Planters Trail Mix Promotes Great Outdoors Month

About the Nuts

In honor of the Presidential call to get outdoors, I thought it would be interesting to round up the best snacks to bring along on your outdoor adventure!


Proclaimed by the White House, Great Outdoors Month encourages all Americans to explore the great outdoors. Of course, it’s important to stay full with wholesome snacks on the trail. lanters has recently introduced two new trail mix products – Alaskan Wilderness Trail Mix and Appalachian Blend Trail Mix – both of which contain natural, wholesome ingredients to keep hikers and campers energized and ready to explore the great outdoors.

Planters Appalachian Blend Trail Mix      Inspired by the natural splendor and delights along the historic trail that winds its way from Georgia to Maine, this delicious blend of roasted Virginia peanuts, maple-hinted almonds, tangy cranberries and sweet blueberries is packed with wholesome ingredients.  Each serving provides you with on-the-go energy, wherever your everyday trails take you!Nutrition Profile [per 3 tbsp (28g) serving]·140 calories
9 grams total fat (1 gram saturated fat, 0 grams     trans fat, 3 grams polyunsaturated fat, 5 grams monounsaturated fat)


Planters Alaskan Wilderness Trail Mix From the natural berries and fruit that grow in the wilderness, we’ve crafted a delicious mix of wholesome ingredients, combining sweet blueberries and raspberries, honey roasted peanuts, crunchy almonds and granola clusters.  Each serving provides you with on-the-go energy to enjoy the flavors of the great outdoors, whether you’re outdoors or not!
[per 3 Tbsp (28g) serving]
130 calories
4 grams protein
65 mg sodium
No cholesterol
8 grams total fat (1 gram saturated fat, 0 grams trans fat, 2.5 grams polyunsaturated fat, 4 grams monounsaturated fat) 

My Take on the Products
I was quite impressed with this snack mix. Full of great energy boosting items, this mix provides the perfect pick-me-up whether you are out on the trail, or sitting in your office. I particularly enjoyed the dried fruit that was in the mix, as I am always interested in being health with fruits. In saying this though the nuts were great as usual!

So if you are looking for some great snack mixes that are healthy and filling, look no further than these mixes. Overall, these mixes take snack mix to the next level. With a combination of health and flavor, how could you go wrong?

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1-800 Baskets Gives Dads Something even Better Than Flowers!

About the Basket

1800Baskets.com Exclusive! Fire up the grill with this big grill-inspired gift box filled with the finest bbq fare around. They'll flip over the Jim Beam® Spicy Bourbon BBQ Rub, Steven Raichlen® BBQ Rub, Robert Rothschild® Onion Horseradish Dip, Crisp Red Tortilla Chips, Smoky Cheese and more. It even includes the tools of the trade: a red silicone basting brush, cutting board, a classic red and white bbq hand towel and an oven mitt – everything they need to celebrate in a truly tasteful, gourmet way.

• Jim Beam® Spicy Bourbon BBQ Rub
• Steven Raichlen® BBQ Rub
• Robert Rothschild® Onion Horseradish Dip
• Crisp Red Tortilla Chips
• Smoky Cheese Hamburger Look Alike Decorated Sugar Cookie
• Popchips® BBQ Potato Chips
• Sonoma Jack’s® Sonoma Cheese Round
• Beef Salami
• 10Hx8 ½”Wx15”L

My Take on the Gift BasketI was amazed at how well this basket was put together. I loved the Grill Box that it came in, it looks and seems to be an actual grill, without the charcoal or propane needed! The products in the basket were of high quality and all of the products seemed to be never-ending. I decided to try out the Jim Beam Rub and the flavor you get from this rub was remarkable and if this was anything like the rest of the seasoning, BBQ sauce or other items, I know that I am in for a treat.

If you are looking for a unique gift for fathers day, check out 1800baskets.com and see what kinds of gifts might make your own fathers day list. Once you identify them, come back and let all of the readers know!

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Promax Bars Offers Great Taste and Energy

Promax packs its lower sugar energy bars with 18 grams of replenishing protein, all natural ingredients, 14 grams of fiber, and great tasting flavors. Promax LS contains 40% less sugar than leading regular energy bars. That’s 9 grams sugar versus 15-21 grams in leading regular energy bars. Promax LS is also the first leading protein bar naturally sweetened with stevia, a plant with leaves that are up to 45 times sweeter than sugar and zero calories.

No artificial sweeteners, preservatives, high fructose corn syrup, trans fats, maltitol, or gelatin. Gluten-free, kosher, and vegetarian. Since 1996 Promax is the fuel for doing.

