Sweetsmith Candy Company Review

I received some great sweets today, from the company Sweetsmith Candy Company.

This company is the true meaning of starting from the bottom up. From saving money selling newspapers, to peanuts brought over by Grandma, to the business it is today. Dannah Davies, knows the struggles, and with a family recipe she committed to her memory, Sweetsmith Candy Company was born. She took that family recipe and turned Brittle's and other candies, into a handcrafted business. Even with those who said it could not be done, it just gave her more drive. And today Sweetsmith candy can be enjoyed by all.

So let me tell you how these sweet treasures tasted!

The first box was traditional peanut brittle, that is just everyone's favorite. Just like Grandma used to make, it’s a fantastic, mouth watering brittle. One bite and your going to be hooked. The peanut brittle is gluten free, egg free, soy free, vegan and also dairy free. For those who have a problem with dairy, this Traditional Peanut Brittle is a wonderful snack. It is also made with Isomalt, which is a sugar substitute so it’s a great snack for diabetics as well. Isomalt is a type of sugar alcohol primarily for a sugar like physical state. What's great is that it will not promote tooth decay, so it’s a sweet treat that is tooth friendly. The peanut brittle from Sweetsmith, is covered in wholesome peanuts, that gives you not only a nice crisp brittle, but one that melts in your mouth.      

The box's that the candies come in are ready for gift giving, also they would look great in a gift basket.

Now for those of you whom love English Toffee, Sweetsmith Candy Company, has that to. A handmade with love type of candy! A English Toffee, that has fresh roasted peanuts and a mouth watering Belgian chocolate, until you get to the buttery toffee layer, that is extraordinary. In each bite you take, it just reminds you of being in the kitchen with Grandma making Toffee for the Holidays. One bite and you taste the love, and passion that went into making the English Toffee. A real sweet treat, you can't get enough of.

The next flavor is a new one for me, from Sweetsmith, it is Groggnog Brittle. It is flavors of eggnog, but yet egg less, with a flavor profile of Jamaican rum, and vanilla, and nutmeg. And if you thought that was it, there is more nutmeg sprinkling on top. This is a great Brittle to serve for Xmas. A very festive Brittle.

How about Strawberry Shortcake Brittle, Sweetsmith has that flavor as well. A nice sponge toffee brittle that is topped with a ton of white Belgian chocolate and fresh strawberries, that were freeze dyed. This brittle will wake up your taste buds with its refreshing sweet taste. The white Belgian chocolate is nectar to your lips.

Here's a great brittle that is a wonderful treat for those on special diets. It’s the sugar free, keto, coconut brittle. Every bite you get the taste of the fresh toasted coconut. And the brittle is again made with the all natural Isomalt. The nice crispy coconut brittle is just divine. And on each piece you see the toasted coconut, and the peanuts, there was no skimming done on this brittle. A wonderful tropical flavor, that takes you away to the islands.

Now who doesn't love cookies n cream anything. Well Sweetsmith has some, and it’s a nice biscuit et crème. A crunchy delicious candy bar, with zero sugar. Now you get to have your cookies and sweet treat in one. The flavor is so lip smacking, you will not want to stop. Made with the sugar substitute Isomalt as well, so very diabetic friendly. It's smaller then other candy bars, but bigger in flavor.

If you want to bring these sweet treasures home, visit Sweetsmith on their website, Amazon or on Faire.

A elegant guilt free brittle and candy, you will love!

www.sweetsmithcandyco.com

Disclaimer: Momzdailyscoops has personally reviewed the product listed above. Momzdailyscoops has not received any monetary compensation for her review. Momzdailyscoops did receive a free product to try out so Momzdailyscoops could evaluate and use it for her review. Momzdailyscoops thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ. Camera and lighting might effect appearance of product/products.

Proudly Pure Product Review

From Newport Beach, CA, I received some great products, that I incorporated into lunch and dinner, and a snack in after we were all done.

Proudly Pure creates products, that are not only great tasting, but nutritious as well. From coconut oil to salt and pepper, they make great tasting products with real ingredients.

The first product I used was the Proudly Pure, Rosemary and Thyme Parmesan Crisps. I finally blended them to make a coating for a chicken breast for lunch. It was really good, and using the air fryer to do the cooking keep the parm crisp coating on perfectly. You could still taste not only the parmesan crisp, but the rosemary and thyme as well. It was a great coating for the chicken breast, but would also be good in other recipes as well, or straight out of the box.

The Parmesan crisps are all made with one hundred percent natural aged parmesan cheese. There's nothing artificial used at all, no fillers, no wheat, and no gluten. You can eat them right out of the box, or do like I did and get creative. They are great for everyone, especially watching your carb intake. Take them on the go as a grab and go snack! A great product to showcase for a dip, for the Holidays, or any get together. You can use them as a alternative to many other foods, such as chips, cheese curls, croutons, and unhealthy snacks you may be munching on. Also they would make a great crunch for a burger, or serve with your favorite soup. The ideas are endless for sure! Crackers, yep they are a great alternative for them as well.

Before dinner I made two appetizers, the first was using the Proudly Pure, Garlic, onion, sesame, poppy seed parm crisp and breaking it into small pieces to garnish my lobster deviled eggs. It was the perfect compliment to this appetizer. I made them small enough so when you took a bite of the lobster deviled egg, you got the parm crisp as well. The flavor profile of the parm crisp, carried onto the lobster and egg, giving a garlic, onion flavor.

The next appetizer, I went in a different direction. I took the Proudly Pure Parmesan crisp, melted fresh parmesan on top, with a slice of jalapeno. The flavor of the Parmesan crisp itself was Jalapeno, so you got double the flavor of the pepper. It was scrumptious. The parmesan crisp itself held up beautifully, being baked with cheese on top. They didn't last long at all, a very finger licking good appetizer.

