Pyrex glass bakeware has extended it's line to include new glass lids with a silicone seal that is plastic- and BPA-free, airtight and leak-proof. They are also oven and microwave safe and stain and odor resistant. They are available in 2-,4- and 7-cup sizes and come with a microwave-safe, oven-safe and dishwasher safe bowl.
Mars chocolate has launched M&M’S Brand Mint Dark Chocolate Candies, which combines dark chocolate with mint flavoring in a candy shell. These candies are Kosher certified. Each 1.5-ounce (about 1/4 cup) serving size contains 240 calories, 9 grams saturated fat (of 14 grams total) and 23 grams sugar. - bonnie: As a mint and dark chocolate lover, I waslooking forward to sampling these dark chocolate mint M&M morsels. Sadly the round candies taste little like M&Ms and the mint flavor is mostly artificial.
Pepperidge Farm has debuted Jingos! snack crackers available in Lime & Sweet Chili, Parmesan Garlic and Fiesta Cheddar varieties. Each 23-piece serving contains 120-140 calories, 0 grams saturated fat (of 4 grams total), 260-280 milligrams sodium and 2 grams sugar.
Tandoor Chef's Original Naan Pizza is now available in four gourmet varieties including Cilantro Pesto, Margherita, Roasted Eggplant and Spinach & Paneer Cheese. Each 4-ounce serving contains 220 calories, 1 gram saturated fat (of 3 grams total), 437 milligrams sodium and 10 grams protein. Tandoor Chef’s Naan Pizzas meet the growing demand for ethnic inspired pizza flavorings. Hand-Stretched, the all-natural, vegetarian Naan Pizzas are fired in a clay Tandoor Oven at 1,000 degrees F.
Robinhood Meetinghouse unveiled four varieties of ready-to-bake biscuits that are made with all natural ingredients and baked in 25 minutes: Sweet Potato, Double Chocolate, Triple Ginger and Blueberry Biscuits. These biscuits are made with real butter and contain no artificial flavors or colors, corn syrup or genetically modified organisms. Each 3-ounce serving contains 280 calories, 10 grams saturated fat (of 15 grams total), 330 milligrams sodium and 3 grams protein.
Broker's London Dry Gin from Hood River Distillers is 94 proof and it's ingredients include quadruple-distilled pure grain spirit made from English wheat and ten natural botanicals (herbs, spices and fruit). Each 1.5-fluid ounce serving contains 113 calories.
Crispy bite-sized granola chips made with whole grains are available from Willamette Valley Granola Company in four flavors, Butter Pecan, Wild Berry, Honey Nut and Vanilla Bean. Each serving of about 1-ounce contains 110 calories, 0 grams saturated fat (of 2 grams total), 40-110 milligrams sodium and 3 grams fiber. - bonnie - So tell me, why would a company with a love for nature add Stevia to their products. As I've mentioned before, the Center for Science in the Public Interest gave Stevia a “caution” rating, saying, “Just because a substance is natural does not mean that it is safe.”
Mixing healthy drinks on the go has been made easier thanks to BlenderBottle. Not only is it great for mixing drinks, but it can be convenient for carrying water or even using it in the kitchen to easily mix ingredients. This is made possible by the BlenderBall, which is a stainless-steel whisk that helps create a smooth consistency when you shake the bottle. These bottles are BPA-free, phthalate-free, have a SportLoop, allowing the bottle to clip onto bags or clothes, and a rubber grip in your choice of color. -Alyssa Tucker, Intern with BiteoftheBest.com: I love the convenience and versatility of this bottle. I used it to mix together pancake ingredients [...]
Sparkling water available in four flavors — Organic Lemon, Organic Cucumber, Organic Blueberry and Organic Mint — is a flavorful substitute for high calorie, sugary beverages. Sparkling Essence is made with organic ingredients and spring water with each 10.5-fluid ounce serving containing 0 calories, protein, sugars or fat.
Lint Excellence Chocolate has added two new flavors to their line, Coconut and Caramel with a touch of sea salt. Each 1.4-ounce serving, or 4 squares, contains 200-210 calories, 7-9 grams saturated fat ( of 12-14 grams total), 15-60 milligrams sodium, 18-21 grams sugar and 2 grams protein. - Alyssa Tucker, Bite of the Best Intern: Each flavor has a rich, intense chocolate taste and the coconut bar had the right balance of coconut and sweet chocolate. The caramel bar with a touch of seal salt also had a great balance of salty and sweet.
