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Jennie-0 Turkey Bacon

Jennie-O  launched a turkey bacon that has 60% less sodium and fat than conventional pork bacon, according to USDA data. Jennie-O contains no MSGs, high-fructose corn syrup, artificial sweeteners, trans fats or partially hydrogenated fats. Each .5-ounce serving contains 30 calories, 0.5 grams saturated fat (of 2.5 gram total), 130 milligrams sodium and 2 grams protein.   - bonnie: I attended a Jennie-O breakfast where I sampled breakfast recipes created by Devin Alexander using this new bacon. All were mighty tasty! Although the bacon doesn't look like regular bacon, the flavor is quite good. I'd recommend giving it a try. Follow @BonnieBOTB

By |2017-08-31T14:00:49-04:00November 1st, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Pepperidge Farm Milano Melts and Slices

Pepperidge Farm has introduced Milano Slices Salted Pretzel and Milano Melts Vanilla Crème. Milano Slices Salted Pretzel are a crunchy combination of sweet and salty flavors, which contain 140 calories, 3 grams saturated fat (of 7 grams total), 190 milligrams sodium and 9 grams sugar per 3-cookie serving. Milano Melts Vanilla Crème is a crispy, chocolaty cookie with a velvety crème filling with 140 calories, 2 grams saturated fat (of 7 grams total fat), 65 milligrams sodium and 11 grams sugar per 2-cookie serving size.  

By |2019-05-06T16:07:19-04:00October 31st, 2012|Food & Drinks|0 Comments
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Pacific Natural Foods Holiday Classics

Pacific Natural Foods has launched a new line of classic holiday accompaniments made from simple recipes and organic ingredients. Each 1/2-cup serving of the Organic Pumpkin Puree contains 40 calories, no fat, 4 grams sugar, 4 grams fiber and 1 gram protein. A 1/4-cup serving of Organic Turkey Gravy, Organic Whole Berry Cranberry sauce or Jellied Cranberry sauce contains 40-120 calories, 0-0.5 grams saturated fat (of 0-2 grams total), 26-29 grams sugar and 0-1 grams protein. The entire line, like all of Pacific’s products, is packaged in BPA-free Tetra Recart cartons to ensure freshness and eliminate the “tinny” taste of canned goods  

By |2017-08-31T14:00:49-04:00October 30th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Onion Crunch

Loeb's introduces an all-natural, onion flavored topping called Onion Crunch. The topping is crunchy onions and known for topping off hot dogs, but can be used on hamburgers, pizza, vegetables, salads and even to top your Thanksgiving green bean casserole. Each 2-tablespoon serving contains 40 calories, 1.5 grams saturated fat (of 3 grams total) and 40 milligrams sodium.   - bonnie: The ingredients are only onion, oil, flour and salt. Use in place of Seneca Crisp Onions, which are no longer on supermarket shelves. Follow @BonnieBOTB

By |2017-08-31T14:00:49-04:00October 29th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Freekeh Foods

Freekeh Foods has introduced three ancient grain varietals of Freekeh, a roasted green wheat: Original, Tamari and Rosemary Sage. These are made without the use of additives, preservatives or GMOs (genetically modified organisms). Each 1.4-cup serving contains 120 - 130 calories, 0 grams saturated fat (of 1 gram total), 4 grams fiber, 0 - 150 milligrams sodium and 8 grams protein. -Alyssa Tucker, Bite of the Best Intern: I enjoyed the flavor of the Rosemary Sage Freekeh as it was not overpowering and the freekeh did not have a grainy texture.  

By |2017-08-31T14:00:49-04:00October 28th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Bolthouse Farms Holiday Nog

Bolthouse Farm has introduced a Holiday Nog, available mid-October till December, made with milk and eggs. Each 4-fluid ounce serving contains 80 calories, 1 gram saturated fat (of 1.5 grams total fat), 45 milligrams sodium, 12 grams sugar and 4 grams protein.   - Alyssa Tucker, Bite of the Best Intern:  This low calorie eggnog tastes great, yet the consistency is a little watery compared to the usual thick, creamy eggnog I usually have. 