With the Proudly Pure, Parmesan crisp, that was the original, I used them in place of croutons for a Caesar salad. Again, they held their own, even with dressing on them. They stayed crisp and tasty. No matter what I threw on them, the cheesy flavor and the crispness stayed true. The parm crisp would look so elegant on a cheese board for special occasions. But also make a great snack any time of the day.

Along with the Parmesan crisps from Proudly Pure, I received a jar of coconut oil, in which I used to sear some tuna steaks. The coconut oil is unrefined and cold pressed. You can also use it to soften your skin, or as a hair care product. It's healthy for cooking, and a very versatile product. Cooking with coconut oil is great, because it is cholesterol free, and is heart healthy. The coconut oil from Proudly Pure is also organic, and is safe for all types of diets. It was a great choice for the tuna steaks, they came out beautiful and did not burn. Coconut oil is great for searing, or sautéing. And if you’re a baker, it is a wonderful substitute for butter. The coconut oil also has a very neutral taste, and does not taste like coconut at all.

After a while the entire family enjoyed some of the Proudly Pure mini bite size keto chocolate chips cookies. They were great with a nice glass of cold milk, just like when you were a kid. There is no sugar in the cookies so they are great for everyone, especially those that have to watch their sugar intake. Also they are made with real ingredients, that you can understand when reading the label. They are a great snack to take on the go, or pack in your lunch, they are just the right size mini bite. A wonderful yummy guilt free snack that provides you with a healthy alternative to other sugary cookies. The cookies have a nice fresh taste, and a crispy chew, and hold up great for dunking!

If you would like to grab some for your cabinet, head over to the website or on Amazon.

Keep it real, and keep it healthy!

www.proudlypure.com  

Disclaimer: Momzdailyscoops has personally reviewed the product listed above. Momzdailyscoops has not received any monetary compensation for her review. Momzdailyscoops did receive a free product to try out so Momzdailyscoops could evaluate and use it for her review. Momzdailyscoops thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ. Camera and lighting might effect appearance of product/products.

Country Ham with Red eye Gravy

1 pound country ham, sliced thin

2 slices thick slab bacon

1 teaspoon sugar

1/2 cup warm water

1 tablespoon strong black coffee

Grits for serving

Buttermilk Biscuits for serving

When you use standard cured ham instead of old-fashioned true Country Ham, you can omit to soak the ham overnight, soak it if it is salty. Cut the fat from the ham and put aside. Split the ham into pieces, each around 3 by 4 inches. Place the ham in a wide tub, cover with cold water, and cool overnight.

Before cooking, wash, clean and dry the ham. In a big cast iron pan, fry the reserved ham fat and bacon only, if your ham does not contain sufficient fat to create at least 2 tablespoons of fat, until browned and crispy. Transfer the browned pieces to the paper towels to drain.

Fry the ham in a single skillet, rotating regularly, until well browned on both sides.  When each batch is done, drain  paper towels and keep warm.

Remove the skillet from fire and gently remove all but one tablespoon of the oil. Return to medium flame, whisk in the sugar. Cook , stirring continuously, until the sugar has dissolved and starts to caramelize for about 30 seconds.

Start adding the warm water to the skillet and stir until well melded. Cook for 1 minute, stirring and scraping the bottom of the skillet to loosen any browned pieces. Apply the coffee to the skillet and whisk until well mixed.

Meat Taffy Jerky Review

If you are on the hunt for some great Jerky, I got some today from a company called Meat Taffy Jerky. The company seeks out great meat taffy from all over, for those looking for some great stuff. They go all over tasting different Meat Taffy makers, products then bring it forth, so it's easy to find.

The first product from Meat Taffy Jerky, is the Big Swinging, Hot Sausage stick. The beef sticks are made from those who have been making it over fifty years. The meat taffy stick is made with premium ingredients. It's tender, with a hot savory taste, that is perfect. It's a handmade jerky that has been wood smoked naturally. And in every bite you can taste the expertise that has gone into making this Meat Taffyjerky. The perfect texture and chew, that satisfies your taste buds.

The next beef stick from Meat Taffy Jerky is the Big Swinging Beef Sausage stick. It is a nice flavor with a easy chew. Not like other store shelf beef sticks. You can taste the love and time put into crafting the Meat Taffy. You just want to keep eating it, the flavor is so mouth watering. The aroma and the taste just scream pure beef. It truly is a great perfect snack, and the size is huge. One stick is big enough to have for a meal! They make a great grab and go snack, that is lip smacking good.

The last Meat Taffy Jerky stick is Big Swinging Teriyaki Sausage. This hand crafted Meat Taffy is amazing. If you are a fan of anything Teriyaki, this Meat Taffy is for you. A huge, flavorful meat stick that really satisfies. The Meat Taffy Jerky beef stick is made perfectly, with a nice Teriyaki robust flavor. The casing is crisp with a nice inside chew. Reminds you of the cowboy days.

These Meat Taffy Jerky's are some serious beef sticks!

The last product sent over is one eight pound meat package of beef jerky. Nice slices of just all natural juicy beef jerky. Supporting local farmers since 1967, this is some truly prize handmade jerky. Naturally wood smoked out of Chatfield, Minnesota.

You will definitely not be able to stop at one bite.

If you are looking to try some Premium Meat Taffy, head over to Amazon, or online at www.meattaffy.com

You will be glad you did.

Disclaimer: Momzdailyscoops has personally reviewed the product listed above. Momzdailyscoops has not received any monetary compensation for her review. Momzdailyscoops did receive a free product to try out so Momzdailyscoops could evaluate and use it for her review. Momzdailyscoops thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ. Camera and lighting might effect appearance of product/products.