Hellmann’s Build Your Perfect Sandwich Sweepstakes & $50 Giveaway

About six months ago, I was asked to come up with two different sandwich recipes for a recipe contest. Then I went and competed with quite a few other moms and my favorite part of the experience was seeing all of the different sandwiches and how they were made. We were even given a class on how to build your sandwich to make it photo ready. WOW, I learned so much about sandwiches that day. So when I was asked to be apart of Hellmann’s Build Your Perfect Sandwich Campaign, I had to say yes.

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According to the new “Hellmann’s® State of the Sandwich” Survey*, a majority (84 percent) of American sandwich eaters say that how a sandwich is made is just as important as the ingredients used to make it. Makes me wonder which way is more popular. I honestly grew up thinking making a sandwich was as simple as applying the condiments, then adding the meat, cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, pickles in whatever order they were on the counter. Apparently, it depends on how you want your sandwich to look, and there are ways to put your sandwich together so that things don’t fall out of it as you take your first bite.

To help celebrate America’s passionate preferences for building the perfect sandwich, Hellmann’s® and Best Foods® are partnering with Chef Bobby Flay (who doesn’t love Bobby Flay) to show families how to make real, simple, delicious sandwiches and to uncover unique and personal sandwich-making techniques.

You think you know the best way to put a sandwich together? You think you know exactly which condiments go together? If you do then you need to head on over to Facebook.com/hellmanns to share your sandwich-making tips, tricks, techniques and secrets. By doing so you will have the opportunity to build your perfect sandwich and enter the Hellmann’s® Build Your Perfect Sandwich Sweepstakes for a chance to win great prizes including a kitchen essentials bundle, grocery gift cards and Hellmann’s® and Best Foods® products.

This giveaway has ended. Congratulations to Geoff K.

All rules can be found under giveaway rules. We received free samples.

Food Network Holiday Gift Guide

My husband recently purchased me a subscription to the Food Network Magazine. I’ve browsed through it a few times and looked at their decorating gift ideas and found some of them to be very creative. They didn’t exactly look like they could be accomplished in five minutes or less so I didn’t even try them out. Magazines are a perfect way to collect extra coupons. In fact, most magazines you can either get for free and then make money from the coupons or use the coupons to pay for the subscriptions.

I did take a look at their gift guide though. I thought a few of the items were worth mentioning on my blog.

First Bobby Flay is the like the guy of Food Network. He seems to be a part of all of the reality shows and just has what it takes to do it all.

Bobby Flay’s Mesa Grill Cookbook: Explosive Flavors from the Southwestern Kitchen bobbyflayfeatures recipes for the signature cuisine he developed at his first restaurant, along with drool-inducing photos. Flay preps the reader for culinary adventure with a tequila guide followed by four different margarita recipes, and then sets off on a whirlwind tour of flavorful dishes inspired by the American Southwest. A chapter on brunches turns up the heat with dishes like Egg and Aged Sirloin Tortillas with Three-Pepper Relish. Coming full circle by drawing upon recipes from Mesa Grill, his first eatery, Flay also slyly opens the door for a series of cookbooks based on his other properties.

 

 

Rachael Ray is so big now she has her own TV show. She still on the Food Network occasionally but not that often. She’s really never been one of my favorite chefs. My husband always thought she cheated on 40.00 dollars a day.

 

Rachael Ray Lasagna Lover Set $39.99

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This three-piece set comes in green, blue and orange and is exclusive to Food Network Store! Rachael’s Lasagna Lover pan measures 9 x 13” and holds enough lasagna, casserole or mac n’ cheese to feed a hungry crowd. What’s more, it’s safe for the freezer, oven, microwave, and dishwasher, yet it’s also attractive enough for the table. And the two included spatulas mean you’ll have everything you need to get dinner on the table.

Rachael Ray Moppine Set $22.95

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Rachael Ray is rarely seen without a moppine over her shoulder on her show 30 Minute Meals, and soon as you try one you’ll understand why. Rachael’s invention gives you a dish towel and oven mitt all in one, which means no more running around the kitchen looking for potholders to take something out of the oven, or a towel to wipe up a spill– the moppine takes care of it all. Moppines come in a set of 3 and are available in blue stripe, orange stripe, green, gold, red, and blue.

 

My husband’s favorite is Alton Brown, I think men just like the science of cooking.

 

New Food Network books: More Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives ($12.50), Ace of Cakes ($23.99), and Good Eats ($24.50)

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Gift giving for Alton, Guy and Duff fans just got even easier: all three Food Network stars have new books on the shelves. Guy’s More Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives picks up where his first book left off and chronicles even more joints he’s visited on the hit show, including recipes, anecdotes and fun tidbits from Guy. Alton’s book Good Eats: The Early Years is the essential companion to the first 80 episodes and includes recipes, photos and production notes. And Ace of Cakes is a layer cake of a book documenting the history of Charm City Cakes, photos and stories of their notable creations, and bios of all the staffers.

