How To Cook The Perfect Horizon Steak....

Cooking The Perfect Horizon Steak




Congratulations Jacky Utz and Tracey Sipe!

Our "Fan Friday" winners for 2/11!  Both answered the question correctly and will receive $25 Horizon Foods E-Cards to use on their next Horizon Foods online purchase.  Great job guys for knowing that in addition to a NY Strip, a Porterhouse also has a juicy, tender Filet Mignon.

See all of you, and your friends, next week for another......Horizon Foods Fan Friday!

Fan Friday Giveway - February 11, 2011

Rules:  You must respond in the answer box at the link below with your correct answer and valid email address where we can contact you if you are a winner.  

We will select 2 random winners who have answered today's question correctly by 9:00pm EST Friday 2/11.  

Today's winners will receive a $25 Horizon Foods E-card. 

Ready.....set.....GO (Click Here To Answer)!

DO NOT post your answer in the comments box in the blog.  Your answer must be received via the answer box at the link above.  Once your answer has been received it will be posted in the comments. Answers NOT received through the official "Answer Box" at the link above will not be eligible.

"Thank You Horizon Foods"

"I was looking online just days ago to order steaks for my husband for Valentine's Day.  That's how I found your website and joined your page on Facebook.  With so many places to order steaks I was overwhelmed with shopping and said 'well I'll just pick up something later'.

Little did I know how the cards would play out.  And it wasn't until after I played your Fan Friday contest and picked the Packers to win and a total of 56 points that I knew how!  

Now I can say I won something, just over the Horizon!

I've just placed my order and I know my husband Steve will love the Bourbon Steaks while I'm enjoying the Bourbon Chicken, many times.

Thank you SO VERY MUCH!  I am going to add your site to my website, today!  Plus I will send a rave through Facebook about your company!  God bless!"

Diana  
Glenn Burnie, Md

Don't Forget Valentine's Day!

Looking for that special Valentine's gift for that special someone?  Look no further.  We've got you covered with our Click and Ship program and Gift Certificates for every occasion.  We promise, they'll love you for it!

Customer Only Antibiotic Free Chicken Finger Promotion

Watch your email beginning  tomorrow, January 28th - February 6th, for your special customer only promotion.  (1) 2 lb bag of Antibiotic Free Chicken Fingers FREE with any purchase from Horizon Foods.  Make sure we have your correct email address for future customer only promotions.

To receive your free Antibiotic Free Chicken Fingers on online purchases simply request it in the "Comments Box" at checkout.  We'll gladly honor your request!

Offer expires Sunday, February 6th

Becoming Healthier And Reducing Stress

Eating Healthy At Home

One reason that stressed, busy people tend to gain weight is that they more often than not eat fast food, or go out to eat.  Quite understandable; after a hectic day of running here and there who has the time anymore to come home and cook something from scratch?  But eating healthy at home can not only drive away unwanted pounds, but reduce stress as well.  Meals you prepare at home are usually much better for you.  They are more than likely healthier than fast foods and the portions are less and lower in fat than from meals in a restaurant.  Not to mention that cooking at home can definitely save you money which, in turn, helps reduce the stress brought on by financial strain.  Granted, it may seem overwhelming to think of coming home after a long day of work and have to cook, but it's easier than you think.  Here are a few simple steps to get you started on a healthier eating routine that lets you enjoy more, and healthier, meals at home:

• Plan Ahead:  An important step in healthier eating is to prepare your week's meals as you are shopping.  Do it all, once a week, so you'll know what to get in one trip.  Take a close look at the products that you normally purchase for ease in preparation.  On those particularly normally busy days, make sure your menu includes those easily prepared items.  With this done, your week is planned and thereby reducing stress.

• Keeping It Simple Sometimes:  You don't need to prepare a four-course meal every night.  Often, what's simple, is healthy!  Think about it: grilled Antibiotic Free Chicken Cutlets require less work than lasagna; baked Orange Roughy is a lot easier to prepare than fried chicken.  Just try to keep in mind that you need a good balance of proteins, fruits and vegetables.  And, watch those fats and carbs.  

