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Spinners to Host Behind the Scenes Wine Tasting Fundraiser

MAY 6, 201

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PRESS RELEASE – The Lowell Spinners, Class-A Affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, are offering fans a behind the scenes look at LeLacheur Park with a special Wine Tasting event the evening of Thursday, May 19 to benefit the Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau.

The evening will feature some of the region’s finest wines, donated and hand selected by the staff of Tutto Bene, as well as a sampling of beers courtesy of Merrimack Valley Distributors. Hors d’œuvre will be provided by Cobblestones of Lowell, Moonstones of Chelmsford and Mediterranean spreads and dips by Sabra Hummus and Falafel by the Falafel Republic. In addition some of the region’s finest seafood will be available, courtesy of Boston Chowda.

The event offers a chance to get a behind the scenes look at the Spinners operation. Wine, beer and food pairings will be available on the concourse level of LeLacheur Park, while the Red Sox/Tigers game will be shown live on the Pepsi ProStar Video Board. Fans are encouraged to come ready for game action, with batting practice on the LeLacheur Park diamond a main offering. In addition, O’Keefe, who played himself as Micky Ward’s trainer in The Fighter, will be on hand for photos, autographs and more!

Wit & Whimsy

Satisfying Snack

May 3rd, 2011

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Moving to New York has made me a lot of things: more independent, more street savvy, more into walking everywhere. The thing it has not made me? Skinnier! I’ve done quite a satisfactory job of putting on extra lbs since my swapping of coasts (this sort of thing is clearly not helping) and with swimsuit season practically on my Upper East Side doorstep, I’ve put a whole lot of effort behind trying to eat better and being creative with my snacks. Here are a few of my recent go-tos that I highly recommend.

Hummus and Carrots + Sabra Pine Nut

This hummus is de-lic-ious and I love pairing it with baby carrots or whole wheat tortillas. The chickpeas in hummus make it full of fiber which also fills you up faster. Yay!

This hummus is de-lic-ious and I love pairing it with baby carrots or whole wheat tortillas. The chickpeas in hummus make it full of fiber which also fills you up faster. Yay!

Arab Detroit

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Just ten years ago, no one but a handful of vegetarians had ever heard of hummus. Today, Nielson reports the existing market for hummus is at $250 million— with the dip now being declared the fastest growing deli item in supermarkets. Now, in addition to choosing amongst different brands, the consumer can select from an array of new hummus flavors such as roasted red pepper and spicy cilantro.
Hummus, which literally translates from Arabic to “chickpeas”, is a blend of garbanzo beans and sesame (tahini) paste. Although the actual bean traces its roots to India and Europe, the hummus ingredients are known to be cultivated in the ancient Mediterranean world. And while it has long been a staple in the diets of Middle Easterners, hummus is now acquiring attention from millions of diverse customers in the US and abroad.
Such attention was amassed this past summer as Sabra Dipping Company made great efforts to introduce hummus to a broader public. Sabra, one of the leading dip manufacturers, took an 11 city tour across North America in which they transformed public spaces into cafés equipped with Mediterranean themed village settings and music. The company, which saw over +50% growth in sales this past year, distributed hundreds of thousands of classic hummus samples to a mass of consumers.
Wild Garden Hummus (produced by Ziyad Brothers Inc.) is another US leading manufacturer seeing a climb in their sales. Unlike competing companies, Wild Garden produces small individual servings of hummus—making it more accessible for those who like to grab healthy snacks on the go. Nassem Ziyad, General Manager, says “hummus is popularizing mainly because there is a new craze over healthy eating.” In fact, due to the dip’s great source of fiber and protein, many high schools and universities have approached Wild Garden as part of their campaign to incorporate healthier food choices into school cafeterias.

In addition to the new wave of health consciousness, Ziyad points out alternative reasons for the hummus craze, “With the economy in bad shape, consumers are becoming very picky about what they are eating—selecting more low-cost, satisfying foods.” Also, consumers are getting bored with the average go-to American foods, and therefore have become as Ziyad puts it “increasingly open-minded to trying something unique and exotic.”
Ziyad also added, “for many, hummus is a springboard into trying other Arabic specialties.” Heather Nicholson of Livonia recalls her experience of first trying hummus, saying “At first I was hesitant as I thought it looked so peculiar, but I was soon hooked, and that’s what really got me interested in trying other Arabic foods like tabbouli and falafel.” Like Nicholson, millions of Americans are getting hooked on hummus, indicating we are indeed witnessing a new era-- an era better known as ‘the hummus revolution’.

