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There Goes October

Posted on November 1, 2010October 31, 2010 by Mandy

We’ve had such a busy, busy month that I feel like I’ve just blinked and October has passed me right by.   In the next few days I plan on sharing some more personal posts about what our family has been up to this month. 

Tonight we will be taking E.B. trick-or-treating.  Yes, on November 1.  Our city decided that since Halloween was on a Sunday this year that trick-or-treating would take place on Monday.  I figured we would have some early trick-or-treaters around our house, but so far we haven’t.  Thank goodness, because I didn’t buy candy to hand out because we don’t plan on being home tonight. 

So how was YOUR Halloween?  What costumes did your children (or YOU) wear?  How much candy did you score?  I’d love to hear all about it!

Lawry’s “What’s Your Flavor?” Giveaway

Posted on October 31, 2010November 5, 2010 by Mandy

Lawry’s, the makers of great marinades and seasonings, recently conducted a survey and found that your choice of flavor can reveal some interesting things about your personality.

What’s your flavor?

  • Joyous Joiners – Tart Flavors
    If you are one for tart flavors, you tend to be extremely happy overall, particularly with your family, finances, work/life balance and even your health. As a Joyous Joiners you are an extrovert who loves to entertain at home, find it very important to join in social events in your community and are active on the greatest number of social networking sites.
  • Self-Assured Adventurers – Spicy Flavors If your preference is for spicy flavors, consider yourself a confident, adventurous individual with a passion for travel and cooking. You are the biggest risk taker and although impulsive, you are not reckless – as a Self-Assured Adventurer you also tend to be resourceful, analytical, and most able to “look at the big picture.”
  • The Sweet Lifers – Sweet Flavors
    As a Sweet Lifer, home and family are close to your heart. You are the kindest and most loyal, although you probably wouldn´t admit that as you are also the most modest. As an individual that prefers sweeter flavors (honey and fruit-infused), you are influenced by your parents, enjoy family entertainment, and consider yourself spiritual.
  • The Conventionalists – Savory Flavors
    Your passion for savory flavors shows you have an enthusiasm for politics, enjoy camping and hiking and love outdoor barbeques and American cuisine. Along with the other Conventionalists, you tend to be more introverted than the rest of the groups and often describe yourself as a homebody.

I suppose I’m a combination of a Conventionalist and Sweet Lifer.  I love savory flavors, but I also can appreciate a good fruit-infused dish when done right.

Lawry´s has something for you no matter what your flavor is, including two new marinades and four new Seasoning Mix packets that help create simple meals with an abundance of flavor:

Marinades

  • Szechuan Sweet & Sour BBQ gives meat a delicious sweet and sour flavor with a touch of Szechuan heat
  • Tuscan Sun-Dried Tomato includes extra virgin olive oil, sun-dried tomatoes, sweet red bell peppers and the perfect blend of herbs

Seasoning Mixes

  • Asian Style Beef & Broccoli – This easy to prepare stir fry meal will remind your family of their favorite Asian restaurant. The dish combines beef, broccoli and seasonings with a hint of garlic. Serve it over rice and you have a complete, satisfying meal.
  • Chimichurri Burrito Casserole – Lawry´s gives the familiar Burrito casserole a new twist with this traditional Latin American sauce. With a few simple fresh ingredients, mealtime just got a lot more exciting.
  • Mediterranean Sundried Tomato & Garlic Chicken – Add a taste of the Mediterranean to your family´s casserole. This easy to bake casserole combines chicken, pasta, tomatoes and Feta cheese to easily make a flavorful meal any night of the week.
  • Tuscan Style Chicken Marsala with Garlic and Basil– Chicken Marsala is a restaurant favorite, but it might not make the menu at home. This effortless version comes together on your stovetop with just a few fresh ingredients. Flavorful garlic and basil gives this meal its own Tuscan flair, perfect for serving over pasta or rice

WIN IT!

Lawry’s and MyBlogSpark have generously provided a Lawry’s Seasoning Prize Pack for one of my lucky readers!  It includes a marinating dish, a set of skewers, Lawry´s two new marinades, as well as a sample of each of the four new Seasoning Mixes and a bottle of Lawry´s Seasoned Salt.

TO ENTER:

Leave a comment on this post telling me what YOUR flavor is (Tart, Spicy, Sweet, or Savory).  Deadline to enter is Thursday, November 4, 2010  at 11 PM Central. U.S. Only. Void where prohibited.

BONUS ENTRIES:

After you have left a comment (see above), you can also earn up to 5 bonus entries! Choose as many (or all five) of the options below as you want:

1. Subscribe to Mommy Cracked in a reader by clicking here. (Leave a comment on this post telling me you did so).

2. Subscribe to Mommy Cracked by email and confirm the subscription. This option is in the sidebar. (Leave a comment on this post telling me you did so)

3. Tweet this contest and leave a comment on this post with your link on Twitter.

4. Click here to follow me on Twitter and leave a comment on this post telling me you did so.

5. Click hereto become a fan of Mommy Cracked on Facebook and leave a comment on this post telling me you did so.

That’s it! Good luck!

The Lawry´s products, information and additional prize pack to give away were all given to me from Lawry´s through MyBlogSpark.

Betty Crocker Potato Buds Review & Giveaway

Posted on October 29, 2010November 5, 2010 by Mandy

With the weather getting cooler, there is nothing better than comfort food.  One of my favorite comfort foods is mashed potatoes.  My grandmother always made them homemade and they were so good.  Like many women, I don’t always have time to make homemade mashed potatoes, but Betty Crocker’s Potato Buds are just as good when I need a quick side dish for our meals.

Right now you can print a coupon for .55 cents off one package of Betty Crocker Potato Buds as well as visit www.bettycrocker.com and www.liveglutenfreely.com for some great recipes, like this Cheesy Broccoli-Potato Soup or Beef Pot Pie with Potato Biscuit Crust.  Those definitely count as comfort foods in my book!

Be sure to follow Betty Crocker on Twitter and “Like” the Facebook page to keep up with all of the latest news on your Betty Crocker favorites

GIVEAWAY:

Betty Crocker and MyBlogSpark have generously offered one Mommy Cracked reader the prize pack pictured above, which includes a box of Betty Crocker Potato Buds, a serving bowl, a trivet and a serving spoon.

TO ENTER:

Leave a comment on this post telling me what YOUR favorite cold weather comfort food is.  

Deadline to enter is Thursday, November 4, 2010  at 11 PM Central. U.S. Only. Void where prohibited.

BONUS ENTRIES:

After you have left a comment (see above), you can also earn up to 5 bonus entries! Choose as many (or all five) of the options below as you want:

1. Subscribe to Mommy Cracked in a reader by clicking here. (Leave a comment on this post telling me you did so).

2. Subscribe to Mommy Cracked by email and confirm the subscription. This option is in the sidebar. (Leave a comment on this post telling me you did so)

3. Tweet this contest and leave a comment on this post with your link on Twitter.

4. Click here to follow me on Twitter and leave a comment on this post telling me you did so.

5. Click here to become a fan of Mommy Cracked on Facebook and leave a comment on this post telling me you did so.

That’s it! Good luck!

The product, prize pack, information and additional prize pack to give away were all given to me from Betty Crocker through MyBlogSpark.

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