Friday, January 1, 2010

Progresso Panko Review and Giveaway


I really enjoy cooking new and different meals for my family and I really love trying the newest cooking products when the come out on the market but I do have a couple of very picky eaters here at home so I have to be very careful what products I cook with. I had heard of Progresso Panko from many friends and some family and of course here on the world of blogs but I myself wasn’t quite sure what it was all I knew is that it was some kind of bread crumbs! I soon found out that Panko is a Japanese breadcrumb with a coarse texture and jagged edges and that makes for a really crunchy breadcrumb and is perfect for baking or frying so I decided to give it a try and thanks to Progresso and MyBlogSpark I was sent a Progresso Panko and Broth Prize Pack that included: 1 full size box of Progresso Panko breadcrumbs - plain flavor, 1 carton of Progresso Broth, a measuring cup, slotted spoon, soup ladle, a sheet pan and the Progresso Soups & More cookbook. So when the box arrived I was so excited to try it I surfed on over to Progressobroth.com to see what recipe I was going to put to the test and I finally decided on the Pesto Parmesan Chicken!!!

This was such a hit at the dinner table that I just had to share this recipe and I really recommend you to try this it’s great:

Prep Time: 10 Min
Start to Finish: 30 Min
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 lb)
3 tablespoons basil pesto
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 cup Progresso® plain panko crispy bread crumbs
1/2 cup finely shredded Parmesan or Asiago cheese
Fresh basil leaves, if desired
1. Heat oven to 400°F. Line baking sheet with foil; spray with cooking spray. Between pieces of plastic wrap or waxed paper, place each chicken breast smooth side down; gently pound with flat side of meat mallet or rolling pin until about 1/2-inch thick.

2. In shallow dish, mix together pesto and mayonnaise. In another shallow dish mix together bread crumbs and cheese. Dip chicken into pesto mixture then dip in panko mixture. Place on baking sheet.

3. Bake 15 to 20 minutes, turning once, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (165°F) and coating is golden brown. Garnish with basil.

Here are a few tips on how to use panko bread crubs:

• Breading 1-2-3: Panko adds the perfect light crunch to fish fillets, chicken breasts and pork chops. Dip in flour, then beaten egg and coat both sides in Panko before frying or baking
• Faux Fried: Instead of frying, bake Panko-coated chicken in a 400F oven for 20 minutes to get the same crispy crunch without the fat


Want to try Progresso Panko in your own kitchen? Sure you do and Progresso and MyBlogSpark is offering a Progresso Panko and Broth Prize Pack to one super reader!! The prize pack is just like the one I was lucky enough to receive and includes: 1 full size box of Progresso Panko breadcrumbs - plain flavor, 1 carton of Progresso Broth, a measuring cup, slotted spoon, soup ladle, a sheet pan and the Progresso Soups & More cookbook.




Mandatory Entry: Just tell me How do you make home entertaining easier? It’s that easy and be sure you include your e-mail if it’s not visible in your blogger profile!

Extra entries because we all know you want em’(Mandatory entry must be done for any of these to count) Please be sure to leave separate comments for each for them to count!

1. Become a public follower of my blog (current followers count too)

2. Follow me on twitter (@sgrant2005) and tweet this giveaway (daily)

3. Subscribe to my updates via a reader

4. Blog about this giveaway! Make sure you link back to this post and leave me a link!

5. What are your tips for using panko or broth

If you don't want to wait to try out Progresso's Panko and Broth you can go to Progressofoods.com to print a coupon good for $1.00 off any 2 Progresso products.

You can also visit Progressobroth.com for great recipe ideas and tips for using broth as well as a coupon good for $.50 off a carton of broth.

Giveaway ends Jan. 14, 2010 @ midnight CST. Winner will be chosen at random, using random.org and contacted by e-mail and has 48 hrs to respond before a new winner is chosen.

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion with the product listed above. Progresso and MyBlogSpark sent me a Progresso Panko and Broth Prize Pack for free for review purposes.

301 comments:

  1. I make entertaining easier by trying to plan my meals out ahead of time...that way I know how much time to give myself and I can enjoy the company!!

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  2. I make entertaining easier by one, keeping it simple. You can do simple yet elegant things, it doesn't always have to be over-the-top. Two, if I do plan something that take a bit more effort and time, I do ahead what I can to free my crunch time up a bit. Thanks so much for the opportunity to enter my name.

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  3. do prep work ahead of time mverno@roadrunner.com

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  4. I follow you on twitter (@HeartnSoulmom)

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  5. My tip for using broth is to use it in place of water in savory dishes. For example, when boiling potatoes for mashed potatoes, add 1 part water and 1 part broth. This imparts a rich flavor into your potatoes without adding a ton of butter and such.