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Sabra Sponsors

May 1, 2011

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Sabra Hummus

Visit the Sabra Hummus booth at KISS CONCERT 2010 and enjoy delicious sample of Sabra Hummus.

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Sabra Hummus

MARCH 21, 2011

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As a founding member of the Chickpea Lovers Club, I feel it is my duty to find the world’s best hummus. I fully accept this challenge and have made it my mission to seek out the winners and the duds of this smashed garbanzo bean goodness.

I’ve tried hundreds of restaurant versions and different brands (including allthe TJ’s varieties). But, I always come back to Sabra.

best hummus.

Fact: Sabra makes the best hummus.

Yahoo Health

The 6 Snacks You Should Eat Every Day

Apr 14, 2011

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"I eat healthy, and I don't snack between meals; why can't I lose any weight?"

A colleague—I'll call her Mary—was in my office recently, complaining about her body with just those words. I listened, nodding sympathetically, because I couldn't speak—I had a mouth full of almonds and was washing them down with chocolate milk. Mary stared at me as though I'd just backed over her dachshund. "You eat all the time, and you never gain weight!" she exclaimed. "What, is there a picture in your attic that gets fatter while you stay thin?"

"I never gain weight because I eat all the time," I explained, reaching for a napkin. "Not snacking is exactly the wrong thing to do!"

Our bodies evolved to graze; when food gets scarce, we start to retain fat as a way of protecting ourselves from famine. "That's exactly what happens when you don't snack between meals," I told her. "Your body doesn't know where its next meal is coming from, so it's afraid to shed the extra pounds." Worse, you wind up eating more than you need at every meal.

That's why snacking is so important: In fact, when Penn State researchers fed subjects just one humble apple before mealtime, the subjects consumed nearly 190 fewer calories. That's part of the reason why, when laying out the eating strategy for the new Eat This, Not That No-Diet Diet!, I included two snacks per day, every day.

Think of it this way: The more you eat, the more you lose. Sounds great, right? But you need to snack smartly, and stock your kitchen with the nibbles on this list.

BEST DIP SNACK
Sabra Roasted Red Pepper Hummus (2 Tbsp with 10 baby carrots)
105 calories
6 g fat (1 g saturated)
200 mg sodium
2.5 g protein
4 g fiber

Hummus is composed primarily of chickpeas, which have been shown to help regulate blood sugar—probably due to their salutary balance of protein and fiber. Most of that fiber is insoluble, so it promotes colon health. One study even found that people who added chickpeas to their diet ended up taking in fewer total calories. Add to that a few baby carrots and you get the added benefit of vision-preserving, skin-soothing beta-carotene.

Not That!
Lay’s Smooth Ranch Dip (2 tbsp) with Ruffles Loaded Chili & Cheese Potato Chips (1 oz)
220 calories
15 g fat (1 g saturated)
390 mg sodium

Eat This, Not That! secret: You can lose 10, 20, 30 or more pounds while still eating your favorite foods, and without dieting, if you make smart swaps throughout your day. Feast on this delicious list of 15 Desserts That Burn Fat!

Seventeen Magazine

March 2011

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what should you eat before working out?

Having a snack before exercising can help keep your energy levels up throughout your sweat session—but not all grub is created equal! Read on to find out which foods will keep you performing at your best!

You’ve laced up your sneakers and cued your iPod to your favorite workout mix, but there’s still one thing you need to do before you exercise: Fuel up! “These tasty snacks can give you the energy and endurance you need to work out even harder and longer,” says Bonnie Taub-Dix, R.D., author of Read it Before You Eat It!. Have one—along with 16 ounces of water—about a half hour before you decide to start moving.

Veggies and Hummus Dipping sliced cucumbers or carrots into hummus—which is made from heart-healthy chickpeas—makes them a lot yummier and fun to eat! And now that companies like Sabra make single serve packets, it’s even easier to toss this in your gym bag in the morning. Not a hummus fan? Substitute Greek yogurt for an equally healthy, calcium- and protein-rich snack.

Houston Press Blog

Food Fight: Battle Hummus
June 3, 2010
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No, this isn't your average Food Fight. Plenty of great restaurants in town have excellent hummus. This is grocery store Food Fight, if you will. This is a pressed-for-time, oh-my-word-people-are-coming-over-in-half-an-hour, what-the-hell-am-I-going-serve-them Food Fight.

