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- The shoe has premium burnished leather upper with glove-soft leather lining
- The shoe has an exclusive comfort footbed to cushions the foot from heel to toe
- My favorite is the cushioned arch support for all-day comfort
- goat cheese
- prosciutto
- zucchini
- mushrooms
- butter
- 4 eggs
- 4 Tbsp water
- 4 Tbsp butter, salted
- 1/2 cup zucchini, shredded
- 1/2 cup soft goat cheese
- 8 prosciutto slices
- 1 1/2 cups white button mushrooms, sliced
- 2 Tbsp butter
- Heat a large skillet on medium heat and melt 2 Tbsp butter.
- Add sliced mushrooms, salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 10 minutes and set aside.
- Heat another 2 tbsp of butter in nonstick skillet on medium heat .
- Whisk 2 eggs in a medium bowl and add 2 Tbsp water. Add a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Pour egg mixture on skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes.
- sprinkle 1/4 cup of zucchini over the egg as the omelette is cooking.
- The egg mixture will start expanding.
- Flip the omelette and cook for another 3-5 minutes and add 1/4 cup goat cheese on half the omelette, 4 prosciutto slices, and half the mushrooms and fold over.
- Repeat with the rest of the ingredients. Serve.
- 1 1/2 large baguettes, sliced in 1/2 inch slices
- 3/4 pound Jarlsberg cheese slices
- 1/2 pound honey ham slices
- 10 ounces guava paste, sliced 1/4 inch slices
- spicy mustard
- Turn on broiler to low and position rack closer to broiler.
- Slice the baguette into 1/2 inch slices.
- Add the slices to a baking sheet.
- Using a mini biscuit cutter, about 2 inches wide, cut out cheese slices circles.
- Add 2 slices to each baguette slice.
- Add about 2 Tbsp of honey ham slices.
- Add a slice of guava paste and top with 2 cheese circles.
- Place the baking sheet in oven and broil for 5-7 minutes.
- Cheese will bubble slightly and bread will toast slightly.
- Remove from oven.
- Add a small dollop of spicy mustard and top with another baguette slice.
Everyday Wear with Voyager Heels #EarthFootwear
October 6th, 2014This is a sponsored through Mamavation and Earth Footwear. I received a pair of shoes to facilitate my review but all opinions and thoughts are my own.
Not many people know that I have flat-feet and that finding the right shoe for any event or every day use can sometimes be a big feat. While my husband likes me to wear heels, I have not been able to wear heels since having my first daughter. My ankles are weak and I have even twisted my ankle from not having the best supportive shoes.
My go-to outfits to mom’s night out or even to church usually consist of a black pants or skirt. Depending on the event, flat shoes don’t always work well but a shoe with a small heel that could work with a casual or semi-elegant outfit would be ideal. When I find shoes or get the opportunity to shop, the shoes stay in my closet for a long time, so it is important to have something lasting and of good quality.
Womens Shoes that Last
Earth Footwear came to my doorstep and at the perfect time since my last black shoes had started ripping after wearing them for 8 years. I started planning how I would wear the shoes to convince me that I had a new pair of stylish shoes. This pair of shoes belong to a modern collection of smartly styled casual footwear that combine a contemporary styling with all-day comfort.
The style shoe I received is called the Voyager and is part of the Fall/Winter 2014 Earth Collection. The shoes range at $85 to $200, with the majority of the collection under $100. Each shoe features a cushioned footbed for all day comfort with a padded heal area to displace shock, a reinforced arch support to stabilize the foot, and multi-density latex cushioning layer for extra support. It combines contemporary comfort, style and everyday value.
The Voyager
I have never been one for shoe inserts so when I felt the latex cushioning layer inside the shoes, I was smitten. Even though I have been told to wear arch supports, for my flat feet, I have really never been consistent in wearing any because they have usually been uncomfortable. My goal has always been to find a well-made shoe that including the most comfort, even for when I am running after my children.
The Voyager style has elegant leatherwork details and can be dressed up or down for any occasion. I have to say, that this shoe looked very close to the previous pair I had in my closet so I was glad that I did not have to make any modifications to my attire or styling. A little more about the shoe:
Fridays are my day to work outside the house so I wore a nice black top with jeans and wore these shoes with some black dress socks. I felt casual but semi-dressed up especially with the shoes added to the mix. I officially have a pair of shoes that fit the modern dress casual style for every day use.
The hardest thing for me will be not to order the same pair in another color. The good fact is that there are 25 other heel styles to choose from to add to my small shoe collection. When I purchase shoes, it is one of the most important purchases because my feet require the best comfort and ankle stability.
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Giant: Buy Theirs, Get Ours Free Challenge Returns + Giveaway
October 3rd, 2014
To encourage customers who haven’t yet tried GIANT Food Stores and MARTIN’S Food Markets Own Brands products, the grocer is returning with its popular Buy Theirs, Get Ours Free Challenge. During the weeks of September 28 & October 5, customers who purchase selected national brand products, will receive GIANT/MARTIN’S Own Brands equivalent products for free. This is the fourth challenge GIANT/MARTIN’S has offered customers this year.