WHY IT'S GOOD:

• Only 9 grams of Sugar
• 14 grams of Fiber
• 18 grams of Muscle Building Protein
• Promax Protein Blend
• All Natural Ingredients
• 18 Vitamins, Minerals, & Antioxidants
• Certified kosher
• Gluten free

What makes Promax LS bars unique?

Unlike some other lower sugar protein bars that use maltitol (a sugar alcohol that can upset your stomach), artificial sweeteners (like sucralose), and incomplete proteins from animal bi-products (like gelatin), Promax LS provides an all natural lower sugar protein bar. 

PromaxLS has 18 grams of complete, high quality protein, only 9 grams of sugar, is an excellent source of fiber, and contains stevia, an all natural non-nutritive sweetener. Promax LS is also gluten free, vegetarian, and contains no artificial sweeteners or animal bi-products.

What is stevia?

Stevia is a plant (specifically, a member of the chrysanthemum family) native to portions of northeastern Paraguay. Its leaves contain glycosides which account for its incredible sweetness, and have been used to sweeten foods and beverages for more than 200 years.

Stevia is used in PromaxLS as an all natural non-nutritive sweetener to make the bar taste great while containing only 9 grams of sugar. It is a natural alternative to artificial sweeteners like sucralose, saccharin, and aspartame.

What is soluble corn fiber?

The soluble corn fiber used in Promax LS is a natural fiber that is well tolerated, has a low glycemic response, and is used to replace sweeteners such as corn syrup or sugar, with only half of the calories.
Soluble corn fiber is also an excellent source of dietary fiber and offers the health benefit of being prebiotic. A prebiotic feeds and stimulates the growth and metabolism of good bacteria aiding digestion and supporting the body’s immune system.

Why do the ingredients matter?

PromaxLS (lower sugar bar) ingredients were selected to work in conjunction with one another. While together they elicit a low glycemic response, there are sufficient carbohydrates to help transport the proteins into the body’s cells.

The fiber complements the reduced sugar and a significant amount of protein to help produce lasting satiety. Soluble corn fiber has been shown to be well tolerated, helping to prevent gastric distress.

I AM THE NEXT DOER: The Promax Build Your Own Ad Contest 2011

NAME

I Am The Next DOer, The Promax Build Your Own Ad Contest

TIMING

Submission period to run May 2 – June 30, 2011 and the top 20 will be selected and a community voting period will take place from July 11 – 25, 2011. The winner will be announced in August 2011.

HOW TO ENTER

Go to www.facebook.com/promaxnutrition and Promax fans can build their own ad on “THE NEXT DOer” tab. Entries will post on the Promax website where the users are able to comment and share links with friends through Facebook/Twitter. The entries are available for public viewing here www.promaxnutrition.com/iamthenextdoer.

After June 30, 2011, Promax will have an expert panel of judges select the top 20 entries. The DOer Contest winner will be selected by an online poll that lives on the Promax website and features the top 20 entries. Voting will take place July 11-25, 2011.

APP DETAILS

To submit an ad, users must upload an action photo of them and fill in the blanks (in a mad-lib format) for their “run-on” sentence to be populated into an ad.

PRIZES

The winner will be featured in the 2012 “DOer” campaign and will win a 6-day action pack adventure weekend for two to Kauai, Hawaii. The winner will also receive a year’s supply of Promax bars.

My Take on the Bars


I have not eaten many protein bars in the past so I cannot share my thoughts on whether these bars taste better than others, but I will say that these bars were good tasting. Not too sweet and they did provide a kick of energy. Because I have not eaten a ton of these in the past, the flavor and texture was something that I was not used to at first. Thus my first bite was a bit chalky, but then as I ate more, my mouth did get more used to the taste and I did end up liking the flavor all-together.

I was surprised at looking out on the web to the number of different flavors that are available for people here. I can see these bars being a great pick-me-up during the day, snack after work or working out.

So, all-in-all, these were good, and will definitely give you a pick-me-up. Talking to people that eat these more often, I was told that you do have to try different varieties as every person has differing tastes and some do taste better than others!

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Book Review - 125 Best Blender Recipes Bookazine

About the BookazineHearst Magazines announced recently the release of 125 Best Blender Recipes, a special 116-page bookazine filled with quick and easy ideas for hot weather staples, from fresh smoothies and shakes to cool and creamy desserts to blended cocktails, all from the editors of Good Housekeeping, Redbook, and Country Living.  The summer will be a lot cooler with recipes for refreshing smoothies like the Blueberry Blast (pg 19), cocktails including the Miami Mojito (pg. 29) and Mango Margarita (pg. 23), and desserts like Watermelon Granita (pg. 94).  Now on newsstands nationwide, 125 Best Blender Recipes is $9.99.