And that's where grocery store hummus comes in.

If you're like most of America, you don't have have stuff sitting around in your refrigerator on the off chance that people are coming to visit. You might have some basics, though, that you can supplement in a hurry: crackers, baby carrots, maybe even some white wine.

You can put together a great spread of appetizers in a hurry with just those things and a couple of extras you can pick up in five minutes flat at the grocery store: olives from the olive bar, some tangy feta or goat cheese, a few pears to slice up and maybe even some berries if you want a dessert item. But don't forget the hummus.

Hummus has replaced unhealthier items -- like sour cream and onion or spinach-artichoke dips, which taste delicious but are entirely too heavy and artery-clogging -- as the go-to dip of choice these days. It isn't too unfamiliar for your guests yet still retains that slight tinge of the exotic that makes it fun to eat.

But which brands are the best?



Sabra

Sabra is more expensive than Athenos, but only by a dollar. And it's worth it. If you're truly interested in being frugal, you'll buy your Sabra in bulk at Costco like we do. Of course, a tub never lasts long and we inevitably never have any when guests decide to randomly drop by.

The texture of the finely pureeed Sabra hummus was airy, soft and light yet thick at the same time. There was a citrusy tang to the hummus that played nicely off the nuttiness of the chickpeas, and topped with a little paprika and olive oil you could happily pass this off as homemade. It's clear a lot more effort goes into making Sabra than Athenos.

The Winner

Sabra. Absolutely no contest.

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Now we're cooking with hummus
December 17, 2010
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Last night we had a few people over for a hummus party sponsored by Sabra. It was the second event I’ve done with HouseParty, and it was fun. We didn’t really party like it was 1999 — no confetti or paranoia about Y2K — but we did have hummus-stuffed chicken. I’d never made any sort of stuffed chicken, and I’d never cooked with hummus before. It was surprisingly good.

Monday: Leftover hummus-stuffed chicken

I made a lot of chicken yesterday, and I’m pleased to have enough left for dinner tonight. I am not often pleased to have leftovers, because I don’t always like to eat them. And then they sit in the fridge making me feel guilty for days, until I ignore them long enough for them to turn into a science experiment and then Rockford throws them away. But this was a really tasty dish, and I’m looking forward to having it again tonight. Here’s the recipe:

Hummus-Stuffed Chicken
Recipe from Sabra
1/2 cup Sabra hummus — I used the “Luscious Lemon” variety, and it gave the chicken a great lemony flavor
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 5-6 ounces each, tenderloins removed
1 cup unbleached, all-purpose flour
4 large eggs, egg whites only
1 tablespoon water
1 1/2 cups Panko bread crumbs
Salt and pepper to taste
1/3 cup olive oil

Place trimmed chicken breast in a large zippered plastic bag. Pound with a meat pounder or a rolling pin until 1/4-inch thick. Repeat with all chicken breasts; each breast should be about 8 inches long and 6 inches wide.
Lay the chicken breasts smooth-side down on work surface and season with salt and pepper. Spread evenly about 2 tablespoons hummus on the chicken breasts leaving about 1/2-inch border all around. Roll each chicken breast and wrap each rolled breast in a sheet of aluminum foil or plastic wrap. Twist the ends like a candy wrapper and chill in the refrigerator about 45 minutes.

Heat oven to 400 degrees. Using 3 pie plates or shallow dishes, pour the flour in one, lightly whisk the egg whites and water in the other and place the breadcrumbs in the other. Unwrap the chicken breasts roll in the flour (shake off excess), then submerge in the egg whites (let the excess drip off) and then place in the breadcrumbs, use your fingers to press the breadcrumbs so that they stick.

Heat 1/4-cup olive oil in a large non-stick skillet until shimmering, about 4 minutes. Place the rolled chicken breasts in the oil, seam side down. Cook until golden, about 2 minutes on all sides. Put the chicken breasts (seam side down) in a baking dish and cook about 25 minutes or until thermometer registers 175 degrees. Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes. Using a sharp knife, slice on a bias into 4 or 5 pieces.

Cooking Vegan

Sabra Spinach and Artichoke Hummus
December 13, 2010
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Sabra Spinach and Artichoke Hummus and Ritz crackers.

