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    Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes from Primal Kitchen

    Whether you entertained many at a big family affair, friendsgiving, or neighborhood potluck, or you kept it more intimate and close to home this year, Thanksgiving leftovers happen. If you loosened the belt buckle a few notches or premeditated a few extra servings and you wore your Thanksgiving pants to dinner (remember Joey’s super stretchy sweatpants on Friends?), then you may not be in the mood to heat-and-eat the exact same leftovers from Thanksgiving dinner the next day or two.

    You can pile a little bit of all of the savory leftovers into a wrap or sandwich, or stuff it into a casserole dish with a little extra gravy and a prayer that it’ll turn into something more attractive when it’s heated.

    You can also take individual leftover ingredients and reimagine something new with them—leftover baked or boiled potatoes can become potato salad with bacon or slices of sweet potato toast that you smear with mashed avocado and top with a fried egg.

    Leftover Turkey Recipe

    Rotisserie Chicken Salad

    This 15-minute, no cook chicken salad recipe uses an entire rotisserie chicken, a few pantry items, chopped produce, and bacon for smoky saltiness. Perfect for meal prep for a few days of lunches or an easy no-cook dinner for four on a busy weeknight, this rotisserie chicken salad melds the herby tang of our Ranch Dressing with the creamy richness of Primal Kitchen’s Mayo with Avocado Oil, and the spatter of sharp black pepper with a little sweet from chopped apple, a little bite from chopped onion, and the crisp, clean crunch of celery.

    This template is easy to switch up, too, according to what you have available in your pantry and fridge. Don’t have celery? Use chopped raw green beans or shaved asparagus instead. Don’t have a white onion? Use chopped scallions or shallots. Sub a pear or even pecans, cashews, or sunflower seeds of the apple. You can also use any creamy Primal Kitchen dressing to switch things up (try Dreamy Italian or Green Goddess). Serve in butter lettuce cups for a handheld lunch or dinner that requires nothing else but a napkin.

    Nutrition info (per serving):

    Calories: 503

    Carbs: 11 grams

    Fat: 42 grams

    Protein: 27 grams

    Ingredients

    Instructions

    • Remove all of the meat from the bones of the rotisserie chicken, and place in a large bowl (it’s OK if some of the skin is left on the meat).
    • Save the chicken carcass to make chicken bone broth. You can place the bones in a resealable freezer-safe bag to freeze for later use.
    • Wash and dry the leaves of the butter lettuce. Divide the leaves into bundles of about 4 lettuce leaves per bundle.
    • To the bowl with the rotisserie chicken, add mayo, ranch dressing, black pepper, onion, celery, apple, and bacon. Mix well to combine.

    Leftover Potato Recipe

    Classic Potato Salad with Bacon

    Classic American potato salad is the perfect picnic partner to accompany almond-crusted chicken tenders, butter lettuce salad, and homemade lemonade. Its creamy, slightly tangy flavor shines on the side of barbecue faves like pulled pork, smoked turkey or chicken, and salmon sizzling with smoky-sweet barbecue sauce. Bring it into the backyard to serve alongside grilled burgers, chicken thighs, hot dogs, and ribs.

    Nutrition info (per serving):

    Calories: 249

    Carbs: 24 grams

    Net Carbs: 22 grams

    Fat: 17 grams

    Protein: 5 grams

    Ingredients

    Instructions

    • Cut the potatoes into uniform pieces.
    • Boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water for about 15 minutes, or until slightly al dente (see How Long to Boil Potatoes section above for more details).
    • Drain the potatoes.
    • Mix mayo and mustard together in a large bowl. Add potatoes, bacon, and dill. Mix gently until just combined.
    • Refrigerate potato salad for an hour before serving.

    Interested? Follow the scent of the turkey bone broth (don’t throw out that turkey carcass in the dash to clean up!), and head into the kitchen to make these Thanksgiving leftover recipes that’ll put a new spin on classic Thanksgiving ingredients.

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    ALAHTA Pouch Provides Stylish Storage for a Hairbrush or Comb, While Protecting the Inside of a Purse or Travel Bag

    Developed by product creator and entrepreneur Athalia Monae, the ALAHTA Pouch (www.pouchesbyalahta.com) is designed to store a hairbrush or comb, while protecting the inside of a woman’s purse, gym bag, travel bag, or any other form of luggage from stray hairs and hair products. The pouch can accommodate paddle brushes, rake tail combs, rat tail combs, wig brushes, and blow dry brushes.

