VÉA Snacks courtesy of #MyMagazinSharingNetwork (That Means I got them for FREE!)

I received another produce through #mymagazinesharingnetwork.
Yup, another #FreeSamp This time, it is a sample of ONE of six different flavor and three different styles of snacks called VÉA Snacks. They taste REALLY good!

This is a NEW Cracker Line from Nabisco manufacturer Mondelez. According to their Facebook page; "At Véa, we help people explore more with globally-inspired recipes. Our snacks are made from unique ingredients with layers of flavors baked in."

 I received a single size serving (1.2oz) package of the Tuscan Herbs World Crips (for FREE).

The full sized bags are 5oz and are about $4 per bag (Prices will vary). I tried to save some for the rest of my family but, failed miserably as the bag was empty before I could stop myself. The crisps are made in a variety of shapes within the bag.

I went to Ralphs and found the display (again) and selected two flavors. Those Peruvian Sweet Potato Mini Crunch Bars taste like tiny bites of Sweet potato pie! They have just the slightest bit of spicy kick to them. 

The Andean Quinoa & Spice Crisps are light and very flavorful as well. 

 And a little more from the FaceBook page; /VeaSnacks/about/

"Véa is an authentic snack made from real ingredients inspired from global recipes. These deliciously different snacks are crafted purposefully with no artificial flavors or colors, and always non-GMO Project Verified. They’re available in a variety of unique flavors for snackers to explore more through food and ingredients.

Véa Mini Crunch Bars are made from sweet potatoes flavored with a blend of spices. This convenient bite-sized snack has a delightfully crunchy texture, making it perfect for on-the-go eating. Try it in two intriguing flavors: Thai Coconut and Peruvian Sweet Potato.

Véa Seed Crackers are savory, textured crackers made with sunflower seeds, navy beans, and puffed grains. Enjoy this delicious snack in two unique flavors: Greek Hummus with Olive Oil and Mexican Garden Herbs. They’re especially delicious as an accompaniment with cheese, olives, and various other foods.

Véa World Crisps are savory, thin crackers baked with herbs and spices. Made from quinoa and whole grains, their texture is perfect for social snacking. Delight your guests with our two delicious flavors: Andean Quinoa and Spices and Tuscan Herbs and Roasted Garlic."

These are a delicious new addition to the cracker/snack isle to be sure! 

Re-Discovering Frozen meals at Ralphs Grocery #MyMagazinSharingNetwork

#FreeSamp from #mymagazinesharingnetwork

I received 9 coupons for NINE FREE yummy frozen meals. I went to Ralph's on two separate days. NINE products for FREE at one time just seemed.... well, greedy.

This is what I picked; Frontera Chcken Bowl, FRESCHETTA PIZZA (Canadian Bacon & Pineapple!), Morning Star Farms Frozen "Buffalo Chik Patties", FarmRich Buffalo Style Chicken Bite, EGGOS - Star Wars Waffles, Wicked Kitchen Hand Pie (Buffalo Inspired Chicken), SmartMade (Asian-Style Garlic Chicken), Lean Cuisine (Apple Cranberry Chicken) and Stoufer's FITKITCHEN. 

         COUPONS! 

Two days, Two Receipts - ALL FOR FREE #FreeSamp

With the My Magazine Bag! 

The 1st Day's "haul"

Wicked Kitchen - OH these are GOOD STUFFS! 

You don't open the package. Straight from the freezer into the Microwave. THEN, after it sits for "about a minute", you open the package and eat right out of the box!

  

 

and....

  GONE!

I also tried the "red one" in the freezer picture. Chorizo Mac n Cheese. Mmmm.

Spicy and so easy to prepare.
After you microwave it (NOT opening anything first). That's right, just toss the entire UNOPENED box into the microwave for about five minutes (I think) then you just open the bag inside, it stays in the box. 

 There is a funny message printed in the bottom of the box "DON'T POUR THE MAC HERE, KEEP IT IN THE BAG". Easy clean up.

SMARTMADE - There are many choices from this brand. I chose this one but, my husband was the one who ate it one night after his college night class when he gets home at around 7pm. He didn't say anything after he ate it which means, "for a frozen dinner, it was not bad". Normally he won't eat frozen meals. They are "cheating" or something. For me, they have come so far and taste SO much better than "TV dinners" that when I am tired and in a hurry or it is late... they are the perfect fix. SmartMade is made with fresh ingredients and looks and smells wonderful. Oh, and the container is REALLY sturdy as in, it can be used again to heat something else!