We have enjoyed trying a variety of products at home and have come to the conclusion that the Giant brand, called Own Brands, are just as comparable with the brand name products but at a more affordable price. No one can really argue, and you should not, that trying out the brands for your self during these two weeks will hurt you. In turn it will give you the opportunity to save money because as a customer are getting Giant’s brand for FREE to try. This is quite frankly better than a sample. So take advantage of it! Here is what you get to try for the rest of this week.
| Week of September 28 – October 4, 2014 | |
|---|---|
| Buy this national brand product… | …and receive this GIANT/MARTIN’S Own Brands product for free. |
| Nestle Chocolate Chips (12 oz.) | Own Brands Chocolate Chips (12 oz.) |
| Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice (64 oz.) | Own Brands 100% Cranberry Juice (64 oz.) |
| Mucinex (20 count or 6 fl.oz. btl.) | Own Brands Mucus Fast Max (20 count or 8 fl. oz. btl.) |
| Sabra (All varieties, 10 oz.) | Own Brands Simply Enjoy Hummus (All Varieties, 10 oz.) |
Here are the deals for the following week. We had a chance to try the crackers, hummus, and bath tissue, chocolate chips and a few other products that ended up being a great experience. The flavors and quality of the products were fantastic. I am happy to report that I am sold on Own Brands based on my experience. Since we have a strict budget, having options for cheaper staple products is very helpful. Now I can come prepared knowing what products I want in my pantry.
| Week of October 5 – October 11, 2014 | |
|---|---|
| Buy this national brand product… | …and receive this GIANT/MARTIN’S Own Brands product for free. |
| DiGiornos Rising Crust Pizza (27.5-33 oz. pkg.) | Own Brands Rising Crust Pizza (28.2-32.7 oz. pkg.) |
| Nabisco Ritz Crackers (13.7 oz.) | Own Brands Classic Crackers (15.1 oz.) |
| Pillsbury Ready to Bake Cookies (16-16.5 oz. pkg.) | Own Brands Break ‘n Bake Cookies (16-16.5 oz. pkg.) |
| Charmin Bath Tissue (6 pack, 165 2-ply) | Own Brands Bath Tissue (6 pack, 176 2-ply) |
Not only do you have my opinion but all GIANT/MARTIN’S Own Brands products are subject to a testing program, which includes customer feedback, to ensure that the grocer is consistently delivering on quality and value. Based on this testing, hundreds of Own Brands products have been reformulated in the past couple of years to improve upon taste and quality, while still offering affordable prices. If a product doesn’t pass these testing requirements, it doesn’t go on a GIANT/MARTIN’S shelf!
How about entering a giveaway to give OWN Brands a try? This is open to US readers only. Thanks and good luck!
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post with Giant Food Stores. All opinions and thoughts are my own.
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Farmers Zucchini Omelette
October 2nd, 2014
As I cooked the omelette, using only 2 eggs and a little water, I shredded some raw zucchini on the raw egg side. Once the other side was cooked, I flipped the omelette and the zucchini cooked. I then simply added the cooked mushrooms, a few slices of prosciutto, a few dollops of goat cheese and voila, my omelette was finished. It was the most filling breakfast I had and have now come to enjoy at least once a week.Ingredients
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Mini Spanish Sandwich Melts
September 29th, 2014
The weekends are usually really low-key for us and are focused on us having family time. I usually try to make more exciting meals or I get my family more involved in the kitchen. Sometimes, I am just plain tired and not even up to any cooking after a whole week of meals. Anyone feel the same? While my kids are not in school yet, my husband is back to school, as a professor, which means more prepared meals for my husband and easier meals for our family at home. The monotony of peanut butter and cold cut sandwiches are easily forgotten with fresher meals that make for memorable and satisfying meals.
Are you looking for a light lunch to send to your kids or even something light for a lunch on the weekends? Sometimes, cooking or baking is not even desirable but with a few ingredients you can have a pretty spectacular lunch that will have your family thanking you.
My kids love being the kitchen while my husband and I are cooking so I have been slowly involving our daughters more in our meal preparation. Even though we have 2 stools my youngest sits in the high chair closer to the kitchen counter and my oldest daughter uses a dining room chair to stand next to me. I am quickly learning that meal preparation does not work best when we are desperately hungry because no one will listen to directions and then start eating the food on the counter. Haha. Yes. I know. I hope I have given you a visual, because it has happened.
Let me tell you a story. On Sunday evenings, we would go to my Chilean grandparents home and have English tea with a huge spread of spreads, Chilean biscuits, dulce de leche, cheese, cold cuts, and more. It was considered a LIGHT dinner but it felt so satisfying and very much a dinner. It was spectacular and something I wish I were doing every Sunday evening. When I was thinking of a unique lunch to introduce to my family I decided to create a sandwich with the same flavors. I wish I could share it with my now deceased grandmother, because, I know I have inherited a part of her creative cooking skills.