    As a woman on the go, Athalia Monae was getting sick and tired of tossing her hairbrush and comb into her purse, only to wind up with stray hairs and hair products all over the other stuff on the inside. So she wrapped them in a paper towel and began searching beauty supply stores, department stores, drug stores, and even online for the right solution. But she couldn’t find what she was looking for.

    Athalia
    ALAHTA Hair Brush/Comb Pouch

    That’s when Monae designed, created, and patented just the case that she wanted. She launched her company, ALAHTA (www.pouchesbyalahta.com), and introduced its flagship product – the ALAHTA Pouch.

    The ALAHTA Pouch is designed to store a hairbrush or comb, while protecting the inside of a woman’s purse, gym bag, travel bag, or any other form of luggage from stray hairs and hair products. The pouch can accommodate paddle brushes, rake tail combs, rat tail combs, wig brushes, and blow dry brushes.

    Available in various colors and prints, the pouch is made of a polyurethane exterior and fabric all throughout the inside, which easily can be wiped clean and also is safe in the washing machine.

    “My sole objective behind this design was to create a quality product available to all other women that need something to keep their hairbrush or comb in,” said Monae. “But for me personally, it was not only about creating a product that is needed, but also something that I can be proud of and something that other women will appreciate and find to be helpful. Today, I can say that we certainly are on our way to getting there.”

    For more information or to order the ALAHTA Pouch for hairbrushes and combs, visit www.pouchesbyalahta.com.

    About Athalia Monae:

    Athalia Monae is a product creator, published author, entrepreneur, and founder of ALAHTA, Inc., one of the newest product development and innovation companies in the U.S. Monae’s primary mission in launching ALAHTA is to produce high-quality, easy-to-use products that improve the everyday lives of men and women. The company’s flagship product is the ALAHTA Pouch, designed to store a hairbrush or comb, while protecting the inside of a woman’s purse, gym bag, or travel bag.

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    2x Super Bowl Champ and POC Entrepreneur Terrell Davis is Winning the Wellness Space – Try His Products Today

    Only a year after successfully launching his sports wellness brand, DEFY, co-founder Terrell Davis (“TD”) continues to redefine what it’s like to be a black entrepreneur in a climate of COVID and civil unrest.

    TD has been front and center helping DEFY to crystalize its mission, from securing product donations at the height of COVID to speaking up about George FloydWhether it’s winning super bowls or opening up new markets, TD’s message is always the same – DEFY the moment.

    DEFY ZERO Sampler
    16 oz – $35.94 / 6-pack

    Redefine your focus and recovery with six bottles of our zero-sugar-added CBD performance drink in three delicious flavors (Orange Mango, Mixed Berry, Lemonade). Discover your new favorite and begin your journey of defying the everyday.

    • / ZERO added sugar
    • / 20 Calories per bottle
    • / 20mg of performance-spectrum hemp extract
    • / Includes CBD with minor cannabinoids CBG, CBC and CBN
    • / 0% THC
    • / 10% coconut water for enhanced hydration
    • / Vitamins, potassium, and electrolytes
    • / Natural flavors and sweeteners
    • / No artificially sourced colors
    • / Vegan / gluten-free / dairy-free / soy-free
    • / 16-ounce bottles

    DEFY’s CBD performance drinks are designed to help you DEFY your limitations™. DEFY utilizes patented technology to achieve optimal absorption and increased bioavailability. DEFY’s recovery-enhancing performance spectrum hemp extract is exclusively sourced from crops grown using organic practices on licensed U.S. farms, traceable seed to sale, and always full-panel tested by accredited third-party labs.

    Perform CBD Oil
    1 oz. – $54.99

    Elevate your game with our hemp-derived CBD tincture custom formulated for peak performance. PERFORM CBD is specifically crafted with a proprietary blend of minor cannabinoids paired with MCT oil for optimal absorption, flavor and results.

    • / Organically Grown USA Hemp
    • / Non-intoxicating; 0% THC
    • / Broad Spectrum: CBD, CBG, CBC, CBN & CBD-V
    • / Natural Terpene Profile
    • / No Added Flavors, Colors or Additives
    • / Lab Tested to Ensure Purity & Potency
    • / Vegan / Gluten-Free / Non-GMO / Sugar-Free / Alcohol-Free
    • / 250mg or 750mg, 1-ounce bottles

    CBD Muscle Balm
    2.4 oz – $49.99

    Penetrate your muscles with a powerhouse combination of menthol and camphor, formulated to soothe stressed and tired muscles. DEFY’s easy to apply, no mess formulation includes a natural comforting blend of essential oils including 800mg of CBD to provide targeted penetration.

