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Easy Weeknight Pasta Alfredo – Quick, Easy & Delicious (+ Grab Big Savings On Arla Cream Cheese At Publix)

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This post is sponsored by Arla. All comments and opinions are my own.

Have you had the opportunity to take advantage of that big Arla Cream Cheese coupon that I shared the other day? Don't forget that you can head over to the Get the Savings page and print a coupon to save $1.50 off any of the tasty varieties carried at Publix.

  • Original
  • Herbs & Spices
  • Strawberry
  • Skyr
  • Mediterranean Garden (in select locations)

As you can see there are lots of choices. Grab your favorite and use it to whip up a batch of my Easy Weeknight Pasta Alfredo. Any of the flavors with the exception of Strawberry will be amazing in this recipe.

I used a tub of Arla Skyr to whip up my Alfredo sauce.

Arla Skyr Cream Cheese starts with the classic Arla cream cheese recipe and introduces skyr, an Icelandic-style yogurt, into the mix, resulting in a great-tasting Icelandic cream cheese spread that’s naturally higher in protein and lower in sugar and fat than their Original Cream Cheese. It adds a great flavor to my pasta dish and will be perfect in any of your favorite recipes.

Easy Weeknight Pasta Alfredo
 
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Serves: 6 - 8
Ingredients
  • ½ cup butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 7 oz Arla Cream Cheese
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half & half
  • 6 oz parmesan cheese (fresh grated)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • parsley, if desired
  • cooked pasta
Instructions
  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan and add garlic over low heat.
  2. Saute for one minute and stir in the Arla Cream Cheese, milk and cream.
  3. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Increase heat to medium high and simmer for 5 - 7 minutes, whisking often.
  5. Add the parmesan cheese and pepper and stir to combine.
  6. Once the cheese has melted, toss with pasta and top with parsley.
  7. Serve warm.

Notice that my recipe only requires a few ingredients and is ready in about 15 minutes. This is one of my go-to meals on a busy week. I probably make it at least a couple of times per month. The recipe I am sharing today is the basic option but you can add protein or your favorite veggie if you want. Sometimes I add chicken, bacon or shrimp to change it up a bit. Other times I will add peas, broccoli or kale to add a bit of color and get a few veggies in my guys!

Grab a few ingredients and be sure to load your coupon and pick up a great discount on tasty Arla Cream Cheese.

Remember, Arla Cream Cheese is produced from natural ingredients and is the perfect solution for a quick snack, a last minute lunch or a quick recipe for the whole family. Wholesome and delicious, it is just perfect for any occasion.

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Lemon Chicken with Barley – Easy & Delicious Recipe With Knorr One Skillet Meals (All Knorr Buy One, Get One Free At Publix)

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Post sponsored by Mirum but all opinions are my own.

Have you taken the opportunity to stock up on your favorite Knorr products? As a reminder, all the different varieties of Knorr Selects, Skillets, and Sides are on sale Buy One, Get One FREE now at Publix. If you haven't grabbed a deal, you still have time! These are part of the Shop Your Way sale that is valid through 12/27.

With all the different flavors on sale, you can grab your favorites and try some new flavors at a super price. Whether you need a quick side or a tasty meal starter these products will help you put delicious taste on the table in a flash.

We all know that Knorr products are an easy way to add flavor a meal...but they are also fantastic base for a tasty meal too. That's right, Knorr offers a higher quality, more natural foundation for a flavorful one-dish meal.

One of my favorite meals to prepare is the Knorr One Skillet Meal of Lemon Chicken with Barley. As you can see by my picture below, you only need a few ingredients. If you'll count, you'll see that the entire dish only requires SEVEN ingredients. A bag of Knorr, chicken, carrots and spinach plus a couple of pantry staples (water, oil and flour) all combine for a flavorful meal that's ready in just minutes.

If you want to grab some different dinner/side options, there are tons of options at your local Publix. The Knorr One Skillet Meals are a great choice as all have a tasty recipe on the back of the bag. You can see exactly what is required for the recipe while you are at the store and pick up just what you need.

All Knorr One Skillet Meals have no color from artificial sources, no artificial flavors, and include organic grains. You'll find a range of delicious meal starters featuring organic ancient grains like barley, farro, quinoa & whole wheat couscous. Knorr One Skillet Meals contain only responsibly sourced, organic grains and whole wheat couscous. Just add chicken, beef or even shrimp and fresh vegetables to create a satisfying main dish that is full of flavor.

