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Friday Freebies on B105.7: Real Simple Magazine Subscription, Indy Family Gardening Event & More

by Ann-Marie on April 26, 2013

RealSimple-9lIf you missed my Friday Freebies this morning on B105.7, here’s the rundown!

  • Get a free magazine subscription to Real Simple, All You magazine and tons more when you earn as little as 190 points from Recyclebank. Recyclebank rewards you for learning tips on recycling and being good to the Earth, which of course is appropriate for this Earth week/month. Sign up at Recyclbank.com and get 100 points right off the bat.
  • Next Wednesday and every Wednesday you can stop in to any O’Charleys location and get a free slice of pie! They call it simply “Free Pie Wednesdays” and you’ll get a free slice of pie with any entrée purchase.
  • Take your family to a free gardening workshop that’s being put on by Indy With Kids. This event will take place on May 21st at Fall Creek Gardens, which is down on Central Avenue. Families can learn skills for gardening at home or in your community, and you’ll receive a plant to take home for your own garden. You must register in advance for this free event.

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From Tractor to Truck to Table: IN Agriculture Appreciation Month

by Ann-Marie on March 18, 2013

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When you think of Indiana, what comes to mind?

The Indianapolis Colts.
The Indy 500.
Corn.
Basketball.
And for many, Home.

What about these add-ons?

Duck.
Watermelon.
Wine.

Gov_PenceHuh? Yep, it’s true. Indiana is THE leading commercial producer of duck, in the top 10 states for watermelon and 13th in wine production! Who knew?! (Well if you’re an Indiana farmer you may ‘knew’).

A couple of weeks ago I had the privilege of attending a Legislative Luncheon to kick off Indiana’s Agriculture Appreciation Month, hosted by Indiana’s Family of Farmers. The event included talks by Indiana Governor Mike Pence and Lt. Governor Sue Ellspermann along with representatives from Indiana’s agricultural associations, farmers and (my favorite part of all) … food trucks (such as the divine dish above from Little Eataly)!

As I’ve worked with Indiana’s Family of Farmers over the past year, I’ve gained a greater appreciation for agriculture, and respect for the process of moving “from tractor to truck”, and I’ll add “to table”.

One of my kids’ favorite things to do in the summer is to pick berries, and I love visiting farmer’s markets to try new cheeses, herbs and tomatoes. I love that my kids are getting their hands dirty and willing to try new things when they’re picked fresh from a field. Last summer we grew tomatoes for the first time, and we’ll be repeating it with new varieties this year. We may not grow duck, or watermelon or grapes, but we can still involve our kids in planting, watering, picking and tasting.

Here are a few fun facts I have recently learned about the foods we eat:

  • Family farmers grow a whopping 90% of corn in the U.S.
  • Most milk travels only 100 miles from the farm to the grocery store.
  • Pork is the WORLD’s most widely eaten meat, and 25 million people each year are fed by Indiana pork producers!

So the next time you’re at the grocery store buying milk, remember it likely came from your own state, and remember the farming families that are responsible for providing your family’s meals!

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Learn more about Indiana’s Family of Farmers, Indiana Pork Producers, Indiana Wine Grape Council and American Dairy Association of Indiana.

This post was sponsored by Indiana’s Family of Farmers. All opinions are 100% mine. See my disclosure policy for more information.

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Salsa Me Krazy: Quick & Tangy Egg Muffin Recipe

by Ann-Marie on March 6, 2013

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My 3rd grade daughter just started ISTEP testing this week, so to try and give her a different protein source for her breakfast than the standard scrambled eggs, I tried something different!

Last weekend I gave a trial run of this recipe that I’ll call a Quick & Tangy Egg Muffin. It uses Salsa Me Krazy which is a sweet, tangy salsa that uses all-natural, American-grown ingredients and no artificial preservatives.

The “quick” part of the recipe is that I cooked the egg in the microwave (What?! I know!!). Not that eggs take a long time in the skillet, but to make a great round little egg patty for the sandwich, it just works so well this way.

Ingredients for 1 Quick & Tangy Egg Muffin:

Easy peazy directions:

Using a 1-cup round glass dish (I use this Pyrex one), spray the bottom with non-stick cooking spray. Crack egg and scramble with fork in glass dish. Add in 1-2 tsp milk, if desired. Cook uncovered for 1 minute on high in the microwave. You’ll notice it puffs up, then lays back down in a lumpish sort of way, kind of like how I feel on Mondays:

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Toast your English muffin and spread with a little butter. Lay the egg on the bottom, top with Salsa Me Krazy and sprinkle with cheese.

You can find out more about my first Salsa Me Krazy experience, and purchase a jar to try for yourself at SalsaMeKrazy.com. In fact, the entire month of March you can purchase as much as you like for 30% off! No promo code required, just head here to purchase and the discount will be automatically applied. Enjoy!

If you like this recipe, your friends will too! Please consider sharing it with the buttons at the top of the post, or clicky right here for easy pinning:

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Be sure to check out more of my family favorite recipes!

This post contains affiliate links and was sponsored by Salsa Me Krazy. All opinions are 100% mine. Eating a Quick & Tangy Egg Muffin will not improve your child’s ISTEP scores. Or maybe it will. I don’t really know, but figured I should still include that in a disclaimer so you don’t come after me if your kid scores poorly. See my disclosure policy for more information.

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Hoosier GIVEAWAY: Win Presale Passes to Indy Kids Sale March 6, 2013!

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by Ann-Marie on March 1, 2013

Shopping for kids’ clothes … daunting or fun? A little of both?

