Purdue Oven Ready Chicken Review

I have been a BzzAgent for a long time now and always get excited for new campaigns.  I love to share new and exciting products and ideas with all my friends and family and that includes you all too! The newest one is for Perdue Oven Ready Whole Seasoned Roaster.  BzzAgent generously shared with me a free coupon valued at up to $11.00 to try it out for myself. You can sign up on the Perdue website for updates and to get your own coupons but hurry...you never know how long these offers are available for.  I was happy to read very clearly noted on the package that the chicken was fed an all vegetarian diet, given no animal by-products, and was raised cage free.  The packaging also states that no hormones or steroids are added.  It says “Open. Cook. Serve." on the package which is super for busy worknights!

I left the chicken in the cooking bag, as instructed and placed it in the pan to roast. That was sure easy enough for this busy working mama. I cut a 1 inch slit in the bag as I was also directed.  I preheated the oven to 400 degrees, and placed the pan in the oven and timed it for 90 minutes.  I ttossed in some freshly washed baked potatoes after about 1/2 hour too and cooked up some baby carrots with honey and a little squeeze of fresh lemon on the stovetop to accompany it.  The chicken looked beautiful after it was cooked.  It tasted great too!  I would definitely try this again for a busy work night or even a weekend dinner. It tasted good enough for company too.

There are 3 other products in this Purdue easy to make line:  Cornish game hens, a bone-in breast, and a boneless breast.  The bone-in breast is 3 lbs.  The Cornish game hen is 3.75 lbs.  The boneless breast is 1.75 lbs.

Savvy Sampler Fall 2012 from Naturally Savvy

What a thrill to find a large envelope full of exciting, new organic and green products to try!  That was my feeling a week ago when I opened up my package from NaturallySavvy and found a bunch of new goodies to discover.

Naturally Savvy lauched a sampler program a few years back and am I glad I joined. It has been an educational experience and I have found many products that I have become loyal to through them.  Andrea Donsky and Randy Boyer (the founders of NaturallySavvy) also wrote a great book, Unjunk Your Junk Food.  I reviewed it on my blog earlier this year and was so excited about it.  They really know their stuff and have some good ideas that are truly doable!  You can check the book out on Amazon....the  reviews are amazing and I agree. It is a great primer to start to eat healthier in 2013. Think Christmas gift....

So, I received a great package of items including Blue Diamond Almonds Baked Nut Chips with Sea Salt. They are wheat and gluten free which is great and they are also kosher dairy.  That covers a lot of concerns for many people. They are low fat and taste great.  There is minimal sugar and it is a fun way to add crunch to a salad or just eat as a little snack.  I love them and have been eating them for a while but it is always nice to get more of something you already love. I find them in Shop-Rite in my area.

Bio-K Plus Probiotic was also included. This is a unique probiotic that has a patented formula L. acidophilus CL1285 and L. casei LBC8OR.  All bacteria are 100% live.  The manufacturer tells us that Bio-K Plus contributes to good digestive health and supports the body's natural defenses. It also helps to promote natural flora in the intestines. It is also a gluten free product.  I find probiotics like these are easy to use and they really help your belly feel good every day.  They suggest that adults take 1/4-1 bottle of Bio-K fresh every day. Children can consume 1/4-1/2 bottle each day.  You can learn more at Bio-K. You can also call their 1-800-593-2465 to get additional information

SafSlim also included a sample packet. This is a BELLY FAT supplement. It is a Tangerine Cream Fusion flavor. It is a unique supplement, according the the manufacturer that targets the root causes of unsightly omentum fat, the fat that accululates in the belly region. *  It tasted great but I have to say I don't have any issues with belly fat.  It might work best if you combined it with a healthy diet and exercise regimen but you should consult with your physician before making any changes.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug administration.,  These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Ecover included a nice sized sample of their Natural Dishwashing Liquid.  I love Ecover products and often use their dishwashing liquid and laundry detergent. They perform very well and are less irritating to sensitive skin too.  It has green tea extract to help remove odor. It is plant based and has mineral ingredients. It is totally biodegradable. It is safe for septic tanks too. It is never tested on animals. A little goes a long way too!

Something new that was also included was Pamela's Baking and Pancake Mix. It is also kosher dairy for those who are interested and it is a wheat free and gluten free pancake mix. It comes in 100g single serve packets so you can have hot, yummy pancakes anywhere. All you need to do is add an egg or egg equivalent, water and oil. I prefer to sub milk for the water to add more protein. You could use soy or rice milk too!  This made some yummy pancakes and it was super easy. Pamela's also makes cookies, biscotti, other sweet and savory baking mixes and frozen desserts. Check out Pamela's here.

Boots Number 7 Beautiful Skin Night Cream

Dove White Beauty Bar - 14/4.0 oz. - Dove (Google Affiliate Ad)

 Boots has some great products  called Beautiful Skin to help you have beautiful skin--what else?

• The newest and easy to use two-step range of everyday skincare cleansers and moisturizers, tailored to your specific skin type eliminating the need for toners. Products are color-coded, making it easy to find just the right products for your skin type: Normal/Oily (Pink), Normal/Dry (Green) and Dry/Very Dry (Lilac) 

 It can't get any easier than this. They are lovely and luxurious too.

 Check them out and enjoy the discount up top when you go to Boots through 12/21!

Organic Valley Singles Sampling Party

I was excited to hear that our Moms group was chosen to participate through Green Moms Meet in a sampling party for Organic Valley American Singles.  Everyone was excited to try some of the samples and my home cooking!  I thought it would be fun to make some quesadillas since those are a family favorite in my house already.  They were a big hit with the kids and the adults. I put out toppings and dips like salsa, chives and sour cream to make them even more fun. 

Everyone really loved the flavor of Organic Valley and agreed it was healthier for the kids.  Many of my mom friends shop at Whole Foods and several had already been purchasing Organic Valley for a while. Others had not tried it but they were impressed. They agreed that it was a tasty option for school lunches and everyday snacking!

Organic Valley American Singles are made with milk produced from pasture-fed cows and are an excellent source of easily absorbed calcium, as well as a good source of protein, phosphorous, and riboflavin.
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Organic Valley American Singles come from a block of mild, high-moisture, organic, Colby-style cheese, which is pre-sliced and ready to go for your convenience. The slices are easy to separate, too, thanks to 100% biodegradable slips of wax-parchment (instead of the individually plastic-wrapped slices other cheese manufacturers use).
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Organic Valley American Singles are certified organic and made from milk produced without antibiotics, synthetic hormones or pesticides.
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Organic Valley American Singles have 12 slices per 8-ounce package and retail for approximately $5.69.

Back in 1988, Organic Valley’s seven founding farmers believed America’s families deserved the best, most nutritious foods. Today, the more than 1,700 farm families of Organic Valley pledge to produce the highest quality organic foods. Their hard work has resulted in pasture-based organic milk products that deliver 128% more omega-3 fatty acids than natural and conventional milks. Organic Valley also offers award-winning milk, soy, cheeses, butter, spreads, creams, yogurt, eggs, produce, and juice.

Organic Valley American Singles are available at Whole Foods Market and other natural food stores, as well as many conventional grocery stores.  You can get connected with them on Facebook and Twitter. 


Disclaimer: I received this product for free from the sponsor of the Moms MeetSM program, May Media Group LLC, who received it directly from the manufacturer. As a Moms MeetSM blogger, I agreed to use this product and post my opinion on my blog. My opinions do not necessarily reflect the opinions of May Media Group LLC or the manufacturer of the product.