Right now you can stock up on a super convenient meal starter and pay just $1.50 per bag!


Lemon Chicken with Barley
 
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Serves: 4
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  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces (season with salt & pepper, if you'd like)
  • 1 Tbsp. flour
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup sliced carrots, about ½-in. thick
  • 1 package Knorr® One Skillet Meals-Lemon Chicken with Barley
  • 1 package (6 oz.) baby spinach leaves
Instructions
  1. HEAT your olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Toss your chicken with flour and then cook 4 minutes until browned. (Chicken will continue to thoroughly cook in Step 2 with the barley.)
  2. ADD water, carrots and contents of Knorr® One Skillet Meals to the skillet and bring to a boil. Cover, turn down the heat to medium-low and simmer 23 minutes or until barley is tender. (For perfectly cooked barley, make sure to keep covered.)
  3. PLACE your spinach on top of the barley mixture and cover. Remove from heat and let stand covered 2 minutes (the heat will begin to wilt the spinach). Stir until spinach is completely wilted and well blended. Now it's delicious, dig in!

 

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Build A Delicious Cheese Board For Your Holiday Get Together With Castello Cheese (In-Store Demos 12/15 & 12/16 At Publix)

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Cheese is a must-have food at my house. We go through massive quantities of cheese on a weekly basis. Whether it's part of a meal or as a snack, there is a good chance that most every meal will include some kind of cheese.

When it comes to entertaining, you probably aren't surprised to learn that there will always be cheese on my party menu! Cheese pairs perfectly with so many different foods. It's great with savory items like crackers and meats and just as delicious paired with sweets such as fruit and chocolate. The versatility makes cheese the ultimate party food.

I usually have nice sized gatherings around the holidays and the last thing I want to think about is coming up with a meal to please everyone on my guest list. Instead, I grab a big board and fill it with lots of different foods so my guests can pick and choose their favorite items. A tasty cheese board is the ultimate meal-solution for any gathering...big or small!

The key to creating the ultimate cheese board is choosing quality items and varying the tastes and textures. That's why you'll always find Castello Cheeses on my party tray. Castello Cheeses come in a variety of options from indulgently creamy, to curiously crumbly and even surprisingly sharp. One stop by the Publix specialty cheese case and I can pick up a wide variety of options to fill my tray with amazing flavor to please any palate!

Use the savings to get any of these cheeses at a super price -

  • Castello Gouda Round
  • Castello Havarti Creamy
  • Castello Double Crème Blue
  • Castello Traditional Danish Blue Wedge
  • Castello Aged Havarti
  • Castello Vintage Havarti
  • Castello Extra Creamy Danish Blue Wedge
  • Castello Crumbled Blue

When it comes time to assemble your cheese tray, just pair those tasty Castello Cheeses with a variety of bite sized pairings for a tasty meal that won't have you cooking all day before your gathering. Check out my savory cheese tray below. You'll notice that I include a variety of flavors and textures so that the foods will appeal to a wide range of tastes. Hopefully it will provide a little inspiration to help you create your own delicious holiday cheese board!

If you want to taste before you buy, stop by Publix 12/15 - 12/16 and look for the in-store demo. Sample some delicious Castello Cheese and grab a $2 coupon to save on your favorite!

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Pick Up Super Deals On Simple Solutions To Help You Entertain During The Holidays – Try The Crispix Mix® Original Recipe with Cheez-it® Original Snack Crackers (Save Now At Publix)

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Have you taken the opportunity to take advantage of the awesome deals and coupons in the current Advantage Buy flyer? Head into Publix to get super prices on the products you love that offer simple solutions to make entertaining guests and feeding your family a bit easier during this busy holiday season!

The Cheez-It/Crispix coupon means that it's the perfect time to whip up one of my favorite snacks - Crispix Mix® Original Recipe with Cheez-it® Original Snack Crackers.

The recipe is super simple to prepare and makes a big batch that is perfect for entertaining. But, you'll miss out if you only break it out when you have people over! Bake up a batch and pop it in a plastic container and watch your family devour it a little at a time. I usually end up making a couple of batches to keep everyone at my house happy.

Make a batch and place in holiday tins. Add a bow or ribbon and you have a fantastic homemade gift that you can give to friends, family, neighbors or really anyone on your holiday gift list.

