I’m certain you know how important breakfast is…how it’s the most important meal of the day…how it helps children do better in school and sets the precedent for healthy eating habits.  Breakfast is also my favorite meal of the day.  Most days I eat a bowl of cereal or oatmeal due to time constraints.  But on weekends, we have pancakes and eggs and orange juice.

Growing up, my mom made pancakes using Bisquick.  Today we still use Bisquick, albeit the Heart Smart version, for pancakes.  I like my pancakes on the thick and fluffy side, which is just how they turn out with Bisquick.  Plus, when I want a quick breakfast, I can make these with ease.

Have you ever been to a pancake breakfast?  Many non-profit organizations host pancake breakfasts as a fund-raising opportunity in their community.  Bisquick developed Bisquick Pancake Nation as a national effort “to inspire pancake lovers to unite through pancake breakfasts.” The site offers a variety of tools that will help you plan your event including invitations, placemats, signage, and more.  You can also apply for a $250 grant from Bisquick to help cover your supply costs (through May 31), locate a nearby pancake fundraiser, and post photos of your fundraiser.

Win It! One of you will win a Bisquick Pancake Nation prize pack that includes a box of Bisquick mix, a Lodge Cast Iron Griddle, a Cuisipro Deluxe Batter Bowl, and a Cuisipro Pancake Turner to create your own pancake breakfast at home.  Simply leave me a comment with the name of a local organization you’d like to help coordinate a pancake breakfast fundraiser with.  Comments will close on March 21, 2010 at 11:59 PM PST.  One comment per person, please (unless you do the extra credit). US residents only. Duplicates and comments not including the above information will be disqualified. Comments are moderated. If you don’t see your comment in a reasonable amount of time, send me an email. Bloggers and non-bloggers may enter. If you don’t want to leave your email address, please be sure to check back for my announcement on the winner. Please note that winners must respond within 48 hours of being announced/contacted or another winner will be drawn.

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Now that the holidays are over, I’m looking forward to a tiny break when it comes to the kitchen.  While I’m not a huge fan of packaged foods, I do utilize them on occasion.  With two children and a husband who goes back to work this week, I’m on my own!

I have to admit that their are certain foods I’ve been eating since I was a child.  I remember my mother making Pillsbury Crescent Rolls for dinner on many occasions.  There is something about those flaky, buttery biscuits that won’t allow me to eat just one.  And I am perfectly content eating them as is (with a little butter, of course).  However, did you know that you can actually use them for appetizers and meals?  Their website contains several recipes using Pillsbury Crescent Rolls…recipes you and your kids will likely eat.  One of the recipes that stood out to me was their Veggie Pizza recipe.  I selected their Reduced Fat variety to shave some of the fat and calories off and they still tasted really good.

Easy Veggie Pizza
INGREDIENTS

2 cans (8 oz each) Pillsbury® refrigerated crescent dinner rolls or 2 cans (8 oz each) Pillsbury® Place ‘n Bake™ refrigerated crescent rounds or Pillsbury® Crescent Recipe Creations® refrigerated seamless dough sheet
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup small fresh broccoli florets
1/3 cup quartered cucumber slices
1 plum (Roma) tomato, seeded, chopped
1/4 cup shredded carrot

DIRECTIONS
1. Heat oven to 375°F.
2. If using crescent rolls: Unroll both cans of dough; separate dough into 4 long rectangles. In ungreased 15×10x1-inch pan, place dough; press in bottom and up sides to form crust. If using dough sheets: Unroll both cans of dough. In ungreased 15×10x1-inch pan, place dough; press in bottom and up sides to form crust.
3. Bake 13 to 17 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
4. In small bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, dill and garlic powder until smooth. Spread over crust. Top with vegetables. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours before serving. Cut into 8 rows by 4 rows.

Makes 32 appetizers

I like this recipe because it includes veggies and offers a variation on a meal (pizza) that my son likes and eats.  The site offers recipes for breakfast, dinner, dessert and appetizers.  Here are a few more you might be interested in checking out:

• Crescent-Wrapped Brie
• Crescent Bacon-Cheese Tartlets
• Crescent Holiday Tree

Most of the recipes on the site take about 20 minutes to prepare (plus cooking time).