 

Food Network Cook or Be Cooked Wii game $39.99

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The very first video game from Food Network is sure to delight FN fans of all ages as they cook along with the game. Kids and adults alike can play Cook or Be Cooked, which features over 30 recipes from Food Network kitchens. Multiple play modes allows for solo play, team play or a “cook off”. Plus, real life Food Network-ers Susie Fogelson and Mory Thomas are there to critique and praise your cooking skills as you go.

Pewter Measuring Cups by Tin Woodsman $177.95

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Fans of Paula Deen will recognize these beautiful handcrafted pewter measuring cups from Paula’s countertop. Both beautiful and functional, they’re a unique way to make one of the most mundane kitchen tasks a bit more enjoyable. Measuring cups are handmade in the USA and include ¼, 1/3, ½ and 1 cup measures, plus a stand for display and storage.

 

 

 

 

Salt Server with Spoon by RSVP $17.95

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Anyone who watches Good Eats knows that Alton Brown is no fan of “unitaskers”—products that only serve one purpose. However, after an unfortunate salt and sugar mixup, he made exception for to this salt cellar, which fans of the show will instantly recognize from the Good Eats set. Salt is held securely in a glass bowl, while a stainless steel lid with silicone gasket keeps moisture out.

 

Guy Fieri Cutlery Set $99.99
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Would you expect a knife design from Guy Fieri to be bland and boring? Of course not! Guy designed his cutlery set with Ergo Chef to create knives that perform well and look cool. Super-sharp blades feature Guy’s signature “Knuckle Sandwich” logo, and ergonomic handles are embellished with splashes of red and blue with a star. The set includes an 8-inch chef’s knife and a 5.5-inch serrated utility knife.

Mother’s Day Gift Guide from Food Network

1. Rachael Ray Exclusive Pantry Essentials Gift Basket $49.95

You won’t find this greatest-hits sampler of Rachael Ray food products anywhere else- it’s a Food Network Store exclusive! Featuring Rachael’s classic EVOO as well as her balsamic vinegar, balsamic drizzle, chicken stock, beef stock, as well as whole-wheat pasta from Colavita, it’s everything mom needs to make her own delish “30 minute meals”.

2. Barefoot Contessa All Chocolate Basket $99.95

If mom wishes she could be invited to Ina’s house for dessert, get her the next best thing. It’s the ultimate in chocolate delight from the Barefoot Contessa, and it features four of her decadent dessert mixes, plus hot chocolate mix and fudge sauce, all packed in a beautifully elegant basket.

3. Ace of Cakes Seasons 1 and 2 DVD Set $54.95

Mom can relive some of her favorite episodes of the hit primetime show, which features cake mastermind Duff Goldman and his crew whipping up mind-boggling dessert creations that blur the boundaries between art and dessert. With Season 2 finally available on DVD, this 6-disc set is a great gift for any Ace fan.

4. Neely’s BBQ Barbeque Sauce and Seasoning Set $16.95

If you can’t make it to Memphis for Mother’s Day, this set of barbeque sauce and seasoning from Pat and Gina Neely’s famous restaurant will make any kitchen feel like a down-home BBQ pit. Crafted according to recipes that have been handed down for generations, the sauce and seasoning will make any meal a special family affair.

5. Mario Batali Lunch/Crew tote in Pesto $39.95

Trust Mario Batali to come up with a stylish solution to eating on the go. This flight-style bag is the answer to mom’s packing problems! The roomy top compartment holds carry-on items, while an insulated bottom compartment is perfect for packing an in-flight meal. It’s also great as a gym bag or work bag.

6. Nigella Lawson 4-pc. Blue Measuring Cup Set $19.96

Who says functional can’t also be fashionable? These lovely measuring cups from Nigella Lawson are pretty enough for mom to keep out of her cupboard, and their cheery blue color brings a bit of brightness to a mundane cooking task.

7. Paula Deen Nonstick Signature Porcelain 12-pc. Cookware Set in Red $119.95

If mom is a Paula Deen fan, then she’s sure to love this cookware set from the first lady of Southern cooking. Nonstick interiors make for easy cleanup, while the cheery red- speckled exteriors make this cookware attractive enough to leave on the stovetop. The pieces also feature glass lids with copper-accented knobs that add a stroke of sophistication to your kitchen.

8. Bobby Flay Burgers, Fries & Shakes book

Bobby’s back with a brand-new book, and this time he’s taking on America’s beloved trio of hamburgers, French fries and milkshakes. Mom will be amazed at his wildly inventive flavor ideas that breathe new life into a classic combination.

9. Emerilware by T-fal Bread Maker in White $149.95

There’s nothing like the smell of fresh bread wafting from the kitchen, but let’s face it, it can be hard to fit it into mom’s busy schedule. Emeril’s clever machine does all the work, can even make baguettes and a variety of different sized loaves. All that mom needs to do is sit back and enjoy her creations.