Hormel Chili and Their Variety of No Bean Flavors

  Disclaimer: I received the following product(s) in exchange for my review. All opinions my own.

   Did you know that Hormel Chili has a variety of no bean flavors? I never see them in stores, so when I received this package of different flavor options, I was so very pleased, as we prefer no bean chili to those with beans in them. Better on the digestive system you know, lol. 

   I love using chili to season any kind of ground meat, as it gives it a great texture and flavor. It works great for nacho meat, tacos, hotdogs, baked potatoes, the obvious chili, and so much more! The flavors I received were: Chunky Beef Chili, Angus Chili, No Beans Original, Turkey, and Less Sodium, all No Beans included. Every single one had a great flavor and were so fun to try! 

Whats your favorite Chili Flavor or Recipe that includes Chili?

You can find all the Chili flavors by Hormel Chili, on their website, where they also have several other delicious products!

   I received a complimentary(s) product in exchange for an honest review. All opinions my own.

Super Easy 2-4 Ingredient Sweet Potato Rolls

   These are the easiest Sweet Potato Rolls you could ever make, that literally call for just two ingredients!! 1 cup of Sweet Potatoes and 1 cup of Self Rising Flour. Though if you don't have self rising flour, it calls for a few more ingredients, to bring that total to a whopping 4 ingredients lol. The 4 ingredient sweet potato roll recipe is below:

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/4 teaspoon of salt

1 cup of sweet potato

Mix all of the ingredients together to form a nice kneadable ball, and break off dough into 6 pieces. Roll each dough piece into their own separate ball, set them on greased baking sheet, and bake in the oven at 400 degrees for about 20 minutes. So so easy and tastes great with several different foods! I added extra seasoning to mine for a more savory taste. A little Garlic powder and a little Onion powder add a nice flavor. You could even add sugar and cinnamon instead, for a sweet roll! 

Quiche for a Crowd

Bigger than the average Quiche, this one will feed a crowd and look good doing so ;)

It fills a 4 quart 14x10x2 rectangle casserole pan and is so easy to make, this will become a family favorite! 

To make this quiche, you begin by first making the Crust.

You need the following ingredients for the CRUST:

Dash of Salt

2 2/3 cups of Flour

1/2 cup or more of butter

4TBS give or take of water 

Your choice of seasoning 

(I used Italian Seasoning, Garlic Powder, and Black Pepper)

   Mix dough together to be moldable to form into greased pan. Kind of like pizza dough texture, though it will be a little bit stickier, just make sure you get the dough pressed all across the pan and edges to form a nice crust on this quiche. Use a fork to poke lil holes across, and to crimp the edges for a nice look. Bake crust in the oven at 375 Degrees for about 20 minutes. During this time, get your egg filling ready. You can use any kind of filling add-ins but you will need the following for the FILLING:

12 Eggs

Seasoning

1-2 Cups of Cheese

Veggies and/or Meat  

   For ours, I used Cajun seasoning, as well as Black Pepper, Garlic Powder, and Onion Powder. For the cheese, I used Pepper Jack. I say 1-2 Cups, because it depends on how cheesy you want yours to be. I think I used maybe a cup and a half. For the veggies, I used Spinach and canned (drained) tomatoes. For the meat, I used pulled pork, but just about any meat would be fine for this. 

   Blend all ingredients together, and once the crust has completed its 20 minutes, pull that out of the oven and pour in your recently made egg mix filling. Make sure it is spread all across the crust, and place back in the oven for about 45 minutes. Be sure to check on it, as ovens vary so it could be more or less time. Once cooked through all the way, pull out of the oven and let cool. Then enjoy!!

Kids in The Kitchen With Won Ton Wraps

   Looking for an easy way to get your kids in the kitchen to help out with making meals? Won Ton Wraps are perfect for beginner lessons! You can fill the wraps with all kinds of different filling ideas... whether you make it sweet or savory, the options are endless! My son loves working with won ton wraps...Some of his favorite things to make are pizza squares, cheese balls, or meat filled egg-rolls. Prepare the filling ingredients and make a "buffet line" for easy work space. The great thing about these wraps is you can bake or fry them. I personally love them fried, but baking is less messy haha. Either way, they come out delicious!

What are some other quick easy meals, your kids enjoy helping with?

Elbow Noodle Lasagna With Classico Organic Roasted Garlic Sauce

 Disclaimer: I received the following product(s) in exchange for my review. All opinions my own.

