March is Peanut Butter Lovers Month #HormelFamily

Disclosure: I’ve partnered with Hormel Foods as part of the Hormel Foods Extended Family Blogger Program. Throughout the year I’ll be receiving product, coupons, giveaways and promotions. However, no payment was given or expected for posting about the program, and as always, all opinions given here are fully my own.

March is National Peanut month and National Peanut Butter Lovers month. It’s the perfect time to celebrate with a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.  On average a person will consume 6 pounds of peanut and peanut butter products a year.

There are so many different options to spice up your peanut butter now.  My daughters new favorite sandwich is a chocolate peanut butter and jelly, or just the chocolate peanut butter sandwich.

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Skippy Peanut Butter now offers Chocolate flavored peanut butter .  Along with just making sandwiches, there are a variety of other great recipes to make with peanut butter. Some of my favorite are

Gooey Peanut Butter S’more brownies, PB &J Pitas and the Tic Tac Toe sandwhich. You can get these recipes and more at Skippy’s Recipes site.

What’s your favorite way to enjoy peanut butter.

Save Time In The Morning With Hormel Compleats #HormelFamily

Disclosure: I’ve partnered with Hormel Foods as part of the Hormel Foods Extended Family Blogger Program. Throughout the year I’ll be receiving product, coupons, giveaways and promotions. However, no payment was given or expected for posting about the program, and as always, all opinions given here are fully my own.

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Our mornings are very hectic at home, specially on school mornings. I usually end up skipping breakfast  and my kids usually just eat cereal since it is easy and quick.   It gets kind of boring though day after day.

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, I introduced my kids to Hormel Completes breakfast and they loved it.

Hormel Compleats is now available for breakfast.   Ready in just 60 seconds, select varieties of these convenient meals are made with real eggs and contain 17-21 grams of protein.

Varieties include:

  • Bacon breakfast scramble
  • Sausage breakfast scramble
  • Sausage gravy and roasted potatoes
  • Apple cinnamon oatmeal

** My kids liked the new Hormel Compleats, they said it tastes like it was just cooked.   I love it because it’s so easy to use, just pop it in the microwave for 1 minute and you have breakfast.

What will you do with the extra time you’ll have in the morning, if breakfast is already made?

New Hormel Foods and Great Snack Options #HormelFamily

Disclosure: I’ve partnered with Hormel Foods as part of the Hormel Foods Extended Family Blogger Program. Throughout the year I’ll be receiving product, coupons, giveaways and promotions. However, no payment was given or expected for posting about the program, and as always, all opinions given here are fully my own.

Hormel is introducing a few new products beginning in 2014. The new offering are spins on some of there old favorites.

New Hormel Black Label Thick Cut Bacon: Hormel has added 3 new varieties to their line. Cherrywood, Pecanwood and Brown Sugar.

Hormel Gatherings: Ready to host a party? Hormel Foods launched the Gatherings line featuring dips. Varieties include Chili Cheese. Buffalo Style Chicken Dip, Bacon Spinach and Artichoke dip, and party trays complete with premium meats and cheeses.

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**We tried the Cherrywood bacon and it was so tasty, my kids want to buy it all the time.

This past week we have been on break, and the kids have been home for lunch. They get antsy sometimes with the same lunch routine, or ask for snacks throughout the day. So I have introduced them to some better for you snacks with Hormel.
Two of their favorite snacks that I always have on hand are Hormel pepperoni stix’s and Hormel Rev Wraps. The Rev wraps and pepperoni stix’s are perfect little snacks that are easy to take and go. When we have a busy day of errands ahead, I usually pack small lunchbox full of them.

What is your favorite snack or food to run and go with?

Leigh Anne Tuohy’s Big Game Entertaining Tips #HormelFamily

Disclosure: I’ve partnered with Hormel Foods as part of the Hormel Foods Extended Family Blogger Program. Throughout the year I’ll be receiving product, coupons, giveaways and promotions. However, no payment was given or expected for posting about the program, and as always, all opinions given here are fully my own.

The Superbowl is taking place on February 2, 2014 and I have been writing a lot about my favorite snacks and foods for the big game. Hormel has shared some of Leigh Anne Tuohy’s entertainment tips for the big day. Leigh Anne Tuohy is a football and entertaining expert, she was also the inspiration behind the hit film “The Blind Side”.

Here are her top 5 tips:

  1. Always smile. Don’t let your guests know you are stressed-bring a smile and remember it’s not what you do for someone, it’s what they think you do for them.
  2. Delegate! People are always asking how they can help, so give everyone something to do.   Even if it is something as simple as pouring the wine or putting napkins on the table, it’s one less thing for you to worry about.
  3. Tailgating means potluck in the south. Le everyone bring something-but have some guidelines. Create a theme for your party.  It gives people the opportunity to be creative and lightens the load on you.
  4. Don’t sweat the small stuff. My mother always taught me if you have friends, great lighting, and good music then you have a party. Use old Christmas lights for lighting, plug in your iPhone for instant music, and use cut flowers from your backyard for decoration.  You will be amazed how pretty it looks and how simple it can be.
  5.  Plan ahead. Do what you can the night before. Have everything in containers and ready to go-you mayor always have much time to prepare before a game, and you want to enjoy as much time with friends and family.