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  6. HOw do I make entertaining easier? I make things ahead and "allow" my guests to bring dishes too!

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  7. I substitute broth in any recipe that contains meat and water. Just adds so much extra flavor to soups, stew, etc.

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  8. I hate to admit it but I make entertaining easier by using pre packaged appetizers.

    Ellen
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  9. I always try to make as much as I can the day before, so I'm not exhausted the day of the party. Thanks!

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  10. Making food ahead of time and freezing it is a big help!
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  11. Blog follwoer!
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  12. I like to have potlucks. It makes entertaining easier because I don't have to worry about cooking all of the food!

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  13. I DONT PLAN MY MEALS, I JUST DO IT.
    I JUST COOK IT EVERYTHING I NEED TO KNOW IS IN MY HEAD

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  14. You can't go wrong with Pasta- its filling and very inexpensive. I make a creamy white garlic sauce and add baby peas, shrimp and scallops: Poured over broad egg noodles! Very impressive and not hard to do.writer61@yahoo.com

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  15. divide and conquer. It helps when everyone pitches in and can get things done twice as fast and the expense isn't on only one family's shoulder.

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  16. By keeping it simple. Easy makeahead recipes help this.

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  17. I make it easier by doing as much as I can ahead of time. That way I can relax and enjoy the celebration.

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  18. Keep it SIMPLE! Entyertaining is supposed to be fun & relaxing!

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  19. I make my entertaining easier by ALWAYS making a list so I don't have to scramble at the last minute to make sure everything was done.

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  20. I make entertaining easier by always doing a buffet style and trying to pick things that work that way. For example...tacos work very well with this method. If you don't want to do buffet style for the whole meal, maybe think at least about doing the salad that way; then everyone can add only what they actually want.

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  21. following in Twitter (as SnowflakeDay) and tweeted: http://twitter.com/SnowflakeDay/status/7292189466

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  22. I make home entertaining easier by ordering out.
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  23. I make home entertaining easier by assigning someone to each task that needs to be done. Even my youngest child, who is seven, enjoys making sure all the napkins are set out and the oldest child who is ten loves to help with the cooking. If everyone has a job, it makes things go smooth!

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  24. I follow on twitter and tweeted here:
    http://twitter.com/lovelife1971/statuses/7295791469

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  25. Can you believe I just discovered Panko breadcrumbs! I use them to coat chicken and it makes the best stir fry chicken. Add a little Hoisen sauce after the breaded chicken is cooked and WOW! Great flavor!

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  26. I make home entertaining easier by doing a lot ahead of time and freezing appetizers. jelly15301@gmail.com

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  27. Google reader subscriber. jelly15301@gmail.com

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  28. Google friends follower. jelly15301@gmail.com

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  29. I keep the menu simple and have guests bring something to share.

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  30. I make entertaining easier by planning ahead and also keeping my extra freezer stocked with appetizers.

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  31. Get as much ready in the days before the event. I don't like to stress out the day of the event. I like to get a lot of setup done the night before but some foods and shopping can be done days in advance.

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  32. I HAVE TO PLAN AHEAD FOR EVERY THING AN TRY TO KEEP SUPLIES FOR SPUR OF THE MOMENT THINGS. I LIVE IN A SMALL TOWN WITH NO TRANSPORTATION AN LIMITED RESOURCES

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  33. by having extra stuff on hand for drop ins thanks minsthins at optonline dot net

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  34. When I have my annual 'big' party, I hire a helper to light the candles, serve the food, clean up afterwards. Then I can mingle.

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  35. I make home entertaining easier by making a plan, writing it down and sticking to it. This way, I'm not adding extra recipes or suddenly starting a new remodeling project right before the big day. asthenight at gmail dot com

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  36. I'm following your blog. asthenight at gmail dot com

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  37. I follow you on Twitter; here's my Tweet: http://twitter.com/AsTheNight/status/7302186760. asthenight at gmail dot com

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  38. I'm subscribed with Google Reader. asthenight at gmail dot com

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  39. My favorite tip for using broth is to use it instead of water when making rice, couscous and even pasta; also, add a little to mashed potatoes and veggies. Broth adds so much extra flavor even when you're using just enough to be considered seasoning! asthenight at gmail dot com

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  40. plan everything and be prepared for anything! ;-)

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  41. use broth instead of water when making rice

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  42. Patty/Taffy6@metrocast.netJanuary 2, 2010 at 11:17 AM

    Thank you so much for having this contest. I really appreciate it.
    I do everything I can ahead of time.