    Made with fresh roasted garlic and sun roasted tomatoes, Classico Organic Roasted Garlic Sauce really brings out the organic home made taste! And the best part, is that this sauce is made with ingredients you know and understand, such as tomato puree, diced tomatoes in juice, roasted garlic, evaporated cane sugar, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, onions, sea salt, and roasted red bell peppers, just to name a few, and all organic!

  
   With the Classico Organic Roasted Garlic Sauce, I made an easy but delicious, cheesy elbow noodle lasagna, and you could really taste garlic! It's a spectacular sauce with a real homey flavor and aroma. I can imagine it would be just as good on a pizza or chicken Parmesan! It's definitely one of those products you would want to keep on hand for easy and versatile dinner nights!

Classico Organic Roasted Garlic Sauce can be found in your local grocery stores or purchased online at Walmart or Instacart.

 I received a complimentary product in exchange for an honest review. All opinions my own.

Nutritious Ready-to-Eat Foods For Children

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 Nutritious Ready-to-Eat Foods For Children

You want to serve your kids nutritious meals. That said, doing so may not always feel easy. According to surveys, the average family is busier than ever. Making time to prepare healthful meals for the kids is a challenge when you have too many other responsibilities on your plate (no pun intended) already.

Of course, you could serve them frozen meals, but those aren’t nutritious, right?

That’s a fair assumption to make. However, it’s not completely accurate. While there are plenty of frozen foods that lack nutritional value, there are also several that are surprisingly good for your kids. In fact, they are the kinds of foods that your kids will eat and actually enjoy. The following are just a few examples:

Hip Chick Farms Organic Chicken Fingers

Kids love chicken fingers. They also need protein. Although everyone needs protein, it’s particularly important for children, as it plays a key role in their development.

Luckily, these tasty chicken fingers offer up 20 grams of protein per serving. They’re also free of antibiotics and added hormones. Kids will love them, and you’ll feel good about serving them!

Luvo Toasted Cauliflower Mac n’ Cheese

It’s worth noting that frozen foods can also give you the opportunity to introduce new foods to picky eaters by combining nutritious ingredients with beloved snacks.

This cauliflower mac n’ cheese is just one example. Kids love mac n’ cheese, but they’re usually not that interested in cauliflower. That may change when you serve a frozen mac n’ cheese that uses cauliflower instead of pasta to deliver 55 grams of whole grains and a half cup of vegetables per serving.

Caulipower Margherita Cauliflower-Crust Pizza

Does the idea of introducing your kids to healthful foods via foods they already love appeal to you? If so, you may also want to serve up this cauliflower-crust pizza from time to time. Whether your kids dislike mac n’ cheese, or simply want more variety, it’s another delicious (and nutritious) option to consider.

Kashi Original 7 Grain Waffles

Nutritious frozen meals aren’t limited to lunch, dinner, and snacks. If your kids love waffles, trade in the brands targeting them for these frozen waffles from Kashi. Unlike waffles from other brands, they’re not high in refined flour. 

They also contain omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and of course, whole grains, making them a genuinely healthful way for a kid to start their day.

Good Food Made Simple Turkey Meatball

It’s no secret that plenty of kids love spaghetti and meatballs. Unfortunately, meatballs made with beef tend to be both high in calories and fat. And, making meatballs in general can be time-consuming!

Save time while offering your kids a healthier alternative with these frozen turkey meatballs. They’re much leaner than beef meatballs, while still providing your kids with the protein they need.

These few examples simply illustrate that serving frozen meals isn’t always a bad idea. In fact, if you want your kids to be healthy, these options deliver major nutrients. The fact that they make your life easier is just an added bonus!

 

 

*This Guest Post is brought to you by Yumble Kids

 

Original Sweetpotatotasts Mini Pizzas

Disclaimer: I received the following product(s) in exchange for my review. All opinions my own.

   An interesting substitute for toast, these Sweetpotatoasts are pre cooked, sliced sweet potatoes that you bake in the oven or toaster to get them crisp, then top them with your desired ingredients. The Original Sweetpotatoasts are really easy to use and have a great taste! 

 

   I made ours for dinner, layering marinara sauce, caramelized ham chunks, pepperoni, and pepper jack cheese across our slices, then baked til crisp. They tasted delicious! Like little mini pizzas, without the bread. I would love to try more topping ideas in the future!

 

You can find Sweetpotatoasts in your local grocery stores, as well as more Caulipower products and information at eatcaulipower.com

 

 

  I received a complimentary product in exchange for an honest review. All opinions my own.  

Breakfast Stuffed Waffle Biscuits

   Have you ever made biscuits in a waffle iron? They don't quite fit right, at least in my experience, but if you can get the biscuits to fit enough to bake inside, the end result is delicious! 

