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Create the Ultimate Sandwich with Maple Leaf Deli-fresh Sandwich Meat-Giveaway

November 16, 2012 by Kathryn

I have to say that overall, I really like making lunches every day, even if I do sometimes flounder for ideas a bit. Zackary is pretty easy to please as far as lunch is concerned; he likes fresh fruit, granola bars and sandwiches loaded with meat. As a result, we go through a lot of deli meat and I always have my eye out for the newest variety to hit the shelves. So I enthusiastically agreed when I was given the chance to try new Maple Leaf Deli-fresh sandwich meat.

maple leaf deli fresh collection As it happens, my small town has a local butcher shop that sells the most amazing beef jerky, sausage and sandwich meat, among other things. Having the meat freshly sliced to order makes a huge difference in the taste and so I was very curious to see if Maple Leaf Deli-fresh sandwich meat could compare.

Maple Leaf Deli-fresh comes in four different varieties and I decided on the Oven Roasted Chicken Breast and Sirloin Roast Beef to review. I sent Zackary off to school with a chicken sandwich on rye, but I knew that to really judge the quality of the meat, I would have to whip up a sandwich for myself too! [Read more...]

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Ham and Cheese Muffins and Other Lunchbox Alternatives to the Sandwich-Find Them at Life Made Delicious #LMDConnector

September 24, 2012 by Kathryn

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When my boys were younger, lunch was as hassle-free as breakfast. I always made sure we had a good supply of kid-friendly favourites like macaroni and cheese, soup, sandwich meat and oriental noodles and when lunch arrived, I just asked my boys what they wanted and they chose from the array of products in the cupboard and fridge.

But now Zackary is in Grade One and that means that I need to find ways to keep his lunches interesting and appealing so that he gets the nourishment he needs for a long day. The snacks are easy; I simply choose from a variety of Zackary’s favourites including pudding, applesauce, fruit slices, granola bars, raw veggies and fruit snacks to make sure that he gets different healthy snacks and treats every day. But keeping the sandwich interesting…now that’s a challenge.

I had been experimenting a bit with different shapes of sandwiches and wraps but I was starting to run out of ideas, so I did what I always do when I need a little inspiration for my meals: I visited the Life Made Delicious website and searched for lunch meals. And that’s when I found a recipe that would be a perfect replacement for Zackary’s sandwich…Ham and Cheese Muffins!

life made delicious ham and cheese muffins [Read more...]

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To Avocado, With Love! Two Tasty Recipes that Will Win Your Heart

September 2, 2012 by Kathryn

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I’m a late adopter of the avocado, but now that I have welcomed it into my life, I can’t get enough! What makes the avocado rank so high in my books? It’s tasty, good for you, makes you feel full and it’s an amazing portable baby and toddler food.

There are so many health benefits to eating avocados. I’m not a nutritionist or scientist, so you can read this article if you’d like a more in-depth description of what this amazing fruit can do for you but here are the basics. Avocados are full of fibre which helps to keep your “plumbing” running smoothly and keep you feeling full longer. They are also a source of lutein, a carotenoid, which is good for your eyes. I’m sure you’ve heard that taking a Folic Acid (or folate) supplement is a must when you’re pregnant or trying to conceive. Well move over horse pills, avocado has you covered by containing about a quarter of your recommended daily intake of folate. But wait a minute, aren’t avocados high in fat? Yes, they are, but it is good fat – the monounsaturated kind. This kind of fat helps to lower your LDL cholesterol levels (the bad cholesterol) and increase your HDL levels (the good cholesterol). [Read more...]

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Pack Healthy Lunches with Rudi’s Organic Bakery and Learn How to Get a Free Rudi’s Official Sandwich Box-Giveaway

August 7, 2012 by Kathryn

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Last year I had my first experience with packing school lunches for my child. Since Zackary was in Kindergarten, I only had to pack him a lunch every other day. But this year he’ll be heading off with a carefully-packed lunch five days a week and so I’m already starting to plan meals for my son that will be portable, interesting and, of course, healthy! This year, one of the products I’ll be using to make my son delicious and healthy lunches is bread from Rudi’s Organic Bakery. I recently received a few coupons to try out the bread for myself and I was excited to see if it tasted as good as it looked!

rudi's organic bakery bread [Read more...]

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Get Gourmet for Lunch with Gluten Free May Family Farms Deli Chicken Meat

July 9, 2012 by Kathryn

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A few months ago I shared my first experience with May Family Farms gluten free deli meats. This tender deli chicken in a variety of flavours is all natural, incredibly delicious and perfect for those that are looking for a healthier sandwich meat or for gluten free lunch options. So when May Family Farms offered to send me a fabulous gift package so that I could get creative and try out some fun recipes with the meat, I was thrilled.

May Family Farms products are perfect for school lunches but there’s no reason to stop enjoying it just because school is out! The meat is also wonderful for picnic lunches, tasty meals at home and all kinds of fabulous recipes! I decided to visit the May Family Farms website and try out one of the recipes for myself.
smoked chicken and hummus wrap [Read more...]