Leigh Anne Tuohy has put together some of her game day favorites for the big game.

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Spicy Chili Dip

  • 1 (16-ounce) package pasteurized processed cheese product
  • 1 (16-ounce) jar Chi-Chi’s salsa
  • 1 (15-ounce) can Hormel Chili No Beans
  • 1 (12-ounce) package Hormel Little Sizzlers pork sausage links, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • Tortilla chips

In saucepan over low heat, combine processed cheese and salsa.  Heat and stir until cheese is melted.  Add chili, cooked sausage and cream cheese. Heat thoroughly.  Serve in slow cooker with tortilla chips. Serves 16.

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Ham It Up:
2 (12-ounce) packages dinner rolls
1 cup butter, softened
1 onion, grated
3 tablespoons poppy seeds
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard or 1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 (8-ounce) packages Hormel Natural Choice cooked deli ham
12 slices Swiss cheese

Heat oven to 350°F. Slice each package of dinner rolls horizontally in half. In bowl, combine butter, onion, poppy seeds, mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Spread mixture over bottom of rolls. Top with ham and cheese slices. Cover with top of rolls. Wrap in foil and place on baking sheet. Bake 20 to 30 minutes or until hot and cheese is melted. Serves 12.

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Cheesy Loaf:
1 (16-ounce) loaf French bread
2 cups grated Cheddar cheese
2 cups chopped Hormel Cure 81chopped ham
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1/3 cup chopped green onions
¼ cup Chi-Chi’s diced green chilies

Heat oven to 350°F. Cut thin slice from top of bread loaf. Remove center from bread loaf, leaving ½-inch wall; reserve removed bread. In bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Fill bread shell with ham mixture. Place top of bread over ham mixture. Wrap loaf in foil. Place on baking sheet. Bake 1 hour and 15 minutes or until hot. Serve dip with reserved bread and/or tortilla chips. Serves 8.

Will you be trying Leigh Anne Tuohy’s recipes for the big game?

Superbowl ready with Hormel

Disclosure:I’ve partnered with Hormel Foods as part of the Hormel Foods Extended Family Blogger Program. Throughout the year I’ll be receiving product, coupons, giveaways and promotions. However, no payment was given or expected for posting about the program, and as always, all opinions given here are fully my own.

The Superbowl is creeping up, have you decided what food you’ll provide. I have decided not to make a big deal out of it as it will only be my immediate family.
Definite check is pizza and chicken wings. The one thing my kids can not have a party without.

My kids favorite topping is pepperoni, so I am making the pizza myself with Hormel pepperoni.

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Another appetizer I am considering having is chili cheese for fries or chips, even hot dogs if anyone would like.

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What is your favorite game day dish? Do you have a tradition?

What To Do With Holiday Left Overs #HormelFamily

Disclosure: I’ve partnered with Hormel Foods as part of the Hormel FoodsExtended Family Blogger Program. Throughout the year I’ll be receiving product, coupons, giveaways and promotions. However, no payment was given or expected for posting about the program, and as always, all opinions given here are fully my own.

I feel like all I have been doing is eating for days. Seriously, we cooked a big meal on Christmas Eve and Christmas night. Now we have a fridge full of leftovers, that we have to eat.

Christmas Eve we made steak, roasted potatoes and salad. So Christmas morning we decided to do breakfast with leftovers. We made steak and eggs with roasted potatoes. To spice it all up we added Hormel salsa. For the salad, yes I love to eat salad with breakfast. I added some cranberries and Hormel bacon bits.

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It’s so easy to turn any kid of leftover into a good meal, by just adding a few things to spice it up.

To find any recipe ideas visit Hormel.

National Sandwich Day #HormelFamily #SP

Disclosure: I’ve partnered with Hormel Foods as part of the Hormel FoodsExtended Family Blogger Program. Throughout the year I’ll be receiving product, coupons, giveaways and promotions. However, no payment was given or expected for posting about the program, and as always, all opinions given here are fully my own.

November 3, 2013 was National sandwich day. The sandwich is truly the American lunchtime staple, and with a variety of styles and flavors, it comes as no surprise that it has its very own holiday!

There are so many different kinds of Sandwiches and a million ways to make sandwiches your own style.

My favorite sandwich would be Turkey sandwich on a sub roll with Mayo, lettuce and Pickles. I am very particular about my lunchmeat. I want to make sure it’s the best and it’s healthy.

My kids on the other hand prefer Peanut Butter and Jelly. November is also Peanut Butter lovers Month! So you can enjoy your variety of sandwiches all month long.