125 Best Blender Recipes also includes recipes for speedy hors d’oeuvres, light entrées and no-stress party menus, complete with entertaining tips, plus a blender buying guide. A detailed recipe index divides dishes by category, with appetizers like Speedy Hummus (pg. 39) and Arugula Pizza (pg. 36), salads such as the Mediterranean Shrimp Caesar Salad (pg. 55), soups like the Chilled Cucumber-Melon (pg. 57) and entrées including Chicken Tostadas with Avocado Sauce (pg. 78) and Whole Wheat Rotini with Walnut Pesto (pg. 77), making it easy to plan new meal ideas and party menus.

About Hearst Magazines

Hearst Magazines is a unit of Hearst Corporation (www.hearst.com), one of the nation's largest diversified communications companies with interests in magazines, newspapers, digital media, business media and television. Hearst Magazines publishes nearly 200 editions around the world, including 14 U.S. titles and 20 magazines in the United Kingdom, published through its wholly owned subsidiary, The National Magazine Company Limited. Hearst Magazines is a leading publisher of monthly magazines in the U.S. in terms of total circulation (ABC June 2010) and reaches 73 million adults (Fall 2010 MRI).

My Take on the BookazineThis bookazine was so complete, and the recipes were amazing. I have been making smoothies for myself through using fresh fruit lately, but this guide gave me so many more ideas for how I could use my blender to make even more delectable things. All I can say is that if think that a blender is only for making drinks, think again, this bookazine will set you straight and provide you with a ton of great ideas on how you can turn your blender into something that can transform the way you eat!

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Book Review - A Tuscan-American Kitchen

About the Book

Featuring the foods and customs of two families whose roots are planted in the Tuscan hills, this comprehensive presentation of the cuisine of Northern Italy includes nearly three hundred kitchen-tested recipes. Covering every aspect of the Tuscan kitchen from appetizers through dessert, the recipes feature breads; fish and game dishes; meat, lamb, and veal offerings; omelets; pastas (from stuffed varieties to polenta); poultry; rice; salads; snacks; sauces; soups; and vegetables. An entire chapter focusing on pork preparations includes some of the books showcase recipes, such as porchetta, and outstanding salami, prosciutto, and blood pudding.

 

Far beyond simple recipes, the book includes an examination of the differences in regional cooking in Italy and how these differences have been adapted in America. Using Tuscan proverbs and traditions as a base, the authors delve deep into Tuscan holidays and the people’s relationship to their land and the climate. Five essays accompanying the recipes further illuminate the routines and rituals throughout the Tuscan year, immigrant stories, how to shop Italian, and country-style cooking. Useful illustrations, ranging from step-by-step instructions for stuffing an artichoke and making cannelloni to making homemade wine and identifying dozens of different types of pasta, add a further dimension of experience to the volume.

 

About the Authors

A third-generation Italian American, Cassandra Vivian is a retired historian, columnist, public relations consultant, entrepreneur, and English instructor. The author of nearly twenty books, Vivian has received awards from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, the NAACP, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, and Outstanding Young Women of America. She lives in Mt. Pleasant, Pennsylvania.

 

Vivian Pelini Sansone is the daughter of Italian immigrants. Her mother instilled in her a love of cooking, and Sansone has always enjoyed perfecting new recipes and old standbys, much to the joy of her family. Now retired, she worked for Bell Telephone Company for more than thirty years. She lives in New Castle, Pennsylvania.

My Take on the BookThis book was first published in 1993 under the name of IMMIGRANTS KITCHEN: ITALIAN

The authors made changes. They updated the ingredients and methods. A distinction has been made between Tuscan cooking and cooking in other Italian regions.

The introduction written was helpful in understanding the various regions of Italy and the different cultures in methods and foods used in cooking.

The authors wrote a detailed history of their family. You will find it not only interesting but maybe your ancestors had similar stories to tell.

My grandparents were immigrants from Sicily, Italy. I have heard stories about the family get togethers, food cooked and customs.

This book was a look back into a time in the authors' past and made me eager to try the recipes. They are recipes that are still alive not only in American but in Tuscany too.

