Category: Natural Foods

2019 Holidays, Food/Beverage, Natural Foods

The Spice Lab Seasoning Collections – Gifts for Cooks and Grillers

Erin Sluka

Comment: I was sent product for this feature. All opinions are 100% my own. There may be affiliate links within this post as well that could result in compensation for Parenting Healthy.

I love to cook and recently have become a real fan of smoking meats. We bought a smoker this summer and I love using it! I have smoked meats, veggies, fish and even cheeses. Whether baking, smoking or grilling I love having different rubs and spice blends available and The Spice Lab has always been a favorite for salts and spices.

What comes in the Barbecue Seasoning Collection:

  • Bad to the Bone
  • Sweet Rib Rub
  • Smokey Pecan Rib Rub
  • Ancho Chili & Coffee

Bad to the Bone is great for beef, chicken and pork and has such a great savory blend.

Not only can you gift this Barbecue set, but the Seasoning Collections sets are also available in Mediterranean and Taste of America varieties.

The Spice Lab also has salts, teas and mixology blends. These are fantastic gifts for cooks, grillers and those who love to entertain.

Find The Spice Lab online and at retailers. Also available on Amazon.

2019 Holidays, Food/Beverage, Natural Foods

Best Gift for Foodies – Clarkson Avenue Crumb Cake Company

Erin Sluka

Taking the recipe back to the 1950’s from Brooklyn, NY the Clarkson Avenue Crumb Cake Co. crumb cakes are amazingly fresh and delivered to your door. My entire house has sampled and everyone’s first comment is how moist they are and only after 1 bite! They are the perfect gift for any foodie or to order in time for company over for the Holidays.

You can order an 8×8 Crumb Cake or a 12 pack of Crumbkins. The flavors are all delicious and the topping is the perfect mouthful of crunch.

They have classic, blueberry, raspberry, salted caramel and more. Just refrigerate after you open. All of the cakes are made with natural ingredients and are preservative free. They even have a gluten free version.

The orders shipped on 12/17 will arrive in time! After that the next orders ship Jan 6, 2020. Hurry and get your order in. Free shipping on order over $35. You will not be disappointed! Makes the perfect gift for Foodies!

Food, Natural Foods

Plant-Based Broccoli Crust Pizza

Erin Sluka
Plant-Based Broccoli Crust Pizza

When we decided to cut carbs I found all things cauliflower, cauliflower pizza, rice, mashed. I actually dislike cauliflower but smother pizza sauce and mozzarella on it and I can stomach it. Broccoli and green beans are my favorite veggies so I was so excited that I can eat a broccoli crust pizza and ditch the cauliflower for a bit.

Broccoli, why not? When it is also hand-crafted and with fresh ingredients I have never felt so good about eating pizza. Pizza used to be a weekend treat, but finding healthier varieties with these veggie crusts means I can meal plan pizza into any night along with a delicious salad.

The worst part about the Spinato’s Pizza is deciding which one to try first. I typically love a good Margherita pizza so I had to try this brand’s version. Biting into my first broccoli crust was a bit comparable to a cauliflower in that it is thin and with a great crisp. With the broccoli crust you get a bit bolder taste- a bit more realistic to a flour dough crust. I love it!

Spinato’s uses vine-ripened tomatoes that are packed within 4 hours of harvesting. The cheese they use is rBST-free and their pizza sauce is authentic. It is obvious in the taste that every ingredient was thoughtfully chosen and especially as you taste the sauce. Visit Spinatos and see their store finder.

Comment: I was sent pizza to taste. Opinions are my own

Food, Healthy Living, Natural Foods

Beyond the Equator’s 5 Seed Butter is Allergen-Free and KETO-Friendly

Erin Sluka

Have food allergies? Beyond the Equator has you in mind as they created their 5 Seed Butters. These are free of 8 of the most common allergens so you can enjoy a delicious spread for your sandwiches or veggies and baking.

5 Seed Butters are free of wheat and gluten, egg, fish/shellfish, peanuts, soy, dairy, sesame and tree nuts. Also the butter is non-GMO, gluten-free, keto, and vegan. It doesn’t even need refrigerating!

I put it to the test since I am a regular peanut butter consumer. This is packed with seeds of known superfoods and so delicious! You can choose from creamy, crunchy, and unsweetened 5 Seed Butter.

I know several friends with nut allergies in their home and having a nut-free, seed butter is fantastic! The fact that it actually tastes good is a bonus. With chia and flax seeds I am happy with this seed butter because I get way more out of it as far as nutrients then my typical peanut butter.

Right now, Beyond the Equator 5 Seed Butters are found in select health food stores and markets, but you can easily order online at their website or on Amazon.