Crispix Mix® Original Recipe with Cheez-it® Original Snack Crackers
 
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  • 5 cups Kellogg's® Crispix® cereal
  • 5 cups Sunshine® Cheez-It® Original Crackers
  • 3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
  • 4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ¼ teaspoon onion salt
Instructions
  1. In 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan combine KELLOGG'S CRISPIX cereal and SUNSHINE CHEEZ-IT crackers. Set aside.
  2. Stir together remaining ingredients. Drizzle over cereal mixture. Stir until evenly coated.
  3. Bake at 250° F for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. Spread on paper towels. Cool completely. Store in airtight container.
MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS:
  1. In large microwave safe bowl combine KELLOGG'S CRISPIX cereal and SUNSHINE CHEEZ-IT crackers. Set aside.
  2. Stir together remaining ingredients. Drizzle over cereal mixture. Stir until evenly coated.
  3. Microwave at high for 4 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes. Spread on paper towels. Cool completely. Store in airtight container.
Notes
Microwave cooking times may vary.
Light butter or reduced calorie margarine can be substituted for regular butter or margarine.

 

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Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe – Get Everything You Need At Publix!

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This post is sponsored by Smithfield. All comments and opinions are my own.

One of the most requested meals at my house is Chicken Cordon Bleu. My guys will ask for this meal at least a couple of times per month. I really can't blame them for wanting this meal often. Face it, boneless, skinless chicken breast is pretty dull and can often be dry and tasteless. BUT, when you add Swiss Cheese and Farmland® Diced Ham, that boring chicken is completely transformed into something amazing!

I have a couple of different versions of this recipe...a baked version, one with sauce, a casserole version--lots of different options!  The one I am sharing today is by far the family favorite.

This Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe requires that you pull out a big skillet. In doing so you'll end up with the taste combination that just can't be beat. Chicken with a crispy crust yet still moist and juicy inside. One cut into the chicken yields melty cheese and ham and a taste that everyone loves.

Chicken Cordon Bleu
 
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Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 8 oz Farmland® Diced Ham
  • 4 oz Swiss cheese
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • oil for frying
Instructions
  1. Cut a slit or pocket into each chicken breast.
  2. Stuff 2 oz of Farmland® Diced Ham and 1 oz of cheese into the pocket.
  3. Close the pocket around the filling and seal the opening with toothpicks.
  4. Mix egg, mustard and milk in a shallow bowl.
  5. In another shallow bowl or plate, combine breadcrumbs, salt, pepper and garlic powder.
  6. Dip the chicken in egg wash then roll into breadcrumb mixture, packing the crumbs onto the chicken.
  7. Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet over medium low heat and fry the chicken until golden brown, 5 - 7 minutes per side, until cooked through and juices run clear.
  8. Serve warm.

Good news! You still have a chance to load savings on Farmland® Diced Ham and save on the ham needed for this tasty recipe!  Just clip your coupon and you'll save $1 off a pound package of diced ham. You'll have plenty of ham for this recipe and a second one as well!


Farmland® Diced Ham is my secret to serving up a fantastic meal without a ton of effort. The ham is fully cooked and comes diced and ready to go right from the package. It can be tossed in salads, omelets, casseroles or pasta for a quick and delicious way to add protein to your favorite meal.

Use it any time of day for all your favorite meals and recipes...breakfast, lunch or dinner! Here are a couple of other options to help you put your savings to use!

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Delicious Holiday Sugar Cookies Made With Smart Balance® Buttery Sticks

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This post is sponsored by Pinnacle Foods. All comments and opinions are my own.

It's just not the holidays without a big batch of festive cookies.

I make all kinds of cookies for holiday gatherings, cookie exchanges and to give as holiday gifts. I am usually baking up a storm all season long. When it's just me and my boys in the kitchen, the cookie that we choose is a simple rolled sugar cookie. The recipe is easy to make and yields a buttery, sugary cookie that everyone loves. BUT,  the real magic comes in when it's time to decorate!

Just grab your favorite cookie cutter and let your imagination go! Use sprinkles, icing, frosting, candies and more to create the ultimate holiday treat that is sure to put a smile on everyone's face.

For my recipe, I choose Smart Balance® Buttery Sticks. The sticks help create a light and airy texture with that delicate buttery taste that you expect in a sugar cookie. The buttery sticks are perfect in this recipe and so many other holiday recipes that you'll be making over the next couple of weeks!


Smart Balance® Buttery Sticks. are extremely versatile and great for baking and cooking. They are firm out of refrigeration and can be whipped, creamed, melted and used like butter...but with 50% less Saturated Fat than butter!

