours under refrigeration. In a large frying pan, heat the peanut oil to medium high. Get kids to dredge the marinated chicken breasts in the breadcrumbs until completely coated and carefully place each in the pan. (Make sure they clean their hands thoroughly.) Sautee for 5 minutes on each side.  Remove chicken from pan and add vegetables, sauteing for 2 to 3 minutes. Allow kids to equally divide the cooked vegetables between 4 plates and top with chicken breast in a fun, colorful arrangement.

Linguini with Roasted Red Peppers (Serves 6)

Ingredients:

• 1 pound linguini, cooked according to directions and drained
• 12 ounces Santa Barbara Bay® All Natural Dip, Roasted Red Pepper and Asiago Cheese
• 2 cups spinach leaves, chiffonade
• 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
• 1 yellow pepper, cut into thin strips
• 1/2 cup grated Asiago Cheese, plus additional cheese for garnish

Directions: Cook and drain linguine. Return to pot over medium heat and allow kids to hand Dad the dip, spinach, tomatoes, peppers and cheese to add to the noodles. Cook until heated through. Hold pot while kids carefully divide between 6 plates and allow them to sprinkle additional cheese over the top. Add your favorite bread and it is a meal!

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SOURCE Santa Barbara Bay