Extreme Italian is Back to Stay at Tim Hortons + Review Opportunity

Ho fame. Ora di pranzo!

Which translates to: I'm hungry. Time for lunch! 

I've been brushing up on my Italian and for good reason. Aside from the fact that I am wishfully hoping my husband will whisk me away to a Tuscan Villa in the new year, there's something zestier I'm excited to share.

The Extreme Italian Sandwich is back and here to stay at Tim Hortons!

When it was first launched in August 2013 for a limited time, it sold out within weeks! I was glad that I had a chance back then to purchase one for myself during lunch. So thrilled to hear it's back and for good!

"So good we couldn't fuhgettaboutit!" 

It's packed to the max with layers of bold italian flavour of ham capicollo, genoa salami, and pepperoni, topped with mozzarella and a creamy sundried tomato sauce (which I love!), served on a soft, fresh Parmesan and herb-topped bun.

Can you believe it's only $4.99? 

I can grab something similar at an Italian Deli for double of this price.

Check out how big it is! 

Being infamous for snapping photographs of my food prior to consuming, this is one of those rare occasions where I couldn't do it...

... It had to be eaten right away. So apologies for the quarter sandwich photograph. :)

Mamma mia che buono! ("My goodness, it's good!")

Join in on the "Extreme Italian" conversatin to learn Italian words of the day on www.facebook.com/timhortons, or by following @TimHortons on Twitter.

You can also check out their website at www.TimHortons.com/ExtremeItalian for a fun "course" in Italian!

So who's ready for lunch at Tim Hortons? Mi piace davvero pranzare da Tims! ("I love lunch at Tims!")

I want you all in on this zesty goodness so I am offering 10 of my readers a chance to sample the new Extreme Italian and then send in their honest reviews to me.

I will be providing you with a $10 Tim Hortons gift card to try it out and then once your reviews are in, you are in the running to win a $25 Tims Card!

If you are interested in taking part in this Rate and Review Opportunity, please leave a comment below.

I will randomly select 10 of you to try out the delicious Extreme Italian Sandwich.

Rate and Review open to Canadian Residents only.
Participants selected via random.org by 12/10.

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Disclosure: I received samples and perks to conduct an honest review; and as always all opinions expressed are entirely my own.

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Don't Fear the Carbs! with Dempster's® Thins Plus #Giveaway

Thank goodness for guilt-free carbs!
Dempster's® has recently come out with "the best THINS since sliced bread!". Featuring their latest yummy creation, Dempster's® Thins.
As part of their weight management product line, Dempster's® brings you Thins in White, Brown and Multigrain Bread and Tortillas.

I enjoy brown and multigrain bread and they work well with specific kinds of sandwiches but my heart still belongs to white bread.

My daughter can sniff out the difference when making her sandwiches no matter what I do; she also loves white bread!
I say "Don't fear the Carbs!" Well, I can say that now with Dempster's® Thins products.

Try out these delicious sandwich favourites for you and your family with the new Dempster's® Thins and enjoy some guilt-free carb-o-licious indulgence.










We love grilled cheese in our family, especially my daughter, but I wanted to create one that was hubby-friendly too!
A measly grilled cheese just will not cut it for him.
But I think I have just the thing...

... just add the Bacon! Duh!
No man can ever say NO to bacon. No women for that matter (you know I'm right, ladies).

BACON GUACAMOLE GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH

Ingredients:

• 8 slices of bacon
• 4 slices of Dempster's® Thins Bread (any you like)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 tablespoons pressed avocado
• 2 tablespoons crushed tortilla chips

Directions
1) Cook bacon until crispy; set aside.
2) Butter one side of each side of bread and place two slices in a heated skillet, butter side down.
3) Spread each bread slice with avocado then layer cheese, bacon and tortilla chips. Top each with one slice of remaining bread, butter side up.
4) Grill over medium heat, flipping once, until golden brown or until cheese is melted.

I'm a sucker for anything guacamole and bacon. Just saying.

And for something a little more light, and a great option for the kids, try out my Turkey & Tomato Panini. It's all in the sauce!

TURKEY AND TOMATO PANINI

Ingredients: 

• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons nonfat plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• Freshly ground pepper, to taste
• 8 slices Dempster's® Thins Bread
• 8 ounces thinly sliced deli turkey
• 8 tomato slices
• 2 teaspoons canola oil

Directions:
1) Heat up your Panini Press or if you don't have one have four 15-ounce cans and a medium skillet (not nonstick) ready by the stove.

2) Combine mayonnaise, yogurt, Parmesan, basil, lemon juice and pepper in a small bowl. Spread about 2 teaspoons of the mixture on each slice of bread.

3) Divide turkey and tomato slices among 4 slices of bread; top with the remaining bread.

4) Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place 2 panini in the pan. Place the medium skillet on top of the panini, then weight it down with the cans. Cook the panini until golden on one side, about 2 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low, flip the panini, replace the top skillet and cans, and cook until the second side is golden, 1 to 3 minutes more. Repeat with another 1 teaspoon oil and the remaining panini.

Enjoy!

To learn more about Dempster's® Thins products visit them at: www.dempsters.ca/.
They're also social and if you want to catch some great recipes and deals like coupons and contests, check them out on Facebook.

I'm giving away 2 sets of 4 Dempster's® Coupons for you to try the new Dempster's® Thins for yourself!
To win, simply leave a comment below telling me what your FAVOURITE SANDWICH is!
Easy!
*Open to Canadians only.
Contest ends October 1st, 2013.

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Disclosure: I am part of the MLF Connects Blogger Program and receive perks and compensation as part of this program however all opinions expressed are my very own.

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Caramel Apple Grilled Cheese Sandwich (with Bacon!)

Yes, folks. It's National Grilled Cheese Month and to celebrate we are making this delicious concoction below. Although this may not be the healthiest choice, well, who cares... look at it!

 

I found this recipe on the Closet Cooking's Blog and knew instantly that this was the winner.

A crazy-awesome infusion of some of my favourite foods ever: Caramel Apples, Grilled Cheese and... wait for it... BACON. 

Sweet and savoury, try this and you may just have found something so sinfully good that you will want to indulge in this over and over again. 

It's so bad, it's good.

Caramel Apple Grilled Cheese Sandwich (with Bacon)

Tart apples in a bed of melted cheddar cheese and sweet caramel sauce along with salty bacon all wrapped up in warm buttery and toasty bread. (Homer Simpson drool)

Servings: 1 

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients 

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 slices of bread
• 2 slices cheddar (or 1/2 cup shredded)
• 1/2 apple, cored and sliced
• 1 tablespoon caramel sauce
• 2 strips bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces and cooked (optional)

Directions
 

1. Heat a pan over medium heat.
2. Butter the outside side of each slice of bread, place one slice in the pan buttered side down, top with half of the cheese, the apple, caramel sauce, bacon, the remaining cheese and finally the other slice of bread.
3. Grill until golden brown on both sides and the cheese is melted, about 2-4 minutes per side.

Option: If you prefer the apples to be tender, and they stay in the sandwich better that way, saute them in a touch of oil or bacon grease until just tender, about 1-2 minutes per side, before adding them to the sandwich.

Option: Serve with extra caramel sauce for dipping along with a few apple slices.

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