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Making Lunches Just Got Easier with Rubbermaid LunchBlox Kits-Giveaway

June 14, 2012 by Kathryn

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I love reusable lunch containers and since Zackary started preschool back in 2010, I’ve amassed quite a collection. While I still use pre-packaged snacks some days for convenience, I really like being able to pack up small portions of crackers, fruit or other items without using individually packages snacks or creating waste with plastic sandwich and snack bags. So when I heard about the newest lunch-packing products from Rubbermaid, I couldn’t wait to check them out.

Rubbermaid LunchBlox kits are interlocking containers designed to snap together in multiple configurations to efficiently use the space in your lunch box or bag. They are BPA free and freezer, microwave and dishwasher safe. I received both the Salad Kit and the Sandwich Kit to review and I couldn’t wait to try them out.

The first thing I noticed about the LunchBlox was the fact that they used a Blue Ice insert that was specially fitted to work with the LunchBlox containers. To ensure that the lunch I was making stayed cold and fresh, I just popped the Blue Ice insert into the freezer the night before and then locked it into place on the LunchBlox containers when packing up the lunch in the morning. The handy design let the containers snap into the Blue Ice freezer pack to keep the lunch bag neat and the food nice and cold! [Read more...]

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Raise a “Toast” to the 250th Anniversary of the Sandwich with Dempster’s-Giveaway

May 12, 2012 by Kathryn

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Is there anyone that doesn’t love a good sandwich? Whether you’re a gourmet that prefers whole grain bread piled with roasted vegetables, Swiss cheese and Italian dressing or you’re a meat-and-potatoes type that loves a good, old-fashioned ham and cheese on white bread, the reason sandwiches are so popular is because they’re so versatile! And today, one of the world’s most famous food creations of all time celebrates its 250th birthday!

dempster's logo Now the idea of combining bread and tasty filling has been around for much longer than that. But it was on May 21, 1762 when the combination got its current name thanks to John Montagu. [Read more...]

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Show Off Your Sandwich-Making Skills in the ACE Bakery Canada’s Best Sandwich Contest-Giveaway

April 21, 2012 by Kathryn

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There’s nothing better than a great sandwich; with some amazing artisan bread and the right ingredients, a sandwich can go from ordinary to extraordinary. Amazing artisan breads are something that ACE Bakery knows very, very well and right now ACE Bakery wants to know how you can turn any one of their breads into an incredible sandwich in the Canada’s Best Sandwich Contest!

One winner will be chosen from four different regions across Canada to receive $1000 for themselves and $1000 for their favourite charity. The winners will then compete in an ultimate sandwich-making event for the grand prize of $5000 cash and $5000 for their favourite charity! I received a basket of ACE Bakery treats to help inspire me to make my own creation and as soon as I saw the jar of ACE Bakery Organic Honey, I got inspired and came up with the Sweet and Tangy Avocado Sandwich.

Kat’s Sweet and Tangy Avocado Sandwich

Ingredients:

2 slices ACE Bakery Honey Whole Wheat Artisan Bread

2 oz. aged cheddar cheese, sliced

1 avocado, sliced

1 tomato, sliced

2 tsp. ACE Bakery Organic Honey

2 tsp. Balsalmic vinegar of Modena

lettuce leaves

olive oil, salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

Brush bread with olive oil and broil in toaster oven until light golden.

Spread one slice of bread with honey and add sliced aged cheddar cheese, avocado and tomato.

Drizzle balsamic vinegar over vegetables and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Top with lettuce and second slice of bread. Cut in half and enjoy!

Serves One

I started by brushing two pieces of bread with olive oil and toasting them under a broiler until they were slightly golden on both sides. I think that the Honey Whole Wheat Oval from ACE Bakery would be the best choice for this sandwich but this time I used slices from a Rustic Italian Oval loaf. Then I spread one slice of bread with the ACE Bakery Organic Honey. I layered aged cheddar cheese, avocado and tomato on the bread and then added salt, pepper and a hearty drizzle of Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. A piece of lettuce and the final slice of bread completed my creation!

I thought the idea of using honey on a savoury sandwich would create an interesting taste when paired with the balsamic vinegar and I loved the result! The sweet honey and tangy vinegar blended so nicely and added great flavour to the veggies. I don’t know if it’s Canada’s Best Sandwich, but it’s certainly one that I’ll make again!

If you want to enter to win the grand prize, why not come up with your own tasty sandwich creation using ACE Bakery bread? And if you’re in need of a little inspiration you’re in luck, because one lucky Mommy Kat and Kids reader is going to win a gift basket of ACE Bakery snacks and treats worth $50 to help ignite your imagination. To enter just leave a blog comment about what would be on your ultimate sandwich!

finished kat's sweet and tangy avocado sandwich

A good sandwich is wonderful for breakfast, lunch or dinner but a great sandwich just might be responsible for a hefty deposit in your bank account! You have until May 23 to submit your recipe so pick up a loaf of artisan bread from ACE Bakery, grab your favourite ingredients, and get cooking! You may just find out that you’re the creator of Canada’s Best Sandwich!