Here are a few of the recipes I used:

The first one I made was the Boiled Potato with Parsley Salad. Variations to the recipe included adding garlic, fresh vegetables like tomato,  cucumber, peppers, beans or olives. I made the salad for our family church picnic. The bowl was empty when I left. I loved the vinegar and oil dressing on the salad. It added to the freshness of the vegetables I used.

The second recipe I  was the polenta. I made the polenta and let it harden in a rectangular pan in the refrigerator overnight. I made the meat sauce in the book which I used the next day on the warmed up polenta which had been cut  into rectangles. This was another delicious combination and a nice change from pasta and meat sauce.

The recipe choices range from appetizers through vegetables ( in alphabetical order). You will not be disappointed in this story book and cook book. The ingredients can be easily found in your grocery store. All you need to do is add your time and your love!

BUON APPETITO!!!

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Sunsweet D'Lightful, D'Licious, D'Noir Prunes

Sunsweet Growers has been working hand-in-hand with nature for nearly 100 years to perfect the art of prune making and is now introducing its newest plum creation, a true prune masterpiece: D’Lightful, D’Licious, D’Noir Prunes – only from Sunsweet!  Not only are these the juiciest, best-tasting prunes of their kind, but they’re free of preservatives and full of all the whole fruit antioxidants and all-natural fiber and potassium that make prunes the ultimate Super Fruit they are.  This masterpiece not only has prune lovers talking, but it’s even changing the minds of the prune skeptics as well!  That’s why Sunsweet Growers wants to Dare the Family Review Network to D’Noir!
 
In celebration of D’Noir, Sunsweet recently launched the “Dare to D’Noir Challenge,” a Facebook-based video contest challenging prune lovers and prune skeptics alike to Dare to D’Noir and upload videos sharing what they think about the new product from now through June 17.  Five finalists will be selected and put to a public vote for a chance to win the grand prize of $5,000.

We’d love to provide bloggers within the Family Review Network with a sample of Sunsweet’s D’Noir Prunes for review on their blogs.  And, of course, if anyone feels so inclined, we enthusiastically encourage you upload a video of yourself/your kids/your friends daring to D’Noir for the first time for a chance to win $5,000!

For more information about the Dare to D’Noir Challenge, visit http://www.SunsweetDnoir.com or http://www.facebook.com/SunsweetGrowers.

 My Take on the Product
Naturally sweet, full of fiber and great tasting these prunes will make you ask for seconds. I was impressed with the overall flavor and at how filling they were. You only need to eat a few to feel satisfactorily full...unlike many snack foods. I think that prunes sometimes get a bad wrap, but they truly are delicious and I would definitely highly recommend them for anyone in the family. I mean, who can argue with great tasting and healthy?

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Book Review - What's Eating Your Child?

About the Book
If you could quickly and effectively cure your child’s ear infection, moodiness, or frequent colds with food instead of drugs, which option would you choose? In WHAT’S EATING YOUR CHILD? leading nutritionist Kelly Dorfman empowers parents to become Nutrition Detectives by revealing simple ways to uncover the clues behind a child’s health problems and find an accurate, nutritional treatment¾immediately.
 
Refreshingly different from ordinary nutrition books, WHAT’S EATING YOUR CHILD? pairs practical, scientifically-supported advice with fascinating case studies that read like medical mysteries. Here, you’ll meet the toddler whose violent mood swings and frequent colds disappeared after dairy was removed from his diet, the 8-year-old whose persistent rash was cured by a fish oil supplement, the tiny adolescent who rapidly shot up from the bottom growth percentile after taking zinc, and many other incredible stories.
 
The many ailments that can be improved through proper nutrition include:

• Aggression w Allergies w Anxiety w Bad breath w Behavioral issues w Bloating w Clumsiness w Colic 
• Constipation w Depression w Developmental delays w Diarrhea w Ear infections w Eating disorders
  
• Failure to thrive w Frequent illness w Hives, rashes, and eczema w Hoarse voice w Insomnia w Joint pain
  
• Learning disabilities w Moodiness and temper tantrums w Night terrors w Over-tiredness w Seizures
  
• Sinus infections w Small stature w Speech delays w Tummy aches and vomiting

 

Kelly Dorfman, MS, LND is a leading nutritionist with twenty-nine years of clinical experience and a mother of three. Her specialty is developing nutrition and lifestyle strategies to address complex health problems from autism to bone loss to rare genetic disorders. Physicians and other medical professionals refer cases to her for insight when traditional methods do not attain optimal results.
 
