It's the Tupperware Mid May Brochure for Grillmasters

I know I have a lot going on this weekend, but I wanted to make sure that you were able to see the mid May brochure 

with all the great pieces to get ready for Father's Day and of course the Summer BBQ season.

See I told you it would be about Dads and BBQs and Summer Fun!  Grillmasters will love these pieces, and of course the flexibility to make and store your creations until you are ready so you can still be part of the fun. 

I just love the colors and combos that will make getting ready for the exciting Grill Season so much easier.
  
I absolutely LOVE the Shake and Marinate Set for all things on the grill.  You can use it to marinate veggie kabobs and steaks or chicken or chops and have them ready for your cookout.  And the Quick Shake added in the set, means you can easily make your marinates or your own salad dressings to go with your veggies or salad.  Or you could use it as a cocktail shaker (shhh I shared that before here and here). 

Personally I use mine all year round.  At this price you get it all for what amounts to a steal. Don't miss out on this one.

The Surf and Turf containers are new, but are based on the same concept as our FridgeSmart containers that are a go-to in my kitchen to keep everything fresh longer.  Oh and they stack to use your fridge space smartly.

I'm excited about this new Mid May brochure. So many wonderful things to help you get ready for the outdoor party season!

Have a question?  Just ask, you know I love my Tupperware.  Remember, I still have my Tupperware Birthday Party going on so any orders that aren't from a friend's party, should go through this party and you COULD be the winner of the Birthday Party kit. 

#JORDWATCH The Perfect and Unique Gift for all Occasions

I have to tell you this is just the most amazing thing I have seen in a long time. 
And of course, I have to ask.  Who has seen these Watches Made From Wood before? How many of you have seen one close up?

When the opportunity to review one of these pieces came to me, I have to admit, I was extremely interested.  
The look of the piece is determined by the grain of the wood used to create it.  There just seems to be so many possibilities for showcasing these watches.  And no matter how many you have, they will never be the same.

My watch is just perfect and would be a perfect unique gift for just about anyone.
The coloring is so much more than even the pictures can show.  From the very start, as you open the package, you just know this is going to be special.

Yes it comes in this box with its own special grain.  



I don't think I would have thought of using a wooden box to ship/store my wooden watch, but it is perfect.

It even comes with its own pillow, instead of those hard plastic racks that most watches seem to have.  Yes it cradles the watch in its own box.

I have to admit, I was a little surprised at just how light and comfortable this watch is. Being made of wood, I really thought it might be a bit "heavy" or even "uncomfortable" but still very intriguing.

I was so very wrong on 2 of those assumptions.  This is the lightest watch I have ever worn and very comfortable.   

I have been wearing my watch for a little more than a week now, and have worn it in many different scenarios and constantly get asked about it.

In the entire time I have been wearing it, and yes it has been every day, it has kept perfect time.  I have checked it with my cable box time, computer clock, even the atomic clock I reviewed awhile ago and not once have I had to adjust the time.

Even the back of the band has a gorgeous look to it.

I can see this as the perfect unique gift for Mom or Dad, especially for those who you seem to think have everything already.  Even if they have a watch, they don't have one of these.

Are you looking for something for your graduate this year?  I know it is that time of year (I have one graduating this weekend). Something that would say they are special and you know it?  This really would be a great idea for a graduation gift.  

How about with the upcoming wedding season, you could give this for your bridesmaid gifts or even groomsmen gifts.  They have a pretty large selection of men's and women's watches.  Think of how they will always remember your special day when wearing this. 

It would be great for every day; for the work day, for a play day and even for an evening out.

I'd love for everyone to have one of these babies in their jewelry box, oh heck on their arm!  Maybe a giveaway win in your future could make this possible for you.  Stay tuned.

In order to keep Big Brother Happy, please note, 

I received this product for free or at a deep discount to facilitate my review, in exchange for my honest opinion. I will only highlight products I feel will be of benefit to my readers. For more information regarding product review, please refer to my media kit.

Chicken Enchiladas Verdes with Mexican Rice

This one looks to be so easy (or easier) with the Tupperware Stack Cooker .. just another reason to have Tupperware in YOUR kitchen.

