Our Story
For over 20 years, Ace in the Bowl Salsa has been a staple at many family and social events. In 2012, Ace hit the shelves.
Over the last twenty years, I have been asked many times if I ever thought of marketing my salsa because it had such a unique taste. At first I did not give it much thought. My husband and I have a small business and at that time our girls kept us busy with school and all their activities. How would I have time to start a Made In Oklahoma Salsa business with everything I had in my life to do?
In January of 2012, I thought the time might be right to look into this idea of having a Made In Oklahoma product. So with the help of Oklahoma State University's Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center, I learned the process and approach it would take to commercialize my product. Soon after, Unique Foods, LLC became a reality and in October 2012, Ace in the Bowl Salsa was in jars ready to go on store shelves.
Ace in the Bowl Salsa comes in Mild (the original), Medium and Hot (for those who like a little "kick"). The salsa has a unique flavor because it has ingredients not found in other salsas found on store shelves. It is not only good with chips but has a multitude of other uses too. The ideas are endless; check out our recipe section below for ideas!
When I do samplings, I love to see people's reaction as they taste the salsa. It truly has a unique taste. I hope you enjoy the unique experience of Ace in the Bowl Salsa.
Susan Witt, Founder/CEO
Testimonials
Love this Salsa. Have used it in several ways, including meatloaf, deviled eggs, and mixed with Greek yogurt for veggie dip. I would recommend it to any and all. Not your average, run of the mill salsa by any means, rather a delicious gourmet salsa.
Lynda E., Del City, OK
I love Ace in the Bowl salsa. We eat it frequently at our house. I keep some on hand to set out if we have guests over. I have given it as part of a gift for others. I find that Ace in the Bowl is enjoyed by all. The flavor is amazing. I generally like spicy foods and the Medium salsa is plenty for me. Yet the Mild salsa is perfect for my mother who doesn’t handle spicy foods very well. I’m so glad I have found such a great product in Ace in the Bowl salsa while supporting small business as well!
Erin D., Edmond, OK
My family loves my crockpot chicken tacos made with Ace in the Bowl salsa! Yummiest salsa around.
Shawna F., Tulsa, OK
Can I rate this salsa a 10!?! 5 from me and 5 from the baby in my tummy because we are LOVING it!!!
Julie A., Oklahoma City, OK
Tried your salsa for the first time…must say it is AWESOME!!!
Mike B., Moore, OK
Your salsa is very flavorful and delicious! My husband and I ate 1 entire jar last night on homemade tostadas.
Rhonda O., Stillwater, OK
Super Great! I loved the Mild and Medium. Enjoyed it.
Brian F., Spencer, Iowa
Excellent salsa!! It’s a hit with my family and friends!!
Donna S., Moore, OK
I have been eating Ace in the Bowl Salsa for several years, and now it’s the only kind I buy. I buy jars to give as gifts. I use it for dipping chips and cooking. I love it in my scrambled eggs. Once I mixed the Hot with Mild since I was out of Medium. A whole new flavor! This is a great product and I would certainly recommend it.
Paula W., Oklahoma City, OK
Thanks, Ace in the Bowl!! Our family, including all of our grandchildren, loves the unique taste and texture of Ace in the Bowl salsa! The Black olives make it amazing. Not only is it great with chips, but when added to cream cheese it makes a wonderful and quick spread for crackers. It is also a great topping to our favorite Layered Bean Dip or smothered over Baked Chicken Breast. Always health conscious, I appreciate that it is SUGAR FREE and 2 tablespoons are only 15 calories. Therefore, I used Ace in the Bowl salsa instead of a salad dressing for my taco salad. Delicious!