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  43. When I entertain I use easy recipes. Sometimes I even semi-ater. I want to spend as much time as I can with my guests.

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  44. I plan my menu by looking for foods that can be prepared in advance then just heated or taken from fridge to table, so I spend more time with my guests than in the kitchen.

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  45. Sometimes I boil my potaotoes for mashing in chicken broth with some garlic.
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  46. I make entertaining easier by preparing most of the food earlier in the week.
    dmkayes@gmail.com

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  47. I follow your blog.
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  48. We entertain simply by keeping holiday music in the CD player and boardgames on hand.
    mrsgerbil@Hotmail.com

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  49. I make a lot of things ahead. Sometimes I ask guests to bring something.

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  50. I use pre-prepared items and have my significant other help out. You can't do it all and work too!

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  51. I follow you on twitter and tweeted http://twitter.com/LisaSVance/status/7306351282

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  52. I use broth to cook rice and quinoa to add an extra layer of flavor to them.

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  53. I subscribe in my RSS Feed Reader

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  54. I do as much as I can ahead of time. I also make sure that I take care of the "main food," but I do encourage people to bring complementary dishes or drinks or something, as well. This works really well when you have people with a variety of tastes or dietary needs... no one ends up left out or unable to eat.

    honeybushtea AT gmail.com

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  55. And like lots of other people, I use chicken broth instead of water when I make potatoes, rice, etc... I also use panko on my homemade jalapeno poppers! :)

    honeybushtea AT gmail.com

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  56. I follow you! User "E A."

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  57. I substitute broth in any recipe that contains meat and water

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  58. I make entertaining easier by planning meals ahead of time and making whatever I can in advance.

    I also try to make only one difficult dish and leave the rest easy :)

    flufffreebies@hotmail.com

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  59. Do everything ahead! It's essential for the hostess to be able to enjoy her own party :)

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  60. I prepare everything the day before

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  61. trays of appetizers are so easy to prepare and easy for people to snack on just what they want

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  62. I use broth instead of part of the water when I'm cooking rice - makes it taste great!

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  63. one way i try to make holiday entertaining easier. is to make sure that clean-up is easy. cook non-sticky things in pots , this way your not scrubbing pots all night long.

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  64. I do what I can ahead of time. I try not to have complicated recipes that I haven't made before. And most of all, I try to relax!

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  65. We try to make as much ahead as possible then reheat right before guests arrive.

    furb@att.net

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  66. I make as much ahead of time as possible and if time is really short, I start with pre-made items such as frozen meatballs.
    Katina
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  67. I have everyone bring a side dish or dessert and I lay out the non-perishable and snacks and Kitchen items I will need the night before.

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  68. I make it easier by preparing ahead-some foods may be prepared and frozen or made and reheated

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  69. I make home entertaining easier by preparing well ahead of time. For example, some desserts can be made far ahead and put in the freezer.
    jamielz@verizon.net

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  70. Follow your blog
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  71. I make entertaining easier by allowing someone else to host.

    Thanks for the giveaway >^..^<

    bloggyig at gmail dot com

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  72. I make it easier by getting my best friend to come over and help!

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  73. I make it easier by searching out recipes that can be made ahead of time so I can be more relaxed and enjoy my guests.

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  74. I try to make as many dishes as I can in advance. If I can't make the entire dish then I try to have everything prepped and ready to go.

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  75. I make it easier by planning foods that can be prepared days in advance. I do not want to spend a party in the kitchen!

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  76. I keep a lot of frozen appetizers and chips & salsa on hand.

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  77. I can make homemade queso dip easily with products i have in the closet all of the time!

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  78. I keep nuts, popcorn, and veggies on hand along with games. While I get the rest of the cooking finished everyone stays entertained.

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  79. I use Panko bread crumbs on my homemade mac and cheese.

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  80. Home entertaining is a lot easier when everyone brings a dish to pass: no matter what the theme or occasion it automatically becomes an "our" party no matter where the party is held or who is officially the host and/or hostess.