You’ll have your chance to shop the mama of all sales, when Indy Kids Sale returns to the Hamilton County Fairgrounds in Noblesville, IN next week!

Thousands of shoppers drive from all parts of Indiana and beyond to shop Indy Kids Sale, because they know they’ll find top quality new and gently used clothing, toys, books, DVD’s and more for their children. Even better, there’s no sifting through sweaters and corduroy pants to find a cute swimsuit for your Spring Break trip – you’ll only find the current season’s clothing (Indy Kids also has a Fall sale for cooler weather clothing).

What you’ll find at Indy Kids Sale:

  • Spring and Summer children’s clothing in sizes Newborn – Teen
  • Books, DVD’s, video games
  • Toys for all ages
  • Outdoor play equipment, bikes, trikes and scooters
  • Maternity wear
  • Baby gear: strollers, high chairs, pack & plays
  • Homeschool curriculum
  • … and so much more!

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March 7-9, 2013

Hamilton County Fairgrounds

Sale hours are 9am-7pm on Thursday, 9am-5pm on Friday and 9am-1pm on Saturday. Saturday is 1/2 off day, where most items are discounted 50% off!

If you live near the East side of Indianapolis or in the Hancock County area, you’re in luck because Indy Kids Sale is coming to your neck of the woods!  The first ever Spring Indy Kids Sale in Greenfield will be at the Hancock County Fairgrounds April 26-27, 2013. Start sorting through your children’s outgrown clothing & toys now, and sign up to sell your stuff beginning March 12th!

If you’d like to get an inside pass to the Hamilton County pre-sale event Wednesday March 6th starting at 6pm, here’s your chance!

I’m giving away a pair of presale passes! Please note the presale is for adults only, no children are allowed except for infants that can be worn.

The giveaway begins now, and will end at 9pm on Monday, March 4th. The winner will be chosen at random and will have 12 hours to respond before I choose another winner. The winner must present identification at the presale.

Want to double your chances? Enter also at The Queen of Free!

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Friday Freebies on B105.7: Colgate at Walgreens & More

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by Ann-Marie on March 1, 2013

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If you missed my Friday Freebies this morning on B105.7, here’s the rundown!

  • At Walgreens this week, select Colgate 2-in-1 or Max Fresh is priced at $3.49 and you’ll get $2.99 back in Register Rewards to use on your next purchase. Use a $0.50/1 coupon from the 3/2/13 or 3/16/13 Smartsource insert, so after the Register Rewards it’s like getting it for FREE!

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Like these deals? Find more online shopping deals, Indiana discounts and freebies!

Plus there may still be some past deals I’ve mentioned on B105.7 still available!

Tune in next Wednesday morning for more money-saving tips & deals on B105.7 during Sean Copeland’s morning show! And be sure to follow me on Twitter and “Like” my Facebook page so you don’t miss a deal!

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Review & Giveaway: Salsa Me Krazy

by Ann-Marie on January 29, 2013

I have a fairly delicate palate for spicy foods. Just last night I hosted a cooking club with some friends, and for our Superbowl/New Orleans theme I chose a few recipes with some “kick”, like Stuffed Jalapenos, Buffalo Wings and Red Beans & Rice with my first taste of Creole seasoning. So I’m working on kicking my taste bud tolerance up a notch, so to speak.

Salsa Me Krazy is a Greenwood, Indiana-based maker of … you guessed it, salsa. When I was offered a sample of Salsa Me Krazy and given my heat options of Mild, Medium or Hot, I was tempted to try the Mild for fear of a mouthful of flames with the other two options. But then I opted for Medium, mainly because I figure Mild is like the “White Zin” of the salsa world and I really can’t give it a good review effort unless I hike up my britches and try at least a Medium.

I got my shipment on a Friday afternoon, packed so carefully with bubble wrap, and I popped it open before I even said hello to my kids getting off the bus. I grabbed my Tostitos, dipped one in and braced myself for what I expected to be a fiery blast. I cracked open a cold one to quickly cool my taste buds, if a fire needed put out.

Right away I was delighted with the sweet taste, tangy and a bit of kick, but not nearly the heat I was dreading. In fact, it was so nom nom good I seriously chowed the 1/2 cup or so I had poured into my festive salsa bowl. I could have just eaten it with a spoon, sans chip. I am really looking forward to trying Salsa Me Krazy in a couple of new recipes (look for more on that next month!).

Salsa Me Krazy is praised for using all natural ingredients made in the U.S.A. with no artificial preservatives. It’s a locally-owned Hoosier business looking to expand into specialty, gourmet and grocery stores (you can find their products in just a few retail locations in Carmel, IN; Kansas City, KS and a few in Missouri). Why there’s not a Greenwood, IN store that hasn’t picked up this deliciousness for their salsa shelves is beyond me (so please, tell your retailers to carry Salsa Me Krazy!). If you’re a salsa connoisseur, you’ll have to take my word for it, try it out and see for yourself.

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Try Salsa Me Krazy for yourself and grab a jar of Mild, Medium or Hot for just $6.95 + shipping, or try a 3-pack deal available (no longer available) on Salsa Me Krazy’s Facebook page for just $15 + shipping.

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I’m as happy as habanero to be able to give away a jar of Salsa Me Krazy to one lucky Chaos Is Bliss reader! The contest starts now, and ends at 9pm ET on Monday, February 4, 2013. The winner will be randomly drawn using And The Winner Is, notified by email and have 24 hours to confirm before another name is drawn.

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