#HealthyStart - Quick Daily Sauce That Can Do So Much from MiSOgood!

 *DISCLOSURE* Thank you to MiSOgood for providing product samples in order to facilitate this post.  All thoughts are strictly my own. 

One of our favorite new ways to mix things up in the kitchen is by using a little MiSOgood Quick Daily Sauce to perk up any meal!

MiSOgood is the first user friendly miso that you can pour straight from the bottle to season dishes, or simply add hot water for soup.  This sauce is is lovingly crafted using organic ingredients, employing the same methods that have been utilized in Japan for 1,300 years.  After being hand crafted it is slowly barrel aged to perfection. 

MiSOgood is available in 6 different flavors - 3 soups & 3 sauces, but all are multifunctional : 

Sweet and Savory Miso

Brown Rice miso 

Soy-Free Miso (made with fermented rice) 

Teriyaki Miso

Spicy miso

Sesame miso,    

Each bottle contains 20 servings of sauce!  That's a lot of flavor packed in one bottle!  

We got to try the Spicy Miso and the Teriyaki Miso:

Teriyaki Miso: A touch of tangy. Sweet tangy sauce meets everyone’s favorite miso.

This sauce is perfect for seasoning meat, fish, and veggies.  We poured in about a tablespoon of this sauce with our stir fried veggies for a quick an easy meal over brown rice.  

Yum!  You can also use a tablespoon as a base for dressings.

Spicy Miso: A mix of spicy and savory.  Heats up any meal!

This sauce is also great for adding a little heat and savory flavor to meat, fish, and veggies. You can also use it to create your own condiments like Spicy Miso Mayo, the perfect spread for a sandwich!  We also used our Spicy Miso in a yummy focaccia bread recipe found on MiSOgood's website:

It was delicious as a side for soup and made great sandwiches the next day, tender and flavorful!

Another favorite recipe from the website was the risotto.  We tweaked it a bit to our tastes and used the Spicy Miso sauce and it was amazingly tasty!

You can find tons of MiSO Good recipes to spark creativity in your kitchen! MiSOgood is available online and they offer free shipping.  Making flavorful meals on the fly never tasted so good!

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#ValentinesDayGiftGuide - Spice Things Up with HEPP'S Salt this Valentine's Day! + Giveaway

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Foodie gifts are my favorite gifts and it doesn't get much better than a collection of super awesome gourmet salts!  HEPP'S Salt Co. has some really great salt collections and today I am going to share our two favorites!  

 

HEPP'S Salt Co. uses only fresh, natural, and organic sea salts harvested directly from the source.  No additives, no anti-caking agents; just pure, high-quality sea salt.  These collections feature finishing salts, seasoning salts, cooking salts and blended salts.  Truly a salt for every need!

Hot Box Gift Set

If you like things spicy, this collection is for you. It features some really awesome salt blends that will knock your socks off with flavor! 

Collection includes: 

Chipotle Sea Salt

Habanero Sea Salt

Ghost Pepper Sea Salt

Scorpion Sea Salt

Sriracha Sea Salt

Chef's Collection Gift Set

Chef’s collection was put together for the master chef within all of us. No matter your skill level, this collection is a must have for the home chef. Whatever you are cooking, add any one of these salts and taste the difference! 

Collection includes: 

Applewood Smoked Sea Salt

Black Truffle Sea Salt

Himalayan Pink Sea Salt

Roasted Garlic Sea Salt

Black Lava Sea Salt.  

These salts are amazingly versatile and really make your dishes pop.  We had a salt sampling where we sprinkled a little of each salt on sliced tomatoes and let me tell you...we've never loved tomatoes so much!

 The collections come with these sweet wooden storage shelves which are perfect for keeping things organized in your pantry or spice cabinet.

Just imagine the many uses for these awesome salts in your culinary adventures!  The delicious possibilities are endless! Treat your foodie Valentine with a gourmet salt collection from HEPP'S Salt Co. this Valentine's Day!

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#ValentinesDayGiftGuide - Give Your Valentine the Gift of Wellness with Buddha Teas!

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We believe in the power of tea around here and we drink a lot of it to maintain a healthy lifestyle naturally.  I personally love getting tea as a gift so that's exactly what we have for you today...Buddha Teas!