Win It! One of you will win a Creative Creations prize pack, courtesy of Pillsbury which will include 2 VIP coupons and some serving platters.  Simply leave me a comment with the recipe above you’d like me to re-create (ooh!) and your favorite Pillsbury crescent appetizer creation from the site.  Comments will close on January 17, 2009 at 10 PM PST. One comment per person, please (unless you do the extra credit). US residents only. Duplicates and comments not including the above information will be disqualified. Comments are moderated. If you don’t see your comment in a reasonable amount of time, send me an email. Bloggers and non-bloggers may enter. If you don’t want to leave your email address, please be sure to check back for my announcement on the winner. Please note that winners must respond within 48 hours of being announced/contacted or another winner will be drawn.

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Have you ever stopped to think what breakfast really means?  To break the fast…meaning…you’ve just awoken from 9 glorious hours of sleep 5 interupted hours of sleep (when you piece it all together) and you’re famished (um…that’s me…right now!).  Add the fact that I’m nursing a baby to the mix and you can see how important breaking that fast really is.  And it’s just as critical for children.  Children who eat breakfast do better in school, are healthier, and tend to eat better than those who don’t.

So what are our breakfast staples?  Most days, we’re simple.  We eat a bowl of cereal (Cheerios or Honey Nut Cheerios) or oatmeal, scrambled eggs and some type of fruit.  While it’s not typical that all 3 4 of us eat breakfast together (because of work, etc.), I do make it a point to make sure we all eat in the morning.

While cereal is widely consumed in our home, I am very particular about what makes it into our cupboard and into our bowls.  I make it a point not to purchase products with high fructose corn syrup or added sugar…especially cereals.  I don’t need my son to start the day off “wired.”  General Mills (who manufactures many of the cereals on your store shelves) recently announced that they were lowering the sugar content in their cereals and increasing key nutrients like calcium and vitamin D.  Many of their cereals also act as a source of whole grains.

According to the company, cereal eaters consume less fat, less cholesterol, and more fiber than those who do not.  They also have healthier body weights and lower BMI’s.  And that makes sense because many breakfast items are loaded with fat and calories. Most cereals on the market are also fortified with vitamins, minerals, and essential nutrients.

General Mills has put together a website filled with information about the benefits of cereal.  And if you visit this site, you’ll receive a $1 coupon.  I have to go…it’s breakfast time!

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I have a vague recollection of the last movie my husband and I saw (except I can’t remember what it was!).  Pretty soon it’s about to get even more difficult since we’re about to have a baby!  However, for those of you who aren’t about to have a baby, and would like a night out at the movies, you may want to consider a new promotion that General Mills is offering.

Going to the movies is expensive.  Right?  I remember when it was $5.00 to see a movie (and I’m not even that old!).  It’s not uncommon to find tickets upwards of $10-12.  Yikes!  No wonder we don’t go to the movies as often.  Between the 2 of us and dinner, that’s one very expensive night (and we don’t even have to pay for a babysitter!).

Starting in November, you can receive a free movie ticket when you buy 2 specially marked packages of General Mills’ Cereals.  Once you’ve made your purchase, visit http://new.emoviecash.com/gmills/ and enter the code found inside each box of cereal.  Then print your free movie certificate (good for admission to any movie at participating theaters).

The brands participating in this promotion include select sizes of Honey Nut Cheerios, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Lucky Charms, Trix, and Reese’s Peanut Butter Puffs.  If your family eats any of these, it really isn’t much effort to get your free movie ticket.  You simply do what you normally do.  I for one LOVE Honey Nut Cheerios!  Easy right?

To find a participating theater, just log onto http://emoviecash.com/dis_locator/

Win It! One of you will win a “Movie Moment” prize pack that will include 4 e-movie cash certificates ($12 each) and one (1) free coupon for a General Mills cereal (ARV $54).  Simply leave me a comment with your favorite movie moment.  Comments will close on November 12, 2009 at 10 PM PST.  One comment per person, please (unless you do the extra credit). US residents only. Duplicates and comments not including the above information will be disqualified. Comments are moderated. If you don’t see your comment in a reasonable amount of time, send me an email. Bloggers and non-bloggers may enter. If you don’t want to leave your email address, please be sure to check back for my announcement on the winner. Please note that winners must respond within 48 hours of being announced/contacted or another winner will be drawn.Want an extra entry? Do any or all of the following and receive an extra entry for each one.

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By now I’ve shared with you my heart and passion for breast cancer awareness.  I went to nursing school with a girl who was a breast cancer survivor.  She shared her story in front of all of us and the one thing that stuck in my mind, was how doctor after doctor after doctor had dismissed her symptoms as benign since she was so young.   How years (yes years) went by before she was officially diagnosed with breast cancer.  How it had metastasized to various parts of her body.  How she was a survivor. How she was the one who had found her cancer in the first place.

