seasonal flavors & tips
COSTCO FALL 2026
Inspired by McCormick’s Flavor of the Year
This elevated design is a fresh expression of the taste you trust. Grounded in 125+ years of spice expertise, each blend delivers exceptional quality and culinary inspiration to your kitchen.
Shrimp and Spinach Linguine
Ingredients
- Linguinie 8 oz
- Spinach, chopped 2 c
- Neutral oil 1 tbsp
- Shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 lb
- McCormick Black Label White Wine & Olive Oil 2 tbsp
- Heavy Cream 1/2 cup
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water.
- Heat a large skillet on medium high, add oil.
- Add the shrimp allowing for some color
- Add the heavy cream and reduce slightly
- Mix in the spinach, pasta, pasta water, and seasoning.
White Wine & Olive Oil Seasoning Usage Tips
Stir 1 tbsp seasoning into 1 stick of softened unsalted butter to finish grilled or roasted meats, seafood, and vegetables
Sprinkle 1 tbsp seasoning on 1 lb of chicken or shrimp
Stir 2-3 tsp seasoning on 8 oz of cooked pasta
Creamy Sundried Tomato Pasta
Ingredients
- Penne 8 oz
- Onion, diced 1/2 cup
- Sundried Tomatoes in Oil 1/4 cup
- Sundried Tomato Oil 1 tbsp
- Heavy Cream 3/4 cup
- McCormick Black Label Basil Salt 1 tbsp
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water.
- Heat a large skillet on medium high, add sundried tomato oil.
- Add the onion and sundried tomatoes, cook until onions are translucent.
- Add the heavy cream and reduce slightly.
- Mix in the pasta, reserved pasta water, and basil salt. Allow sauce to thicken slightly.
- Optional to sprinkle more basil salt over finsihed pasta.
Basil Salt Usage Tips
Sprinkle basil salt over fresh tomato slices with mozzarella and a drizzle of olive oil
Stir 1-2 tsp of basil salt on 8 oz of cooked pasta
Use 1 tbsp basil salt and 1 tbsp lime juice to rim glasses for cocktails
Pan Roasted Peruvian Chicken and Potatoes
Ingredients
Pan Roasted Chicken & Potatoes
- lime juice 1 tbsp.
- McCormick Black Label Peruvian Roasted Chicken Seasoning, divided 2 tbsp.
- vegetable oil 2 tbsp.
- 1 whole chicken, (about 4 to 5 pounds), butterflied
- baby Yukon gold potatoes, halved 1 1/2 lbs.
Creamy Cilantro Sauce
- fresh cilantro leaves 1 cup
- jalapeño pepper 2
- lime juice 1 tbsp.
- McCormick Black Label Peruvian Roasted Chicken Seasoning 1 tsp
- mayonnaise 1/2 cup
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Blend lime juice with 2 tbsp Peruvian seasoning, then slowly add oil until smooth.
- Arrange potatoes cut-side down in a greased oven-safe skillet. Pat chicken dry, place on potatoes, rub remaining 1 tbsp seasoning under the skin, and spread the lime mixture over the chicken.
- Roast for 50–55 minutes, basting every 10–15 minutes, until the chicken reaches 165°F. Let rest 15 minutes before slicing.
- For the Creamy Cilantro Sauce, blend all sauce ingredients until smooth. Serve with the chicken and potatoes.
Peruvian Roasted Chicken Seasoning Usage Tips
Sprinkle 1 tbsp of seasoning on 1 lb chicken, veggies, or potatoes
Blend 2 tsp seasoning, 1 c cilantro, ½ c mayo, 2 jalapenos, and 1 tbsp lime juice to make a quick Peruvian green sauce
Stir 2-3 tsp into 8 oz of prepared guacamole or salsa
Roasted Vegetables with Creamy Whipped Feta
Ingredients
Creamy Whipped Feta:
- 4 ounces feta cheese
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 small clove garlic, minced (about 1/2 teaspoon)
Roasted Vegetables:
- 1 small eggplant, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 2 Portobello mushroom caps, sliced
- 2 plum tomatoes, seeded and quartered
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons McCormick® Black Label Greek Herb & Olive Oil Seasoning
Instructions
- For the Creamy Whipped Feta, place all ingredients in a food processor or blender and pulse until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
- For the Roasted Vegetables, preheat oven to 450°F. Toss vegetables and oil in large bowl. Sprinkle with Seasoning; toss to coat well. Arrange vegetables in single layer on foil-lined shallow baking pan. Roast 35 to 40 minutes, stirring half way through cooking. Garnish with chopped parsley, and serve with Creamy Whipped Feta.
Makes 6 servings.
Greek Herb & Olive Oil Seasoning Usage Tips
Make a quick dipping oil for bread by sprinkling 2-3 tsp of the seasoning over ¼ c olive oil
Mix 1 tbsp of seasoning into equal parts oil and vinegar for an easy flavorful vinaigrette
Sprinkle 1 tbsp of seasoning over 1 lb grilled or roasted vegetables
Smoky Garlic and Rosemary Steak
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 to 2 pounds boneless strip, ribeye or sirloin steak
- McCormick® Smoky Garlic and Rosemary Finishing Salt
Instructions
- Grill steak over medium-high heat 5 to 6 minutes per side or until desired doneness is reached (140 to 145°F for medium).
- Sprinkle generously with Smoky Garlic & Rosemary Finishing Salt just before serving.
Smokey Rosemary Garlic Salt Usage Tips
Stir 1-2 tsp of rosemary salt into ½ c mayonnaise for a quick aioli to spread on sandwiches or for dipping fries
Mix 2-3 tsp of rosemary salt into equal parts oil and vinegar for an easy flavorful vinaigrette
Sprinkle 1 tbsp of rosemary salt on 8 oz of French fries
