Showing posts with label nuts. Show all posts
Showing posts with label nuts. Show all posts

Tuesday, 13 May 2014

A Quick Update - New Puppy, Herbs & Harvest Box

May 13, 2014 0 Comments
Hello all,

This is a super quick post on what's been going on since my last post.

Firstly, we got a dog! My family have never ever had a pet before, last Friday (9/5) we picked up our 3 year old Shih Tzu cross Jack Russell who we named Zoey. She is super cute, little and playful. She loves belly rubs and will follow you around and lay in the sun.
We picked her up from the Animal Welfare League that holds lots of puppies, dogs, kittens, cats and a few other animals. Here are a few pictures for you...





My herb garden project is going exceptionally well! I only took this picture the other day and they have grown even more since then. For the first week after planting them, it rained quite a bit and I didn't need to water them for a while, but after that I have been watering them every day.


A long while ago, I discovered Harvest Box and did some research into it and found a few discount codes that I could have used. However, I just didn't have the last little boost to go ahead and purchase the subscription. When I recently received an email telling me I could get my first three boxes for half price ($3.97) I jumped onto it. Basically what it is, is a subscription box full of snacks for $7.95 per box (four snacks and also includes delivery). You can cancel anytime, which is great flexibility. You can go online and register then you rate all the snacks. If you don't like the sound of some of them you can say 'No Thanks', if there's some you really want you can rate it 'Yes Please' and there is also 'Try It'. You can get it delivered to your home or your work any day of the week - though I asked for it to be delivered on a Monday and I got it on Thursday, but I don't really mind. You can get 1 - 7 a week, I'm good for one though, as I incorporate a lot of other snacks into my diet as well. I've only received one box so far and they had the following snacks (pictured below): Roasted Pistachios, The K2, Thai Lime & Chilli Cashews and Raspberry Swirl. I've had all but the pistachios which I'm looking forward to! And can't wait for my next boxes to come!
If anyone is interested is purchasing this, I have a first box half price code for you: 90283IR4SLK




So, that was my little update for you. I might have a little difficulty posting for a while as it is very possible I am moving out soon and I won't have internet. I am working on a new 'Favourites' post and a new recipe for all of you, hopefully I will be able to upload it soon! Until then, take care.

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Tuesday, 6 May 2014

Peanut Butter Rocky Road

May 06, 2014 0 Comments
Hello everyone, 
I had this post on my previous blog and I absolutely must have it on here. I have edited small bits, but nothing to vast.


I prefer to post healthier recipes, but they're are just some things you have to have - this is one of them.
I know you could use different ingredients for a healthier option, but I haven't quite worked up to that - though I will write up a recipe as soon as I perfect it!
This one is super quick, easy and delicious.





*Note: I won't give out exact measurements of ingredients because you'll add as you go depending on your preferences. There needs to be more cooking chocolate than any of the other ingredients.
Ingredients:

  • Dark chocolate
  • Peanut Butter
  • Marshmellows - mini's or chopped

  • Nuts - I chose pecans, but any is okay - chopped if too big

  • Shredded coconut

You'll need either cupcake silicon moulds or a baking tray with baking paper. I use the moulds as it's instantly served and you don't have to cut it.
Method:
1. If your cooking chocolate isn't already in pieces, chop or break into pieces and place into a microwave safe bowl. Melt in the microwave or stove top if you prefer - to avoid burning chocolate, make sure you are constantly watching it *microwave times will vary.
2. Give the chocolate a stir to make sure it's all smooth and then add all ingredients except peanut butter into the chocolate and stir.
3. Spoon a small amount of mixture into moulds or tray. Spoon peanut butter into the middle of the mixture. Spoon more rocky road mix on top of the butter. Place in the fridge to set.
4. The hard part - wait.
How easy was that? There is no catch. I am hungry thinking about it. You just have to wait until it sets, but I promise you it doesn't take long at all.
Enjoy your PB Rocky Road filled week!

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