We always love finding stuff in the supermarket that just happens to be vegan, and my husband has a knack for finding winners. This hummus is amazing, and as far as I can tell contains no non-vegan ingredients. It’s just a perfect blend of flavors. And regular Ritz crackers happen to be vegan as well. (So is the Meijer brand Applause crackers.)

At Home Moma

Sabra House Party
November 16, 2010
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Sabra House Party Today, Yeah!

I am having my Sabra Hummus House Party today, and I am so excited because I love Sabra, and I also love an excuse to have a get together with my friends.

My party pack included 4 coupons for Free Sabra Hummus, 1 coupon free Bag of Stacie's Pita chips, a World Music CD, A Spreading Spoon, Recipe Holder, Trivet Stone, plus 16 Recipe Cards, and 15 Coupons to distribute to attendees.

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Nutrition ON-THE-GO
November 15, 2010
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Grab these snacks when you are on-the-go or know you will be pressed for time. They are filling and provide beneficial nutrients…no more excuses for fast food!

Sabra Classic Hummus with Pretzels: 260 calories

• Chickpeas, the main ingredient of Sabra hummus, are a great source of soluble fibers. Soluble fibers may help lower cholesterol by “capturing” the cholesterol and “dragging” it away from the intestines.
• No cholesterol, no sugar, very low carbs and very low sodium

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Sabra Hummus and Stacy's Pita Chips (Party Host)
November 12, 2010
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I’m excited to say that I was chosen to host another House Party this month! When I heard that the party was sponsored by Sabra I was ecstatic! I love their hummus. We buy at least one container of it per week. In our house we eat it with pita chips, raw veggies, on our sandwiches, and as a dip with pretzels. While there are many brands to choose from, one of our favorites is Sabra.

For hosting this party I received 4 free containers of Sabra hummus and a bag of Stacy’s pita chips. We really enjoy Stacy’s Pita Chips as well. They are made with all natural pitas and contain no artificial flavorings.

Also included in my party pack were a Sabra wooden spoon, Sabra trivet, and a CD with music from around the world! This was the perfect party for me to host because my learning team at school is working on food and nutrition. We had a joint after school meeting to discuss how to teach nutrition and exercise to our students and Sabra healthy snack party!

We had a great time. We ate, shared recipes, talked about healthy living, and relaxed to the music. There were even two people who had never had hummus before! I could hardly believe it. Every single person that came to the party loved the hummus and the pita chips. The overall favorite flavor was the roasted red pepper hummus, which just happens to be my favorite as well. I tried the spinach and artichoke hummus for the first time and thought it was a great alternative to fatty spinach artichoke dip.

In addition to using hummus as a dip I also ended up making hummus chicken salad which was a great variation on the original. There are several yummy entree recipes using hummus as well on the Sabra website. There's also a section on easy ideas for using hummus that has some unique ideas.

Sabra has 15 different varieties of hummus. At just 2 Weight Watchers points per serving it’s the perfect snack for people who are watching their weight but want something satisfying as well. I’m glad that I got the chance to share Sabra hummus with my friends and try a new flavor for myself.

Yachtchick

Sabra Hummus Grab & Go
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Sabra pairs its most popular hummus flavors with pretzel crisps in single serve throw-in-your-beach-bag packs. Ideal snack for the yacht chick on the go — low in calories, packed with protein, fiber, and the “good” fats. Flavors: Roasted Garlic, Roasted Red Pepper and Classic.

Diets in Review

Hot for Hummus: 5 Varieties We Love
October 21, 2010
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Most of us know that hummus is a creamy dip or spread traditionally made of mashed chick peas, garlic, tahini (sesame) paste and lemon juice. What many of us aren’t aware of is how many varieties of hummus have emerged from home kitchens and some of our favorite food producers, as this Middle Eastern mainstay has become one of the trendiest appetizers in America.

Hummus is more than a just a simple snack: it’s a versatile dip for vegetables, crackers or pita chips and is a delicious substitution for condiments typically high in saturated fats, like sour cream or mayonnaise. The best thing about hummus? If you’re making your own, you can customize it with your favorite flavors and if you’re hitting the grocery store, there is an option for every palate.

Sabra Hummus Singles: Perfect for portion control whether you’re looking to shed poundage or not, single servings of hummus are the perfect snack to pop into your bag for on-the-go lunches or snacks when you’re headed to school or work.