  • Supports healthy cholesterol levels that are already within the normal range
  • 300 mg ALA per serving
  • 0g trans fat
  • Great for Baking & Cooking!
  • Dairy Free
  • 50% less Saturated Fat than Butter

Pick up a package of Smart Balance® Buttery Sticks and raid your pantry for a few ingredients and you are on your way to sharing some holiday cheer AND great taste!

Smart Balance products offer great taste and support healthy cholesterol levels that are already within the normal range1. So it's the smartest choice for a happy (and healthy) heart! Plus with all the different varieties available at Publix, you can get just what your recipe calls for.  Whether you need a spread or a stick--there is a Smart Balance® product that's perfect for all your baking needs this holiday season!

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Rolled Sugar Cookies
 
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  • ¾ cup Smart Balance® Buttery Sticks, softened
  • 1½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2¾ cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Powdered sugar for rolling
  • Icing, frosting, sprinkles, etc for decorating
Instructions
  1. Cream the butter and sugar until smooth.
  2. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract.
  3. Slowly mix in the flour, baking powder and salt until combined.
  4. Cover and refrigerate the dough overnight (or for 2 - 3 hours)
  5. Preheat oven to 400º F.
  6. Knead the dough for 30 seconds before rolling.
  7. Sprinkle a few teaspoons of powdered sugar on parchment paper, add the dough and top with another sheet of parchment paper.
  8. Roll the dough to ½", remove the top parchment sheet and cut into shapes.
  9. Remove any excess dough from your shapes and transfer the set of cut cookies (WHILE STILL ON THE PARCHMENT PAPER) to a cookie sheet and bake approximately 6 minutes or just until the edges begin to brown.
  10. Gently transfer to a wire rack and cool completely before decorating.
Notes
Place the excess dough into the freezer while your first batch bakes, then repeat the process of rolling out on parchment paper, cutting shapes and baking on the parchment. This helps your cookies keep their shape as you are not having to lift and move the individual cookies!

 

1The right blend of fats may improve your cholesterol ratio when at least 2/3 of fat intake comes from this product or our Food Plan; limit fat to 30% of calories and saturated fats to 10% of calories. Limit cholesterol to 300mg/day. Avoid foods with partially hydrogenated oil. Exercise regularly.

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Bacon, Ranch & Shrimp Stuffed Jalapeños – Pick Up Big Savings On Arla Cream Cheese For This Recipe With The New Coupon!

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'Tis the season for entertaining.  Whether it's a holiday party or a game day get together, there are lots of reasons to celebrate.

Whenever you host a group of friends and family, you will need to ensure you have lots of tasty foods and snacks on hand.  I try to offer a variety of easy chips and dips with some warm, savory options like my Bacon, Ranch & Shrimp Stuffed Jalapeños. They are amazing bite sized morsels of goodness that are packed with big flavor.

You know your recipe is a keeper when the plate comes back empty well before the party is over! After all, it's hard to pass up peppers that are packed with creamy Arla Cream Cheese, bacon and shrimp. Just a warning...you may have a hard time stopping at just one. That's why I always make a couple of batches when I have these on the menu—they are always the first to go.

Besides the great taste, I love these for the fact that they are easy to make. I'll often prepare a big batch of filling, prep the peppers and then just bake them as I need them. That way I can serve up great taste without being stuck in the kitchen during my get together.

I choose Arla Cream Cheese for this recipe as it ensures my peppers are creamy and oh so delicious. Arla Cream Cheese is produced from natural ingredients and is the perfect solution for a quick snack, a last minute lunch or a quick recipe for the whole family. Wholesome and delicious, it is just perfect for any occasion.

I also feel good using Arla. Their cream cheese is produced from only four natural ingredients and immediately packed to seal in the freshness – preserving the great taste without any additives!

Stop by the dairy aisle at Publix and pick up a tub and get great savings thanks to the big printable coupon!

Plus, if you are shopping this weekend...be sure to and look for demo tables and you can try the great taste of Arla before you buy it. Demos will be held at select locations 12/15 - 12/16 and will have samples of Arla with a toasted bagel.

Be sure to print your coupon and pick up any of the tasty varieties when you shop...there are lots of great flavors to choose from. I like the Arla Skyr Cream Cheese in this recipe. It starts with the classic Arla cream cheese recipe and introduces skyr, an Icelandic-style yogurt, into the mix, resulting in a great-tasting Icelandic cream cheese spread that’s naturally higher in protein and lower in sugar and fat than their Original Cream Cheese.