    • / 800mg CBD
    • / Non-Intoxicating; 0% THC
    • / 10% Menthol & 5% Camphor
    • / Lab Tested to Ensure Purity and Potency
    • / Paraben, BHT and Salicylate-Free
    • / Free of Dyes and Fillers
    • / Cruelty-Free
    • / Non-GMO

    DEFY for the active social lifestyle®

    DEFY’s recovery-enhancing CBD is exclusively sourced from hemp crops grown using organic practices on licensed U.S. farms, made traceable back to the batch, and third-party tested for potency and purity. Manufactured only in the USA in strict accordance to current GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) regulations.

    DEFY is the world’s first mainstream CBD built specifically for athletes and those who want to become better in the gym. Formulated to aid in rapid muscle fiber recovery and clear-headed, hyper-focused training, DEFY delivers naturally derived performance, recovery and rejuvenation for every kind of athlete. And with research still only scratching the surface of CBD’s potential, we’re only just beginning to DEFY the Everyday.

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    Gourmet Gift Baskets Make the Best Holiday Gifts

    You don’t need a partridge in a pear tree, or a homemade Christmas gift. Ensure a memorable holiday celebration with GourmetGiftBaskets’ Christmas Gift Baskets that will keep the recipient feeling merry and bright this holiday season.

    When surrounded by friends and family, give them something you can be proud of and something that will bring them joy this Christmas season. Beautiful cheerful bows, gourmet holiday flavors, and high-quality ingredients are the foundation of GourmetGiftBaskets’ holiday selection.

    A Taste Of Elegance Gift Tower

    Simple and sophisticated, this beautiful gift tower is elegant in both appearances and tastes! Inside four of these beautiful metallic silver and gold boxes, GourmetGiftBaskets arranged an assortment of these favorite gourmet treats, like sweet cinnamon sugar cookies and the crispiest handcrafted popcorn, to create a stunning gift that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate!

    • Milk Chocolate Caramel Squares by Ghirardelli (6) – .53 oz. – Creamy caramel smothered in rich milk chocolate.
    • Cheese Straws by Mississippi Cheese Straw Factory – 1 oz. – A traditional savory cookie known and loved by anyone who grew up or has lived in the south.

    Dimensions: 10.875″x 7.25″x 5.5″

    Christmas Morning Breakfast Gift Basket

    Make the most anticipated morning of the year even more exciting (and give them the stamina to unwrap all those presents) with a gourmet baked goods breakfast. Carefully arranged in an adorable woven seagrass tray basket are this freshest morning pastries including muffins, danish, croissants, and tea bread. This Christmas gift even includes a festive ‘Tis the Season gift tag. Make Christmas breakfast planning easier for them with a baked goods selection that is almost as special as the morning itself. The magic of the Christmas season is enjoyed through twinkling lights, hand-tied bows, and the bounty of presents under the tree. Make their Christmas season a little brighter by gifting one of GourmetGiftBaskets’ high-quality holiday gifts from the Christmas collection.

    • La Marca Prosecco Splits – (2) 187ml splits
    • Apple Filled Croissant by GourmetGiftBaskets.com – (2) 4.5 oz.
    • Raspberry Filled Danish by GourmetGiftBaskets.com – (2) 4.5 oz.
    • Blueberry Muffin by GourmetGiftBaskets.com – (3) 4 oz.
    • Pistachio Muffin by GourmetGiftBaskets.com – (3) 4 oz.
    • Chocolate Marble Tea Bread by GourmetGiftBaskets.com – (2) 3 oz.
    • Cranberry Tea Bread by GourmetGiftBaskets.com – (2) 3 oz.

    All baked goods in this gift basket are Kosher TABLET-K certified.

    Christmas Lights Chocolate Covered Strawberries

    Christmas lights can give even the most patient person a headache. Luckily, when you cover them in chocolate it’s a different story! A dozen ripe, juicy strawberries are covered in milk, white, and dark Belgian chocolate and then decorated with festive drizzles and candies that look just like the lights on their tree. Delight them this Christmas with this delicious gift!