By |2017-08-31T14:00:50-04:00October 27th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|3 Comments
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Kettle Brand Chips

Kettle Brand chips has brought back four original flavors in honor of their 30th anniversary, including Red Chili, Jalapeño Jack, Cheddar Beer and Salsa with Mesquite. Each 1-ounce serving contains 150 calories, 0.5-1 grams saturated fat (of 8-9 grams total), 130-170 milligrams sodium and 2 grams protein.   - Alyssa Tucker, Bite of the Best Intern: Jalapeño Jack has a salty Jack cheese flavor mixed with the spice of red and green peppers that make for a salty and spicy chip. Salsa with Mesquite  — my favorite — has a strong sweet mesquite flavor discernible after eating. Cheddar Beer had a strong cheddar cheese flavor and a somewhat chalky texture to the [...]

By |2017-08-31T14:00:50-04:00October 26th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Thomas’ Cranberry English Muffins and Bagels

Real cranberries baked into a bagel or English muffin are now available from Thomas' as a limited edition seasonal product, available through January. Each ~3-ounce bagel contains 260 calories, 0 grams saturated fat (of 1.5 grams total) 430 milligrams sodium and 10 grams protein. Each ~2-ounce English muffin contains 140 calories, 0 grams saturated fat (of 1 gram total) 230 milligrams sodium and 4 grams protein. - bonnie - The addition of the dried cranberries are perfect for the season! Follow @BonnieBOTB

By |2017-08-31T14:00:50-04:00October 25th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Buff Lo Dip

Buff Lo Dip is a buffalo wing and ranch flavored dipping sauce that is good as a dip or can be used on various foods like hamburgers, tacos, hot dogs and pizza. Buff Lo Dip just won the Editors Pick award from Progressive Grocer Magazine . Each 2-tablespoon serving contains 60 calories, 3.5 grams saturated fat (of 5 grams total), 170 milligrams sodium and 1 gram protein.   - Alyssa Tucker, Bite of the Best Intern: I tried the dip with chicken tenders and found it to be a nice twist to the ordinary ranch. It is slightly thicker than ranch has a nice kick to it, but not too [...]

By |2017-08-31T14:00:50-04:00October 23rd, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|6 Comments
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Crunchmaster Crackers

Cheddar flavored Cheezy Crisps and Cinnamon & Sugar Grammy Crisps are the newest additions to Crunchmaster gluten-free cracker line. A 1-ounce serving of Cheezy Crisps contains 120 calories, 0 grams saturated fat (of 3 grams total), 220 milligrams sodium and 2 grams protein. A 1-ounce serving of Grammy Crisps contains 130 calories, 0 grams saturated fat (of 2 grams total), 150 milligrams sodium and 2 grams protein.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:50-04:00October 20th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|1 Comment
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CedarLEAN Entrées

CedarLEAN has debuted entrees that include both a soup and a wrap in three varieties; Lentil Vegetable Soup and Samosa Wrap, Mediterranean Wrap & Minestrone Soup and Butternut Squash Soup & Quinoa Wrap. These microwavable  meals are made with all-natural ingredients and each 9-ounce serving contains 220-230 calories, 2-2.5 grams saturated fat (of 7-8 grams total), 480-700 milligrams sodium and 10 grams protein.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:50-04:00October 19th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|1 Comment
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Planters NUT●rition Energy Mix Peanut Butter

Planters has put a new twist on peanut butter with NUT●rition Energy Mix available in three varieties: Banana Granola Nut, Berry Nut and Cinnamon Raisin Granola Nut. Each 1-ounce serving contains 180-190 calories, 2-2.5 grams saturated fat ( of 13-15 grams total), 130 milligrams sodium and 6-7 grams protein.   - Alyssa Tucker, Bite of the Best Intern: I loved the granola and nut pieces and how they gave the peanut butter a crunchy, yet flavorful, texture. I also love putting one of these new peanut butters on a bagel or muffin in the morning, making for an easy nutritious breakfast.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:50-04:00October 18th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|2 Comments
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Crunch Pak Flavorz Sliced Apples

Crunch Pak has introduced apple slices infused with natural flavoring available in three flavors: Peach Mango, Grape and Strawberry Vanilla Cream. These apple slices are a great source of vitamin C and each 2-ounce serving contains 35 calories, 0 grams total fat and  5 grams sugar.   - Alyssa Tucker, Bite of the Best Intern: I loved the convenience of the pre-cut apple slices in the small bag. Each added flavor was not over powering, so you can still taste the freshness of the apple.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:50-04:00October 16th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Skeeter Snacks