Serves: 6
Serving Size: 2 enchiladas, ¾ cup rice, 2 tbsp. salsa

Ingredients
Salsa Verde

• 1 lb. tomatillos, husked
• ½ medium onion, quartered
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled
• 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded
• ½ cup cilantro
• ½ tsp. coarse kosher salt
• ¼ tsp. black pepper

Enchiladas

• 1½ cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup frozen southwestern style corn, thawed and drained
• 1 cup Mexican blend cheese, shredded and divided
• 2 tbsp. Southwest Chipotle Seasoning
• 12 6" corn tortillas

Mexican Rice

• 1 medium onion, quartered
• 1 garlic clove, peeled and halved
• 14½-oz. can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, with liquid reserved
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 tbsp. Southwest Chipotle Seasoning
• 1 cup long-grain white rice

Instructions
Salsa Verde

1. Place tomatillos in UltraPro 2.1-Qt. Casserole Pan along with ¼ cup of water. Cover and microwave on high power 5 minutes. Drain and allow to cool slightly.
2. Place onion, garlic, jalapeno and cilantro in base of Power Chef™ System fitted with the blade attachment. Replace cover and pull cord to process until finely chopped. Add tomatillos, replace cover and pull cord to process until all ingredients are finely chopped.
3. Place mixture back in casserole pan, cover and microwave on high power 4 minutes. 
4. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.

Enchilada Filling

1. Place chicken, corn, ½ cup cheese and seasoning blend in medium bowl, stirring together using the Saucy Silicone Spatula. Set aside while preparing rice.

Mexican Rice

1. Preheat oven to 350° F
2. Place onion and garlic in base of Power Chef™ System fitted with the blade attachment. Replace cover and pull cord several times until finely chopped.
3. Place onion mixture, tomatoes, broth and seasoning blend in UltraPro 3.5-Qt. Lasagna Pan. 
4. Microwave on high power 4 minutes.
5. Add rice, stirring to combine. 
6. Cover and bake 25 minutes.

Enchiladas

1. Divide filling between tortillas and roll. Spread ¾ cup salsa verde on bottom of inverted UltraPro Roasting Pan cover (or use inverted Lasagna Pan cover and place aluminum foil over rice).
2. Place enchiladas in cover, folded seam down, and top with remaining salsa verde. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
3. Remove cover from rice and place inverted cover containing enchiladas on top. 
4. Bake, together, an additional 15 minutes or until heated through.

Remember its Birthday month at Tupperware and I'm holding a Tupperware Birthday Party.  Someone who orders from this party, will win my birthday present/prize.

Margarita Day

I know today isn't really Margarita Day ... 
its Cinco de Mayo but I was just thinking a Margarita would be perfect for today ... 
hence it's Margarita Day!

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 ounces tequila
• 1/2 ounce triple sec (Cointreau)
• 1 ounce fresh lime juice
• Lime wedge for garnish
• Sugar or Salt for glass rim.

Instructions:

1. Fill a Quick Shake Container with ice.
2. Add tequila, triple sec and lime juice
3. Cover and shake, about 30 seconds
4. Pour into Margarita Glass.

I love using the Tupperware Quick Shake Container instead of a cocktail shaker because I know the lid will stay closed, won't leak and it won't break if someone "slips" and drops it.

I've actually been using mine for over a year now and have one sitting in the liquor cabinet so no one is ever looking for a "shaker".

Don't have one?  Check out my Tupperware Site and you can have one for your own Margarita Day and more!

Chicken and Black Bean Salsa

Are you still looking for something to make for dinner on May 5th?I saw this on the Perdue Website and thought this would be perfect for Cinco de Mayo ... or any day.

What do you think?
Shall we try it?

INGREDIENTS:

• 4 PERDUE® PERFECT PORTIONS® Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast, All Natural (1.5 Lbs.)
• 2 tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided
• Adobo All-Purpose Seasoning With Pepper, To Taste
• 1/2 Red Onion Diced Small (About 3/4 Cup)
• 1/2 Red Bell Pepper Diced Small (About 1/2 Cup)
• 1 tsp. Minced Garlic Or 1 Clove Finely Chopped Fresh Garlic
• 1 can Black Beans, Drained And Rinsed (15.5 Ounces)
• 1/2 can Whole Kernel Corn (About 3/4 Cup)
• 1/2 tsp. Ground Cumin
• 1 Avocado Diced Small (About 1 Cup)
• 2 tbsp. Lemon Juice
• 2 tbsp. Roughly Chopped Fresh Cilantro

Instructions:

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with Adobo and add to the pan. 
2. Brown the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 170°F. 
3. Transfer the chicken to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
4. Heat the remaining oil in a skillet. 
5. Add the onions, peppers and garlic. 
6. Cook on medium heat just until the onions begin to become translucent, approximately 3 to 4 minutes. 
7. Stir in the black beans, corn and cumin. 
8. Continue cooking until warmed through, approximately 2 minutes. Remove the pan from heat. 
9. Stir in the avocado, lemon juice and cilantro until combined.
10. Serve bean mixture warm atop chicken breasts.