Livestrong

The Calorie Count in Hummus

Oct 18, 2010

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Overview

Hummus is a creamy spread made from chickpeas, tahini, oil and various spices and seasonings. It can be used as a dip for vegetables or spread on crackers for a snack. Many varieties and flavors of hummus are sold in the United States. Two well-known producers are Athenos and Sabra, both of which make a line of hummus products that includes original hummus with no added flavors.

Serving Size

The stated serving size for both Athenos Original Hummus and Sabra Classic Hummus is 2 tbsp. You can use that serving size as a frame of reference when considering the calorie count and other nutritional values. Americans often eat food portions that are larger than the serving size, and you will need to factor this in if you do so, the USDA advises. Also consider the calorie count of the food you eat with hummus.

Calories

A serving of the Athenos Original Hummus contains 50 calories, 25 of which come from fat, while Sabra Classic Hummus has 70 calories, 55 of which come from fat, according to the products' nutrition facts labels. For a 2,000-calorie diet, a serving of the Athenos hummus represents 2.5 percent of your total daily intake. The Sabra hummus is equal to 3.5 percent.

Fat

Athenos Original Hummus contains 3 g of total fat, or 5 percent of the maximum recommended intake. Sabra's Classic Hummus contains 6 g of total fat, or 9 percent of the maximum recommended intake. The Sabra Hummus contains 1 g of saturated fat -- 5 percent of the maximum intake recommendation -- while the Athenos hummus contains no saturated fat. Neither product contains trans fat or cholesterol.

Sodium

Both hummus products will increase your daily sodium intake. The Sabra hummus has 120 mg of sodium per serving, which is 5 percent of the maximum recommended daily intake. The Athenos hummus has 160 mg per serving, or 7 percent of the maximum intake. Your daily sodium intake should be no more than 2,400 mg to help protect against conditions such as hypertension, the USDA advises.

Carbohydrates

Hummus contains only a small amount of carbohydrates. A serving of the Athenos hummus has 5 g of total carbohydrates, equal to 2 percent of the recommended daily intake, while the Sabra hummus contains 4 g of total carbs, or 1 percent of the recommended intake. The carbs in the Athenos hummus include less than 1 g of dietary fiber and less than 1 g of sugars, while the Sabra hummus contains 1 g of dietary fiber and no sugar.

Protein

Both hummus brands contain a small amount of protein: 2 g per serving in Sabra Classic Hummus and 1 g per serving in Athenos Original Hummus. The USDA's Dietary Guidelines do not set a daily intake recommendation for protein because of its prevalence in the American diet, the FDA reports.

Vitamins and Minerals

Hummus is not a good source of essential vitamins and minerals, but each product does contain a small amount of one nutrient. A 2-tbsp. serving of Sabras Classic Hummus contains 2 percent of the recommended daily intake for iron. The Athenos Original Hummus contains 2 percent of the recommended daily intake for vitamin C in each serving Carbohydrates

Hummus contains only a small amount of carbohydrates. A serving of the Athenos hummus has 5 g of total carbohydrates, equal to 2 percent of the recommended daily intake, while the Sabra hummus contains 4 g of total carbs, or 1 percent of the recommended intake. The carbs in the Athenos hummus include less than 1 g of dietary fiber and less than 1 g of sugars, while the Sabra hummus contains 1 g of dietary fiber and no sugar.

Protein

Both hummus brands contain a small amount of protein: 2 g per serving in Sabra Classic Hummus and 1 g per serving in Athenos Original Hummus. The USDA's Dietary Guidelines do not set a daily intake recommendation for protein because of its prevalence in the American diet, the FDA reports.

Vitamins and Minerals

Hummus is not a good source of essential vitamins and minerals, but each product does contain a small amount of one nutrient. A 2-tbsp. serving of Sabras Classic Hummus contains 2 percent of the recommended daily intake for iron. The Athenos Original Hummus contains 2 percent of the recommended daily intake for vitamin C in each serving

Not Another Healthy Recipe Blog

Product Review: Sabra Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
October 14, 2010
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Bell peppers, chickpeas, garlic and tahini. Those are the only ingredients listed for Sabra Roasted Red Pepper Hummus on the company's website. I've tried several kinds of hummus and it's my all-time favorite. The garlic is in perfect proportion to the rest of the ingredients. (I find many hummus spreads to have a tad too much garlic in them for my taste.) Tahini is what gives the hummus a creamy texture, not unlike spreadable cheese or peanut butter. My favorite uses for this hummus are:
- spread it on crackers (low-sodium Ritz is a great choice)
- use it as a vegetable dip, especially for grape tomatoes, sliced red pepper and cucumbers

It would make an excellent substitute for cheese in a vegetable quesadilla. (I would suggest roasted or sauteed red pepper, mild onion and mushrooms as a perfect combination.)