   I made Breakfast Stuffed Waffle Biscuits, filled with eggs, ham, pepperoni, and cheese. You want the eggs to be precooked, so I made little muffin eggs in the oven, beforehand, but you can also do scrambled. 

You begin by taking a can of layered biscuits, so you can tear each biscuit apart, into two. Roll them flat, as flat as you can get them before they rip, then begin filling them with your eggs/meats ect. Top with the other layer you rolled and crimp the sides together. 

Place in the center of your well greased waffle iron and use as your normally would. When the iron is done, so is your stuffed biscuit! It comes out beautifully, with a little crisp on the edges, and it tastes even better!! 
 

   This is such a quick and easy meal to make, and the biscuits can be filled with all kinds of things that suit your tastebuds. Just beware, it left my waffle iron a mess, so the cleanup is not so fun. This was probably due to the grease/sauce from the cheese/meat, leaking out and burning. I might have just stuffed the biscuits too full 😌🤭

Nacho-Style Twice Baked Potatoes

   As a member of Influencer, I joined in on the My Food and Family virtual vox box, and chose a recipe to make for my family and share it with you. I chose to make the Nacho-Style Twice Baked Potatoes, perfect for a Fall afternoon. To make these, I needed the following ingredients:

4 baking potatoes 

1/4 cup milk

1/2 cup Taco Sauce

1/2 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese

1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips

1/2 cup Jalapeño Cream Cheese Spread

Directions:

• Preheat oven to 400°F. 
• Wash the potatoes 
• Prick them up with a fork.
•  Bake in the oven at 400°F for 1 hour. 
• After the hour is up, pull potatoes out and let them cool for a few. Change the oven temp to 350°F. 
• Cut potatoes lengthwise in half; scoop out centers into medium bowl, leaving 1/8-inch-thick shells. 
• Add cream cheese to potato flesh; beat with mixer until blended. 
• Add milk; beat until potato mixture is light and fluffy. * I added in my own touch here. A little salsa, ranch, and seasoning (Cajun, Black Pepper, and Garlic Powder)
• Spoon mashed potatoes into potato shells; place on baking sheet. Drizzle with taco sauce, top with cheese and crushed chips. I also sprinkled some red peppers and drizzled Japanese Kewpie Mayo across the top of ours.
• Bake 20 to 25 min.

~ Enjoy!! ~

These were delicious and so easy to make! The crunched up Doritos on the top were the perfect addition to these baked potatoes. They added a nice texture and the taste was superb! I also added my own touch to a few things. I gave an extra kick to the potatoes by adding a little salsa, Avocado Goodness Ranch, and seasoning (Cajun, Black Pepper, and Garlic Powder) to the mix, as well as sprinkling on red peppers, and a drizzle of Japanese Kewpie Mayo. It was a perfect Fall meal! 

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Fun Eating With The ALITA Unicorn Double Taco Holder

Adorable food holders are one of the things that make my heart smile 😄

   This Unicorn Double Taco Holder is such a cute idea to hold tacos in. It can also be used to hold other snacks or meal items in: cookies, cut sandwiches, vegetable sticks, ect. It could possibly even hold your cell phone! The unicorn is easy to assemble and will bring so much fun to the table! It is BPA Free and made of non-toxic, 100% food safe materials. It is said to be dishwasher safe, however I would recommend handwashing to keep it looking great and to prevent water buildup in the cracks. I really love the quality, as it's made heavy duty and won't tip over. It's such a cute product and is perfect for all those unicorn loving people!!

You can find the Alita Unicorn Double Taco Holder available for purchase on Amazon for a great price!

 I received the above product at a discount, and am not required to post a review.

Plateshoppe Tableware Giveaway - Winner Chosen!

   Awhile back I had the chance to review some amazing dishes from plateshoppe.com all designs made by the artist Gail Sarasohn.

    Gail Sarasohn began her career in fashion, which took a turn into designing her own plates, platters, and mugs. You can see her many patterns and designs, inspired by some of her favorite things: flowers and traveling the world. 

   I love her collection of Byzantine and Stripe dishes. The colors are vibrant and full of character. Add in a couple of fun coffee mugs, and you can have the perfect morning brunch! 

Check out the Fashion Lady Set below. Gorgeous right?!

   And the Garden Collection paired with mini pumpkins, makes an amazing Fall theme!

    There are so many decor ideas and themes you can bring to your table. I would love to know which collections you like best! 

