Getting Excited Again

Do you have loose your craving for something? Like you plan a meal, and when it comes time to cook it, there is absolutely nothing that sounds appetizing about it anymore? Even if it is something you've good before, for some reason, at that moment in time, you would do anything not to eat it? That is exactly what happened to me last week.

I had a "regular" dish in our house on the menu, and when supper time rolled around, the thought of stepping into the kitchen and actually preparing it didn't exactly make me want to jump out of my recliner. So, I started thinking about what I could do to make it a bit more exciting. Why not add some spice? Not too much. Ya'll know how wimpy my tongue is, but enough to get my taste buds enthusiastic!

This comes together in almost no time, and while yes, you do need a bowl and a pan to make it, it's still pretty close to a one pot wonder, for those super busy nights we all seem to have too many of.

The amount of Cajun seasoning was just enough for us, some heat, but not too much. But if you are worried about it, start out with 1-2 tablespoons, and then taste it before adding more.

If you need a simple supper that doesn't taste simple, this needs to be on your menu soon. If you have a dish you've made forever, and need to get excited about it again, brainstorm and see what you can do!

Sausage, Potato & Pepper Bake

1 lb. polish sausage, sliced on a bias
2 green bell peppers, sliced
5 medium potatoes, cubed
1 (10 oz.) jar banana pepper slices, drained
3 TBS olive oil
3 TBS Cajun seasoning
Salt and Pepper to taste

Preheat oven to 400. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Toss well to coat. Transfer to a large, greased baking pan. Bake for 30-45 minutes until potatoes are tender.

Shared at Weekend Potluck

America's Better Sandwich with Brownberry ® Bread {A Review and Giveaway}

I love a good sandwich. Like really love. Like kind of obsessed! Especially in the summer months. There are so many evenings when it's supper time, and still scorching outside, too hot too cook, that a sandwich piled high with our favorite meats, cheeses and veggies really hits the spot; and makes for a filling, yet still light supper. Great sandwiches are made better with Brownberry® Bread, and now they have a contest to prove it! 

Brownberry® Bread is some of the best you can find in your grocery store. It's soft, delicious and everything you want in a good quality bread, while being something you can feel good about giving your family. Just look at some of these facts:

All of Brownberry® Whole Grain Sliced Breads and Brownberry® Sandwich Thins® Rolls contain/are:

3 to 4 grams of fiber per slice or thin

Zero grams of Trans Fat

No High Fructose Corn Syrup

Cholesterol free

Health authorities recommend munching on 25-38 grams of fiber and 48 grams of whole grains per day, much of which may come from whole grain products like Brownberry® Whole Grain Sliced Breads or Brownberry® Sandwich Thins® Rolls varieties.

If you’re not sure of how  many grams of whole grains you are getting, look for the Whole Grain Stamp found on all of Brownberry® Whole Grain Sliced Breads and Brownberry® Sandwich Thins® Rolls.

And now, the folks at Brownberry® want to see your best sandwich! In their  “America’s Better Sandwich” Contest, the sandwich artist whose filling best matches the goodness of Brownberry® bread  will win the grand prize of $25,000!!

Here are more details about the contest:

Before entering a better sandwich in the Contest, the entrant should make sure it includes any of the Brownberry®Whole Grain Sliced Breads or Brownberry® Sandwich Thins® Rolls varieties.

There are four (4) sandwich categories in the Brownberry^®  “America’s Better Sandwich” Contest including: “Creative Classic” (a healthful twist on a sandwich that has been around for more than two generations, such as a Reuben, BLT or club sandwich), “Stealthily Simple” (maximum of five (5) ingredients), “Fueling Good” (ingredients that help boost your energy such as healthful fats, protein, fiber and iron), and “Meatless Marvel” (no animal products including land and sea animals may be included in the recipe).

The recipe in each sandwich category with the highest score will receive a $5,000 category prize.

Entries will be accepted July 23^rd - August 22^nd, online consumer voting will take place September 22^nd - October 17^th, and the winners will be announced on National Sandwich Day- November 3^rd.

To submit a recipe, receive tips on creating a better sandwich or learn more about the Official Rules visit:www.americasbettersandwich.com.

For more info and fun, be sure to check them out on Facebook too!

Now, it's time to see what I did with my Brownberry® Bread. That's easy. I let the summer time garden inspire me. Some tasty bread filled with loads of fresh veggies and a flavored mayo that takes it to the next level! This sandwich is one of my favorites and I'm so excited to share it with you! 

Plus, the great folks at Brownberry® want you to try their fantastic bread in your kitchen. They are giving (1) lucky EMM reader coupons for free bread  and a $25 Visa gift card! Just scroll down past the recipe to enter! 

Garden Delight Sandwich with Herb Mayo

Brownberry® Oat Nut Bread

Spinach, washed and dried

Tomatoes, sliced thin

Cucumbers, peeled and sliced thin

Provolone Cheese

Banana Peppers, well drained

1 c. mayo

1 tsp. dried parsley

1 tsp. dried oregano

1 tsp. dried basil

1 tsp. freeze dried chives

Salt and pepper to taste

In a small bowl whisk together mayo, herbs and salt and pepper. Chill until ready to serve. To build sandwich, spread both slices of bread with mayo. Start with cheese on bottom, then spinach, tomatoes, cucumbers and finish with banana peppers. 

Shared on The Country Cook Aug. 15, 2014

To Enter: Leave a comment telling me what sandwich you would love to try with Brownberry® Bread. 

(1) Winner will receive coupons for free product and a $25 Visa Gift Card

Contest Ends Aug. 15, 2014

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Disclaimer: The coupons for product redemption, information, and gift card have been provided by Brownberry® Bread so that I could try the product and share my thoughts and information about Brownberry®. The opinions expressed in this post are my own and do not reflect the opinions of Brownberry® Bread.