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As a child I was not big on sandwiches.... but things change! Now that I'm all grown up, I can really appreciate everything that a good sandwich brings to the table. The possibilities are truly endless! But one thing that every good sandwich needs is a condiment! Mustard, ketchup, Hellmann's Organic Mayonnaise or Eggless Spread... (hint, hint)! I mean, who wants to eat a dry sandwich? <-- wait, don't answer that! Hellmann's has been doing mayonnaise right for 100 years! And now they have added Organic Mayonnaise and Eggless Spread to their legacy.
Hellmann's Organic Mayonnaise is perfect for the sandwich lover who appreciates rich and creamy flavor, but also wants quality organic ingredients, like cage-free eggs, expeller-pressed oil, and no artificial flavors or preservatives. And this organic deliciousness comes in three varieties: Original, Roasted Garlic, and Spicy Chipotle.
And for the sandwich connoisseur who is in search of eggless options, due to dietary limitations, well Hellmann's has something for you too! Their new Carefully Crafted Eggless Spread is egg free and it is also free of artificial colors and flavors too! As if that's not enough, it's also GMO free as well!
Here are some recipes for your sandwich loving pleasure:
Both varieties are available in 15 & 24 oz jars,
In stores now.
For more recipe ideas visit Hellmanns.com (west of the Rocky Mountains) or Bestfoods.com (east of the Rocky Mountains).
I received coupons for free Oroweat Organic Bread to aid in the facilitation of this review. All views expressed are the honest opinion of Just Say I Told You So.
As a child I loved bread more than anything else. I loved eating it toasted and plain, with peanut butter or without, as a snack or an unofficial meal. I just really, really, loved bread! And while my love for bread has never gone away, I am a lot more conscious about the kind of bread I choose (although I still indulge on the not-so-good stuff on occasion). I recently had the pleasure of trying out Oroweat Organic Bread and I really like it! I have always enjoyed the taste and texture of their breads, but the Oroweat Organic Grains and Seeds bread is amazing!
I don't know if you've ever noticed, but sometimes organic breads come in smaller loaves, as in the width of the bread if considerably smaller than standard size. But not Oroweat Organic Bread, they give you a full-sized slice.... which makes it perfect for creating the Ultimate Sandwich! So I was pondering what kind of deliciousness I could come up with that would give this bread its do, and I came up with this:
The Bee's Knees Breakfast Sandwich Recipe
Ingredients: 2 slices of Oroweat Organic Grains and Seeds bread Butter (room temperature for spreading) Grated Parmesan cheese 1 egg (scrambled omelet style) 1 slice of provolone cheese 2 slices of tomato 3 Red onion rings (raw) 1/2 avocado Spinach Mustard Supplies: Baking sheet, omelet pan, and aluminum foil. Directions: Preheat oven to 350. Place a piece of aluminum foil on a baking sheet. Take two slices of Oroweat Organic Grains and Seeds bread, spread one side with butter (cover the entire slice). Place grated parmesan in a shallow plate or saucer (large enough to fit the entire slice of bread). Press the bread (butter side down) into the parmesan until the entire surface is covered. Place onto a baking sheet, parmesan side down. Repeat process with second slice. Now that both pieces of bread are on the baking sheet. Butter the topside of the bread lightly. Place in the oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until cheese is golden brown. While the bread is baking, prepare your egg. Beat the egg until thoroughly blended. Add salt + pepper (at your discretion). Pour egg mixture into heated omelet skillet. Flip the egg once it has cooked to your desire. Fold. Add a slice of provolone to the top once the omelet is cooked to your liking. Remove bread from oven. Allow to completely cool (if you take it off right away the parmesan will stick to the aluminum foil). Once cooled, spread mustard on the cheese-free side of the bread. Add spinach, tomatoes, onions, omelet, and avocado. Top with second slice of bread. Voilà! Breakfast is served...
This sandwich was much more delicious than I imagined it would be! Would you like to to make your own Ultimate Oroweat Organic Bread Sandwich? Of course you would... that's why I'm giving away coupons for a free loaf + a $25 Visa gift card to one lucky winner. Good luck! a Rafflecopter giveaway
I received a free product to aid in the facilitation of this review.
I have always loved Matcha. I love the creamy texture and rich flavor. I was thrilled when I got the opportunity to review Kiss Me Organics Matcha Green Tea Powder. I've been drinking Matcha mocha's for many years, just because I enjoyed the flavor. Little did I know, Matcha is not just delicious, it's also good for you!
