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Showing posts with label introducing. Show all posts
Monday, February 9, 2015
Introducing the 5 hour ENERGY� Yummification Video Contest Featuring Pomegranate Pink Lemonade Sparkler
These days, it seems like having a crazy-busy schedule is a foregone conclusion. Like me, everyone I talk to seems to have a “to do” list thats a mile long -- and they feel like there’s never enough hours in the day to get everything done. Sometimes, we all need a little pick-me-up. From time to time, I pick up a 5-hour ENERGY® shot to give me a quick burst of energy in the afternoons. That said, its taste can be a bit…ahem…strong for my palate! The makers of 5-hour ENERGY® recognized this, so they recently announced their Yummification Video contest to find the best-tasting recipe featuring one of their ENERGY shots! Heres the details:
5-hour ENERGY® recently asked me to share this contest with my readers by creating a tasty Yummification beverage featuring any 5-hour ENERGY® shot of my choosing. If you’ve never tried this product, here’s some handy information:
- 5-hour ENERGY® shots are dietary supplements that provide hours of energy and alertness.
- They contain a blend of B-vitamins, amino acids, and essential nutrients.
- They help people feel alert and energized for hours.
- They contain zero sugar, zero carbs, zero herbal stimulants…and only 4 calories!
- The amount of caffeine in a 5-hour ENERGY® shot is comparable to a cup of the leading premium coffee.
- People may consume up to 2 bottles of 5-hour ENERGY®, spaced several hours apart. For moderate energy needs, simply drink half a bottle of 5-hour ENERGY®.
One quick note to keep in mind: 5-hour ENERGY® is not an energy drink or intended to be mixed with alcohol. It is not intended for children, women who are pregnant or nursing, or people with medical conditions. It does not increase physical performance, dexterity, or endurance – and it does not treat or cure any disease or medical condition. Do not drink more than two per day, and do not drink more than one at a time.For my personalized Yummification beverage, I created a simple and fizzy beverage with only 3-ingredients, including the 5-hour ENERGY® Pink Lemonade shot. My Summer-perfect Pomegranate Pink Lemonade Sparkler is fruity and fizzy…and it gives you a boost of added energy too! Ready to see the recipe?
Pomegranate Pink Lemonade Sparkler
a Weekend Gourmet Original
Ingredients:
- 1 5-hour ENERGY® Pink Lemonade shot
- 1 cup pomegranate juice
- 1 cup sugar-free, caffeine-free lemon-lime soda
Directions: Add all ingredients to a tall glass and add ice cubes. Add a straw and stir. That’s it!
This beverage is tart and fizzy…and perfect for lemonade lovers! Its super refreshing on a hot Summer afternoon. I especially like how the addition of the sugar-free soda and juice cuts the sour taste of the straight 5-hour ENERGY®. After drinking this beverage, I had plenty of energy for a couple of hours writing, dinner preparation, and even a bit of tidying up in the kitchen. I didn’t have any bothersome rebound energy drops later in the evening either!
So…want to enter the 5-hour ENERGY® Yummification video contest? Its so simple! The makers of 5-hour ENERGY® are holding a video contest, and winners will win a share of $100,000 for creating a video of their favorite way to mix a 5-hour ENERGY® shot with everyday beverages. The contest will be judged on two criteria: (1) the creativity of the video and (2) the taste of the creation. Check out these prizes!
- One Grand Prize winner will receive $50,000 – and the following prizes will also be awarded:
- Second Prize (1): Thirty Thousand Dollars ($30,000)
- Third Prize (1): Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000)
- Fourth Prizes (10): One Thousand Dollars ($1,000)
All entries must be received by August 19, 2014 at 11:59 p.m. EDT to be eligible. No purchase necessary, and the contest is open to U.S. residents only (18 years and up). To enter and view the official contest rules, simply visit www.5houryummification.com and follow the instructions to complete the entry form. You can also Like 5-hour ENERGY® on Facebook and follow the instructions to click the contest tab. Make sure to follow 5-hour ENERGY® Twitter too.
Disclosure: The makers of 5-hour ENERGY® provided me with a variety pack of energy shots, along with a gift card, to facilitate this article. All opinions expressed are my own.
Saturday, February 7, 2015
Introducing TheSaladBar Monthly Group Strawberry Mango Chicken Salad with Summer Berries
In case you havent noticed by all the salad recipes I share in here, we eat a lot of salads here at Casa Garcia. Especially during the hot Texas Summer that seems to go on...and on...forever. Face it, salads have a lot going for them: theyre light and refreshing, theyre very healthy, and theyre extremely versatile. Since Im always looking for new salads to add to my dinner rotation, I decided to start a new monthly recipe sharing group called The Salad Bar. Each month, I will select a theme...and members of the group will share a salad recipe that fits the theme. It can be a side salad or a main dish salad. As long as it fits the theme, I really want participants to have fun and let their creativity shine! For the inaugural event, I went with one of my favorite go-to Summertime ingredients: berries. Blueberries, strawberries, blackberries or raspberries...and beyond! I love to add strawberries to our salads, so I picked up some gorgeous local strawberries this week and created a quick and easy main dish salad to share today.My Strawberry-Mango Chicken Salad combines diced strawberry and mango over a base of field greens, for a slightly tropical feel. I had some chipotle marinated chicken chunks in the freezer, so I grilled them up. Add in some candied nuts, creamy feta and crunchy wonton strips...and it was a salad so heart that it satisfied Michaels manly appetite.