15-city author book tour: http://bit.ly/mprjsj
Atlanta w Baltimore  w Boulder/Denver w Chicago w Dallas w Grand Rapids w Milwaukee w New York w Phoenix w Portland w San Diego w Santa Barbara  w San Francisco/Oakland w Seattle w Washington, DC
 
Author video: http://bit.ly/hEvrnX
Author website: www.kellydorfman.com
Book website: www.whatseatingyourchild.com

Kelly Dorfman Interview

My Take on the Book
This book takes complex information for parents and makes it simple. The author does an amazing job at helping parents understand what their child should be eating and how this good food and other foods impact the body. Though I think of myself as health conscious, I learned a lot in this book and I know that other parents will as well! The book was easy to read and to understand and I loved the fact that the author used real life examples within the book to solidify her points.

This is a perfect book for any parent or for anyone that works with, or has children around them in their life. You will learn so much by reading this book!

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Wheat Thins Crunch Stix Make For Great Snacking

About the New Product
New WHEAT THINS Crunch Stix — it’s wholesome goodness that’s irresistibly delicious. Made with 11g of whole grain per serving and a new shape, it packs a powerfully satisfying crunch in every bite. Available in Honey Wheat, Chipotle Pepper and Cinnamon Kick or Fire Roasted Tomato flavors. Dive in. Crunch out.

Nutrition:Wheat Thins Crunch Stix Honey Wheat

Serving Size: About 14 stix
Calories: 130
Total Fat: 4 g
Sat Fat: 0.5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 150 mg
Potassium: 60 mg
Total Carbohydrates: 22 g
Dietary Fiber: 2 g
Sugars 5 g
Protein: 2 g

My Take on the New Product
My family and I have been a fan of wheat thins for some time. I think that I have probably tried all of the varieties up to now and I have liked most of them in the past. Thus, I was excited to try out these new Stix. I was given the opportunity to try the Chipotle Pepper and Cinnamon Kick varieties. 


My first impressions were that they had great flavor. For both of the varieties that I tried, they both had a bit of bite to them (which I love). I found that though the serving size was 14, that it was hard to stop snacking, so definitely beware. 


One thing that I did have a challenge with was the box itself. I was a bit perplexed by why they decided to change the box to the odd shape that these snacks are in. You are supposed to be able to open the box by simply pressing in on the sides. I did not find this to be true. Instead, I ended up having to open it the regular way, but then the box would not close the way it should. I may have opened it incorrectly, but when I had issues with both boxes, I don't think this was the case.


This being said, I still have to say that the snacks were good, and that everyone in the family enjoyed it. Even with the extra spice, the kids liked it and asked for more when I gave them some. To me this is one of the best barometers on whether I will purchase them again!

From what I tasted and from what I saw of my kids enjoying what they were eating, I will be searching out these snacks again soon!



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It's Grilling Time! Stepping Up For a Challenge...

I was recently challenged to go to Sams Club and shop for supplies to grill something amazing in preparation for Easter. Yes, I said Easter, and yes you can grill your meal on Easter. You don't have to simply use your oven! Anyway, I scoured my books and recipes and found an amazing looking pork tenderloin recipe that I knew would be perfect. The one that I found was called: Disappearing Tenderloin. Yes, this name sounded very promising, as with having two little divas with tastes that vary, I wanted something that would disappear from their plates. The recipe was found in the [amazon_link id="0811831973" target="_blank" ]Big Weber's Grilling Cookbook [/amazon_link]-a cookbook I highly recommend!

The recipe include the following:

CookingHeat Instruction - Cook With Indirect Heat on Medium

FOR THE MARINADE:
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon molasses
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 pork tenderloin, about 1 pound each

FOR THE RUB:
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic

FOR THE PICO DE GALLO:
2 cups finely chopped ripe tomatoes
1 cup finely diced red onions
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 to 2 teaspoons minced serrano chiles, including seeds
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Extra-virgin olive oil

TO MAKE THE MARINADE: In a small bowl whisk together the marinade ingredients.

Trim any excess fat and silver skin from the tenderloins. Place the tenderloins in a large resealable plastic bag and add the marinade. Press the air out of the bag and seal tightly. Turn the bag to distribute the marinade, place in a bowl, and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours, turning occasionally.

TO MAKE THE RUB: In a small bowl combine the rub ingredients.

TO MAKE THE PICO DE GALLO: In a medium bowl combine the pico de gallo ingredients and mix thoroughly. Cover with plastic wrap and allow to stand at room temperature for about 1 hour to fully incorporate the flavors.