LEG-GO OF MY EGGO!!! 

OH my! Oh MY! there are SOOOO many Eggos to choose from!

Which one, WHICH ONE?! 

Well, since no one in my family really likes them, I picked one that looked FUN and one that I know they like the THEME of. STAR WARS! That's R2-D2 in the right-hand side picture. Very cute and a fun way to get kids who like EGGOS to eat their breakfast... um wait, WAFFLES can be eaten ANY time of the day. and around here, they are eaten FROZEN. 

 

I loved the packaging of this one. ALL PAPER! Very "recycle" friendly.
Another one that my husband had after his college night class. And it is a GOOD thing that I didn't get the one that is prominent in the freezer picture. Veggie? NO WAY!   I wish I could have tried this one as it smelled and looked very good, almost like it could have been from a restaurant. 

FRESHETTA PIZZA - We usually do DiGiorno pizza but, this is a good fallback. Good price and fresh ingredients. No Cardboard crust flavors here!  

STOUFFER'S - my favorite.

There were two different Stouffer's meals in the 9 coupons.

FitKitchen and Lean Cuisine 

FitKitchen is much like Lean Cuisine but, a little larger portions. My husband had the FitKitchen. He said "for a Frozen Meal, it wasn't bad! In fact, it was pretty good". but, I think I will be the one eating them if I get them again. He would much rather have something fresh made and not frozen. Frozen is just so easy after a long day. 

I used to get the Lean Cuisine nearly every day for my lunches when they had a point system to get "free stuff". They ended the program and I was laid off from that job at nearly the same time.  Since that time, the packaging has changed and some of the recipes have too. I couldn't find my favorite Braised beef with sweet potatoes. The flavor I did pick tasted fresh and was very pretty to look at. (FRESH ingredients will do that). 

MEATLESS "MEAT" - This one is not one my husband would touch. My daughter and I had this. For something that isn't REAL Chicken (It is Buffalo CHIK Patties) it was pretty good! I added cheese to mine because I usually eat CHICKEN patties with cheese on them. If I have a need for staying away from chicken (and I hope that never happens) I will definitely but Morning Star Farms. 

Finally, (Last but, not least) Is FarmRich.  At first I thought this was another "meatless" brand but, those are REAL Chicken Bites and they were REALLY good! I served them with some Cajun rice and WOW did we have a spicy but, super tasty meal! This takes some preparation. you first cook the chicken bites and while they are cooking, you are thawing the spicy buffalo sauce. Toss the bites after they are cooked and serve them up. Excellent flavor for something that is a "frozen food".  

I loved doing this mission for  #MyMagazinSharingNetwork. I found at least six NEW brands that I'd not tried and some not even heard of (Wicked Kitchen) that I will definitely buy again when I want something that tasted good and is FAST to prepare.

My CrowdTap affresh® Mission - September-October 2017

I received my FREE Crowdtap affresh® Mission kit #affreshcrowd #sponsored  on September 28, 2017.

THREE different cleaners for THREE different kitchen appliances! 

Up to this date, I only knew of the cleaner made for the clothes washing machines. 

I was extremely excited to try them. Especially, the disposal variety. I will be buying more of those very soon and using them probably weekly for a month, then once a month to keep it smelling great. 

Dishwasher cleaner  - Disposal Cleaner - Coffeemaker Cleaner all three are easy to use and all three seemed to really do what they are designed for.

I attempted to make a little video for the disposal. I love the foam! And it smells good as it is cleaning. My disposal was in serious need of this cleaning and I believe it could stand a few more cycles. (I really just like the fresh scent and the foam.)

The dishwasher cleaner is by far the best as you don't waste water or cycles using it! You toss it in along with the dishes and some dish detergent and BAM! clean, *shiny* dishes AND a CLEAN Dishwasher! 

NOW, Coffee is important to me. Very important. This affresh® cleaner is made for all types of coffee machines. It takes four cycles to complete and the final result is well worth the wasted water. My coffee tastes fresh and crisp and clean.

Drop the tablet in the water reservoir, let it FIZZ, run 2 cycles, dump the water. Clean fresh water and 2 more cycles.                             

       BEFORE                                   AFTER

All my appliances are now fresh and clean and preforming well. I recommend all three varieties that I was able to test for FREE (#FREESAMP)  #affreshcrowd #sponsored  

 A little Before & After collage I made for one of my missions.