Nut-allergies are on the rise and Skeeter Snacks is dedicated to providing nut-free snack options  made in a nut-free facility. Available in three flavors: Chocolate Chunk, Golden Oatmeal and Skeeter Doodle. Each 1.4-ounce, two-cookie serving contains 170-190 calories, 3.5-7 grams saturated fat (of 0-7 grams total), 120-230 milligrams sodium and 14-21 grams sugar.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:51-04:00October 15th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Good Food Made Simple Egg Patties

Good Food Made Simple has introduced  egg patties available in whole eggs or egg whites, that are ready in 80-seconds. Each 2-ounce serving of the whole eggs contains 70 calories, 1.5 grams saturated fat (of 4 grams total), 140 milligrams sodium and 6 grams protein; the egg whites 35 calories, 0 grams saturated fat (of 0 grams total), 140 milligrams sodium and 6 grams protein.      - bonnie: These egg patties make for a super-quick breakfast on the run prepared in less time than it takes to toast an English muffin. It's especially for those who don't want to dirty a pan cooking an egg. Follow @BonnieBOTB

By |2017-08-31T14:00:51-04:00October 13th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|1 Comment
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Capri Sun Super V

Capri Sun has expanded it's line to include a fruit and vegetable drink that is available in three flavors: Apple, Berry and Fruit Punch. Each is 3/4  fruit juice and 1/4 vegetable juice. Each 177ml pouch contains 70 calories, 0 grams fat, 20 milligrams sodium and 14 grams sugar.     - Alyssa Tucker, Bite of the Best Intern: As a kid, I always loved Capri Sun, and now I love them even more because of this great tasting fruit and vegetable drink. The Apple is my because it is full of flavor and did not leave a chalky feeling in my mouth like other fruit drinks. It tasted like biting [...]

By |2017-08-31T14:00:51-04:00October 12th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Surf Sweet Spooky Spiders

Surf Sweet introduced Spooky Spiders gummies made with organic fruit juice and sweeteners, available in four flavors: cherry, blueberry, tangerine and lime. These Halloween treats are allergy friendly, gluten free and a portion of each sale goes to EcoMom Alliance, a non-profit organization nurturing, connecting and empowering mothers to create a healthy and sustainable world. Each serving of about 1.5-ounces contains 130 calories, zero fat, 15 milligrams sodium and 19 grams sugar.   - Alyssa Tucker, Bite of the Best Intern: These generously sized spider-shaped gummies had a very chewy, sweet taste. I liked how each spider is a little bigger than a quarter, so it doesn't take a lot of spiders to [...]

By |2017-08-31T14:00:51-04:00October 10th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Pepperidge Farm Limited Edition Caramel Apple Swirl Bread

Pepperidge Farm Caramel Apple flavored Swirl Bread is available only through November 2012. Each 1.3-ounce serving contains 120 calories, 0 grams saturated fat (of 2.5 grams total), 130 milligrams sodium, 7 grams sugar and 4 grams protein.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:51-04:00October 9th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|3 Comments
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Fiber One Nutty Clusters and Almonds Cereal

Fiber One has introduced Nutty Clusters and Almonds loaded with fiber. Each serving of about 2-ounces contains 180 calories, 0 grams saturated fat (of 3 total), 230 milligrams sodium, 11 grams fiber and 23 grams whole grains.   - Alyssa Tucker, Bite of the Best Intern: I loved the crunchy texture of the cereal, as well as the rich flavor.  

By |2017-08-31T14:00:51-04:00October 8th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Mediterranean Snacks Lentil Crackers

Mediterranean Snacks Lentil Crackers, the first bean-based snack, have recently hit shelves in three  flavors; Sea Salt, Rosemary Herb and Cracked Pepper. Each serving of about 1-ounce contains 110 calories, 0 grams saturated fat (of 3 grams total), 200 milligrams sodium and 5 grams protein.     - Alyssa Tucker, Bite of the Best Intern:My favorite of the line was Cracked Pepper because of their strong, almost spicy, pepper flavoring. Their slender, rectangular shape also makes them great to use with dips.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:51-04:00October 7th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|2 Comments
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