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Rose Chicken Pasta Bake

Contributed by: News Canada

(NC) - Entrenched in many Quebec-based recipes, chili sauce is now gaining culinary credibility across the country.

In Quebec, chili sauce is traditionally used in combination with basic ingredients to add a robust flavor to comfort foods and local specialties such as meat pie and tourtière. According to research from Ipsos Reid, more than three in four Canadians who purchase chili sauce use it as an ingredient in a meal.

"People often overlook chili sauce because they think it's hot and spicy," says Dana McCauley, food writer and author of Dana's Top Ten Table. "And yet, just a dash or two can turn any savoury recipe into a wonderful comfort-food because it's flavourful, not hot. The main ingredient in chili sauce is fresh vine-ripened cooked tomatoes, and then sweet peppers, garlic and aromatic spices are added."

"Comfort foods are a family favourite in fall," Ms. McCauley continued, "and since life can be so fast-paced, I recommend home cooks keep a bottle of chili sauce on hand. It's a great shortcut ingredient that can transform your cooking quickly and easily. The next time you cook your burgers, pasta, eggs, pizza - and even seafood, add a splash or two of chili sauce, or put it on the table as a condiment. Not only is it tasty and fresh, the ingredients are good for you."

Try a few of Dana's favourite chili sauce ideas:

• Mix chili sauce into spaghetti sauce, meatloaf and casseroles to add a homemade touch.
• Top your favourite steaks, meatballs, pork chops, chicken and even fish with chili sauce while cooking or use chili sauce as a savory finishing sauce.
• Use it as a base for fondue and soups.
• Stir in coriander, lime juice and jalapenos for a healthy hearty salsa.
• Blend chili sauce with your favourite herbs and spices, sour cream and cream cheese for the ultimate veggie dip.
• Combine chili sauce with lemon juice, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce and hot pepper sauce to make a tangy seafood sauce.
• Mix in sour cream or even mayonnaise to for a saucy spread.

Nutritional Information: Per Serving: 538 calories, 19g fat, 39g protein 52g carb, 3g fibre, 1224mg sodium. Excellent source of vitamin A, niacin, vitamin C and calcium.