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7 Meals you can make with Canned Food

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I found this recipe a while back and absolutely fell in love with how simple it was. Everything gets mixed up in a bowl and spooned into Pillsbury biscuits, and less than 20 minutes later you’re seriously eating chicken pot pie cupcakes! I don’t think you understand how cute this is.

Cans used: 2 cans of Pillsbury biscuits, 1 can of cream of chicken soup, either canned mixxed veggies or frozen mixed veggies

I’m telling you, the fluffy biscuit texture, the soft creamy filling, the pops of vegetables, the tender chicken, and the TASTE? I can hardly even stand it. The taste. It’s like the flavors of comfort opened a day spa and your mouth is getting full treatment. FOR FREE. Head to Tablespoon for this inredible recipe!

2. Canned Veggie Lasagna

For a quick, make-ahead meal, grab a few cans of veggies to layer into your favorite lasagna recipe. Broccoli, carrots, and squash all pair well with tangy tomato sauce and creamy cheeses.

Cans used: Broccoli, Carrots, String beans, Corn, Mixed veggies, Peas, Mushrooms etc

If you don’t have time (or energy!) to chop, dice, and saute fresh vegetables in advance, canned alternatives work just as well in a fraction of the time. Head over to Babble for more ideas on how to use cans for a quick and healthy meal!

3. Tuna Noodle Casserole

A can of Cream of Mushroom Soup is mixed with tuna, egg noodles and peas, topped with a crunchy bread crumb topping and baked to perfection. Head to Pinch My Salt for this delicous recipe!

Cans used: Cream of mushroom soup, Tuna, Canned peas (or frozen)

Recipe notes:  This recipe makes a fairly small casserole but it can easily be doubled if you have a large family or like to have lots of leftovers!  *Don’t overcook the pasta! Read the package for times and use a timer.  **If you don’t want to use fresh bread crumbs, use the seasoned dried kind from the store and cut the amount in half.  Toss the seasoned dried breadcrumbs in one tablespoon of melted butter before sprinkling over the top of casserole. ***I now use a good quality parmigiano reggiano sprinkle on the top but we grew up using the stuff in a green can.  Just use whatever parmesan cheese you normally keep on hand.

4. Crock Pot Turkey Chili

Clean chili recipe with ground or leftover turkey, full of veggies and is cooking while you sleep.

Cans used: 14 oz can red kidney beans, drained & rinsed, 14 oz can any white beans, drained & rinsed, 28 oz can tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes, Canned chicken soup or make your own

One Monday night while watching The Biggest Looser, a contestant named Ken made a veggie turkey chili. I adapted his recipe to a slow cooker. This chili is full of delicious veggies and healthy lean turkey meat. Head over to iFood Real for this amazing recipe.

5. Vegetarian Enchilada

Preparing these vegetarian enchiladas is a real cinch. Simply saute the onion, sweet potato, bell pepper, spinach, and black beans in a skillet. To cut corners, you can use store bought enchilada sauce, or if you really want to win at life, you can make your own homemade sauce. When it comes time to prepare enchiladas, I’m all about the tortilla pre-soak. All it takes is a quick bath in enchilada sauce to make the tortillas super tender, flavorful, and melt-in-your-mouth-esque. If you’re all about the enchilada goo, be sure you don’t skip this step!

Cans used: 1 can black beans, 1 (10-ounce) can red enchilada sauce.  Optional: Canned mushrooms, broccoli, cauliflower, kidney beans, corn etc.

Head over to The Roasted Root for this delicious recipe. Feel free to add, beef, chicken, turkey, tofu etc.

6. Black Bean and Pumpkin Burgers

Veggie Burgers with a Twist. This recipe uses canned black beans and canned pumpkin to make a moist and delicious veggie patty your whole family will enjoy. While this recipe only makes 2 burgers, it’s very easy to multiply. Plus, these burgers freeze well, so why not mix up a big batch and freeze a few for later use.

Cans used: Can of black beans, Can of Pumpkin. Optional: Can of chickpeas, mushrooms, corn etc.

Head over to Fannetastic Food for this delicious recipe and for other healthy meal ideas.

7. 8 Can Taco Soup

8 Can Taco Soup- How stinking clever is this? You add 8 different cans of stuff together and you get one insanely delicious soup. That’s genius!

 

Cans used: black beans, pinto peans, diced tomatoes, sweet corn, chicken breast, cream of chicken soup, enchilada sauce, chicken broth.

I have a different recipe for taco soup that I’ve loved making for a while now, but it is seriously nothing compared to this. And my old recipe is twice as much work too! Weird. At less than 300 calories per cup, this stuff is awesome. You wouldn’t think a cup would be very much, but I can barely finish it. It’s so good! Head over to High Heels and Grills for this delicious recipe.

