Decadent Dessert in a Flash Anytime

Well, for those who know me, know I love cake.  But sometimes, with my schedule, I just don't have time or energy to bake my own cake.  That's why I was super excited when the folks at BzzAgent gave me the opportunity to test out Kroger's new Private Selection Upside Down Cakes.

Kroger's PS Upside Down Cakes come in three flavors, Double Chocolate Molten, German Chocolate Fudge and Amber Honey Apple Slice.  The best part....they're Warm and Serve and ready in minutes!  Chris and I both love German Chocolate Cake, so we gave that one a try.  It's truly simple...open the box and stick it in the oven...

This is what it looks like when it comes out of the oven...and smells heavenly!  Next, you just grab a plate, flip it, and serve.

It was warm, chocolatey and AMAZING!  I highly recommend grabbing one of these the next time you go Krogering...for a last minute party, or just a treat for yourself.

Go Meatless on Mondays!

 

Everyone's looking for a way to incorporate healthy eating into their lifestyle.  One trend has been Meatless Mondays, and I've seen recipes all over the internet.

As part of the BzzAgent program, I was asked to test out MorningStar Farms line of meatless products.  I have had them in the past and have honestly, never been disappointed, but I haven't had them in a while and was pleasantly surprised at the large variety of items they now have.  From breakfast foods, to "ribs", to "chikn strips", there are so many things to choose from.  Several times I have made chili with their Recipe Crumbles to keep things low fat.

It's also time for Lent and that means Fish Fridays so MorningStar Farms can help you out when you're craving that burger, but you look at the calendar and it's Friday. 



So, here's a great idea for you to go meatless with MorningStar Farms:

Patty Melts

Saute some chopped onion in a skillet with butter or oil until translucent.

Heat 2 1/4lb. Grillers Burger, in a skillet with a little coconut oil.

Toast two pieces of Rye bread per burger.

Assemble:  I used bottled Kraft Thousand Island dressing....and spread some on both sides of the toast. Add the Grillers burger, then top with a slice of cheese and the sauteed onions.

Serve with your favorite side!

Jazz up your salad and your lunch hour!

BzzAgent time for me again.  Sampling out the new Lean Cuisine Salad Additions.  They are great "salad fixers" you find with all your other Lean Cuisine options in the freezer section.  All you need to bring along is a bag of lettuce and a tummy growl.

I had the Asian-Style Chicken Salad, which has grilled white meat chicken, edamame, pineapple, broccoli and yellow and orange carrots with sesame ginger vinaigrette and crispy noodles.  You just heat up the chicken and vegetables, then add it to you lettuce with the dressing and noodles.  It was really good...the dressing reminded me of Paul Newman's Asian dressing, which I absolutely LOVE.  It was nice to have to warm additions to my cold salad.



My boyfriend tried the Southwest-Style Chicken Salad, which has grilled white meat chicken, black beans, sweet corn, roasted red peppers and poblano peppers with chipotle ranch dressing and crispy tortilla strips.  He loved it, and it smelled amazing.

I highly recommend giving Lean Cuisine Salad Additions a try, whether or not your working on a New Year's Resolution.  You can keep these in the freezer at work and have a welcome change from your typical microwave meal.