• Cook Ahead Of Time:  Maximize you time on less busy days by preparing your more detailed meals, and preparing more than you would eat in one setting.  You can then reheat those meals later in the next week, or even weeks ahead.  Some people will spend a whole day cooking and freezing.  While that may not be your thing, you can still plan and prepare ahead.  With such products like the Ground Sirloin, Antibiotic Free Fajitia Chicken and Luscious Ribs preparation is a breeze!

• Use A Crock Pot:  Yep, they're still in style.  And what better way to prepare healthy, easy meals.  Toss in a few ingredients, a little of this, some of that.....dinner's ready.  Better still, put it on in the morning before you leave for work and come home to the aroma of a delicious, healthy meal waiting for you.  Low fat products like the Boneless Pork Filets and Tenderloin Tips are ideal for crock pot or slow cooking.

Once you get into the habit of eating more healthy meals at home you'll find that you can "whip something up" in no time.  Probably even about the same amount of time it'd take to go through the drive-through and certainly less time than it would take to go to a restaurant.

Hopefully these tips will help you begin a stress-free and healthier eating lifestyle.  And as always, check Horizon Foods for our always easy to prepare items.  Healthy, Quick and Easy, since 1979!

Super Bowl Party!

Friends to invite for the big game.....Check.  Favorite beverages to have for the big game.....Check.  Favorite foods to have for the big game.....Oh man, I knew I was forgetting something!!  No worries, we've got you covered.  Welcome to the Horizon Foods Super Bowl Party!

No mess, no fuss, no worries.  We even bring it right to you.  Just enjoy the game with great friends, drink and Horizon Foods!

10 Secrets The Supermarket Does Not Want You To Know!

Just how well do you know your local supermarket?  Are there really things they wouldn't want me to know?  Take a look for yourself.......

1. Supermarkets, on average, inject the meat and poultry with 25-45% water to make the meat look plumper.  You are paying for this water.
2. The supermarket is designed to slow you down as much as possible.  Every extra minute you spend lingering will cost you $1.70, according to current research.
3. The salad bars are a "germ buffet".  E-coli and salmonella are the most common inhabitants in these areas.
4. The healthiest foods are the hardest to get to.  The supermarkets place the healthiest items in the hardest to reach places.
5. Shopping carts have more germs and bacteria than escalators and public bathrooms.
6. 60% of all supermarkets had critical violations during health inspections.  The biggest violation was keeping the meats at the proper temperature.  Other big issues are insects and rodents.
7. The Department of Weights and Measures found that, on average, supermarkets sell packages of meat that were 3.5% less than the stated weight.  This can cost you hundreds of dollars yearly.
8. It is estimated that at least 20 people have touched the produce before you.
9. Research has shown that 60-70% of what ends up in our carts is unplanned.  This is because the supermarket places the hard to resist items in easy view and reach.
10. Scanners make mistakes and most of those occur on sale items

When shopping with Horizon Foods you avoid all of these pitfalls.  No water added.  No risk of germs or bacteria.  Healthy, quick and easy products at your fingertip.  No shopping carts to handle.  Quantities and weights are accurate.  No health or inspection violations.  When you shop online with Horizon Foods you make the choices.  We don't make them for you.  No risk of pricing mistakes, and you control the purchase amount.

Better yet....Risk free shopping with a 100% guarantee! 

Sources:  MSNBC, MSN Health, Healthmad.com, Savvydiscounts.com, Woman's World

It's Championship Weekend!

Who you got?  The Jets, Steelers, Packers, or 'Da Bears?  No matter the team, you'll need some serious snacking food around.  We've got you covered right here.  Here's the perfect finger-licking snacker for you; the Horizon Foods Spicy Wings!  Better yet, here's a great recipe for your dipping sauce straight from our Online Cookbook:

BLEU CHEESE DIPPING CREAM:

Ingredients:
1/4 lb bleu cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon wine vinegar
Hot Pepper Sauce (to taste)

Preparation:
In a small bowl, mash the bleu cheese, leaving some small lumps.  Whisk in the mayonnaise until well blended.  Add the remaining ingredients and blend well.  Cover and refrigerate until serving time.

Enjoy!  And may the best team (your team) win!