I love Hormel Natural Choice Lunchmeat. Hormel Natural Choice is one of Hormel Foods fastest growing brands. The product line includes great-tasting premium deli sandwich meats, Applewood-smoked dinner ham, carved chicken breast, bacon, Canadian bacon, pepperoni, hard salami and sausage. Hormel Natural Choice products are 100 percent natural with zero preservatives and no artificial colors or MSG. Hormel Natural Choice deli meats are also gluten free; the perfect, health-conscious addition to your sandwich!

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I rely on sandwiches everyday for my kids school lunches. They are easy to make and pack, I don’t have to worry about them having to warm anything up.

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Find more ways to spice up your sandwich and try something new with Hormel.

What is your favorite sandwich?

October is National Chili Month #HormelFamily

Disclosure: I’ve partnered with Hormel Foods as part of the Hormel Foods Extended Family Blogger Program. Throughout the year I’ll be receiving product, coupons, giveaways and promotions. However, no payment was given or expected for posting about the program, and as always, all opinions given here are fully my own.

October has been declared National Chili Month. Prior to 1935, chili was popular only in the Southern, Southwestern and Western regions of the United States. Hormel Foods is responsible for introducing chili to the Midwest as well as introducing new, unique ways to eat and enjoy chili.

While it is popular to eat chili in a bowl, most prefer to use it as a topping on hot dogs, chips and so much more. I am not big on eating it by the bowl, but love a chili cheese dogs, or fries.

To celebrate we made our favorites Chili Cheese dogs and fries, While my husband chose to go for a chili dip.

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We are still making the most of National Chili month and making the most out of the chili we have with all the fun Hormel Recipes.

What is your favorite Chili Dish?

Tailgating With Hormel #HormelFamily

Disclosure: I’ve partnered with Hormel Foods as part of the Hormel Foods Extended Family Blogger Program. Throughout the year I’ll be receiving product, coupons, giveaways and promotions. However, no payment was given or expected for posting about the program, and as always, all opinions given here are fully my own.

We don’t get to tailgate a lot anymore now that we live in NY. It gets cold by the time all the big games start. We try to still do it every now and then though, and when we visit family in Arizona or North Carolina.

When we tailgate we have tons of great food. We have the usual hamburgers and hot dogs, but we also add in Lloyds baby back ribs. They are my kids favorite. All the sides too, Chips and Chi Chi salsa, or hummus.

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One of the main things I love about tailgating is just getting to spend time with Family and friends.
In a recent survey 76% of people think Tailgating is a crucial part of going to a game. 73% would rather eat their own food, then the stadium food.

I can definitely agree with that. It can be costly getting food at a stadium, versus bringing and cooking your own.

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Some fan favorite recipes from Hormel include:

Backyard Barbecue Ribs: Heat up the grill for these easy-to-make crowd pleasers, featuring Hormel Always Tender Pork Country Style Ribs

Hot Pepperoni Dip: Whip up this dip featuring delicious Hormel pepperoni (regular or mini sized!) to bring to your tailgate. Prep time is less than 30 minutes!

Grilled Honey Ham Steaks and Fruit Salsa: Get creative with this recipe featuring Hormel Natural Choice Honey Deli Ham and fresh fruits.

You can find your perfect tailgating recipe at Hormel.

How often do you tailgate? Do you have a favorite food or recipe?

Enter The Hormel Up The Stakes Recipe Contest and Ham-Stakes Sweepstakes #HormelFamily #SP

Disclosure: Disclosure: I’ve partnered with Hormel Foods as part of the Hormel Foods Extended Family Blogger Program. Throughout the year I’ll be receiving product, coupons, giveaways and promotions. However, no payment was given or expected for posting about the program, and as always, all opinions given here are fully my own.

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Hormel Cure 81 Ham is the easiest way to prepare a full healthy ham meal for your family. The hams are fully cooked and just go in the oven for a hour or so (depending on the pounds). It’s that simple. We love the ham, we use it as a dinner or with our breakfast for Ham and eggs.

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Hormel is hosting a “Up The Stakes” recipe contest:
The “Up the Steaks” recipe contest challenges you to submit the most unique recipe featuring Hormel® Cure 81 ham steaks. It’s easy: just submit a recipe and you’ll be entered to win a grand prize valued at $1,500 ($1,000 gift card and a variety of kitchen tools and serving ware valued at $500)! To participate, simply like the Hormel Cure 81 Facebook page between August 30th and October 18 and fill out the form with your recipe and information. Winners will be notified at the end of the contest period – it’s that simple.

You can also enter the Ham-Stakes sweepstakes:
After you like their Facebook page and enter the recipe contest.
A drawing will take place each Friday, beginning on September 6th. The first drawing includes:
Grand Prize: a grill, grilling tool set, two camping chairs, one bag tossing set, one $500 gift card.
Second Place: TEN winners will receive one $10 off coupon toward the purchase of a Hormel Cure 81 ham product.
Additional prizes will be awarded on Fridays through October 18th and include:
First Place: one small grill, two camping chairs, one small folding table, one $250 giftcard.

Whats your go to Hormel Ham recipe?

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