When we got in the kitchen, I gave my oldest daughter, Julianne, instructions on her duties. Even though she wanted to taste everything she saw, telling her she was my helper made a huge difference. She was a huge helper loading up the layers as I cut the cheese, ham, and the guava paste. My youngest, who is only 20 months, wants to do everything her sister is doing. She feels left out so I really try to get her to be close to us so she feels included. As we are preparing our lunch, daddy is taste-testing ingredients as my girls are asking for samples. I love hearing Julianne tasting the guava paste and telling me “yum! I’ve never tasted before!”
This mini sandwich has starts with a baguette slice of bread with a layers of Jarlsberg cheese, honey ham, a slice of guava paste, and topped with another layer of cheese. The slice is broiled on low in the oven enough for the cheese to slightly toast. A little spicy mustard is added to another slice of bread and covers the mini sandwich. The sandwich was a sweet and savory hit! The spicy mustard gave a pop of flavor to the sweet guava paste melted between the ham and cheese. This was also very reminiscent of Spanish flavors that usually include Serrano ham. It was just so good and so hard to stop eating.
This post is part of a series of sponsored posts for Jarlsberg cheese. All opinions and recipes are my own.
Ingredients
Instructions
This would easily classify your kiddos as foodies since it has a combination of unique flavors. Your family will love the sweetness mixed with cheese. What a great way to surprise your kids lunch boxes with these mini sandwiches. Add them this week!
Jarlsberg is having a fun Back to School Giveaway which includes a branded lunchbox, water bottle, or even a tablet computer. Check out their giveaway on Facebook.
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A Transitional Kupp’ for Toddlers {Review} #MomsMeet
September 26th, 2014
If you are a new mom or simply a mom of young kids you know that you might have a love-hate relationship with all cups. From the start you know you have to find a baby bottle that your baby will accept and then when they get to the age they can drink on their own, just finding a perfect sippy cup can be a hassle. Soon you find yourself with a cupboard full of different cups and a husband that is frustrated every time he opens it. Oh yes. I know you know what I mean!
My girls are both now drinking from sports bottles and sippy cups but I have been taking my time training my oldest how to use a regular cup even though she has had time to use one when we are out. She has started asking for her smoothies in a regular cup and I have refraining because well, we have a younger toddler who gets into everything. I have been trying to prevent accidents and spills. Well. I can’t even prevent those.
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What about glass cups? I have not even had my girls touch our glasses at all just because I do not think their little hands are coordinated yet but when I received the Kupp’ glasses in the mail, thanks to Moms Meet, I was real excited to see how my oldest would take to the style, color, and transition. These products came at a perfect time and they also come with a great story.
The Kupp’ was created by Katesplace founder Kate Oliver as a tool to help her young boys learn accountability and responsibility. She gave each of her children their very own glass in a different color and put them in charge of their cup and all of the responsibilities that came with it, including setting the table, washing, and putting it away. She quickly discovered that she had a cleaner kitchen and her family consumed less plastic. As a result, the Kupp’ was born—a six-ounce glass with a colorful silicone sleeve designed just for kids.
While these glasses are recommended for kids 3 and over, I had my girls, who are almost 3 and 19 months old, use and try them with supervision. As I watched both girls, I was confident that my oldest had a hang of it while my youngest was not quite sure, but she wanted to have a cool glass anyway, because her sister had one too. Here is a video of them enjoying their glasses:
When my husband and I first saw these cups I was a little nervous because they are made of glass, but here is what makes them unique and even special for kids:
•The Kupp’ is a six-ounce glass outfitted with a colorful silicone sleeve. It’s designed for kids ages 3-10.
•The firm grip and silicon sleeve helps to protect the glass from damage while providing a safe, toxic free vessel to drink from.
•The Kupp’ comes in four vibrant colors that represent the environment: blue for water, green for earth, orange for the sun, and red for warmth.
•The Kupp’ is the perfect serving size for children, and allows them to become more conscious of waste and consumption.
•The Kupp’ is made in the USA using imported glass, and all materials are sourced from environmentally-friendly manufacturers that adhere to EU and US regulations.
•All glass is recyclable, certified lead and cadmium free, and is made from a pure soda-lime formula. It is also dishwasher safe!
•The grip-friendly silicon sleeve is BPA/BPS free and made with medical and food grade silicon to prevent damage. The sleeve does not have to be removed when washing, which makes cleaning your Kupp’ very simple.
•The adorable Kupp’ is designed to resemble a smile so kids are naturally attracted to it!
•The retail price of the Kupp’ is $16.99 each.
I am looking forward having my youngest daughter learn to use this cup a lot better and for it to become a permanent replacement in our cupboard. Truth be told, I caught my husband using one the other day so I know that he likes them too. Learn more about Kupp’ on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.
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. My opinions do not necessarily reflect the opinions of May Media Group LLC or the manufacturer of this product.