Remove the tenderloins from the bag and discard the marinade. Coat evenly with the rub and lightly brush or spray with olive oil. Allow to stand at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes before grilling.

Grill over Indirect Medium heat until the centers are barely pink and the internal temperature reaches 155°F, 25 to 30 minutes, turning once halfway through grilling time. Remove from the grill, loosely cover with foil, and allow to rest for 3 to 5 minutes before cutting in thin slices on the bias. Serve warm with the pico de gallo.

From [amazon_link id="0811831973" target="_blank" ]Weber’s Big Book of Grilling[/amazon_link]. Copyright © 2001 Weber-Stephen Products Co. All rights reserved. First published by Chronicle Books LLC, San Francisco, California.

Back to my experience, this was a multi-step recipe and I am more of a one step kind-of-guy, but I tell you this was fun. I did document my experience at my local Sams Club below and I hope you will go and check it out.

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I have to say that I was amazed at the variety that Sams Club provides its members. It had been a little bit of time since the last time I was at my local Sams Club, and in going this past week I was happy to find that the idea of providing bulk amounts for reasonable prices has continued in earnest.

I was happy to find some very good deals for people preparing for Easter including:

• Kingsford® Original Charcoal ($16.68) – Lights easier and burns longer with Sure Fire Grooves®. Ready in about 15 mins
• KC Masterpiece® Barbeque Sauce ($5.98 for two)
• Greek Orzo Pasta ($4.38 per pound) – Made fresh daily
• Delmonte® Corn ($5.58 for 8) – Perfect side dish
• 3-Gallon Beverage Dispenser with Removable Ice Core and Infuser ($19.88) – Ice core is great for keeping beverage cool while infuser can be used for adding flavor
• Easter Lilly ($16.88) –Traditional Easter plant with fragrant white trumpet flowers
• Porcelain Platter and Oval Bowls Set ($19.98) – Beautiful for entertaining, yet durable for everyday use

There were a ton of other great deals (some of which I used myself). What I am getting at here is that if you are not a member of Sams Club, or you haven't been there for a while, you should go and check it out as you may be pleasantly surprised, like I was, at the breadth and depth of what they have to offer customers!

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Book Review - Polish Classic Recipes

About the Book

Hospitality and hearty food are the hallmarks of the Polish dining experience. This classic and concise cookbook features dozens of favorite Polish dishes showcasing a variety of flavors, preparation techniques, and ingredient selections. With titles given in both Polish and English, recipes range from cucumber salad and beet soup to pork cutlets and potato pancakes. A chapter devoted to pierogi presents the dumplings with an assortment of fillings, and the final chapter of sweets tops off any meal in true Polish fashion. Like all the books in Pelican's Classic Recipe Series, the entries in this collection were carefully selected to provide a cross section of memorable and authentic dishes. Organized by course, the offerings range from appetizers and salads to sides and sweets, featuring the most iconic and national of dishes--Hunter's Stew and Barszcz--alongside simple comfort food and a handful of desserts, including honey cake, poppy seed rolls, and chocolate mazurka.

Designed for the modern kitchen yet retaining traditional roots, each heritage recipe has been tested to perfection. Accompanied by notes on Polish holiday customs, history, and menu pairing suggestions, these dishes offer a flavorful sample of the Polish dining experience, as passed down from generation to generation.

About the Author

Laura and Peter Zeranski are a husband-and-wife team who have been cooking and eating classic Polish food together for decades. Peter Zeranski was born in Europe to Polish parents. He is a retired marketing professional. His family's love for Polish cuisine and traditions is showcased in The Art of Polish Cooking, the critically acclaimed cookbook his mother Alina Zeranska wrote in 1968. Laura Zeranski learned to cook Polish dishes from her mother-in-law and began preparing Sunday family dinners and special holiday celebratory meals. Laura is a retired health records administrator who has consulted with clients throughout the United States, Canada, New Zealand, and Australia. The couple resides in Alexandria, Virginia.

My Take on the Book
My wife is half polish and she enjoys sharing her family's culture and food with our family as she can. One of our favorite family meals are pierogi's. When I was asked to check out this book I knew that she would be excited to try out some of the recipes. When she went through the book I was not disappointed. Her eyes lit up and she was immediately drawn to some of the recipes she remembered her Grandmother making. She was very excited to see Angel Wing Crisps as they were one of her favorite memories of her Grandmother growing up. She immediately wanted to try them out, and let me tell you... though they are not healthy, they are delicious.

So if you are polish, or simply love polish food, this book has a great variety of traditional recipes that are easy to make and delicious, check this book out today!

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