    Healthy Christmas Basket

    Around the holidays, a lot of people are really conscious about what they’re eating (there are just so many sweets lurking around). That’s why GourmetGiftBaskets decided to create a wonderful Christmas gift full of irresistible foods no one has to feel guilty about enjoying! Inside one of the signature gift crates, GourmetGiftBaskets arranged an assortment of wholesome eats, like premium hand-roasted Virginia peanuts, sweet kettle corn, and dried fruit trail mix, for a holiday gift that’s not only delicious but healthy too!

    • Pretzel Twists by GourmetGiftBaskets.com – 3 oz.
    • Chichester Snack Mix by Merrimack Valley Snack Company – 2 oz.
    • Roasted & Salted Peanuts by J&R Gourmet – 2 oz.
    • Earl Grey Tea by Davidson’s – 8 sachets
    • Garlic Cheese by Mountain View Farms – 6 oz.
    • Sea Salt & Cracked Pepper Kettle Corn by GourmetGiftBaskets.com – 4.2 oz.
    • Stoned Wheat Crackers by Eleanor + Flynn – 4 oz.
    • Blueberry Pomegranate Trail Mix Crunch by 180 Snacks – 1 oz.
    • Almond Cashew Clusters with Pumpkin Seeds by 180 Snacks – 1 oz.
    • Cranberry Orange Tea by Davidson’s – 8 sachets

    Make Your List & Check It Twice. Spread holiday cheer to your friends and family near and far with a gourmet Christmas gift basket from the stellar holiday collection. GourmetGiftBaskets’ handcrafted Christmas gifts are made with only the finest ingredients and are delivered right to their door. Shop for the delivered gifts and Christmas food baskets right from your home, and find a present for everyone on your list.

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    Leave it all on the court and stay hydrated with Electrolit

    Push yourself. Electrolit’s great flavors deliver scientifically superior hydration that helps you recover in an instant. Go all day. Recover in an instant. Electrolit’s four great flavors have the perfect formula to deliver scientifically superior hydration fast.

    Fruit Punch
    that knocks out your thirst.
    Electrolit is perfectly formulated to help you hydrate in an instant.

    Strawberry Kiwi.
    Two fruit flavors converge to crush your thirst and bring you instant hydration.
    Hydrate faster with Electrolit.

    Grape is great.
    For instant hydration, grab an Electrolit
    —its scientifically superior hydration formula works faster.

    • FUEL THE FUN. Whether you’re spending a day at the beach, need a morning pick-me-up after happy hour or need to hydrate after pilates, Electrolit helps fuel the fun. Electrolit is there to keep you going in the heat, after the party and post workout.
    • SCIENTIFICALLY FORMULATED. The Electrolit formula offers an optimal balance of electrolytes to prevent and treat dehydration. Magnesium, Sodium, Potassium and Calcium work together to help treat your body and recover faster.
    • GREAT NATURAL TASTE. Available in a variety of flavors, this great-tasting recovery beverage uses glucose as a natural sweetener and source of energy, without any preservatives.
    • PHARMACEUTICAL-GRADE. Electrolit follows World Heath Organization guidelines for rehydration. High-quality ingredients work with your body so you can feel your best after drinking, heat exposure, or extensive physical activity.
    • RECOVERY BENEFITS. Our innovative formula hosts a combination of premium ingredients that aid in rapid recovery. Essential ingredients help with muscle spasms, acid buildup, electrolyte absorption, cramping and more. 

    Electrolit is clinically tested and proven to quickly rehydrate and refuel your body. After experiencing prolonged exposure to heat, excessive drinking or a common illness, Electrolit can help you replenish your electrolytes and bounce back faster so you can keep your life moving.

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    Native Vanilla Embodies The Richness And Goodness of Pure Vanilla to Make Your Holiday Recipes Pop with Flavor

    It is literally only one month away to Christmas! Do you have ideas for this holiday’s recipes? Baking is something we do all the time during this happy season. Instead of gifting some normal candies you get from the grocery store next door. Let’s gift the top quality vanilla, and make the best holiday desserts together with your family!

    Native Vanilla embodies the richness and goodness of pure vanilla to make your holiday recipes pop with flavor. It’s ethically sourced extract grade rare Tahitian vanilla beans have a sweet floral aroma with fruity undertones. And their journey to your doorstep couldn’t be more inspiring.