I have tried other Sabra hummus flavors: Spinach and Artichoke and Supremly Spicy Hummus. (Both are good, but bear in mind the latter's label isn't lying; it brought tears to my eyes.) I look forward to trying other flavors, but I suspect my favorite won't change.

The Domestic Buzz

Go Mediterranean with Sabra
October 13, 2010
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I don’t recall when I tasted hummus for the first time, years ago… all I remember is that it was a revelation. Creamy and smooth; light, yet rich at the same time. There’s nothing else like it. The best thing is that hummus is kid-friendly. My toddler eats it like it’s chocolate pudding, licking it off a spoon. Giving her crackers or pita bread to dip into the hummus is pointless, as she just licks it off until the bread is too soggy to be any good. Sometimes, when I’m not watching, she’ll just use her fingers to get whatever is left in the tub!

There are a few brands of hummus available at the grocery store, but my favorite by far is Sabra. Its hummus doesn’t leave me with a funny aftertaste like one of its competitors, and it’s the perfect consistency. The nice big tub is a huge plus.

Sabra hummus is available in a variety of flavors and convenient sizes – 7oz., 10oz or 14oz. tubs or convenient “To Go” packs. A few of their 13 flavor varieties include:

• Classic Hummus: High-quality cooked and pureed chickpeas, a touch of garlic and tahini (ground sesame seeds) for a smooth and creamy spread.
• Hummus with Roasted Pine Nuts: Lightly roasted pine nuts is nestled in Classic Hummus.
• Roasted Red Pepper Hummus: Bits of red pepper complement the rich texture of hummus.
• Chunky Hummus: Grinding is minimized to give the hummus more bite and bold flavor.
• Roasted Garlic Hummus: An abundance of finely roasted garlic in Classic Hummus.
• Greek Olive Hummus: Green and Black olives are paired with Classic Hummus.

Not only are Sabra products delicious, they are also nutritious, with no trans-fats or cholesterol. Chickpeas – the main ingredient of Sabra hummus – are a great source of fiber. Some ideas of how to use hummus:

• Serve hummus and pita bread instead of chips and sour cream.
• Substitute hummus for mayonnaise in tuna or chicken salad.
• Substitute hummus for cream cheese or butter on a bagel.
• Make a hummus sandwich (my girls love this!)
• Use it to thicken soups.
• Spread it on prepared pizza dough, top with veggies and cheese, and you’ve got hummus pizza!

Sabra doesn’t just sell hummus, however. They offer a complete line of authentic Mediterranean dips, appetizers and spreads that are perfect for lunch, a tasty snack or entertaining family and friends.

• Sabra Fresh Dips: Made with creamy Mediterranean–style yogurt, vegetables and spices to make a dip that is healthy enough for an everyday snack. Available in Sauteed Onion, Spicy Pepper, Tzatziki, and Garlic and Herb.
• Mediterranean Garden Varieties: Italian Caponata, Turkish Salad, Moroccan Matbucha, Babaganoush, and Grilled Eggplant, just to name a few.

Oh Amanda

The Pirate Party
October 11, 2010
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Birthday party posts are my fave. And I also dread them. Because I like to give every detail of the party. (I know, you’re shocked by that statement). I want to tell you about each and every decoration, game and food. But I realize that can make for some dull blogging. So, instead, I’ll try (TRY) to put everything into one post. Or maybe I’ll do two. Hmmm….

Captain Hook’s Hummus (Sabra brand with pita)

The Elements of Review

Review of the Day: Sabra Hummus
September 30, 2010
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Ok, here's a review that's more of a recommendation. I have tried many different types of hummus. I have found the best one on the market. It's called Sabra. You've probably seen the commercial where the people are supposedly on a Mediterranean vacation, but they are really in their backyard. Because eating Sabra is just like being on a Mediterranean vacation. It's so true. This hummus is creamy, tasty and never too spicy. My favorite flavor is the Roasted Pine Nut, but it comes in other flavors too: Roasted Red Pepper, Classic, Greek Olive and many others. I accidentally picked up the Greek Olive instead of the Pine Nut today, but I don't mind because it's so good. I could eat it right out of the package with a spoon;-) Check out their website and see all the flavors of hummus and other products they have.

