A few weeks ago a fun company, Criss Elite, asked me to try out one of their products – Beeswax Food Wraps. I was so excited and couldn’t wait for them to show up on my doorstep. The wraps arrived in this super cute packaging with cute little flamingos and flowers. I was kind of already sold at that point. I’m such a sucker for good packaging. Any way, these wraps are reusable, eco-friendly, plastic free and non-toxic. I gotta be honest real quick. I’m not usually sold on a product just because it’s eco-friendly, plastic free and non-toxic. I’m still asking for a straw every time I go to a restaurant so I guess some would put me in the “environment hater” category. It’s not true – I love the turtles and all of the creatures, but I am just not gung-ho enough to only purchase products that are plastic free, eco friendly and non-toxic. BUT, I am sold on this product mainly because I LOATHE plastic wrap. Like, I really, really hate plastic wrap. Why, the strong reaction to a simple product that has been around for decades? Happy to tell you. First, I almost always cut my finger while trying to rip the plastic. Not sure why as I don’t have an issue with the sharp cutter on a wrap of aluminum foil, but that cutter on the plastic wrap does it to me every single time. Second, it is a pain in the arse to try to keep it from sticking to itself. I pull out a beautiful sheet of plastic, start to cut it and all of a sudden my perfectly sized sheet is now half it’s size and has morphed into a ball, instead of a sheet. Third, it never sticks to the bowl or dish or whatever it is I’m trying to cover. It will stick to itself, all day long, but when I need it to stick to my dish, fat chance. So, you can see why I was excited to learn there was an alternative to this demon product. And the beeswax wraps work! For real. How, you ask? Well, first the beeswax wrap needs to be warmed up with your hands to take the shape of a piece of food or to cover a bowl. When you take them out of the packaging they are hard. (I was a bit worried at this point) As the beeswax cools, the wraps will seal and keep your food fresh naturally. You just pull one out, rub it in your hands and then cover what you need to cover. What next? Wash the wrap with little soap and water and hang dry. You can reuse them for up to a year. Crazy. Oh and the best part. Totally forgot. Because they are antibacterial and have antioxidant properties of beeswax and jojoba oil, your food will stay fresh longer and keep foods like avocados and bananas from browning as quickly!!! Y’all should totally try them. I will definitely be purchasing more of these Criss Elite Beeswax wraps. Bye Bye plastic wrap. Can’t say I’m sad to see you go.
Meal Plan for the Week of 4/17
Sunday, March 17th – Lightened Up Shephards Pie – Happy St. Patrick’s Day, y’all. This is one of my family’s favorite holidays so I had to find an appropriate recipe. I love this @skinnytaste shephards pie. You won’t even notice it’s lightened up. Super easy and tasty and totally family friendly. Slainte!
Monday, March 18th – Weight Watchers Tuna Noodle Casserole – Have I shared this recipe before? I don’t think I have but then again, maybe? I think I’ve shared something similar. Any who, this is a great family casserole that comes together super fast. Perfect for a Monday night.
Tuesday, March 19th – Ranch Pork Chops and Potatoes Sheet Pan – Yep, you read that right potatoes. There is nothing bad about a potato, y’all. This recipe is under 400 calories a serving so cool your jets. AND it’s a one pan wonder. You are welcome.
Wednesday, March 20th – Spicy Ground Turkey & Green Beans – It’s been a while since I pulled out my Costco frozen green beans. Feel like it’s time. Can’t mess this one up. Super straight forward and quick.
Thursday, March 21st – Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Skillet – So similar to others I have shared but so easy and tasty it’s hard not to keep putting these into the rotation. P and the kids (who am I kidding – the KID) will add shells while I put over lettuce. I will add some tomatillo salsa to my plate!
Friday, March 22nd – Sheet Pan Philly Cheese Steak – I’m super excited about this recipe. Sheet Pan, Cheese Steak – what’s not to love. This will run you around 550 calories BUT that number does include the bun so not too bad. Plus, it’s Friday so go crazy!! Update – if you are Catholic just switch Monday with Friday! I can’t ever remember to not eat meat on Fridays…. I guess that makes me an “environment hater” and a heathen. I’ve been called worse…..
There you have it. Healthy, Quick and Delicious meals for the week of St. Patrick’s Day. Enjoy Y’all.
XO ~ Kelly D.
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