We all know about monthly self breast exams and how important they are.  We all know we need to get a yearly exam.  But how many of us actually do these things?  October is Breast Cancer Awareness month.  Every year the goal is to get this information out to as many women as possible.  Every year companies work to raise money towards a cure.  This year is no different.  If one woman goes to get her mammogram or starts to do her monthly self breast exams, then it will have been worth it (at least to me).

I hope none of you who read this have been affected by breast cancer. But that is just a hope…it’s not a reality.  The reality is that one of you probably has been affected…a friend…a sister…a mother.  Pink Together is an online community where those touched by breast cancer can connect, provide support, comfort, and encouragement to one another. You’ll find inspiring stores of survivors and supporters within in the community.  The site is part of a national campaign to support those affected by the disease and it’s goal is to raise awareness.

Many companies are doing their part and one such company is General Mills who donated $2 million to Susan G. Komen for the Cure.  They have turned many of their packaging pink and will continue to donate $1 (up to $20,000) each time a comment of encouragement is posted, a virtual flower bouquet is sent or a story is shared on the site through the end of October.  I hope many of you will check out the site.

Win It! I really want to help generate awareness so I’m offering one of you the chance to win an Inspiring Hope gift basket that includes a sleeved travel mug, a running ribbon charm bracelet, a pink leather strap keychain, a pink cinch bag, and a set of inspirational note cards. All of the gift basket items are from ShopKomen.com, where 25 percent of the merchandise purchase price benefits Susan G. Komen for the Cure® in the fight against breast cancer.  Simply leave me a comment with something you found inspiring on the site.  Comments will close on November 2, 2009 at 10 PM PST.  One comment per person, please (unless you do the extra credit). US residents only. Duplicates and comments not including the above information will be disqualified. Comments are moderated. If you don’t see your comment in a reasonable amount of time, send me an email. Bloggers and non-bloggers may enter. If you don’t want to leave your email address, please be sure to check back for my announcement on the winner. Please note that winners must respond within 48 hours of being announced/contacted or another winner will be drawn.Want an extra entry? Do any or all of the following and receive an extra entry for each one.

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Do you know how much fiber you need in one day?   To be honest, I had to look it up (approximately 25-35 grams per day).  And, I’m not entirely certain I am consuming that amount, despite the fact that I have almost completely eliminated white flour from my diet.

In August, I attended a General Mills event which included the biggest taste test I’ve yet to participate in.  I remember sampling a Fiber One Toaster Pastry and thinking to myself, there is no way one pastry could contain 20% of the RDA for fiber.  It tasted too good to be true.  I have to admit that I haven’t had a toaster pastry in any form in a very long time.  But these pastries, fiber and all, are really good.

I made the switch from white to whole grain many years ago.  And I’m usually pretty good, except when I’m pregnant and craving sourdough bread!  Many whole grain products are tasty…and many are as dry as cardboard.This is my first experience with Fiber One but I’m interested in checking out the entire line, particularly since they contain more fiber than most products.  Here is a little more information about Fiber One Toaster Pastries from the site:

Fiber One Toaster Pastries come in four great-tasting varieties that the whole family can enjoy, including Blueberry, Brown Sugar Cinnamon, Chocolate Fudge and Strawberry. With 20% of your Daily Value of fiber (5 grams), you can enjoy a great-tasting toaster pastry, while getting more of the fiber you need.

I’m always curious about the whole nutritional package.  Each pastry contains 180 calories, 4 grams of fat, and 16 grams of sugar (3 Weight Watchers’ Points).  They also contain high fructose corn syrup which I was a little disappointed about.  Overall, they taste good and offer those of you who are on the run a quick way to get in your fiber! Find them at retailers nationwide in Blueberry, Brown Sugar Cinnamon, Chocolate Fudge, and Strawberry.

Win It! One of you will win a Morning On the Go prize pack that includes a sample of Fiber One Toaster Pastries, a beverage holder, a lunch bag, and a planner. Simply leave me a comment with the name of your favorite Fiber One product (other than the toaster pastries).  Comments will close on October 31, 2009 at 10 PM PST.  One comment per person, please (unless you do the extra credit). US residents only. Duplicates and comments not including the above information will be disqualified. Comments are moderated. If you don’t see your comment in a reasonable amount of time, send me an email. Bloggers and non-bloggers may enter. If you don’t want to leave your email address, please be sure to check back for my announcement on the winner. Please note that winners must respond within 48 hours of being announced/contacted or another winner will be drawn.

