For the Foodie - Life With Kathy

My Better Batch

Cookies are always a great idea for the holidays. My daughters and I are always making cookies for the holidays. Sometimes you need ones that are quick and easy to make though. My Better Batch, a premium baking mix created by Lindsay Hancock, a working mom and former KIND Snacks exec, delivering homemade-tasting cookies effortlessly with its clean-ingredient cookie mix that lets anyone whip up bakery-quality cookies in just three easy steps! Packed with real non-GMO ingredients, no artificial flavors, preservatives, or fillers, each mix delivers the ultimate fresh-from-the-oven experience in minutes. (Woman-owned) Offering four signature cookie mixes in Double Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix, Chocolate Chunk Cookie Mix, Celebration Cookie Mix and Classic Sugar Cookie Mix. I have to say though, these taste just like they were homemade too. They are amazing! My family and I love them all. It’s a great option for those who may be super busy, and need some cookies whipped up quickly, or just because they taste amazing too.

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Mixly-Dirty Soda Syrup

Do you enjoy making dirty sodas? My family loves them. Maybe you’re hosting for the holidays, and you want to have some of these syrups so that you can make some great dirty sodas for your guests. There are three bold flavors. Endless dirty soda possibilities. The Mixly Dirty Soda Syrup Bundle brings together Coconut Lime, Cherry Vanilla, and Mango Pineapple so you can mix, sip, and find your favorite at-home dirty soda moment. Made with real fruit juice concentrates and extracts, pure cane sugar, and no artificial dyes or preservatives, these craveable syrups make it easy to turn everyday soda into something a little more fun. Just add 1 oz of your favorite flavor to cola, lemon-lime soda, or sparkling water, add a splash of cream if desired. Great for get togethers, or just making a dirty soda for yourself.

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mōcean

Love energy drinks? mōcean is an adaptogenic energy drink built for adults who’ve aged out of teenage sugar bombs. Every slim can has 130mg of caffeine from organic green tea, an adaptogen and botanical stack (shiso, panax ginseng, echinacea, elderberry, magnesium, zinc), no taurine, and no sucralose. Clean energy, real ingredients, zero corporate nonsense. I love that these are a lot better for you as well. They taste great too. My personal favorite is white peach. I’m a big fan of the flavor. Whenever I have an energy drink, I want to make sure there is no sugar in it, and these have no sugar, so they’re great. They come in these wonderful flavors as well. Make sure to check them all out.

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Packed With Purpose

How about sending a box full of delicious goodies to someone this holiday? Maybe there is someone who can’t make it for the holidays, or you just want to gift them with some great food. Impress them with a feel-good assortment that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. This curation of better-for-you bites from small, mission-driven makers proves healthy snacking can still wow. From savory purple sea salt potato chips, sea salt popcorn, and cinnamon pecan granola to soft-baked, gluten- and dairy-free oatmeal creme cookies, rich dark chocolate, toffee peanuts, and naturally-sweet dried fruit, there’s truly something for everyone. They’re going to love this! I’ve personally always thought these were great for collage students. You can never go wrong with sending out a box of goodies. That, or maybe just get a box for yourself to host a party this holiday season. Have all these delicious snacks out for your guests.

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Miss Chickpea‘s Bake Shop

Looking for some delicious goodies for the holidays? Whether you want to gift them, or have them out for a party, Miss Chickpea’s Bake Shop has got some great items to choose from. Established in 2018, Miss Chickpea‘s Bake Shop is a local San Antonio dairy-free and egg-free bakery focusing on intentional, clean ingredients in all of its products. In preparation for the holidays, the bakery will introduce national shipping for its products, opening the door to a whole new audience. Isn’t that wonderful?! You will have to check them out to see all the goodies they have. I think you’re going to have no problem finding something good for the holidays. I personally love the toasters. They’re amazing!!

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Sunnyland Farms-Georgia Grove Pecan Pie

The holidays just are not the holidays with pie. If you’re wanting to get a delicoius pie, make sure to check out Sunnyland Farms. They have some great items to choose from. I especially love this pecan pie. We always love having pies when it comes to the holidays. We developed this recipe with a beautiful Sunnyland Pecan Groves in mind, with only the best ingredients and plenty of farm-fresh Georgia Grown Pecans. They use a brimming 2 cups of pecan pieces along with brown sugar, fresh eggs, warm vanilla and real butter. Each Pecan Pie will serve 8. You can always order them now and freeze them for later too. Let them doing the pie cooking for you. The holidays can already be very busy, so why not grab a delicious pie.

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Gardencup

The holidays are already busy enough. Sometimes it can be hard just to have some time to sit down and eat something while you’re preparing everything else. Gardencup has got you covered. They have these cups full of pasta, sauces, and more! These are great for just eating right out of the container, or pour it in a bowl and get to eating. Great for grabbing something on the go so that you can eat quickly. Lots of delicious ones to choose from as well. Check below for some of their amazing dishes.

Chipotle Chicken + Couscous – A bold, Southwest-inspired protein cup layered with chipotle-seasoned roasted chicken breast, tri-color couscous, house-made corn pico, black beans, and a creamy chipotle dressing
Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta – Protein pasta featuring rotini tossed in house-made marinara vinaigrette with roasted herb chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and shaved parmesan.
Green Goddess Chicken Pasta – A vibrant, green-forward protein pasta cup featuring rotini with roasted herb chicken, green apple and celery veggie slaw, house-made green goddess dressing, kale, green cabbage, and roasted sunflower seeds.
Herb Chicken + Lemon Orzo – A bright, herbaceous salad cup featuring lemon-herb orzo with roasted leeks, cannellini beans, arugula, green peas, and roasted herb chicken finished with a bright lemon Dijon dressing and feta.
Peach Cobbler Overnight Oats – A dessert-inspired breakfast parfait layered with maple cinnamon overnight oats, honey Greek yogurt with collagen, baked peaches, and almond butter honey granola.

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