PEPPERONI DIP & PLAYOFFS

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May 3, 2013 by 1 Comment

Since it is Hockey Playoff  Time, I look for new ways to feed the troops as we sit and watch the games.  I was intrigued when I saw this recipe on Pinterest and then I dug a little further and experimented myself to get a handle on what all this recipe really needed

 

pepperoni

http://pinterest.com/pin/261349584598481263/

In reality you need the following for successful dip

1- 8 ounce packages of softened cream cheese
1 can of 10.75 Cream of Mushroom Soup
1 4 ounce can of chopped green chilies
16 ounces of Pepperoni, chopped, minced, small bite size pieces, the smaller the better, think chipped beef!
mix it all together.
bubbly and brown..

BAKE THIS IN A BAKING DISH, PRETREATED WITH PAM, AT 350 COVERED FOR ABOUT 40 MINUTES.

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MRS. RENFRO’S SALSA REVIEW

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April 30, 2013 by 7 Comments

With 3 hungry children, and a schedule that has me rushing everywhere and getting nowhere, Salsa and Chips are a must in my house! I love a good nacho chip but nothing tastes better than warm nacho chips with warmed up Mrs. Renfro’s Salsa!

Recently I taste-tested a few jars of Mrs. Renfro’s Salsa, all I can tell you is it is addicting and delicious and like no other I have tried.  While I tried 4 different flavors the one that stands out in my mind because of the smoked cheesy flavor was the Chipolte Nacho Cheese Sauce.  It is satisfying beyond your biggest craving and the smoked flavor while not overpowering is enough to satisfy a chipotle lover and still let you enjoy the chip! Mmmmm.

I love learning about companies and here are a few fun facts that  I want to share with you about Mrs. Renfro’s:

Mrs. Renfro’s Salsa is ranked among  the salsa across the nation as one of the top five best selling by specialty food distributors, I can tell you why, it is really fresh, and tasty. Mrs. Renfro’s products are distributed in 50 U.S. states, Canada, the Caribbean, England, Scotland and Spain.  Finally, Mrs. Renfro’s is one of the nation’s five largest family-owned and managed salsa factories! The Salsa’s all come in Mild, Medium or Hot heat levels which allows every different salsa connoisseur to enjoy!

Here are a few other salsas that I tried, Pomegranate Salsa, and Green Salsa. pomegranate salsa

We actually did as instructed in the directions, we added this into eggs.  My husband thought the tang and zest that it added made the omelets, he at the egg on a pita and called it a Southwestern Omelet!  I had to try the Green Salsa and what I found was a bit of a ‘hot’ bite but I deferred the bite with a bit of ranch.  It was really a great combination.

All products in the Mrs. Renfro’s line are:

  • ·         Made only with natural ingredients
  • ·         Gluten-free and fat-free

!  The Pomegranate was sweet, no tang, and so different from anything we have ever tried.  After eating it on a few chips, I thought about it and really could not bare to put it on chips when I knew it would make SHRIMP fantastic.  I smeared the shrimp with them and grilled it, unbelievable HOME RUN!  This is perfect for basting your foods, like chicken and seafood!

I like the whole Mrs. Renfro’s product line because the salsas are very ‘frugally’ priced, under $4 a jar for something that tastes beyond that price tag.  If you are having any type of party, this salsa would make any chip come to life.  I can only imagine the jabber that will go on as your guests munch on chips and dip into this distinguished, great tasting salsa!.

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CHIPS THAT CRUNCH WITHOUT CORN ~

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September 10, 2012 by Leave a Comment

‘THE ENGLISH CONTRIBUTION TO WORLD CUISINE, THE CHIP” ~JOHN CLEESE

I honestly don’t know where the food world would be without a chip every once in a while! Unfortunately my daughter has been diagnosed with a rotten corn allergy and it has really been a life-changing event.  So many of the food items she would consume had corn in them, but since she can not eat corn I have been seeking EVERY Possible alternative for her to enjoy and along the way we have been finding great corn-free foods that she can enjoy and not feel like she is losing out on great taste. 

Make no mistake, foods without the corn oils in them taste different, whether it is the corn or the ingredients they are made up with, there is a notable taste difference, but when you want a crunch, or something that resembles a chip, it becomes a necessity to give in and try new foods.  The challenge is find something that is corn free and yet tasty!

BEANITOS - ALL THE ‘STUFF‘ YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT

Beanitos are chips that offer complete protein and fiber.  Beanitos are Corn Free, Gluten Free, High in Fiber and Low Glycemic as well an Non-GMO.

WE sampled the New Beanitos Single-Serve bags.  The bags are 1.25 oz.

Beanito Bean Chips are made from pinto beans and black beans and boast 6g Protein and 6g of Fiber.

Beanitos have 3x the protein of a potato chip. CRUNCH ON!