I whipped up a simple and flavorful strawberry-infused vinaigrette while the chicken seared. All together, it took me about 30 minutes to make two main dish salads. I added some frozen garlic breadsticks on the side, but you can certainly serve this filling salad "as is" for a healthy and hearty warm-weather dinner.
Strawberry-Mango Chicken Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette
a Weekend Gourmet original
Step 2: Pan sear 3/4 lb. of chicken breast that is seasoned to your liking. We like spicy, so I used some chipotle-marinated breast. Once the chicken is seared and cooked through, let it rest for about 5 minutes so the juices go back into the meat. Cut into bite-sized pieces.
Step 3: To assemble the salads, add a package of field greens to a large bowl. Toss with about 1/2 cup of the vinaigrette, then arrange half of the greens onto two plates. Top with: quartered strawberries, diced mango (about half a small mango per salad), crumbled feta or blue cheese, candied pecans, and wonton crisps. I buy the strips in the Produce section of my local grocery store. If you cant locate them, crushed tortilla chips would work too. Just before serving, drizzle a bit more of the reserved vinaigrette on top of each salad.
This salad is hearty, but light. The strawberries and mango work really nicely together, and both can stand up to the spices on the chicken. Add in some salty, creamy feta and texture from the nuts and wonton strips...and youve got a lot of fantastic flavors and textures going on! The dressing is really nice, providing a nice balance of sweet and tart. Homemade dressing takes a few minutes to make, but it tastes better than most bottled dressings.
I hope youll give my salad a try on the next warm Summer evening. I also hope youll check out all the great berrylicious salads that the other members of The Salad Bar are sharing today. To visit them, simply click on the picture in the links below. I know I cant wait to try them in my kitchen during the long, hot Texas Summer thats just getting started! If youre a salad lover, wed love to have you join us at The Salad Bar. To join, simply visit our Facebook page to sign up.
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Friday, February 6, 2015
Introducing Totally Bamboos New United States of Bamboo Cutting Board Line!
One of the most important tools that any serious cook needs to have in their kitchen is a good-quality cutting board. A necessity in the preparation of almost any meal, this lowly rectangular slab of plastic or wood went about its job with little fanfare or style for years. Until now, that is. Totally Bamboo has changed all that, elevating a mundane kitchen utensil into something fun and functional. They recently Introduced their “United States of Bamboo,” featuring 50 different cutting boards representing each state. “We designed these cutting boards to be both fun and practical,” said Tom Sullivan, co-owner of Totally Bamboo. “On the practical side it is a very functional cutting board that will serve the kitchen well. On the fun side, well that’s pretty obvious." In keeping with Totally Bamboo’s mission to use only sustainable natural materials, each of these state-inspired cutting boards is made from 100% renewable bamboo.
Totally Bamboo introduced the first bamboo cutting boards more 12 years ago. Bamboo is a lightweight, tough and sustainable product that is an excellent alternative to the world’s dwindling supply of hardwoods from which traditional cutting boards are made. Each of their cutting boards is full of natural rich wood colors brought out by the natural caramelization of the sugars found in bamboo.
Totally Bamboo recently sent me a fun Texas-shaped cutting board from the line, and I am absolutely loving it! Not only does it work great as a cutting board for chopping veggies…it’s also perfect for entertaining. I recently used mine as a serving board for cheese and crackers at a party, and my guests went nuts for it. Let’s face it, us Texans love our state…and this cutting board lets me display my Texas Pride! These bamboo cutting boards also make great gifts for family and friends who love to display their state pride. Whether you’re from big Texas or tiny Rhode Island, these cutting boards are scaled to the same generous size. The States line of bamboo cutting boards has an MSRP of $19.99. For more information, visit Totally Bamboo’s website.
Disclosure: Totally Bamboo sent me a Texas bamboo cutting board to try out in my kitchen. The opinions expressed are my own.
Monday, February 2, 2015
Introducing Taco Bells Delicious New Cantina Steak Burrito
Overall, I was very impressed with the quality of Taco Bell’s Cantina Steak Burrito. The flavor was fresh, and the portion size was very generous. I would definitely order this burrito again, and I look forward to trying the other Cantina Menu items...the Grilled Chicken Cantina Bowl looks especially yummy to me! The next time you’re craving Mexican and don’t have time for a sit-down meal, I would encourage you to give Taco Bells Cantina Steak Burrito a try!
This post is sponsored by Taco Bell. See how great our steak is when you try the new Cantina Steak Burrito. Because when it comes to a great steak burrito, its all about the steak.
Disclosure: I received a monetary stipend in exchange for sharing my thoughts on the new Cantina Steak Burrito. However, all photographs and opinions expressed are my own.
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