Savoring the Thyme

Roasted Garlic Hummus Quesadilla
September 23, 2010
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One of the aspects of my job with Sabra Hummus is to get creative with recipes (not bad thing right?) so I decided this morning that I was going to make a sandwich.

I went to work using leftover whole chicken, a half used red pepper, some reduced fat Athenos Feta and some Sabra Roasted Garlic Hummus. I simply spread some hummus on the Flatout Light Italian Wrap and topped with some thin slices of chicken. I then chopped up the red pepper (use a lot for the crunch factor) and some feta.

I then grilled it (on my press) until crispy, allowed it to cool slightly on a cooling rack and then consumed. Naturally my husband and son saw me munching and came a running.

Have you tried using hummus in grilled sandwiches? What recipes do you do most often with hummus?

Bite of the Best

Freebies- Win Sabra Hummus
September 16, 2010
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Bite of the Best — in response to many of your requests for free coupons for Sabra Hummus — is now offering a chance to win some.

Hummus is a Middle Eastern dip made with fresh chickpeas and sesame seed paste (tahini). It’s usually served as an appetizer with warm pita bread or fresh veggies, or eaten as a sandwich spread.

Sabra offers a wide variety of flavors including: Classic Hummus, Spinach and Artichoke, Roasted Red Pepper, Greek Olive, Chipotle, Roasted Pine Nut, Hummus with Salsa, Hummus Abu-Goush, Sun-Dried Tomato, Tahini Hummus, Jalapeño, Luscious Lemon, Roasted Garlic, Herbs and Sea Salt and Supremely Spicy.

Give Me the Almond Butter

Dorm Room Delicacies: Snacks

August 28, 2010
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Carrots and Hummus

Tools: fridge

Ingredients: carrots (or other vegetable of choice, I like celery and sugar snap peas), hummus (I like Sabra roasted red pepper hummus)

If you don’t like eating raw vegetables, adding hummus is a really great way to eat more.

ItVeganAtGenesis

Reviews
August 26, 2010
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My husband is not a big fan of hummus. He's a hummus snob actually, and will only eat mine (his favorite being sun-dried tomato hummus), but I convinced him that this hummus was like no other he had ever tasted. His response? "You're right. This hummus taste like no other hummus I've ever tasted. I really like it." BINGO! Another way to incorporate more legumes and beans into his diet- and no cooking required. Sabra's hummus is much richer than traditional hummus it is incredibly delicious with crackers, a spread in wraps and pita breads, corn tortillas and with or without veggies. It can be enjoyed as part of dinner or as a snack. My daughter likes the creamy texture, but no the tangy lemon and garlic flavor as much so it may not be a favorite with small children.

Lime Life

Hummus Mashed Potatoes
August 23, 2010
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A unique and delicious take on mashed potatoes!

Mashed potatoes are the old standby food. Pretty much everyone likes them and many people absolutely love them. You might even love them so much that you don't think it's possible for them to get any better. But you're wrong. I recently came across a recipe that adds Sabra Hummus to classic mashed potatoes and I'm in love. Mashed potatoes just got even more exciting for me!

You may have tried adding cheese to mashed potatoes before. A little gorgonzola goes a long way in adding some flavor to typical mashed potatoes. But have you ever thought of adding hummus? Probably not. But why not? This recipe is inspired by Sabra, is easy to make and will please any crowd. Not only will hummus mashed potatoes add some extra protein to your side dish, but they'll add a whole lot of flavor.

In fact, these Sabra mashed potatoes could be taken from side dish to main dish. Serve with a side of veggies, and Sabra Hummus mashed potatoes make a completely delicious meal.

What you need:
* 6 Yellow Potatoes (about 5 cups, peeled and cubed)
* 1 1/3 C Sabra Hummus
* 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
* Salt and pepper to taste
* 1 lemon (cut in 6 wedges)
* 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)

What to do:
1) Peel the potatoes and place in a bowl of water to cover as you peel them. This will prevent discoloration. Cut potatoes into 1 ½ inch cubes and place in a medium-sized pot with enough water to cover and a ¼ t of salt.

2) Bring pot to a boil and simmer over medium heat for about 30 minutes, or until a fork goes gently through the potatoes.

