
Fall in to apple season with Crunch Pak‘s sliced apples. Whether you’re on-the-go or packing lunch for your kids, apples are an easy, healthy snack for young and old alike. Crunch Pak’s various Dipperz and Snackers have a little something for everyone with both sweet and savory pairings of caramel, cheese, grapes and pretzels.
You can buy your own Crunch Pak Sliced Apples or enter in the comments for a chance to win coupons good for any Crunch Pak product, which you can redeem at your local grocery store. Just let us know, in the comments, why you love apples. The contest starts at 10:00 a.m. EST today, and ends on Friday, September 21 at 5 p.m. EST.
We’re giving away ten Crunch Pak coupons to 30 lucky, randomly-selected commenters. You must include your email address in the “Email” field when submitting your comment so we can communicate with you if you’re a winner.
You may only comment once to be considered and you don’t have to purchase anything to win; a purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Odds depend on total number of entries. Void where prohibited. Only open to legal residents of 50 U.S. states, D.C. or Puerto Rico, and you must be at least 18 to win. For the first day of the giveaway, all entries (answers) must be entered between 10:00 a.m. EST on September 19 and 5 p.m. EST on September 21, 2012. Subject to full official rules. By leaving a comment on the blog, you acknowledge your acceptance to the Official Rules. ARV of each prize: approx $44.90. Sponsor: Scripps Networks, LLC, d/b/a Food Network, 9721 Sherrill Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37932.
So tell us, why do you love apples?

Enjoy the overabundance of fall produce all winter long by canning and freezing at home—it’s easier than you think! Take the guesswork out of storing produce, no matter the season, with Preserving: The Canning and Freezing Guide for All Seasons, an easy-to-follow preserving cookbook and guide. Although it’s a great place to start for beginners, long-time pros can learn a thing or two from the more than 200 recipes for pickles, chutneys, jams, sauces, curds and relishes. Get started right away with our Canning, Pickling and Preserves guide.
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There’s a new chip on the block, and it’s made from whole-grain rice and almonds. Change up your chip and dip routine with Blue Diamond Baked Nut Chips in Nacho, Sour Cream & Chive and Sea Salt flavors. They’re packed with enough flavor to stand alone, or don’t be afraid to dip them in something like spinach dip, made over, or add a layer to your lunchtime tuna sandwich.
You can buy your own Blue Diamond Baked Nut Chips or enter in the comments for a chance to win one bag in each flavor. Just let us know, in the comments, your favorite dunking dip. The contest starts at 10:00 a.m. EST today, and ends on Friday, September 7 at 5 p.m. EST.
We’re giving away three bags of Blue Diamond Baked Nut Chips to two lucky, randomly-selected commenters. You must include your email address in the “Email” field when submitting your comment so we can communicate with you if you’re a winner.
You may only comment once to be considered and you don’t have to purchase anything to win; a purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Odds depend on total number of entries. Void where prohibited. Only open to legal residents of 50 U.S. states, D.C. or Puerto Rico, and you must be at least 18 to win. For the first day of the giveaway, all entries (answers) must be entered between 10:00 a.m. EST on September 5 and 5 p.m. EST on September 7, 2012. Subject to full official rules. By leaving a comment on the blog, you acknowledge your acceptance to the Official Rules. ARV of each prize: approximately $6.24. Sponsor: Scripps Networks, LLC, d/b/a Food Network, 9721 Sherrill Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37932.
So tell us, what is your favorite dip to dunk chips in?
Now is the perfect time to take advantage of the bounty of late summer produce at farmers’ markets. It’s just starting to cool off, the first fall veggies are popping up, and late summer favorites (like juicy tomatoes!) are still making the rounds.
Carry your loot home in style with a SnapSac Grocery Tote. Throw your keys in the side pocket of these affordable, reusable bags and snap it closed one of three ways. When you’re done, throw it in the washing machine and it’s all set for your next trip to the market.
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Not all cereals are created equal: Choosing one with too much sugar, additives or hidden calories is never the way to put your best food forward in the morning. Before you know it, it isn’t even noon and you’ve already got hunger pangs (not to mention a pretty awful sugar crash). Stop bad breakfast in its tracks with Erewhon cereals. With strawberry crisp, cocoa crispy, and even gluten-free versions made with whole grains, this is a cereal you can feel good about eating.
You can buy your own Erewhon cereal or enter in the comments for a chance to win one. Just let us know, in the comments, why you love cereal. The contest starts at 10:00 a.m. EST today, and ends on Friday, August 24 at 5 p.m. EST.
We’re giving away a cereal prize pack containing three boxes of Erewhon cereal to one lucky, randomly-selected commenter. You must include your email address in the “Email” field when submitting your comment so we can communicate with you if you’re a winner.
You may only comment once to be considered and you don’t have to purchase anything to win; a purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Odds depend on total number of entries. Void where prohibited. Only open to legal residents of 50 U.S. states, D.C. or Puerto Rico, and you must be at least 18 to win. For the first day of the giveaway, all entries (answers) must be entered between 10:00 a.m. EST on August 22 and 5 p.m. EST on August 24, 2012. Subject to full official rules. By leaving a comment on the blog, you acknowledge your acceptance to the Official Rules. ARV of each prize: $15. Sponsor: Scripps Networks, LLC, d/b/a Food Network, 9721 Sherrill Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37932.
So tell us, why do you love cereal?