   Visit plateshoppe.com to check out all the fun patterns. 
Leave me a comment below sharing which set you like best!

   Today, you have the chance to win your choice of plateshoppe tableware. Enter through the Rafflecopter below. Good luck!!

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 This sponsored post and giveaway is made possible by plateshoppe.com - All opinions my own

Sausage And Pancakes On A Stick + Recipe

I came across the delicious and easy recipe from thrillist.com, to make Sausage and Pancakes on a stick. They are so easy to make, and very similar to corndogs, just the batter tastes like a fried pancake, and the meat inside is a breakfast sausage! To make these delicious little breakfast on a stick dogs, you need the following ingredients:

 1 ½ cups flour + 2 tablespoons for dusting

2 teaspoons baking powder 

1 teaspoon sugar 

1/2 teaspoon baking soda 

1/2 teaspoon salt 

1 cup buttermilk

1 large egg 

2 tablespoons vegetable oil 

12 breakfast sausage links 

2qts oil for frying 

12 wooden sticks

Syrup for Dipping

Begin by heating the 2qt oil in a pot. In a mixing bowl, mix together all the ingredients, dry ingredients first, then add in the wet ones and mix thoroughly. Let batter sit, while cooking the sausages. I used Banquet's Brown & Serve Fully Cooked Maple Sausages, and fried them in my cast iron, to give them some char. Once done to your liking, transfer sausage to a paper towel lined plate, to help reduce some of the grease. Let sausage cool enough to handle, then add them to a bowl of the 2Tbs flour saved for dusting. Transfer the previously made batter into a tall container, such as a drinking jar or glass. Put sticks through your powdered sausage, and dip the sausage into the batter. Place sticks of battered sausage into your oil and fry until golden brown. Allow finished dogs to drain on a wire rack, then dip them into warm maple syrup, and enjoy! If you have any left over batter, it also works to make fried pickles. (see above photo next to dogs) Follow the same process, slice your pickles, coat them in a flour bath, dunk them in the batter and fry. You can also drop plain batter directly into the oil, and make mini "beignets". Just add powdered sugar! There are so many things you could make with the recipe! 

Beautiful Melamine Dishes with plateshoppe

Disclaimer: I received the following product(s) in exchange for my review. All opinions my own.

With Summer around the corner, brunches and get-togethers will be happening more often, and having beautiful dishes for your table setting will cheer up the scene, bringing that much more pleasure to your festivities. Melamine dishes are a top choice for outdoor tableware, as they look like a ceramic dish but are made of a hard plastic, making them more durable for the long haul. 

Plateshoppe has many gorgeous designs and sizes of tableware to choose from. Each piece is designed in the U.S.A. by artist: Gail Sarasohn, with beauty and fun intertwined. You can find side plates, dinner plates, mugs, and platters, the perfect piece to complete your collection. Mix and match the designs, or purchase products in a set; there's many to choose from!

I  recently had the chance to review my choice of some of the plateshoppe items, and I chose 4 side plates from the Byzantine Navy Collection, a Platter from the Menu Collection, and a 15oz 'Fill Me Up' coffee mug. I love how dense the mug feels in my hand and that it will hold a nice amount of coffee or tea. The plates and platter are made stable and the design fits perfectly for a Spring or Summer weekend brunch. I especially like that everything is dishwasher safe. This makes for an easy clean up! But they are easy to handwash just as well; with the slick material, everything washes right off, just be sure to use nothing abrasive. I also love that the mug is microwavable so I can keep my drink warm, however, the plates are not. This set will be fun to use on our patio, but will also be used indoors too!

Check out plateshoppe.com to see all the fun and colorful designs. Which one(s) would you like to own? Also be sure to visit @gailsarasohn on Instagram to see the sets in use!

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Easy Pizza Casserole + Recipe

I recently stumbled across this recipe from Family Cook Book Project for an easy liquid pizza crust recipe, that makes a comforting and delicious pizza casserole, and it is so easy to make! Perfect for a lazy weekday night when you don't feel like spending a lot of time in the kitchen. This recipe doesn't require any hand mixing, all you have to do is toss the ingredients into a shaker cup, screw the lid on and shake shake shake! 

 2 eggs 
2/3 C. milk  
^ (I use water works just fine)
1 C. flour 
1 tsp. salt 
1 tsp. pepper 
1 tsp. Italian seasoning

You can really add whatever seasoning you like. I like to add Garlic Pepper and Parsley. 