Grab a tub and try my Bacon, Ranch & Shrimp Stuffed Jalapeños recipe. It's a perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion!

Flavors include:

  • Original
  • Herbs & Spices
  • Strawberry
  • Skyr
  • Mediterranean Garden (in select locations)

Bacon, Ranch & Shrimp Stuffed Jalapeños
 
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  • 15 - 20 large jalapeños
  • 1 tub of Arla Cream Cheese
  • 3 slices of bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 8 oz cooked shrimp, chopped
  • 2 tablespoon ranch seasoning
  • 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon, shrimp, seasoning and green onions.
  3. Cut peppers lengthwise in half; discard seeds. Fill each pepper with a generous portion of the cheese mixture; press lightly into peppers to secure. (Filling should mound slightly above top edges of peppers.)
  4. Place on baking sheet or in broiler pan.
  5. Bake 10 - 15 minutes or until peppers are crisp-tender and filling is lightly browned.

 

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Cheesy Rice & Ham Stuffed Peppers – Quick & Tasty Recipe Made With Farmland® Diced Ham (Load The Big Coupon & Save!)

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Have you had the chance to load and use that big Farmland® Diced Ham coupon yet? If not, what are you waiting for? You don't want to miss the opportunity to grab a great discount on a pack of delicious ham that you can use in dozens of delicious recipes.


Farmland® Diced Ham is my secret to serving up a fantastic meal without a ton of effort. The ham is fully cooked and comes diced and ready to go right from the package. It can be tossed in salads, omelets, casseroles or pasta for a quick and delicious way to add protein to your favorite meal.

I use it any time of day as it's super versatile. In the morning, the ham is great in scrambled eggs, omelets or a tasty breakfast pizza. At lunch time, it's a quick and easy protein to toss in my salad or included in a wrap that comes together in a flash. Of course for dinnertime...the sky is the limit. It's perfect in my Easy Ham, Spinach & Cheese Quiche and absolutely amazing as part of my Cheesy Rice & Ham Stuffed Peppers.

I can't even begin to tell you how tasty these stuffed peppers are. They are a family favorite and a frequent addition to my weekly menu. I love them for the taste AND the fact that the recipe is simple to prepare. With this being a hectic time of year, I am all about those easy recipes that don't have me in the kitchen all night!

It takes maybe 10 minutes to prep the peppers, then you just pop them in the oven, set a timer and let them bake. Not being stuck in the kitchen means I can get more done. With my to-do list being as long as my arm and leg, I will take any extra time that I can get. Then, once the timer goes off, I just grab some plates and watch my guys devour the entire dish in no time flat!

Clip your coupon and then pick up a few ingredients and serve this tasty meal this week. Besides being delicious, this recipe is super economical. Chances are you probably have most of the ingredients on hand right now.

Cheesy Rice & Ham Stuffed Peppers
 
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  • 8 oz Farmland® Diced Ham
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 4 large bell peppers
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375º F.
  2. Prep the peppers by cutting off the tops of the peppers and removing the seeds and membrane.
  3. If the peppers will not sit upright, carefully trim the bottom until it sits flat.
  4. Add remaining ingredients to a large bowl and mix to combine.
  5. Fill the prepared peppers, mounding the rice mixture.
  6. Add 2 tablespoons of water to an 8x8-inch baking dish and add the filled peppers.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour.
  8. If desired, remove foil and sprinkle with additional cheese and broil for 3 - 5 minutes until cheese is melted.
  9. Serve warm.

If you have a favorite way to use Farmland® Diced Ham, leave a comment and share. I am sure we can all use easy recipes this time of year!

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Peanut Butter Turtle Cheese Ball – Easy & Tasty Holiday Treat Made With Teddie All Natural Peanut Butter (Save Now At Publix!)

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'Tis the season for lots of tasty treats.

This time of year, I make all kinds of goodies for friends, gatherings and to give as gifts. All those sweets can make it next to impossible to maintain my healthy goals. Heck, even if I am giving the goodies away, I am still tasting and sampling before they leave my house.

While it can be hard to stay on track, delicious treats like my Peanut Butter Turtle Cheese Ball make it a little easier.