Buddha Teas offers an extensive line of wellness teas that offer up lots of health benefits.  We got to check out the Premium Blends Bundle which contains 11 awesome boxes of Buddha Teas.  It would make a lovely gift for the tea lover or health conscious Valentine!  Take a look at the lovely teas that come in the Premium Blends Bundle:

Calm Buddha Blend

This smooth herbal blend features the soothing floral notes of chamomile, skullcap and lavender, with a touch of spearmint and cinnamon.

Cold Weather Karma Blend

 Feel warm down to your toes with luscious elderberry, smooth marshmallow and nettle leaf, potent eucalyptus and a finishing hibiscus note.

Detox Dharma Blend

Combining eight thoughtful herbs into one tea, including turmeric root, ginger root, sarsaparilla root, licorice root, and fennel seed, this is one powerful, delicious blend.

Digestive Nirvana Blend

 Potent licorice, anise and fennel seed blend with ginger spice and smooth papaya in this dynamic herbal blend.

Divine Immunity Blend

 Feel empowered with this potent blend of elderberry, nettle leaf, rose hips and hyssop, accented by organic cranberry.

Mushroom Wellness Blend

Powerful mushroom blend that includes chaga, reishi, cordyceps, and lion's mane, and does not taste like soup! Delightful, immune-boosting, drinkable.

Pure Mind Blend

Free your thoughts with the savory taste of classic herbs like rosemary, sage, oregano and holy basil in this clever blend.

Skinny Buddha Blend

 Enjoy a smooth green tea base accented by cranberry, hibiscus and lemongrass in a blend that tastes like an indulgence without actually being one.

Sleepy Temple Blend

Drift away with the refreshing floral notes of lavender, chamomile and jasmine flower, enhanced by a note of cool spearmint in this luxurious blend.

Zen Cleanse Blend

Purify your life with this blend of ginger, earthy dandelion root, and the dynamic tastes of cranberry, hibiscus and spearmint.

Zenergy Blend

Soak up the stimulating taste of green tea, ginger, maca, ginkgo and ashwagandha in this organic blend.

The amazing teas you find at Buddha Teas. They are pure and natural and free from chemicals, preservatives and added flavorings.  Just pure, flavorful teas packed with so many health benefits! Buddha Teas are minimally processed, preserving the integrity of the herbs and tea leaves and they are beautifully presented in eco-friendly packaging.

Buddha Teas has a ginormous selection of teas to choose from including some really great deals on tea bundles.  If your Valentine loves tea, a gift from Buddha Teas will really hit the spot!

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#ValentinesDayGiftGuide - Foodie Valentines Will Love "Lick The Bowl" from RylieCakes!

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I adore cookbooks!  I also love whipping up gluten free goodies for my family!  RylieCakes' Lick the Bowl is a cookbook packed with amazing gluten free recipes, therefore I say it makes the perfect gift for your foodie Valentine this year!

Whether you are gluten free for an allergy or intolerance, trying to bake with less refined flours or just love trying out new recipes, this book is a winner!

In fact, my bet is you won't even be able to tell most of these yummies are gluten free!

It can be hard to find good recipes for gluten free foods, especially baked goods.  RylieCakes has taken all the guesswork out of it though.  No more wasting money and time on "cross your fingers and hope this one works" recipes only to be disappointed by your results.

This book is bursting with tried and true recipes that are sure to please your whole family!

You will find both sweet and savory recipes in Lick the Bowl and these will be recipes you find yourself using over and over again!

These recipes are easy to understand and follow, use easy to find ingredients and the food-tography is mouthwateringly gorgeous!  No matter what point you're at in your gluten free baking journey, Lick the Bowl is going to be one of your favorite cookbooks!

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Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

#HealthyStart - Stay Fresh with Thinx Period Underwear!

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If you are looking to shrink your carbon footprint, detoxify your beauty routine, shave a little off your budget or any combination of those, you should look into Thinx period underwear!

Thinx are washable, reusable underwear designed to replace pads and tampons, or be worn with tampons and cups for extra protection on the days you need it.  They are made to look and feel like regular underwear and have a sneaky superpower...ultimate period protection!  They are super absorbent and are built to hold up to 5 regular tampons’ worth, without feeling bulky.  Super breathable cotton helps to draw away moisture and dry fast.  Check out a few of our favorite designs:

air Bikini

My absolute favorite is the air Bikini.  They are made from an ultra-thin micromesh that keeps things cool and dry.  These remind me of a seamless panty and can be worn with leggings and other close-fitting workout gear without adding bulk.  Love them!