 

8 Kitchen Gadgets that Help you Eat Healthier

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1. Sillicone Steamer – It’s no surprise that fried food is not healthy for you! Well cut calories, not flavor, with a steamer! You can easily add this silicone steamer to the pots and pans you have already and steam up some yummy meat and veggies!

Oxo makes this modle that has high walls and a flat center that makes the Silicone Steamer perfect for large food, while its flexible pleats let it fit a variety of pot sizes. Handles fold in to accommodate pot lid and stay cool to the touch for safe removal. One-piece construction for easy cleaning. Rolls up for compact storage.

2. Kitchen Active Spiralizer – Save time. Lose weight. Make a beautifully decorated zucchini spaghetti! With Kitchen Active Your wait to find the perfect pasta maker is finally over! This simple tool is all you need to get yourself on a fast track to weight loss, healthful living, increased energy, and vitality! By simply giving a twist, you can turn your whole vegetables into a gorgeous noodle soup with this small cutter – perfect for vegetable noodles, salads, and gourmet-style garnishes. Spiral slicing tools aren’t just for professional chefs anymore! Head to Amazon to order one now!

3. Flavor Fusion Water Bottle– Flavor your water naturally by adding your own creative infusions of fresh herbs and seasonal fruit. Head to Uncommongood.com to purchase.

Hydrate responsibly and satisfy your sweet tooth cravings with this inventive design.  Enterprising teen Carter Kostler recognized the need for a delicious alternative to sugary drinks and so he created this double-chambered bottle to enjoy healthy, infused water on the go.
Simply place fruits or herbs in the lower compartment, and fill the bottle with water. The built-in strainer keeps pulp from clogging the spout, and the re-freezable base keeps things ice cold. The bottle is the perfect size to fit your car’s cup holder, and the carrying strap keeps it accessible when you’re on the run. The bottle is made from a specially formulated plastic that is odorless, tasteless, and stain-resistant. The bottle unscrews into separate segments for easy cleaning.

4. OXO Egg Separator helps you separate egg whites easily, and quickly. Prevent messes with the OXO Good Grips 3-in-1 Egg Separator. Simply hook the Egg Separator onto the side of a bowl and instantly have a perfect edge for cracking eggs. The base of the Separator catches runaway pieces of shell and prevents drips from running down the outside of the bowl onto your counter or table. This neat tool can also separate egg whites from yolks in one easy step. The Separator features two different ridges, allowing it to easily fit on thin-or thick-rimmed bowls, while the raised edge provides the perfect surface for neatly cracking eggs. The Separator’s compact size makes it convenient to store and it is top-rack dishwasher safe. Click here to purchase.

5. Rubbermaid LunchBlox– Smarter lunches start with better organization! LunchBlox makes packing healthy lunches easier than ever before. Modular containers fill lunch bags more efficiently by snapping to and stacking with each other, and can be snapped to reusable Blue Ice packs to keep foods chilled. Handy measurement guides on the side of each container mean perfect portion sizes, while the secure lids lock in freshness and prevent leaks.

The Rubbermaid Lunch LunchBlox Salad Kit is designed to make taking lunch to school or work more convenient and organized. With a large 5.2 cup container, one dressing container and a third container for additional salad toppings, taking a healthy, vibrant salad for lunch to school or work has never been easier. Click here for more information or to buy.

6. Food Huggers– These are a new and easy way to save your fresh foods until you are ready to finish them. Our patent pending design flexes to fit snugly around fruits and vegetables from kiwis to grapefruits.  Check out our demo videos here to see how easy it is to keep your fruits and veggies fresh.

Our mission is to design and create tools that make it easy to get the most enjoyment and nutrition possible from the groceries our customers buy and reduce the amount of food that gets wasted in the home.

Our inspiration is delicious and nutritious foods and the fresh ingredients that go into them.  Head to FoodHuggers.com to get some today.

7. Oil Mister – The Deluxe Oil Mister by Prepara, the healthy lifestyle brand, has been improved and is better than ever! Prepara tools are designed to enhance your cooking experience and simplify preparation with elegant designs and kitchen-tested performance. The Deluxe Oil Mister by Prepara is a healthy and economical alternative to aerosol spray can oils. It is made from BPA free materials with a sterilizable glass reservoir. To use, simply fill the glass base with your choice of oil: Vegetable oil, olive oil, canola oil, grape seed oil and more. Use the cap to perfectly pump air into the mister (about 7-12 pumps) and press the nozzle to spray a fine, even mist. It’s simple: no harmful CFC’s are needed to spray- Just air! Perfect for cookie and muffin pans, preparing eggs or pancakes, grilling meat or dressing a salad. The Deluxe Oil Mister creates a thin coating of oil: ideal for low-fat, high-flavor cooking. The patented filtering system ensures the spraying mechanism will not clog and the entire mister is top-rack dishwasher safe. Prepara is committed to making sure all products work perfectly and this item is at its best. Mister backed by a five-year warranty. Click here to buy.