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  81. I make it easier on myself by doing most of the food preparation ahead of time, so all I have to do the day of is heat up or bake!

    jennifercausby at hotmail dot com

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  82. I follow your blog.

    jennifercausby at hotmail dot com

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  83. I follow you on twitter - JCausby and I tweeted!

    http://twitter.com/JCausby/status/7353106912

    jennifercausby at hotmail dot com

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  84. I use broth to make soup all of the time! It's such a time saver to use store bought broth, instead of making your own!

    jennifercausby at hotmail dot com

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  85. I try to plan out my menu in advance, only go grocery shopping once and cook and freeze as much in advance as possible, so I am just reheating on the day of the party. Thanks! sbcashortie (at) hotmail (dot) com

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  86. I follow your blog. sbcashortie (at) hotmail (dot) com

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  87. I am following you on twitter (I am sbshortie) and I tweeted the giveaway at http://twitter.com/sbshortie/status/7353843650

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  88. I blogged about the giveaway at http://beccascontestlist.blogspot.com/2010/01/progresso-prize-pack.html

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  89. Use broth to make rice instead of water..it gives it a nice taste :)

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  90. I love to have potlucks; it's less work, everyone loves them, and there is automatically something for everyone to talk about (the food!).

    urchiken at gmail dot com

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  91. I use broth in place of water for soups. Thanks for the chance.
    mogrill@comcast.net

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  92. I plan my shopping and reciepes way in advance and cook what I can ahead of time!



    Thanks for entering me! Great Contest!

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  93. I make entertaining easier by taking shortcuts and serving easy appetizers like hummus & cut-up veggies.

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  94. I like to have guests for coffee and a dessert in the evenings...easy and quick clean-up.
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  95. blog follower
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  96. I subscribe to your posts via google.
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  97. This product looks like it would be good as a topping for something like baked macaroni and cheese.
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  98. I always have different types of sodas and drinks stored incase guests stop by. Thanks.

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  99. I often have pot lucks, where everyone brings a dish...much less work and cleanup for the hostess!

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  100. tweetL http://twitter.com/SnowflakeDay/status/7377737498

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  101. I make entertaining easier by asking guests to bring a dessert or wine.

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  102. Here's a tip for using Panko. If a recipes calls for it, DON'T try to substitute. There really is no replacement for panko.

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  103. i prepare everything ahead of time! when people come, you just pop everything in the oven and relax!

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  104. subscribe via google reader

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  105. tweeted

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  106. my tip for broth is always go low sodium! you can always add salt later. your heart will thank you :)
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  107. I make entertaining easier by planning meals ahead of time so everything is prepared.
    courteneycourteney@yahoo.com

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  108. I invite people over for brunch or lunch. With a baby in the house, having folks over in the evening isn't really a good idea right now, but lunch is a great time for us to get to visit with people. I've found that people have responded to these invites very positively, and I'm much less stressed hosting in the middle of the day, it seems!

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  109. I follow your blog.
    courteneycourteney@yahoo.com

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  110. I follow you on Twitter and tweeted.
    courteneycourteney@yahoo.com

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  111. I subscribe via a reader.
    courteneycourteney@yahoo.com

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  112. I use chicken broth to saute broccoli rabe.
    courteneycourteney@yahoo.com

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  113. Daily tweet! http://twitter.com/JCausby/status/7383805526

    jennifercausby at hotmail dot com

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  114. I make it easier by premaking the dishes I can make the day before and being organized
    Thank you
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  115. I subscribe
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  116. My tip is to use the broth instead of water when boiling other foods such as stuffing, potatoes and rice.
    Thank you
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  117. tweet
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    Thank you
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  118. I make things easier by planning food that I can make ahead.
    A major help.

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  119. Twitter follower @JalapenoMama and a daily tweet.
    http://twitter.com/JalapenoMama/status/7410449398

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  120. The panko, I would like to try using as a top for scalloped potatoes.

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  121. Daily tweet! http://twitter.com/JCausby/status/7419799873

    jennifercausby at hotmail dot com

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  122. tweet: http://twitter.com/SnowflakeDay/status/7425022240

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  123. i try to make things ahead of time and prepare ahead as much as possible

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  124. I eat progresso soups all the time. for lunch today im having Minestrone Vegetable Classics. These are great for any meal

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  125. I little wine always seems to make entertaining easier

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  126. follower

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  127. Daily tweet! http://twitter.com/JCausby/status/7459723549

    jennifercausby at hotmail dot com

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  128. I supply the main course, usually a casserole. And I ask the guests to bring side dishes, bread, salad and dessert. It makes life easy for all of us.

    lorenalke @yahoo.com

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  129. tweet: http://twitter.com/SnowflakeDay/status/7465037880

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  130. CALL it lazy but chips veggies and dips because this isnt a french restaurant

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  131. To make home entertaining easier I do various things such as themes, potlucks and I let others help me.

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  132. Follow & tweet http://twitter.com/dddiva/status/7475595875

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  133. I like to use broth to make rice and you can cut out a lot of butter using it to make mashed potatoes.

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  134. We like to have everyone bring a dish....