Then pour the liquid into a greased casserole dish and top it with your desired ingredients. I like to spread the batter around to make sure it is even across the whole dish, then I top on red spaghetti sauce, sprinkle some cheese, layer on the pepperoni and peppers, (I added zucchini slices as well) then top with some more cheese and place into the oven. It's as easy as that and literally takes like 5 minutes to whip it all up. The cooking time is anywhere from 30-60 minutes...I give such a wide time range because all ovens are different, and the texture you desire is as well. I like for ours to be well done like a pan pizza, and my oven seems to cook slower so it tends to take near an hour for ours. But once it is done, it taste amazing. My husband calls it a Pizzagna because he said it makes him think of a lasagna that is pizza flavored lol. You can call it that I suppose =) Either way, it is an easy homemade meal that your family will love!

Feel free to let me know what ya think if you decide to make it!

Manitoba Harvest Hemp Hearts - Raw Shelled Hemp Seeds

Disclaimer: I received the following product(s) in exchange for my review. All opinions my own. 

Add a little extra nutrients and texture to your food with

 Manitoba Harvest's Hemp Heart Seeds! 

These little versatile seeds are full of nutritious goods including 10grams of plant based protein and 10grams of omega-3 and omega-6 per every 30gram serving. That's more than a same size serving of flax or chia! Not to mention their nutty flavor and crunchy texture adds such a great vibe to your foods! You can add these Hemp Seeds to your yogurt or cereal, in a smoothie, sprinkled on salad, even eat them straight from the bag! But my favorite way to indulge in these seeds are to bake them in my waffles!! They add such a delicious little crunchiness to all the edges, and that nutty factor is perfect for snacking on. 

You can use Hemp Heart Seeds for many awesome creations, but why not also add in some healthy fun for your next kids party. How about adding the seeds to an ice cream topping bar! They can be in place of peanuts, or an added extra! Kids will love topping their ice cream or frozen yogurt with these delicious little nut pods. The seeds make a beautiful khaki color and you can pretend they're sprinkles ;) I really enjoy eating Hemp Seeds, as their nutty taste and crunch goes good with so many things. I will leave you with my handy waffle recipe for you to enjoy!

2 Cups Flour

4tsp Baking Powder

1/2tsp Salt

3 Tbsp Oil

1/2 tsp vanilla

2 Cups Water

Your choice on the amount of Hemp Heart Seeds

(I usually do about 1 Cup or so)

Mix all together and bake in your oiled waffle maker! Enjoy!

You can find Manitoba Harvest's Hemp Heart Seeds available for purchase in your local Whole Foods Markets, Sprouts Farmers Markets, Costco, Walmart, The Vitamin Shoppe, Safeway, Kroger, on Amazon and at manitobaharvest.com

Also find them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. 

I received this product for free from Moms Meet (momsmeet.com), May Media Group LLC, who received it directly from the manufacturer. As a Moms Meet blogger, I agree to use this product and post my honest opinion on my blog. The opinions posted are my own.

SunButter Sunflower Butter - A Better Substitute To Peanuts

Disclaimer: I received the following product(s) in exchange for my review. All opinions my own.  

Did you know, with the rising peanut allergy in children, over 60% of schools no longer allow peanut ingredients in their classrooms? Companies are starting to catch on to this, and making delicious substitutes for those with peanut allergies to enjoy. SunButter is one of them!

SunButter is a natural and healthy nut butter made with U.S. grown roasted Sunflower Seeds. Every serving is chocked full of vitamins and holds 7 grams of protein. It is not only a great peanut butter substitute, but it is also vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, non-GMO, and certified kosher. SunButter is free from all of the top eight food allergens, so it is safe in schools.

I never thought I would love Sunflower Butter until I tried SunButter's Natural Crunch. It is truly delicious, with sunflower seed pieces throughout. The creamy is good too, but the crunchy is my favorite. It has a sweet taste and the texture is amazing to my taste buds. It is perfect on really anything, but even just a spoon full of this goodness makes me happy. SunButter also comes in Natural, No Sugar Added and Organic. You can find all these flavors available in the typical 16oz containers, but the creamy variety is available in On the go Cups with are 1.5 oz serving containers. Perfect for school lunches! 

You can use SunButter in place of any peanut butter product; use it on your sandwich, melt it on your pancakes, add it to your smoothie..maybe even bake cookies with it? This butter is delicious and you will feel content serving it to your family.

You can find SunButter available for purchase in most major retail stores including Target, Walmart, Kroger, Safeway, Publix, and Whole Foods. Also visit sunbutter.com for more information. Connect with them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest as well. 

*I received this product for free from Moms Meet (momsmeet.com), May Media Group LLC, who received it directly from the manufacturer. 

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