Balsamic Roasted Muscat Grape Salad {recipe} {clean eating} {paleo}
When Whole Foods approached me to come up with a recipe for a once-a-year beautifully green and pink grape I jumped at the chance. The Muscat Grape comes from Chilé and is only available at Southern California Whole Foods Markets through April. I have never had a fresh Muscat grape, I’ve only had the chance to have it in vinaigrette or wine form. The fresh seedless pink grape was even better, the rich flavor and succulent crunch were amazing. . . and addicting!
For a quick and easy salad packed with a punch of flavor give my Balsamic Roasted Muscat Grape Salad a try!
New Jersey – Family Vacation Day 1
Our view from the platform. |
Brayden would throw the leaves and watch them whip in the wind. It was so fun doing this with him. |
She would not let me take a picture of her at all. Very unlike her because she loves posing. |
Daddy was explaining the skyline and what the freedom tower meant. |
cold. tired. hungry. |
Jet Setting with Disney’s FROZEN #FROZENfun #CollectiveBias
So what did I pack? Well, I first started out with purchasing the FROZEN Anna & Elsa suitcase for Payton. I let them pretend pack and then when they fell asleep I packed each of their suitcases with their activities so they would be surprised when we boarded the plane. This was key! As we boarded and got situated I filled the back of the seats with: A Tale of Two Sisters book, Troll Magic coloring book with crayons, Big Snowman, Little Snowman book and the best idea was the FROZEN invisible ink coloring book! They both thought it was the coolest thing watching images and colors appear, this honestly locked both of their attention for 60% of the flight. I also loaded their tablets with Olaf’s Freeze Fall app. I also packed each of their lunch boxes with fun snacks, including healthy and special treats.
I knew that the take-off might be a little scary for them but I reminded them how brave Anna was when she embraced the snow to go look for Elsa in the now frozen Arrendelle. When I explained this to them Payton excitedly explained back how brave they were being for traveling to snowy New Jersey for the first time! Exactly my sweet California girl!
Our first flight was the longest leg so halfway through I turned on FROZEN and they thought it was so cool to watch a movie from my laptop. Make sure to purchase a headphone splitter if you have multiple children or if you want to listen along with your child!
When we arrived at our layover we explored the airport. They rode the walkways, cautiously entering and exiting which the folks in Chicago loved as they were hustling and bustling through! When we reached our terminal we had some lunch and once they were finished I let them know that I had a special gift for them because they behaved so well on the flight. They were so excited and appreciated that we acknowledged their good behavior on this new journey. Payton loved the Anna Sparkle Doll and as we took off on the next flight she wasn’t as scared because she was hugging Anna telling her that they would be brave together!
The last few days have been exhausting but I have to let you know that with the help of pre-planning our flight with #FROZENfun activities from our favorite movie, it helped create a memorable experience. My kids have been thanking me nonstop for making their first vacation away from home so fun.
#ad Gluten-Free Chicken & Cabbage Lo-Mein {recipe} #cookitGF #collectivebias
Gluten-Free Chicken and Cabbage Lo-Mein
Ingredients:
2 Tyson Gluten-Free Grilled & Ready Chicken Fillets, diced into chunks
1 rib of celery, sliced
5 whole water chestnuts, sliced
1 small head broccoli, cut into small florets
1 small head of green cabbage, thinly sliced
5 baby bella mushrooms, sliced
2 bunches green onions, sliced
3 TB dry roasted peanuts, chopped
1 tsp sesame seeds
3 TB toasted sesame seed oil
4 TB coconut aminos
3. Lastly, add in cabbage “noodles” and sprinkle coconut aminos on top allowing the aminos to wilt the cabbage. Sauté for about three to five minutes. Garnish with sesame seeds and crushed peanuts. Enjoy! It tastes just like one of the top Chinese restaurant chains lo-mein but without the guilt and way healthier!
For a high quality, gluten-free chicken meal check out Tyson’s Gluten-Free Grilled & Ready Chicken Fillets today! Find Tyson here for additional information. #CookitGF