Keep the summer heat at bay with creamy, refreshing smoothies. Take a handful of berries, a dollop of yogurt, some ice and viola!, you’ve got an easy breakfast, lunch or snack. Not sure where to start? Try one of Food Network Magazine‘s 50 easy smoothie variations.
Make life (and smoothie making) even easier with a SmartStick Hand Blender by Cuisinart. The lightweight stick fits right into pots, pitchers, cups and bowls for quick blending and simple cleanup. Use it to make not just smoothies, but pureed soups, sauces and even pancake batter.
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Healthy snacking doesn’t have to mean bland snacking. Next time a craving hits, grab a bag of kale chips (sometimes there’s just not time to make your own!). Fresh, leafy kale is air crisped at a low temperature to keep all of the plant’s antioxidants, phyto nutrients and carotenoids intact.
Once the chips are perfectly crisped, Rythm Superfoods adds a bit of zing with ingredients like sunflower seeds, tahini and organic spices to create fun flavors like Zesty Nacho, Kool Ranch and Mango Habanero. Be careful of mindless snacking, though—just half of one 2 oz. bag is considered a single serving.
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Lazy summer days are meant for lounging in the park with friends, family and, of course, snacks. Take the guesswork (and the guilt) out of snacking with BOOMCHICKAPOP, a light, tasty, all-natural treat that’s only 35 calories per cup. Made with just popcorn, sunflower oil and sea salt, this snack pairs well with just about everything. Tote it to your next summer picnic in a handcrafted Napa-Botanica picnic basket with a water-resistant, comfy fleece blanket.
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Diet is a critical part of any athlete’s training—especially at the London 2012 Olympics. Long hours of practice make protein-rich good-for-you foods a must. That’s where Chobani comes in. Whether you’re an average Joe or a medal winning athlete, this high-protein, all-natural yogurt is the perfect fuel to power your day.
You can buy your own Chobani or enter in the comments for a chance to win coupons good for free Chobani yogurt, which you can redeem at your local grocery store. Just let us know, in the comments, your favorite Greek yogurt flavor. The contest starts at 10:00 a.m. EST today, and ends on Friday, July 27 at 5 p.m. EST.
We’re giving away five Chobani (6 oz.) coupons to 25 lucky, randomly-selected commenters. You must include your email address in the “Email” field when submitting your comment so we can communicate with you if you’re a winner.
You may only comment once to be considered and you don’t have to purchase anything to win; a purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Odds depend on total number of entries. Void where prohibited. Only open to legal residents of 50 U.S. states, D.C. or Puerto Rico, and you must be at least 18 to win. For the first day of the giveaway, all entries (answers) must be entered between 10:00 a.m. EST on July 25 and 5 p.m. EST on July 27, 2012. Subject to full official rules. By leaving a comment on the blog, you acknowledge your acceptance to the Official Rules. ARV of each prize: approx $6.45. Sponsor: Scripps Networks, LLC, d/b/a Food Network, 9721 Sherrill Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37932.
So tell us, what’s your favorite Greek yogurt flavor?

Make an easy summer snack on-the-fly with Welch’s Natural Spreads in Concord grape, strawberry and raspberry. Made with no preservatives, no high-fructose corn syrup and no artificial coloring, Welch’s Natural line is perfect on sandwiches, baked in muffins or as part of after-dinner treat (layer it with Greek yogurt for a sweet parfait!).
You can buy your own Welch’s Natural Spreads or enter in the comments for a chance to win a jam pack, which includes a recyclable tote, a sandwich keeper and a bamboo spreader, plus recipe cards for easy jam desserts and snacks. Just let us know, in the comments, your favorite way to eat jam. The contest starts at 10:00 a.m. EST today, and ends on Friday, July 20 at 5 p.m. EST.
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