I bet this salsa will taste great on its own with some home-made tortilla chips too.  Oh yes this is definitely going to be tried in my house.

Thank you Perdue for a wonderful idea.

Picking your Battles and your best Revenge

I just had to share this one ...
I can't tell you how many times my sister has said something like this to me, especially when her kids were little (and I can't believe they grew up while we weren't watching ... cause we are always watching right?).

But sometimes you have to.  
And no it is not easy to do, but sometimes it is the best course of action.

I have to say though, that the best way to make peace within yourself, especially when you have had to bite your tongue and do things "their way" even if you feel its the "wrong way", is to succeed where they told you that you couldn't.

I have heard this many times, both in relation to me or one of my kids.  I could write a book on all those times I was told that either I have or I have "allowed" my kids, to set too high standards or we have set the bar too high. You are just setting up to fail ...

 I love this one ..  

And yes it is so very very true!

Everyone's idea of "massive" success is different.  

Doing or achieving something that "they" said you "couldn't" do is a Massive Success in my book .. 

YOU determine your massive success - 

NOT THEM, whoever "them" is.

Let's start this month creating 

OUR Massive Success

A Few Power Chef Recipes

The Tupperware Power Chef System is my go to for all kinds of things.
It is so much "lighter" than my KitchenAide mixer and Food Processor, and although I will admit I still like those too, this really is my "go to" on almost a daily basis.
I wanted to show you just how versatile this baby is for every day things.  You probably have all the ingredients you need to make lunches or dinners "extra" special in just minutes.

Sundried Tomato Mayo
Makes about ½ cup

• 2 egg yolks
• ¼ tsp. coarse kosher salt
• ¼ tsp. mustard, yellow or Dijon
• 2 tbsp. oil from sundried tomatoes
• 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp. sundried tomatoes

1. Combine egg yolks, mustard and salt in base of Power Chef fitted with paddle attachment. Cover and pull cord to combine ingredients.
2. Attach funnel attachment to top of Power Chef and open slightly. Pour 1–2 tablespoons of oil into funnel and pull cord as oil slowly flows into the Power Chef. Continue until all of the oil is combined and mayonnaise has formed. Stir in sundried tomatoes.
3. Store for 2–3 days in refrigerator.

Garlic Mayo
Makes about ½ cup

• 1 small garlic clove, crushed
• 2 egg yolks
• ¼ tsp. mustard, yellow or Dijon
• ¼ tsp. coarse kosher salt
• 4 tbsp. vegetable oil

1. Combine crushed garlic, egg yolks, mustard and salt in base of Power Chef fitted with paddle attachment. Cover and pull cord to combine ingredients.
2. Attach funnel attachment to top of Power Chef and open slightly. Pour 1–2 tablespoons of oil into funnel and pull cord as oil slowly flows into the Power Chef. Continue until all of the oil is combined and mayonnaise has formed.
3. Store for 2–3 days in refrigerator.

Chipotle Lime Mayo
Makes about ½ cup

• 2 egg yolks
• ¼ tsp coarse kosher salt
• ¼ tsp. mustard, yellow or Dijon
• 4 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp. lime juice
• 1 adobo pepper

1. Combine egg yolks, mustard and salt in base of Power Chef fitted with paddle attachment. Cover and pull cord to combine ingredients.
2. Attach funnel attachment to top of Power chef and open slightly. Pour 1–2 tablespoons of oil into funnel and pull cord as oil slowly flows into the Power Chef. Continue until all of the oil is combined and mayonnaise has formed. Stir in lime juice.
3. Place blade attachment into Power Chef and add the adobo pepper. Cover and pull cord until pepper is finely chopped.
4. Store for 2–3 days in refrigerator.

This week is the week to pick up yours, if you don't have one yet.  See this and more here.

Just a quick shout out to my Elite Legacy Executive Director

for these ideas.

She is the best!

Join my team and you could be getting these ideas from her (and some from me) as well as personal support from everyone on our team!