Progresso Recipe Starters are a line of cooking sauces that are available in five flavors: Creamy Parmesan Basil, Creamy Roasted Garlic with Chicken Stock, Fire Roasted Tomato, Cream Portabella Mushroom and Creamy Three Cheese. Each 4.4-ounce serving contains 50-90 calories, 0-2 grams saturated fat (of 1.5-7 grams total) and 340-440 milligrams sodium.
Belle Chevre Original Spreadable cheese made with handcrafted Alabama goat cheese with a shelf life (in the refrigerator) of 75 days is available in a convenient 6-ounce container. Each 1-ounce serving contains 100 calories, 6 grams saturated fat (of 8 grams total fat), 140 milligrams sodium and 6 grams protein. - bonnie - We highly recommend Belle Chevre's cheese, in fact we featured their Belle Go “Fig”ure Chèvre Breakfast Cheese in 2010. Follow @BonnieBOTB
Greek yogurt in the convenience of bar is now available in six flavors: Blueberry Acai, Cherri Almond, Cranberry Almond, Orchard Peach, Toasted Coconut and Apple & Honey. Each 1.4-ounce bar contains 160-170 calories, 2.5 grams saturated fat (of 6 grams total), 40-50 milligrams sodium and 7 grams protein. - Alyssa Tucker, Bite of the Best Intern: I found the Apple & Honey flavor to be the perfect balance of sour apple taste with the sweet flavor of the honey. The yogurt coating mixed with the granola creates a great combination of crunchy, yet still chewy. These bars satisfied both my hunger and sweet tooth.
The Original Brat Hans Organic Chicken Breast Strips are USDA certified strips made without preservatives, antibiotics or hormones. Each 3-ounce serving contains 100 calories, 0 grams saturated fat (of 1 gram total), 290 milligrams sodium and 24 grams protein. - bonnie Check out our FREEBIE page, as you can will
Sheila G's Brownie Brittle recently added Traditional Walnut to their already existing line that include Chocolate Chip and Toffee Crunch flavors. Brownie Brittle is made with all natural ingredients, is certified kosher and peanut free and are 12-month shelf stable. Each 1-ounce serving contains 120 calories, 1 grams saturated fat (of 4 grams total), 95 milligrams sodium and 13-14 grams sugar.
Strawberry, Apricot, Seedless Red Raspberry and Blackberry Pomegranate organic fruit spreads made without high fructose corn syrup, artificial ingredients or preservatives are available from Santa Cruz Organic. Each serving of about .67-ounces contains 40-45 calories, 0 grams fat, 5 milligrams sodium and 10 grams sugar.
Sanders Gourmet Snack Line included Chocolate Covered Gretzels, Chocolate Covered Potato Chips, Cashew Almond Pecan-dy, Chocolate Drizzled Cashew Almond Pecan-dy, Twisted Toffee & Pretzel Bar, Potato Chip Chocolate Bar, Dark Chocolate Cherry Granola Bar, Gretzel Crunch Bar and Crispy Almond Coconut Chocolate Bars. This line includes individual sized packaging, unique flavors and sweet and salty chocolate covered items.
Denizen now offers a white rum made by blending Trinidadian and Jamaican rums. The 80-proof rum's nose consist of tropical floral and fruit notes (toasted coconut, mango and pineapple) and green sugar cane aromas. The finish has a hint of vanilla and wood. - bonnie - We're sharing this with you today, as today — August 16th — is National Rum Day
Pyrex introduced No-Leak Plastic Lids with a clear window and colored outer rim. The lids are BPA-free, airtight to eliminate leaks and spills, and have a vent tab for microwaving. These lids — available in many colors — come in 1-, 2-, 4- and 7-cup rounds or in 3-, 6- and 11-cup rectangle sizes, along with a microwave-safe, oven-safe, dishwasher-safe glass container.
Applegate Organic and Natural Meats offer gluten and casein free pre-cooked grilled chicken breast strips in two flavors. Each 3-ounce serving of the Grilled Strips contains 100 calories, 0 grams saturated fat (of 1 grams total), 290 milligrams sodium and 24 grams protein, while the Southwestern-Style Grilled Strips contain 90 calories, 0 grams saturated fat (of 2 grams total), 340 milligrams sodium and 15 grams protein. - bonnie: Both are easy to add to a soup, salad, pizza or any dish where you might want pre-cooked chicken strips. I prefer the seasoned Southwestern-Style's flavor.