Photo credit: Kiss Me Organics
Check out these Matcha perks:
Provides all-day energy
Boosts metabolism
Increases focus
Improves skin health
Does that sound like the fountain of youth or what?
I was so surprised to find all the delicious ways that Matcha can be added to my diet. The recipe ideas are surprising! Matcha waffles, Match Oreo Cheesecake, Jalapeno Macha Cornbread... and the list goes on and on.
My sister made this tasty Matcha Morning Smoothie:
Ingredients:
2 tsp - Matcha Green Tea Powder
4oz - Hot Water
2 cups - Almond Milk
1/2 cup - Carrot Juice
Broccoli
Banana
Frozen Mangos
Frozen Pineapples
1 tsp - Caro Syrup
Blend it all together for a glass of yummy Matcha goodness!
So you're probably wondering how you can have Kiss Me Organics in your life/kitchen... Well this fabulous product is sold exclusively on Amazon. Even better there is a 100% money back guarantee! If you're not completely satisfied with the product you can return it for a full refund within 30-days, no questions asked. Go forth and be energized! Get your Matcha Green Tea Powder today!!!
I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.
Over the past year, coconut oil has become a staple in my house. While I've heard so many good things about coconut oil and its multiple uses, I use it to make popcorn. That's right, I am a serious popcorn addict (I admit it) and I've found that coconut oil provides the best taste!
Made through a cold pressed production process (without heat)
While these things are great, let me give you a few examples of why you should add coconut oil to your diet (reasons you can wrap your head around):
No cholesterol or trans-fats
Can be used to remove eye make-up
Promotes heart health
Known to promote weight loss
I personally, think coconut oil is awesome. And I'm happy to report that the light and natural taste of Fresh Shores Extra Virgin Coconut Oil has passed my taste test.
Fresh Shores Extra Virgin Coconut Oil can be purchased on Mercola.com.
A free product was received to aid in the facilitation of this review. All views expressed are the honest opinion of Just Say I Told You So.
Did you know that bamboo isn't a tree? It's actually grass, which is why it grows so fast! Now that the world is finally recognizing the importance of reusable resources, bamboo is becoming increasingly popular.
Core Bamboo manufacturers "the world's finest" bamboo products. From bowls and cutting boards to spice racks and vases, they've got a bamboo solution to all your home needs.
Their products are high quality and because bamboo is "naturally anti-microbial," you will never have to worry about bacteria growth. Core Bamboo is not only an ethical and socially conscious company, but their bamboo is "100% organically grown." They pride themselves on the fact that all of their products meet FDA and European equivalent standards. Talking about going green is one thing, but being green is something else and the folks at Core Bamboo get it!
I have always loved bamboo products. I have been using a bamboo cutting board for years, but I have to be honest I was initially drawn to bamboo because I thought it was pretty and not because it was eco-friendly. Now I know that bamboo is not just beautiful, it is also stronger than Maple and lighter than Oak, it can grow up to 7 feet in four short years, and it regenerates itself.
Is it just me or does everyone want to make a salad whenever they see a bamboo bowl? Well Core Bamboo has a great selection of bowls and utensils to choose from. They even have salad hands, so you can toss your salad until your heart is content!
Core Bamboo Modern Round Bowl & Salad Hands
Buy it:
Visit the Core Bamboo website to see the full selection of products. You can also follow them on Twitter and Facebook too!
Win it:
If you're familiar with bamboo you know exactly how awesome it is. But if you're not, it's your lucky day! Core Bamboo is giving away a pair of Salad Hands to one lucky reader!
Mandatory:
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This giveaway is open to US residents only. Winner will be selected at random.org and will be notified via email. The winner will have 48 hours to reply. This giveaway is not affiliated with Facebook or Twitter. The product will be shipped directly from distributor. Giveaway will end on June 24th at 11:59 PST.
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I saw my very first coconut tree many years ago while on vacation in Jamaica. I was in awe of the beauty of these tropical palms. I also had a chance to try the water, milk, and flesh of coconut - right off the tree. Coconut was already one of my favorite things, but after that trip...I loved it even more.
Despite my up-close and personal experience with coconut in Jamaica, I'd never actually tried coconut oil. My mother raves about the skin and health benefits of coconut oil, so I was curious. When I received a jar of Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil to review, the smell immediately transported me back to the Caribbean!
After perusing the Tropical Tradition website for recipe ideas, I decided to make Hot Roasted Butternut Squash, can you say delicious??? I changed the recipe up a little bit, but the results were divine!