My cheese ball tastes amazing and is super easy to prepare. It's a better option than a traditional dessert cheeseball as it omits the massive quantities of powdered sugar that you find in similar recipes. Instead, I pair the great taste of Teddie All Natural Peanut Butter with a light cream cheese and a little honey. The result is a creamy cheese ball with a rich peanut butter flavor.

Isn't it funny how simple ingredient combinations will yield the most flavor?! That's why I use Teddie All Natural Peanut Butter for this recipe. You see, Teddie Peanut Butter tastes great because it's simply peanuts and salt. There are no preservatives or crazy ingredients that you can't pronounce.

Finally, to give it that turtle flavor that I crave, I roll the cheese ball in nuts, mini chocolate chips and caramel bits. With these items, a little goes a long way. Serve with fruit and pretzels for a decadent treat that you can enjoy without the holiday sugar coma!

Grab a few ingredients and whip up my Peanut Butter Turtle Cheese Ball for your next holiday gathering. It's the perfect time to shop as we have a sale on Teddie Peanut Butter right now at Publix. Pick up the 16oz. jars of Teddie Natural Smooth or Chunky priced at just $2.99 and Teddie Organic Creamy Peanut Butter as low as $4.99. The sale is available through 12/28 so take the opportunity to stock up and save!

Peanut Butter Turtle Cheese Ball
 
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  • ½ cup Teddie Smooth All Natural Peanut Butter
  • 8 oz light cream cheese, at room temp
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon caramel bits, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons pecans, chopped
Instructions
  1. Combine Teddie Smooth All Natural Peanut Butter, cream cheese and honey in a large bowl and mix until creamy and smooth.
  2. Place the mixture in the middle of a large piece of plastic wrap; wrap tightly and shape into a ball.
  3. Place the wrapped ball into the freezer for about an hour.
  4. Place the chocolate chips, chopped caramel bits and pecans on a plate. Roll the cheese ball in the mixture until fully coated.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours.
  6. Serve with fruit, pretzels, graham crackers, vanilla wafers or whatever you prefer.

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Layered Taco Tortellini Salad – Perfect Meal For The Celentano Meatball & Pasta BOGO Sale!

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I have some good news...starting Thursday (Wednesday for some) you will find both Celentano meatballs AND Celentano pasta on sale buy one, get one FREE!

Celentano Pasta or Eggplant Parmigiana, 12.5 to 24 oz, BOGO $4.79
Just $2.20 per bag.

Celentano Meatballs, Italian Style, Turkey, or Homestyle, 12 oz, BOGO $4.99
Just $2.50 per bag.

With the holiday season in full swing, you might consider stocking up so you can put together dinner in a flash. Both the meatballs and the pasta take very little time to prepare making them the ultimate solution for a hectic weeknight. In a matter of minutes, you can have any of a dozen or more delicious meals on the table. This time of year, most all of us can use a convenient, weeknight meal that is nutritious and delicious for whole family!

While they are convenient, both also taste amazing. The pasta tastes fresh because it's flash frozen to seal in freshness. It cooks up perfectly and is super versatile. Plus all Celentano pastas are artificial free and have no preservatives so you can feel good putting them on your dinner table. And the Italian and Homestyle meatballs are both made with premium, high quality ingredients that you simply heat and serve.

Just cook up the pasta, toss with your favorite sauce and add in Celentano Meatballs for a hearty, complete meal that your whole family will love. With a few additional ingredients, and a little creativity, you can take your pasta meal to another level. My Layered Taco Tortellini Salad is a delicious change of pace from your everyday pasta meal and is a great way to breathe new life in your boring Taco Tuesday dinner.

Take advantage of the BOGO sale on the pasta and meatballs, then grab a few additional ingredients and you can have this one on the table in no time flat!

Layered Taco Tortellini Salad
 
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  • 19 oz bag of Celentano Tortellini, cooked according to package instructions
  • 12 oz bag of Celentano Homestyle Meatballs, defrosted
  • 1 oz taco seasoning
  • ¾ cup water
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 8 oz corn
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup cheese, shredded
  • 2.25 oz black olives, sliced
  • 1 avocado, cubed
  • salsa and sour cream, if desired
Instructions
  1. Place meatballs, water and taco seasoning in a skillet and cook over medium low for 6 - 8 minutes, stirring occasionally until water cooks away.
  2. Begin layering the salad in a large bowl starting with pasta, follow by beans, meatballs, tomatoes, corn, lettuce, cheese, olive and the finally the avocado.
  3. Serve with salsa and sour cream if desired.

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