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WE sampled Chipotle BBQ Black Bean Chips(spicy), Cheddar Cheese(Pinto Bean and Flax Seed) as well as Black Bean Chips.  Our favorite was the Chipotle BBQ Black Bean because we love spicy chips, the Cheddar was also great.  We added Wholly Guacamole and Salsa and had a true party with the chips! My daughter loves the convenience of the bags for her daily lunch, it’s just like taking regular chips and the taste is really good. My daughter tried the chips in salad, with meat, on their own, with dip and crunched up and placed across a broiled piece of salmon with fresh salsa, all extremely delicious.

Do not expect these chips to taste like corn chips, they do not.  The chips are made of beans and do not have corn taste. Do expect tremendous crunch, lots of flavor, many ROUND chips in a bag, protein, fiber and a snack that will sustain beyond a JUNK food.  Also, as beans go, remember the side effects of consuming beans, flatulence will follow.

Beanitos makes it easy to snack without corn and gluten while offering a great alternative that offers a healthy twist on snacking.

 

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WHOLLY SALSA & GUACAMOLE BATMAN

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August 19, 2012 by 39 Comments

I know that line is a little cheesy but I can tell you what is not cheesy and cholesterol laden… MY NACHOS.  It’s football season and all I can think of is back yard get togethers, parties,  and FOOD! It is not just any food that will do but delicious snacking foods.  When we back yard party it’s the fire pit, hot dogs, marshmallows, chip and dips, but our spin on dip is with GUACAMOLE & FRESH SALSA from WHOLLY GUACAMOLE!

LET’S TALK AVOCADO

Did you know that Avocados are filled with a bunch of good stuff including: Magnesium, Folic Acid, and Vitamin E?  And Yes the AVOCADO is HIGH in fat, but it does not matter because the fat it is high in is the good kind of fat like the type found in OLIVE OIL, therefore it is not a bad fat! Finally something with the word FAT that is not bad!

LET’S TALK GUAC – Not just any GUAC, let’s talk WHOLLY GUACAMOLE & WHOLLY SALSA

Did you know that Wholly Guacamole and Wholly Salsa do not contain allergens(see site for details)The products made by Wholly Guacamole and Wholly Salsa are NATURAL with no preservatives.  The products are GLUTEN free as well. Something great to know as well is if you buy a lot of packages at once(we do) you can freeze them for up to 3 months at a time! This is a great way to make sure you always have it on hand.  Remember, the products are all natural, no preservatives, gluten free, free of the big 8 allergens and kosher certified.

Each package is a POUCH and all you have to do is snip it and serve it.  You can place it in an unbreakable bowl and it is KID PROOF and KID EASY.  When we packed up to go to the pool we had the 100 Cal packs with us, and each person had their own.  The packs are adorable and so easy to transport.  Rather than cracking them open, I snipped the corner of each for each child and they simply squeezed it onto their chips, it was just so darn easy!

LET’S TALK ABOUT  HOW I USED THE GUACAMOLE AND SALSA :

I have been so busy eating guacamole and salsa on things I almost forgot to write and share.  Here are some ways I have eaten Guacamole and Salsa

I have use Guacamole on Fresh baked Potatoes and I add fresh tomatoes to this, it is really delicious.

I use Guacamole spread across a fresh ciabatta and I also scatter some fresh tomatoes across the top, it is truly satisfying.

My veggie burgers taste great with a bit of Guacamole spread across them rather than mayo.

Roasted Eggplant on the grill with fresh Guacamole smeared on it. Roasted Eggplant on the grill with fresh WHOLLY Classic Hot Salsa on it.

My husband enjoyed grilled Salmon with fresh Wholly Pineapple Salsa

Chunks of bread, dipped in fresh guacamole.

AN OVERVIEW OF WHAT I SAMPLED:

The Classic Hot Wholly Salsa was HOT but not FIRE! I enjoyed this on Beanfield’s Pico De Gallo Chips.  I also placed this on a Bean Taco that I made with lettuce and red onion, it was so good!

The Pineapple Wholly Salsa is excellent alone on chips or with a grilled seafood or pork.  We experimented with other meats but my husband liked the flavor best with seafood and pork, it really brought the flavor out and we added some mesquite wood to the mix making it really flavorful.

The one night we had a FIREPIT party with the kids and we enjoyed the Wholly Classic Guacamole with chips, hot dogs, and smore’s.  A perfect solution for a quick, impromptu party.  The effort was effortless, I just snipped the bag open and put it into a bowl. E-A-S-Y and no glass jars to break!

Wholly Guacamole Snack Packs that are only 100 calories and come in a box that holds 3-2oz packets, perfect for the lunch box or when you are running around with the kids!

I am sure you can see  that WHOLLY GUACAMOLE and WHOLLY SALSA are truly fresh and delicious and I’d like to give you the opportunity to win a sample pack similar to mine!

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