 

8. The Oster My Blend blender is an individual-sized blender and sport bottle in one that is designed to fit your active, fast-paced lifestyle. With quick and convenient One Touch blending, you can create your favorite smoothies, protein shakes, and more to enjoy at home, on a run, or at the office.

The My Blend is a powerful way to start your day with its 250-watt motor that will pulverize frozen fruit and ice to blend the smoothie of your choice. By blending directly into the sport bottle, you”ll have less mess and less to clean up. The drinking lid has a carry hook that makes it easy to take with you as you carry out your day. The stylish 20-ounce BPA-free plastic sport bottle is dishwasher safe and fits in most car cup holders. Storage is simple, as the blender base is small enough to keep on your counter every day. Click here to buy!

 

 

8 Beauty Foods for Better Hair, Skin, & Nails

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Eat your way to beauty!
The secret

Your skin and your hair happen to be the parts of your body that are exposed to all sort of environmental conditions. They are for example exposed to freezing cold temperatures which do more harm than good to your skin and hair. Most people suffer from scalps that are dry and very itchy, faces that are dry. We all want skin that is smooth and flawless and of course gorgeous hair.

To acquire these, you have to put in some effort. Protect your hair and skin and above all nourish them in best way possible. Before you reach out for your wallet to go on a shopping spree for all sort of beauty products, you may want to slow down. The secret weapon to beautiful skin, hair and nails is in your fridge and pantry. This would definitely be the best way to restore your natural glow simply because it is organic and of course very friendly to your pocket. Which are some of these foods that your hair and skin will thank you for?

1. Avocado

It not only nourishes but also keeps your skin hydrated. It also helps fight blemishes found on the skin. Avocados are full of protective antioxidants as well as essential acids which plump and keep your skin smooth. Avocado oil is known to be one of the best emollients for skin and it happens to be great for all skin types. You can simply apply avocado on your skin and by so doing you stimulate collagen and elastin to be produced and these will slow down the rate at which your skin ages. Avocado oil would be a perfect moisturizer for you.

2. Vodka

Vodka is the weapon against frizzy hair. If you want hair that is frizz free, you need to grab several shots of vodka. Alcohol tends to lower the pH balance on your hair and that causes cuticles to close which results into strands that are not only sleek but shiny as well. All you need to do is mix a shot of vodka with deep conditioner and drops of essential oil. After mixing you massage into hair and after 20 minutes you rinse off with warm water and just like that your hair is frizz free.

3. Honey

Another beauty food is honey. It is known to have antibacterial properties and that makes it a very good topical treatment for acne. Honey is also a moisturizer and has a way of soothing your skin leaving it glowing and looking youthful. You start by dampening your skin then in circular motions apply a thin layer of honey. After 30 minutes rinse it off and your skin will feel so soft you will be amazed.

4. Banana

Bananas tone and nourish your skin. Bananas are a very rich source of potassium,folate as well as vitamin C and B6.With bananas you can prepare a mask to clear your complexion. You simply have to mash a banana with a tablespoon of honey and half tablespoon of lemon juice, which you apply onto your face and wash off after 15 minutes with warm water. It is for this reason that you must ensure you never ran out bananas in your house.

5. Green tea

This one tops the list of beverages that are healthy for your skin. Green tea is very rich in polyphenols which are very important to your skin. You should aim at taking at least four cups daily. If it will give you a flawless skin, why not sip your way to that healthy skin? It really could be as simple as that!

6. Tomatoes

Tomatoes are a very rich source of an antioxidant known as lycopene.Lycopene prevents your skin from being damaged by harmful UV rays. It protects your skin from sunburns. This fruit is also very high in carotenoid for this reason tomatoes are known to prevent your skin from damage from free radicals. This makes tomatoes a very important beauty food.

7. Salmon

A sure way to slow aging is by increasing intake of salmon. Salmon is known to contain a carotenoid known as astaxanthin.This carotenoid improves the elasticity of your skin and by so doing decreases the lines on your skin. So before you reach out for those beauty products or even injections that will help keep your skin looking young, try increase salmon consumption and you are assured of even better and more natural results.

8. Walnuts

You are probably not a fan of fish but truth is your skin needs omega-3 fatty acids. The good news is that you don’t have to get omega-3 fatty acids from fish, walnuts are a very rich source as well.Omega-3 s give your hair that healthy shine and they also play a very vital role in making your skin very soft and looking very young. For these reasons you have to include walnuts on your list as you go shopping.

You happen to be what you eat. If you want to look healthy, have skin that is flawless, hair that is gorgeous and nails that look good and strong you have to work for it. You have to eat right. Include foods that will nourish your skin, hair and nails in your diet. You already have a list of foods that are good for you. It doesn’t mean you try them out all at once. One food at a time and with time your skin will thank you. People will be looking at you with admiration and asking what your secret is. Hope you will smile and share the same secret weapons with them.

 

 

 

 

 

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