Don’t miss out…

Hi lovely readers. Heads up...you don’t want to miss out on my upcoming giveaway of this bundle set.


Stay tuned because I will soon be posting my review of the Bump ‘N Grind Coffee Grinder and the colorful 5 piece Chef Knife Set.


I will host a giveaway here for someone to have a chance to win this whole bundle. Be sure to come back to see what I think of these two products.


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Preserved Limes part 2

It has been 30 days since I prepared my limes. I moved my jar of preserved limes to the refrigerator. Before I did that I opened the jar, pulled out 2 wedges and a whole lime to puree. I put that into a small jar and cut the other limes completely into wedges and added them to a jelly jar with the brine. Just like with the lemons, the rind is now edible due to the preserving process. It’s up to you whether or not you want to use the flesh. It’s mushy so depending on what meal you are needing the lime for will be a factor it this.


As you can see the skin is no longer a dark green color. The preserving process made the limes a brighter color. I cut a small piece of the rind from one of the limes. I knew they were thoroughly preserved because the rind was soft. As for the rind, when you are ready to use some in a meal, take out all the wedges you will need out of the jar, and rinse it off REALLY GOOD under cool water. You can thinly slice it and chop up however much you need. Again you can decide if you want to use the flesh part or just discard it.There are several ways to use preserved limes that I will list below.


When I made the puree I did not rinse the salt brine off of these limes. I just blended the wedges in my food processor (rind and all). The result was a nice puree of salty lime paste/pulp to use by little bits at a time in different things. The reason I did not rinse these is that I plan to use it for meals that salt will be needed anyway. I just won’t be putting salt in during cooking because the salt in this is plenty enough. Here are some different ideas and ways to use these limes:

Individual Wedges:
* Use when roasting meats
* Add to fajita or taco meat
* Make Salsa
* Eat with meats like fish, lamb, chicken
* Chop up to use in pasta, rice, or quinoa
* Add to taco salad
* Chop and use in place of lime zest in recipes
* Make lime flavored yogurt

Puree:
* Use when making marinades
* Blend into vinaigrettes
* Use in dips like guacamole, black bean hummus, etc.
* Make compound or spreadable butters (aka flavored butter)
* Make Garlic Lime Aoili
* Make Pico de Gallo
* Make spreadable butters
* Use in a sauce for grilled fish/seafood
* Stir into cooked chili, soups, or stews

If you happened to have any preserved liquid left after using up the limes, the liquid should be thrown out or used as a liquid in something you are cooking. Be careful not to add any more salt than needed to the dish. I would not recommend preserved limes as safe for those with salt restricted diets, or needing to watch their sodium intake.

 


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My 2nd Walmart Beauty Box (Winner has been Chosen)

I’m back to share with you another Walmart Beauty Box. These boxes only come seasonally and must be purchased online for a total of $5. Last time I had wandered about recurring charges to get this next box. Well I did not have to go to the website to order again for this box. I received an email notification that this box was about to be shipped, and all I had to do was make sure my stored information on my account was correct. Once it arrives there is plastic wrapped around that colorful cardboard box you see above. The box measures 5 3/4” x 8 3/4” long. I opened it up and this is what you see next:


First (pic on the left) is a card that says “celebrate you beauty” on it. When you open the box the card sits on top of a colorful/decorative paper. Next when you open that (pic on the right) you can see all the contents inside. Let’s take a closer look at the contents inside this box.


Here’s a list of the contents:

* A coupon for a FREE box of Clairol Nice ‘N Easy Hair Color (up to $8.99). Also came with a white elastic hair ribbon with Clairol written across it.
* 1.7 FL oz. Aussie Moist 3 Minute Miracle (Deep Conditioner)
* 0.35 oz. Acai Berry Revitalizing Sleeping Mask (brightens + renews the skin)
* 2 FL oz. Jergens Natural Glow Wet Skin Moisturizer (for: Fair to Medium Skin Tone)
* 0.85 oz. Hello Activated Charcoal toothpaste  (fresh mint + coconut oil, natural whitening/detoxifier and fluoride free)
* 2.6 oz Degree Motion Sense Deodorant (Ultraclear Black+White invisible solid—anti yellow stains & anti white marks)
* 0.86 oz. Aquaphor Ointment Body Spray (This product was also in my other beauty box)
* 2 FL oz. Softsoap earth blends Body Wash (Coconut & Fig—-paraben, alcohol, and dye-free)

I have seen a few of these products at Walmart recently so I know the samples can be purchased in full sizes. I have used Aussie Moist Conditioner in my hair for several years now. I will definitely put the 3 minute miracle sample to good use. I LOVE the smell of Aussie Moist products :)

I had a bad experience with the citrus deodorant I was sent last time. I wore it a couple of time. Each time I put it on it made my arm pits itch and break out :( I had high hopes for it since it went on clear but I can’t use it now. I hope this Degree does me right because I love the scent. I’m glad to get another mask to try out. I enjoyed the Brightening Peeling Gel I got last time. I also love good smelling body washes and can’t wait to try the Softsoap Earth Blends.

Now for the giveaway. I don’t color my hair so the Clairol coupon needs a new home. If you are reading this and would like a FREE box of the hair color, I would be more than happy to mail the coupon to you. The first one to ask can have it. I’ll just need your email so I can contact you to find out where to send it to. Hurry because the coupon expires 5/30/18.

I can’t wait to see what they have to offer in the Summer beauty box. I hope that by sharing this it will help anyone who may be wondering if it is worth the $5. Thank you for reading. Until next time have a blessed day.


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