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Try it – the long-awaited CARAMEL Oikos!

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Try It

I fouuuund it! (name the movie!)

Yes, after weeks of letting jealousy and resentment build up inside me as I watched some of my favorite bloggers stuff their pretty faces with caramel delights, I finally found some of my own Caramel Oikos ;)

It’s no secret that I’m a fan of Oikos, so when I heard they had sweet dessert-like flavors out on the market, I just HAD to get my hands on them.

While I wasn’t able to find the chocolate flavor, I did spot the caramel this past weekend. Of course, the Mister got into them before I did, but THIS time, he was scared of my wrath gracious enough to leave me one (that’s my love!).

Now, let me just say right off the bat that I AM NOT a fan of the trickery that yoplait so often commits.

For example: Cinnamon Roll. Really? REALLY, Yoplait? I really hope your cinnamon rolls don’t taste like the “tangy, artificial tasting goop overdose don cinnamon” that you push at the grocery store. If so, you need to get to a Cinnabon right away, like NOW – because you’ve been deprived. And the blueberry cobbler? Don’t get me started. I’m all for making healthy swaps, but please, let’s be real – it tastes like feet — with lots of sugar sprinkled on top.

Needless to say, dessert flavored yogurts don’thave the best track record with me. Nevertheless, I was still pretty jazzed to try the caramel Oikos ;)

It did NOT disappoint.

I think the reason Oikos is able to pull off these flavors is because it is so much creamier than standard yogurt, and the yogurt base is natural in it’s flavor, instead of overpowered by artifical tasting sweetner. As far as sugar in yogurt goes, I really believe less is more (and yes, the queen of frosting actually just said that).

Oikos creates a perfect balance with its rich and creamy yogurt and gooey, sweet caramel. And you know me, I kinda dig balance ;)

Now if only I could get my hands on the CHOCOLATE!

Have you tried Oikos caramel or chocolate yogurt? What are your favorite yogurt flavors?

Daily Delish – Comfort food – simplified!

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Daily Delish

Wowzers! What a whirlwind of a day!

I apologize for being MIA — but I’m off the cuddle up with the Mister (you know where my priorities are!)

A crazy day calls for a simple, comforting dinner, no?

I roasted up some turkey cutlets and topped with a jar of gravy (so sue me!). This was served alongside frozen sweet corn (heated up, of course!). As you can see, I really went all out today! But we all have these days, don’t we? When even a 20 minute meal sounds overwhelming? Well we all know that I can’t order TAKE OUT!

But who says that “fast food” can’t be homemade and healthy!! Sure, it wasn’t the most inventive, or fun to make, but it did the job in providing an easy, delicious AND healthy meal.

What meal do you make when you crave something “homemade” but are pressed for time? I could use your ideas!

Make it – Crock-pot Chicken Cacciatore

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Who says complex, impressive dishes have to be complicated? Sure, anyone can throw some chicken/meat into a crock-pot and call it a meal, but why not get creative with the ingredients to mimic restaurant favorites?

I went to work to create an easy, crock-pot version of the traditional favorite, Chicken Cacciatore. It takes about 10 minutes to prepare.

You’ll need:

First, pan-sear chicken breasts in 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Chicken does not need to be completely cooked-through, just seared.

Put the chicken into the crockpot.

Pour the pasta sauce on top and add all of the other ingredients into the pot.

Let sit 8 hours on low. When you are ready to eat, stir the contents of the pot and serve.

I like to top mine with mozzarella cheese, and I normally serve this with some fresh Italian bread — it’s perfect for dipping into the extra sauce.

ENJOY!

What is your favorite fancy meal to simplify in the crock-pot?

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