We also had a dinner party for my sister's birthday last week and coconut was the theme ingredient. We used coconut oil in Coconut Rice, Coconut Cream Spinach, and in Honey Glazed Green Beans. The entire meal was magical (I didn't think to take a photo, sorry about that).
I could never have imagined that coconut oil could be so very versatile. I have even used it as a skin moisturizer and let me tell you little goes a very long way!
Here are a few fact about Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil:
USDA Certified Organic
100% unrefined
Made from fresh coconuts (not dried)
Completely handmade
Contains no trans fats
Contains the full scent and taste of coconut
My favorite thing about Tropical Traditions is that the products are handmade, using coconut oil making methods that have been passed down for generations. This is a product that I will be keeping in my pantry from now on.
Buy it:
You can purchase several different varieties of coconut oil on the Tropical Tradition website.
Win it: *Required* Subscribe to the Tropical Traditions newsletter (click here) and then leave me a comment with your name and email address.
Bonus entries (leave a separate comment for each including your name and email address):
(1) Follow Tropical Traditions on twitter @troptraditions
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(1) Follow Just Say I Told You So on Pinterest This giveaway is open to US Residents only. The winner will be selected by random.org. Winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to respond (or another winner will be selected). Giveaway ends at 11:59PST on May 19, 2012.
Tropical Traditions provided me with a free sample of this product to review, and I was under no obligation to review it if I so chose. Nor was I under any obligation to write a positive review or sponsor a product giveaway in return for the free product. The views expressed are the opinion of Just Say I Told You So.
I don't know what is more brutal the Summer heat or the dryness that comes from Autumn and Winter. Either way, my lips take a beating! I am always looking for a long lasting lip balm to give my lips the moisture they crave. Ladybug Jane has now become one of my favs!
Ladybug Jane lip balms are not only organic, but they are also 100% natural. That's right I said 100%! They use fine ingredients like organic avocado oil, and organic coco butter. You want to know my favorite thing about Ladybug Jane lip balm?? They taste great too, they use organic Stevia to make them sweet, without adding calories. No dyes or artificial colors, non-toxic, eco-friendly packaging, vegan certified, the list goes on and on. This stuff is awesome!
There are six delicious flavors to choose from:
Vanilla Cupcake
Crazy Coconut
Groovy Grape
Wacky Watermelon
Sweet Strawberry
Bursting Berry
Ladybug Jane has been kind enough to offer a giveaway! One lucky reader will win, not one...but twoflavor balms!
Here's what you have to do to do to get your lips lubed up with Ladybug Jane lip balm:
I was given a free sample of Ladybug Jane Lip Balm. I was not required to write a positive review, the views expressed are the opinion of Just Say I Told You So!
No matter what time of year it is, the weather can be harsh on your lips. The winter cold dries them out and the summer heat does the same. I am always on the lookout for a good lip balm, something that will moisturize without feeling waxy. I think I've finally found what I've been looking for!
Eco Lip lip balm is not only organic, but its environmentally friendly too! Even more than that Eco Lip balm moisturizes better than any lip balm I've ever tried. After applying Eco Lips I have not been tempted to lick my lips, not even once!
I have been using the Lavender Lemon Calming Balm before bed time, the scent is heavenly and my lips stay soft and supple all night long.
Eco Lips is not just for grown ups, they have great kid-friendly balms as well. They have partnered together with Honest Tea® to create: Honest Kids Goodness Grapeness, Tropical Tango Punch, and Berry Berry Good Lemonade. The Honest Kids line is USDA Certified Organic - now that's impressive!
Eco Lips has something for everyone. If you are constantly on the run and need a little boost, they've got Eco Lips Energy, which is infused with caffeine, green tea, and vitamin B12. It's like an energy drink, for your lips!
Eco Lips has been kind enough to offer one Eco Lips Gold Balm on a Eco Clip to one lucky winner!
Mandatory entry: "Follow" Eco Lips on Twitter or "Like" Eco Lips on Facebook and leave a comment below (including your email address). You must include your twitter and facebook name for verification purposes.
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This giveaway is open to US and Canadian residents only. The winner will be chosen by random.org. The winner will be contacted via email and must respond within 48 hours or a new winner will be selected. Giveaway ends on September 10th at 11:59 PST
I received free Eco Lips samples. I was not required to write a positive review, this is solely the opinion of Just Say I Told You So!
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