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  135. Daily tweet! http://twitter.com/JCausby/status/7493332958
    jennfiercausby at hotmail dot com

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  136. tweet: http://twitter.com/SnowflakeDay/status/7494266578

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  137. I like to entertain just one family at a time, so I can really focus on them and I don't have to cook/clean up as much. The only big party I've ever hosted is a block party outside on my lawn, which I did for five years. For this, I have odd numbered houses bring a salad, even numbers bring a dessert, and select people volunteered the extras!

    Cassie
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  138. Unfortunately I make entertaining easier by not doing it much. I typically only host people for my kids' birthdays and for Christmas every four years on my husband's side. I am not a very good cook so don't feel comfortable having people over.

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  139. I preplan the menu and do any prep work earlier if I can.
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  140. I preorder food from the deli, pick it and some beverages and chips up, whip up a dip, and voila', I can enjoy the party too.

    msurosey@yahoo.com

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  141. tweet: http://twitter.com/SnowflakeDay/status/7524792052

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  142. Daily tweet! http://twitter.com/JCausby/status/7562968475

    jennifercausby at hotmail dot com

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  143. I make entertaining easier by setting the table in the morning and setting out all of the serving dishes and utensils so that I can easily transfer the items to the dishes and then the table

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  144. tweet: http://twitter.com/SnowflakeDay/status/7572690042

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  145. I try to make entertaining easier by making as many things as possible the day/night before the party.

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  146. Try to get some of the stuff done the day before.
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  147. Following. thischickychick(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  148. Use broth for making soup. :)
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  149. I just make entertaining easier buy always having frozen chicken wings & flouer tortillas on hand that way I can make hot wings & cheese quesadillas for my GUESTS birdson@roadrunner.com

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  150. I follow U on GFC birdson@roadrunner.com

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  151. my tip for using Panko..... inclide it in your meatballs...it makes em really light !!! birdson@roadrunner.com

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  152. I try to make it easier by making everything ahead of time and getting family members to help out
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  153. I subscribe with Yahoo Reader
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  154. tweet: http://twitter.com/SnowflakeDay/status/7600500717

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  155. trying to prepare as much ahead of time
    msboatgal at aol.com

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  156. I make home entertaining easier by ordering my food instead of making it myself.

    annettekz2@yahoo.com

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  157. Daily tweet! http://twitter.com/JCausby/status/7610051770

    jennifercausby at hotmail dot com

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  158. I make entertaining easier using my Crockpot for meals.

    Thanks

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  159. I buy everything already prepared.

    eddingsfamily@prodigy.net

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  160. I make entertaining easier by making and doing as much as possible- right down to gathering the serving pieces- ahead of time.

    wolfcarol451(at)gmail(dot)com

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  161. My tip for using broth is to remember that, unless it is reduced sodium, prepared broth can be very salty. Taste before adding any additional salt mentioned in the recipe.

    wolfcarol451(at)gmail(dot)com

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  162. I just try to do as much of the prep work as I can the day before.

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  163. tweet: http://twitter.com/SnowflakeDay/status/7637660619

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  164. I try to have some things premade and freeze it to mesave on ti

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  165. Daily tweet! http://twitter.com/JCausby/status/7652880606

    jennifercausby at hotmail dot com

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  166. I make it easier by planning and preparing ahead of time.

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  167. Tweet http://twitter.com/DreeG/status/7664741004

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  168. we keep it simple using recipes like the one:

    1 package frozen meatballs
    1 can cream of mushroom soup

    heat in crockpot until meatballs are heated through, about 20 minutes.

    trinitygsd at yahoo dot com

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  169. I keep things easy by preparing as much as possible before guests arrive so that I am ready to just heat and serve.

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  170. I already publicly follow your blog with google friend connect.

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  171. I follow you on twitter(terri142)and tweeted.

    http://twitter.com/terri142/status/7682799544

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  172. My tip for using broth is to use it instead of water when making rice or mashed potatoes.

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  173. tweet: http://twitter.com/SnowflakeDay/status/7686578239

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  174. I plan meals that are made in ahead of any guests arriving. I often use my slowcooker for dinner parties.

    mamie316(at)sbcglobal(dot)net

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  175. I make entertaining easier by starting as soon as I can cooking and freezing, buying and cleaning so I will be prepared and not waiting until the last minite! Thanks! senekers@comcast.net

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  176. Daily tweet! http://twitter.com/JCausby/status/7694467182

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  177. i do as much cooking as i can beforehand

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  178. I try to make entertaining easier by being prepared and having everything ready..
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  179. Follow via google
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  180. Follow and tweet:
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  181. I try to make as much of the foods ahead of time and failing that, I just order in or pick up something.

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