Sport

I love this design because it is built specifically for ease of movement.  You can wear them with pretty much any thing and have zero restriction to your movement.  Perfect for working out and everyday wear!

Cotton Brief

These are super comfy!  Great for lounging or sleeping in.  They are more full coverage than the other two I tried, but still not overly bulky.  I really love the feel of cozy organic cotton!

All three pair work amazingly well and I am really excited be able to include them in my wardrobe this year!  What a great way to rid your beauty routine of toxins, reduce waste AND save money!  If you've been looking for an alternative to your current period protection, you should give Thinx a try!

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#ValentinesDayGiftGuide - Give a Unique Gift with a Pinkglow Pineapple from Melissa's Produce!

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Today we have a super unique gift that is perfect for the Valentine who has everything!  A Pinkglow Pineapple from Melissa's Produce! 

Never heard of Pinkglow?  This fun pineapple is super rare and can only be found at Melissa's Produce.  They are so highly sought after that they come with a certificate of authenticity! 

Pinkglow pink pineapples grow on a select farm in the South-Central region of Costa Rica, which has the ideal soil and climate for growing pineapples. 

Fresh Del Monte has been developing and testing the Pinkglow™ pink pineapple for over 16+ years to ensure the perfect taste and aromas, creating a blend that’s just right.

It is super sweet and smells heavenly!  

The pineapples are delivered without their crowns to protect the authenticity of this delicacy. 

Fresh Del Monte Produce is currently planting those pineapple crowns in an effort to increase the volume of Pinkglow pink pineapple crops and reduce waste.

Just look at that gorgeous pink color!  We ate ours fresh for dessert, but just imagine all of the impressive and tasty things you could do with yours!

A signature cocktail maybe?  Ice cream topping perhaps? Grilled for a savory and sweet dinner accompaniment?

The options are endless!  If you have a Valentine who has everything or maybe one who is really into trying unique and fun foods, a Pinkglow Pineapple is sure to be a unique and memorable gift this Valentine's Day!

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#ValentinesDayGiftGuide - Impress Your Valentine with Sweet Treats and Jerky from Sunnyland Farms!

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Holy cannoli! If you want to impress your Valentine, you should definitely check out Sunnyland Farms!  They have an amazing selection of some of the tastiest treats that are sure to delight your favorite person!

Get ready for a mouthwatering tour while we share our favorite Sunnyland Farms goodies with y'all!

First up, the Valentine Sampler!

This gorgeous limited edition gift box include a bag each of 3 types of pecans (Simply Cinnamon Pecans, Honey-Kissed Pecans and Choco-Pecans) and a stack of decadent Pecan Pralines. 

The nuts are all fantastic!  What a great sampler!  We especially love the Simply Cinnamon pecans...yummo!  The Pecan Pralines are absolutely melt-in-your-mouth perfection!

Sunnyland Farms' Chocolate Carousel

Chocolate, Chocolate, Chocolate! This gorgeous tin features three yummy milk chocolate candies.  You get two layers of delectable Pecan Caramel Clusters (1 full pound!) Choco-Pecans (9 ozs) and buttery Almond Toffee (6 ozs). This is a gift meant to be shared (if you're lucky!)

If your Valentine is a milk chocolate lover, this carousel will really hit the bullseye!

Sunnyland Turtles with Fresh Pecans

Another awesome tin that is sure to be a hit is this gorgeous tin filled to the brim with chewy, chocolatey Turtles made with fresh pecans!  

These clusters are packed with deliciousness...it's no wonder they are such a popular treat!  Crisp pecan pieces smothered with thick creamy caramel and enrobed in Sunnyland Farm's rich dark chocolate. OMGoodness!!  Plus, each Cluster is individually wrapped for freshness. Some of the finest gourmet candy in the South!

If your Valentine prefers the savory, don't worry!  Sunnyland Farms has got you covered with their hand crafted beef jerky!

This beef jerky is ridiculously good!  It tastes super fresh and is so tender and flavorful!  They come in four-ounce vacuum packed packages that will keep the meat fresh for weeks, if it lasts that long without getting eaten!

Everything we tried from Sunnyland Farms was ridiculously good and so super fresh!  These items would make amazing Valentine's Gifts this year and will really wow your loved ones.  There really is something for everyone at Sunnyland Farms, so get ready to be the best Valentine gift giver ever!

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Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.