Jeanne K., Lincoln, CA
Retailers
For a store near you, please email: aceinthebowl@gmail.com
Ace Ideas
JALAPENO MAC 'N CHEESE
1lb macaroni pasta
1lb bacon (cooked and chopped)
1lb cream cheese (cut into 1 inch cubes)
3/4lb shredded cheddar cheese
3/4lb shredded Monterrey Jack
1lb butter
3/4 cup all purpose flour
1 1/2 cup milk
1 cup half & half
5 jalapenos Sliced
1 cup panko bread crumbs
1 1/2 cups Ace in the Bowl
salt & pepper
Cook pasta according to directions. Drain and set aside. Cook bacon until crispy, cool, and chop. Set aside. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and stir until liquid is absorbed and roux begins to form. Add milk and half and half and stir continuously. Bring to a boil and cook until liquid is thick and smooth. Remove from heat and add cream cheese, Monterrey Jack, cheddar, and salt and pepper. Stir until cheese is completely melted into the liquid. In a large bowl, combine pasta with cheese sauce. Fold in bacon and salsa. Pour into a buttered baking dish. Top with jalapeno slices and bread crumbs. Bake at 350 degrees for 45-60 minutes or until golden brown and cheese is bubbly, enjoy!
Creamy Dip
1 cup sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup Ace in the Bowl
Mix the 3 ingredients together and chill
Great dip for Chips, Crackers and Veggies
Mexican Cheese Ball
2- 8 oz, pkgs of cream cheese (soften)
1 cup of Cheez Whiz or 1 cup of finely shredded Mexican Cheese
Blend the cream cheese and Cheez Whiz
1 cup of Ace in the Bowl
Chopped pecans
Or Shredded Cheese together
When mixture is firm roll into a ball or log
Then cover the ball or log with the chopped pecans
Serve with club crackers, wheat thins, or bagel chips.
Crock-Pot Breakfast Casserole
1 pkg. (32 oz) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes
1 pkg. pre-cooked sausage crumbles
2 cups Mexican Cheeses
1 jar Ace in the Bowl Salsa
12 eggs
1 cup milk
¼ tsp. black pepper
Spray the bottom of a 6 quart Crock-pot with cooking spray
layer half the potatoes, sausage, cheeses, and Salsa
Repeat the layers
Beat the eggs, milk and pepper then
Pour over the mixture in the crock-pot
Cook on high for 4 hours or
Low for 8 hours
Serves 12
Ace Guacamole Salad
4 avocados (peeled, pitted, and mashed
1 cup Ace in the Bowl Salsa
Season to taste if needed
Serve with tortilla chips or just alone
Crock-pot Chicken
Place Chicken Tenders in bottom of Crock-pot
Sprinkle packet of Chicken Taco Seasoning
Pour 1 jar of Ace in the Bowl Salsa over the Chicken
Cook on low all day.
Serve on a tostada (seen above), in a soft taco, on a taco salad,
or as a main dish with a vegetable.
Tortilla Roll Up
Mix the same ingredients as "Mexican Cheese Ball," but do not chill
Spread over the tortilla
Sprinkle with one of the following:
Pecans, crumbled sausage, crumbled bacon or a thin slice of ham.
Roll up then chill. Slice into pinwheels.
Mini Tacos
1 1/2 lb. of hamburger meat
1 package taco seasoning
Ace in the Bowl Salsa
Finely Shredded Mexican Cheese
Package Tostitos Scoops
Brown Hamburger meat and drain well
Add package of taco seasoning
Spoon taco meat into the Tostitos Scoops
Top the meat mixture with the Salsa
Shredded Lettuce and Cheese
This is a great party favorite
Shredded lettuce
Ace in the bowl "full house" breakfast casserole
1 dozen eggs
16 oz sour cream
1 cup cooked meat (crumbled bacon, sausage, or diced ham all work well)
1 jar Ace in the Bowl Salsa
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Spray a 9x13 pan with non-stick cooking spray
Wisk the eggs, add sour cream, and wisk until smooth
Add meat, salsa, and 1 cup of cheese
Pour into pan, cover with foil, and bake for 35 minutes
Make sure casserole is done in the center and then top with the remaining cheese.
Put back into oven for 10 minutes to melt and brown cheese
Serve hot, salt and pepper to taste
Top with additional Ace in the Bowl Salsa
Taco Soup
1 lb. hamburger meat
1 onion chopped
1 (1 oz) package Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing mix
1 (1 oz) package taco seasoning mix
1 (16 oz) can pinto beans
1 (16 oz) can chili beans
1 (16 oz) can whole kernel corn
1 jar Ace in the Bowl Salsa
2 cups tomato juice
Brown meat and onion and drain
Add the Ranch Dressing and Taco seasoning to meat
Add the beans and corn (do not drain)
Bring to boil and simmer for 1 hour
