The art of Italian cuisine: Michael Angelo's
Both my husband and myself love to cook but once in a while it's easy to just buy a ready-made meal, it saves a lot of time.
I was contacted by Michael Angelo's to to try out their meals.
Michael Angelo's story:
Austin-based Michael Angelo's Gourmet Foods produces a full line of frozen foods, specializing in authentic italian entrees. The company's commitment to high-quality, real ingredients and made-to-order process guarantees the freshest food with outstanding homemade taste.
The business began in a 600-foot pizzeria in Solano Beach, near San Diego. After closing the pizzeria at night, Michael Angelo, his girlfriend and 2 friends pushed tables together to form makeshift production lines. Using family recipes learned from Michael's mother, Sara, the team worked through the night preparing frozen Italian dishes and then distributed the meals to small local markets.
The frozen dishes quickly grew in popularity as customers were delighted by the rich taste and wholesome ingredients. As demand for Michael Angelo's meals grew,so did the family business. Michael Angelo decided to introduce his products to a larger market and, shortly thereafter, the company's products were introduced into warehouse club stores.
Today, Michael Angelo's gourmet foods continues to offer superior, restaurant-quality foods that can be prepared in a matter of minutes. And Sara still selects each ingredient, taking care that her personal recipes are created for consumers with the same pure and authentic goodness she serves her own family.
I LOVE Italian food, just ask my husband.
I can eat Spaghetti Bolognese every day, and if asked, a couple of times a day. When I was pregnant with my oldest that was pretty much all I ate. I craved spaghetti and bolognese sauce all the time. Sometimes I think I must have some Italian in me as I love to eat it so much.
I tried the meat lasagna with the kids and I have to admit I've never made lasagna myself (although I've helped my dad make it), this lasagna is delicious. The pasta is not soggy, the sauce is very good. Just delicious.
The best part? You only put it in the oven and voila, the meal is ready!
I can't wait to try some more options like Mediterranean shrimp, chicken alfredo, chicken parmesan,...
If you want to find out any stores near you that sell Michael Angelo's, check it out in their store locator.
"Disclaimer: I was sent a voucher to try a Michael Angelo's meal. These are my opinions and are different from others, although give this a try and find out for yourself. Just delicious!"
POM wonderful
I love pomegranates. The only thing I don't like is to get the kernels out as it's messy, but now they sell the pomegranate already cleaned in Costco, so we eat this in salads or just as a snack.
I was happy when I was contacted by Pom to try their pomegranate juice.
Pom Wonderful is a global brand committed to innovation and wellness. We grow and market pomegranates and pomegranate-based products that are healthy, honest and essential to the well-being of humankind.
Ours is the only company that grows, harvests, processes and ships our own pomegranates. Plus we're the only pomegranate company whose products are backed by over $32 million in scientific research.
The Pom wonderful is known for its unique combination of superior antioxidants, delicious taste and deep crimson color.
Their pomegranate orchards are located in California's sunny San Joaquin Valley. They never use imported juice. Pom wonderful controls their quality at every step of the way. They grow their own fruit, pick it by hand, squeeze it with their own presses and even make their own bottles.
I love this juice, I love it just with ice or as a cocktail. My oldest also loves the juice but my son and youngest don't like it. Then again, this juice has a very specific taste (more tangy than my 2 youngest like).
I have a cocktail recipe I want to share with you, it's delicious!!!
Pomegranate Cosmo
* handful of ice cubes
* 1/4 oz lime juice
* 1 1/4 oz citron vodka (I also used orange vodka before)
* 1/4 oz triple sec or cointreau
* 1/4 oz pomegranate juice
Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker and shake. Strain and serve in a chilled martini glass & garnish with a twist of lime.
I didn't realize Pom had more than pomegranate juice but they do. You should check out their website for their product range. This site is full of useful info, recipes for cocktails and food. They even have iced coffee! I need to give that a try next.
"Disclaimer: I was sent a case of pomegranate juice to try with my family. The opinions in this review are mine and can certainly be different from others."
Thanks Pom wonderful!
Sensa update week 20
20 weeks have flown by, really they have! I can remember in September I was very skeptical in using Sensa as it sounded so easy but am I glad I did. I've been overwhelmed this week, have had no energy and am kind of depressed. Not sure if it's cause of that time of the month again or what. I also ran out of Caffeinated coffee so I've been running on decaf. Maybe that's it too?
Not sure what it is but I need to get myself together, get my house in order, start writing on my blog again as I've got so many exciting things to write about and you know what????
I've lost over 40 pounds!!! Can you believe it? I wasn't sure I was there yet, but my chart says yes. Time to party, the old Ann is slowly disappearing and I'm so happy a more healthy Ann is appearing.
I'm fitting in old pants again that I haven't worn for years, T-shirts that haven't seen the light of day in a long time. This feeling is great!
I owe a lot to Sensa. Of course I'm eating more fruits and vegetables and am drinking lots of water but you know what without Sensa I wouldn't be at this weight at all!
Ian has hit a plateau I think but he's doing great too! I'm so happy we're doing this together!
For my readers out there that want to give this a try, use RXL1 for a 15% discount on your order.
9/30: -3.8
10/7: -1.7
10/14: - 3
10/21: -1
10/28: -0.6
11/4: +0.1
11/11: -2.2
11/18: -0.6
11/25: -2
12/2: -1.3
12/9: -1
12/16: +0.6
12/23: -1.5
12/30: -1
1/6: -1
1/13: -0.8
1/20: -2
1/27: -1.7
2/3: -1.5
total Sensa weight loss: 28.5
total weight loss: 40.5
9/23: -4.2
9/30: -1
10/7: -1.2
10/14: -2
10/21: - 1.4
10/18: -1.8
total Sensa weight loss: 28.5
total weight loss: 40.5
9/30: -1
10/7: -1.2
10/14: -2
10/21: - 1.4
10/18: -1.8
11/4: -0.4
11/11: -0.6
11/18: -1.4
11/25: +0.4
12/2: -0.2
12/9: -0.4
12/16: +0.4
12/23: -1.4
12/30: -0.2
1/6: +0.8
1/13: didn't weigh
1/20: -0.4
1/27: -2.2
2/3: -0.4
total Sensa weight loss: 17.4
total weight loss: 23.4
total Sensa weight loss: 17.4
total weight loss: 23.4
Winners to be announced
Hi all,
Just to let you know I'm still here. I'm currently too busy to write on my blog but this afternoon I will pick a winner for the LuShae jewelry and the Nature's Peak frozen fruit.
Also don't forget to enter the Sensa giveaway for a chance to lose a couple of pounds! This giveaway will end on the 7th of Feb.
Wordless Wednesday (well, not that wordless)
Well, when you're 2 years old it's all about getting dressed by yourself. Abby put her shoes on by herself, note on the wrong feet. But hey, they are on! She didn't realize I was taking the picture for the shoes, she was showing off her very yummie lollipop!
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