BK’s $1 Double Cheeseburger Angers Franchisees

Last Tuesday, The National Franchise Association that represents more than 80% of Burger King’s US franchisers sued the company at the U.S. District Court in Southern Florida. This is after the sale of the quarter pounder goes nationwide after being rejected twice by its franchisers. Dan Fitzpatrick, the spokesman of the association claimed that they are losing $.10 on every double cheeseburger sold.

The suing association thru their spokesman claimed that every double cheeseburger costs $1.10. This includes about 55 cents for the meat, bun, cheese, and toppings; 45 cents for rent, royalties, and worker wages. Pennsylvania franchise owner Steve Lewis said in a statement that "The current management team has disregarded rights that Burger King franchisees have always had."

On the other hand, Burger King’s spokeswoman Denise Wilson said that they believe that the litigation is "without merit." They recall that earlier appeals this year in courts ruled to their side. The ruling was that BK had the right to require franchisers to join in any of its value menu promotions.

The double cheeseburger sale is expected to increase visits by as much as 20% but does not ensure better sales since the order value will fall. As of Thursday trading, BK’s shares dropped 18 cents or 1 percent. The Miami burger company remains to be US’s second largest burger company.

Two Ingredient Pumpkin Cake

In 30 minutes, you can make a perfect thanksgiving cake for 15. No cholesterol, 157 calories count, and 4.3 grams of total fat you get in each slice.
Ingredients
1 (18.25 ounce) package spice cake mix
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin

Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Generously grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, mix together the spice cake mix and canned pumpkin until well blended. Spread evenly into the prepared pan.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool and serve, or store in the refrigerator. This tastes even better the next day.

Mediterranean Stuffed Chicken

A recipe from Amy Marino for 4. Each serving contains 339 calories, 21.6g total fat, 134mg cholesterol, 437mg Sodium, 2.4g total carbs, 0.1g dietary fiber, and 32.6g Protein.

Ingredients
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - pounded thin
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup feta cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons dried dill weed
2 tablespoons melted butter
salt and pepper to taste

Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
TO MAKE FILLING: In a large bowl beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the feta cheese, dill weed and garlic powder. Beat until smooth and creamy.
Put a dollop of 1/4 of the filling on each breast, then roll and tie the breasts with cooking string to seal. Brush each breast with melted butter/margarine and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the juices run clear.
Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 339 | Total Fat: 21.6g | Cholesterol: 134mg

Moist and Savory Stuffing

Here's another from Campbell's kitchen made for 8 in minutes!


Ingredients
1 3/4 cups Swanson® Chicken Broth (regular, Natural Goodness™ or Certified Organic)
Generous dash ground black pepper
1 stalk celery, coarsely chopped
1 small onion, coarsely chopped
4 cups Pepperidge Farm® Herb Seasoned Stuffing

Directions
Heat broth, black pepper, celery and onion in 2-quart saucepan over high heat to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
Add stuffing and stir lightly to coat.
Footnotes

TIPS
For an interesting twist: Stir 1/2 cup each dried cranberries and chopped pecans into stuffing mixture.
Sausage & Mushroom Stuffing: Add 1 cup sliced mushrooms to vegetables while cooking. Stir 1/2 pound cooked and crumbl

Flat Iron Steak and Spinach Salad

Kerinholland's salad recipe is a must-try. This 50-minute, 6 serving of 431 calories, 30.7g total fat, and 77 mg cholesterol filled appetizer and dessert will surely complement a hearty dinner!


Ingredients
2 pounds flat iron steak
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
3 large red bell peppers, cut into 1/2 inch strips
2 portobello mushrooms, sliced
1/2 cup red wine
4 cups baby spinach leaves
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese

Directions
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat; lightly oil the grate.
Season the flat iron steak on both sides with salt and pepper. Cook to desired degree of doneness on preheated grill, about 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let rest in a warm area while proceeding with the recipe.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the onion, and cook until it begins to soften, about 4 minutes. Pour in the Italian salad dressing, and bring to a boil, then stir in the red peppers and mushrooms. Reduce heat to medium, and cook until the peppers are tender, about 5 minutes.
Remove the vegetables from the skillet with a slotted spoon, and set aside. Increase the heat to medium-high, and add the red wine. Simmer the salad dressing and wine until it has reduced to a syrupy sauce, about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, divide the spinach leaves onto serving plates. Thinly slice the flat iron steak across the grain. Spoon the warm, cooked vegetable mixture over the spinach leaves, then place the sliced steak on top. Spoon on the reduced red wine sauce, and finally, sprinkle with blue cheese.

Ocean Spray® Oatmeal Cranberry White Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Ocean Spray adds a little more touch for a more delicious snack.This recipe makes 30 servings of 132 calories, 6.2g total fat, and 26mg cholesterol filled snack or breakfast.


Ingredients
2/3 cup butter or margarine, softened
2/3 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (6 ounce) package Ocean Spray® Craisins® Original Dried Cranberries
2/3 cup white chocolate chunks or chips

Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
Using an electric mixer, beat butter or margarine and sugar together in a medium mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Add eggs, mixing well. Combine oats, flour, baking soda and salt in a separate mixing bowl. Add to butter mixture in several additions, mixing well after each addition. Stir in dried cranberries and white chocolate chunks.
Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on wire rack.

Spicy Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Did you know that 5 minutes is enough to make a hearty gourmey sandwich? PatelGurl teaches us how with her Spicy Grilled Cheese Sandwich. The recipe makes 2 servings of 352 calories, 22.1g total fat, and 57mg cholesterol.

Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
4 slices white bread
2 slices American cheese
1 roma (plum) tomato, thinly sliced
1/4 small onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped

Directions
Heat a large skillet over low heat. Spread butter or margarine onto one side of two slices of bread. Place both pieces buttered side down in the skillet. Lay a slice of cheese on each one, and top with slices of tomato, onion and jalapeno. Butter one side of the remaining slices of bread, and place on top buttered side up. When the bottom of the sandwiches are toasted, flip and fry until brown on the other side.