3) Drain potatoes and put back into pot over medium heat, until moisture leaves the potatoes and they appear dry (about 3 mins.). Remove from heat.

4) Start mashing the potatoes with a potato masher. Add 1 1/3 C Sabra hummus, 2 T olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste.

5) Top with fresh parsley and serve with a lemon wedge to squeeze over top.

Serve to a hungry crowd or sit down with a big bowl of Sabra Hummus mashed potatoes all for yourself. You'll never want plain mashed potatoes again!

Recipe by Colombe Jacobsen.

Champagne and Cupcakes

Cheap and Chic
August 18, 2010
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In order to make our trip to Vegas budget-friendly, Lorin and I hit up the grocery store our first morning in Vegas. For $10 each, we had breakfast and lunch for the week! Not bad. Here's what we ate:

Lunch:

Spinach Wrap

Sliced Roasted Turkey

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus (Sabra is best)

Shredded Carrots

Cucumbers

Red Bell Pepper

-Spread Hummus in wrap, layer the rest of the ingredients, wrap up, and ENJOY! Filling and delicious while still letting you feel sexy in your bikini!

Lime Life

Grilled Summer Vegetables Hummus Pita Pizza
August 15, 2010
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This hummus pizza won't weigh you down!

We all love pizza, but sometimes pizza during summertime can just feel too heavy. All that cheese and heavy sauce can weigh you down and make you feel like wearing a big t-shirt instead of a bathing suit. But if you're craving pizza, why not try a Grilled Summer Vegetables Hummus Pita Pizza with Sabra Hummus? It's delicious!

This recipe takes the basic idea of pizza, but adds tons of grilled veggies and uses Sabra Hummus instead of cheese and sauce. What does that mean? It means that you get a ton of nutritious veggies and protein. Serve this pizza at your next summer BBQ and your guests will not be disappointed. The Sabra Hummus adds a deliciously satisfying touch to a light, nutritious pizza!

What you need:
* 1 ½ cups summer squash (about 2 medium-sized) yellow and/or green
* 2 vine ripe tomatoes
* 1 red onion
* 3 (6 inch) round pitas
* ¼ cup olive oil
* 1 cup Sabra Classic Hummus
* 2 teaspoons salt
* Black pepper and salt to taste

What to do:

1) Slice summer squash in quarter-inch rounds. Place in bowl and add 2 T olive oil and ¼ t salt.

2) Peel and cut red onion in half. Then slice each half with grain in 1/3 inch wedges. Place in bowl with 1 T olive oil and sprinkle with salt and mix.

3) Cut tomatoes in half and slice in 4-6 half moon wedges each. Place in bowl with 1 T olive oil and ¼ t salt and combine

4) Grill summer squash for about 4 minutes on each side. Grill onions about 5 minutes, rotating once. Grill tomatoes about 5 minutes, rotating once.

5) Warm pita on the grill about 3 minutes on each side. Once warm, remove the pita from the heat and slather with 1/3 C Sabra Hummus

6) Top with all the veggies. Cut into 8 pieces.

Serve at your next summer party or have a nice light summer meal on your own! Now you never have to feel guilty about indulging in pizza again. In fact, the more you eat the more veggies you're getting!

Recipe by Colombe Jacobsen.

Lisa, the Health Nut!

Sabra Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
August 9, 2010
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One of my new favorite things is hummus. I have not really tried it until this year, and I am so happy I finally did after seeing and hearing great things about it.

So, Sabra sent me a coupon to try a free hummus, and I picked the Roasted Red Pepper Hummus. I wasn’t sure really why I had picked that flavor to be honest- I’m not even really a big fan of red peppers! But, it looked interesting and I figured Why Not?

And, after trying it, I am saying to myself Why Not Why Have I Never Tried This Before!?!?

Honestly, this was absolutely DELICIOUS. It is a pale yellow in color, with a center of pieces of red peppers. Super creamy, with a great flavor, I’m almost at a loss how to describe the taste other than delicious. It had a great salty flavor, with bits of garlicy flavor too. What I also liked was that the hummus itself did not have a really powerful red pepper flavor, and I could enhance the red pepper flavor to my preferences simply by mixing some of the middle in with the hummus. Perfection!

Overall, this gets 5 stars. I can CERTAINLY see myself eating this again. I find it very versatile and tasty, and I can’t wait to try other flavors that Sabra has to offer!