    Young and old love the taste of vanilla and you’ll enjoy experimenting with all it’s naturally-grown goodness in your favorite recipes (and maybe come up with a few new ones, too!). Use Native Vanilla products to add vanilla to your egg nog, or make a cranberry vanilla bean cake, a vegan hummingbird cake, or vanilla ice cream custard. Yum!

    There’s no substitute for good-quality vanilla. Knowing what you’re buying and where it comes from makes all the difference.

    Check out these gourmet essentials for your pantry, all sustainable and fair priced and create a foodie delight!

    Impressive Gift for anyone who enjoys baking.

    DIY Vanilla Extract Kit

    Price: $39.75

    10 premium gourmet bourbon vanilla beans with an imported glass bottle from Italy. Easy to make homemade extract, just split the beans lengthwise and fill the bottle with your alcohol of choice, vodka is recommended. Seal tightly and store in a cool, dark place for 4-6 months. Use as called for in baking recipes.

    • Contains 10 Extract Vanilla Beans
    • Exquisite 375 ml clear glass bottle imported from Italy.
    • Bottle sealed with round wooden cork stopper.
    • Includes artistic custom label that you can write your name and bottled date on.
    • Comes with recipe and instructions.

    Vanilla Bean Powder

    Native Vanilla’s raw vanilla bean powder is rich and delicious — a perfect and quick alternative to vanilla extract or paste. Get the smooth vanilla flavor you love without the added alcohol. Vanilla powder can make any recipe, beverage, smoothie or dessert, flavorful and delectable. It also makes a great addition to your bulletproof coffee. This antioxidant-rich superfood is a great option for keto, paleo, vegan, and Whole30 lifestyles.

    This vanilla powder is ground from the entire bean, which means you may notice the product will not completely dissolve. This is because Native Vanilla uses no artificial fillers, sugars, alcohols or additives — just pure, freshly ground vanilla beans.

    Product features:

    • 100% Pure Ground Vanilla Beans- no sugar, additives, fillers or bleaching
    • 1/2 tsp of vanilla powder = 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • Use for cooking, desserts, beverages and ice cream. Great for Keto, Paleo and Whole30 diets.
    • Rich in taste and smell; strong vanilla aroma. High quality and freshly ground before packaging.
    • Ethically sourced and grown by Papua New Guinea (PNG) micro-farmer cooperative.

    Vanilla Beans

    The fruit, pod or bean as discussed above, dried and cured to release the true depth of vanilla flavour. Cut open the bean and scrape out the seeds.

    Product features:

    • Hand-selected with the finest curing process
    • Vacuum sealed for freshness
    • Use for baking, making vanilla extract, and powders
    • Perfect for cooking, desserts, beverages, and ice cream.
    • Rich in taste and smell; strong, full vanilla flavor
    • Enjoy the sweet floral aroma, with flavors of fruit
    • Ethically sourced and grown by a micro-farmer cooperative
    • Tahitensis vanilla is rarer than the Madagascar variety and is infinitely more versatile

    Organic Vanilla Bean Sugar – Made with Real Vanilla Beans

    • 100% PURE VANILLA SUGAR – Made with organic cane sugar and infused with pure vanilla bean powder.
    • STRONG NATURAL FLAVOR – The proprietary process produces a rich flavored vanilla that preserves the 300 flavor compounds derived from vanilla making it the perfect ingredient for cookies, cakes, yogurt, oatmeal, custards and sauces.

    • ETHICALLY SOURCED – Native Vanilla assists hundreds of micro farmers in Papua New Guinea with Fair Trade assistance, and maintains a commitment to growing practices that are environmentally friendly.
    • 100% VEGAN and GLUTEN FREE – This antioxidant rich superfood is the perfect option for gluten free and vegan lifestyles and has no artificial fillers or additives.
    • EASY TO STORE – Store the sugar in a tightly sealed airtight container, and leave at room temperature in a dark place.

    About Native Vanilla:

    Native Vanilla brings organically farmed, sustainably sourced top-quality vanilla to your home. Ethically sourced and grown by a Papua New Guinea micro-farmer cooperative, the company is committed to providing Tahitensis vanilla products including vanilla extract, vanilla bean powder, and vanilla beans. Quality for the consumer, a fair price for the farmer. Follow them on Instagram @native_vanilla and learn more about their inspiring journey here.