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As I mentioned yesterday, October is breast cancer awareness month.  Many companies are doing their part to raise awareness and money to help find a cure.  Yoplait is one such company.  According to the American Cancer Society, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime (approx. 12%).  That’s too many.  If you buy Yoplait yogurt, you may have noticed the pink lids (I know I have!).

Yoplait is making it easy for us to make a difference and contribute to the cause.  All you have to do is save those pink lids from September and October and mail them in before December 31. Yoplait will donate 10 cents to Susan G. Komen For the Cure (up to $1.5 million) for every lid received.  The minimum donation Yoplait has committed to is $500,000.   If you visit the site, you’ll be able to create online lid collection teams and engage with friends, family, and colleagues to join the cause.  In addition, Dr. Kristi Funk, Founder of the Pink Lotus Breast Center in Beverly Hills, is joining Yoplait to educate women and men about the importance of breast cancer risk reduction, early detection, and ways to support the cause.

Yoplait has donated more than $22 million to breast cancer through this program over the last 11 years.  Last year, with your help, Yoplait met it’s donation goal of $1.5 million to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

Win It! One of you will win a “Promise to Make a Difference” gift which includes a coupon for Yoplait YoPlus Yogurt, a breast cancer awareness bracelet, and a leather jewelry case.  Just leave me a comment with a way you will help Yoplait in the fight against breast cancer. Will you start or join a collection team on the site?  Will you blog or tweet about it?  Will you save and mail in lids?  What will YOU do to join in this cause?  Comments will close on October 28, 2009 at 10 PM PST.  One comment per person, please (unless you do the extra credit). US residents only. Duplicates and comments not including the above information will be disqualified. Comments are moderated. If you don’t see your comment in a reasonable amount of time, send me an email. Bloggers and non-bloggers may enter. If you don’t want to leave your email address, please be sure to check back for my announcement on the winner. Please note that winners must respond within 48 hours of being announced/contacted or another winner will be drawn.

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Superfoods are all the rage these days. Web MD lists yogurt as one of the top 10 superfoods.  Superfoods are packed with vital nutrients that fight disease.  And of course, they are all natural.  I try to make a daily habit of eating yogurt once a day (and we do the same with my son).

I’m lactose intolerant, yet I can eat yogurt without any problems (perhaps because it’s in a different form and has live cultures that are good for the gut).  For some reason, I’ve had a huge craving for dairy products this pregnancy.  And because dairy can be high in fat, I always try to choose lowfat or nonfat options.  I really like Yo-Plus‘ Peach and Strawberry varieties of lowfat yogurt.  Each serving contains 110 calories, 1.5 grams of fat and less sugar (about 5 grams).  And now, Yo-Plus has just come out with an even lighter version called Yo-Plus Light.  The lighter version is made with nonfat milk (as opposed to lowfat milk) and contains 70 calories and 0 grams of fat.  It’s available in three flavors:  Strawberry Banana, Key Lime Pie, and Honey Vanilla (although I’m not crazy about Key Lime Pie).

Yo-Plus contains the probiotic culture Bifidobacterium, “a live, active culture clinically shown to support digestive health.”  It contains 3 grams of fiber per serving (another digestive boost) and is a great source of calcium, vitamin A and vitamin D.  Right now you can download a coupon for $1.00 off from their website.

Yo-Plus and Yo-Plus Light yogurts are a great snack, particularly if you’re on the run (I’ve been known to take a yogurt with me in the car…shhhh….).

Win It! One of you will win a  “Get Healthy” gift pack which includes a sports bag (it’s cute!), a sports towel, ear buds and two coupons for any flavor of Yo-Plus Light Yogurt!  Simply leave me a comment with the flavor you’re most interesed in trying and one way you maintain an active lifestyle (I like to walk/jog in the stroller with my son….when I’m not 7 months pregnant!).  Comments will close on October 27, 2009 at 10 PM PST.  One comment per person, please (unless you do the extra credit). US residents only. Duplicates and comments not including the above information will be disqualified. Comments are moderated. If you don’t see your comment in a reasonable amount of time, send me an email. Bloggers and non-bloggers may enter. If you don’t want to leave your email address, please be sure to check back for my announcement on the winner. Please note that winners must respond within 48 hours of being announced/contacted or another winner will be drawn.

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Do you have a comfort food?  A food you turn to when you want something familiar and satisfying….that’s what yogurt is for me.  I love the smooth taste and the way I feel after I eat yogurt…healthy and rejuvenated.  You probably know that yogurt is really good for you.  It’s packed full of probiotics, protein, vitamins and minerals.  I’m lactose intolerant but, surprisingly, I can eat yogurt.  It’s partly due to the way yogurt is made and the fact that it contains live, active cultures that benefit the gastrointestinal system. We have gotten into the habit of regularly consuming yogurt and my son rarely goes a day without it.

When you’re at the grocery store, selecting from the numerous yogurt options, I suggest you consider the amount of calories, fat, cholesterol, and sugar present so that you attain the most benefits from this super-food.  I recently tried Yoplait’s new digestive yogurt called Yo-Plus.  Here is a little more information from the site:

Yo-Plus has a special combination of probiotic cultures and fiber, plus vitamins A and D.  Yo-Plus cultures are clinically proven to help naturally regulate digestive health.

Yo-Plus is available in seven different flavors and they’ve just recently introduced Blueberry Acai.  Despite the fact that it’s a low-fat yogurt, it still retains that rich, creamy texture and delicious fruit flavor. I don’t find it to be overwhelmingly sweet like some yogurts.  Yo-Plus has 110 calories, 1.5 grams of fat, and 3 grams of fiber per serving and I definitely feel satiated after eating a container.  I actually find that it’s the perfect snack to get me from breakfast to lunch but you could definitely eat it in the morning for breakfast with scrambled eggs or a bowl of Cheerios.  Of course it provides you with much needed calcium, Vitamin A and D (particularly important for women as they age).  The real benefit of Yo-Plus, and what sets it apart from most, is that it contains three different types of live and active cultures including S. thermophilus and L. bulgaricus (typically found in yogurt) and the added benefit of the probiotic culture Bifidobacterium lactis Bb-12TM. The combination helps to keep your digestive system in balance.

To learn more about how probiotics help your digestive system and your body as a whole, check out the Yo-Plus website. You can also download a coupon which will save you $1.50 on a four-pack of Yo-Plus.

Win It! Three of you will win a Yo-Plus gift bag which includes everything you see above.  Simply head on over to the site and take a look around.  Come back here with the name of a flavor you’d like to try (other than Blueberry Acai) and a fact about probiotics that I didn’t mention.  Comments will close on March 30, 2009 at 10 PM PST.  One comment per person, please. US residents only. Duplicates and comments not including the above information will be disqualified. Comments are moderated. If you don’t see your comment in a reasonable amount of time, send me an email. Bloggers and non-bloggers may enter. If you don’t want to leave your email address, please be sure to check back for my announcement on the winner. Please note that winners must respond within 48 hours of being announced/contacted or another winner will be drawn.

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This giveaway is now closed!  Thanks for stopping by. The winners are Denise B., Angela Kohler, and Tammy!

I love to snack.  I could graze all day eat small, frequent meals every day if I had the time to plan them out.  What I don’t love are high calorie, high fat snacks that leave me feeling hungry.  General Mills has just launched their all-new Chex Mix Bars, a tasty combination of Chex pieces, pretzels, peanuts, caramel, and chocolate and will satisfy your sweet and salty cravings.  Don’t worry, one bar contains less than 150 calories, 3.5 grams of fat, and 8 grams of whole grains per serving.  That is the Weight Watchers equivalent of 2 points.  They’re YUMMY and hubbie liked them too!  They’re more chewy then crunchy and while sweet, still remind me more of a granola bar than a candy bar.

I love chocolate…and bubble baths…and massages!   If you do too, then read on!

Win It!  I have a Chex Basket of Indulgence to give away to three lucky readers!  You’ll receive a box of Turtle Chex Mix Bars, chocolate candles, caramel lotion and spa essentials including a loofah, hand massager, nail brush and spa towel courtesy of General Mills and MyBlogSpark.  To enter, just leave me a comment telling me what you like to snack on during the holidays.  Comments will close on November 20, 2008 at 10 pm PST.  The winner will be chosen on November 21, 2008.  One comment per person, please. US residents only. Duplicates and comments not including the above information will be disqualified. Comments are moderated. If you don’t see your comment in a reasonable amount of time, send me an email. Bloggers and non-bloggers may enter. If you don’t want to leave your email address, please be sure to check back for my announcement on the winner. Please note that winners must respond within 48 hours of being announced/contacted or another winner will be drawn.

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