Unadvertized Specials

One of the great rewards of being a Shelf Reliance Home Party customer is that you get invited to exclusive sales.  Over the next two weeks Shelf Reliance is hosting a sale exclusively for Home Party Customers. (and since anyone who orders through me is automatically a home party customer this sale applies to you)


Unadvertised Specials

Sale Dates:   May 7 through Sunday May 20th.
This sale is good only while supplies last.

Please place your order early as the last sale sold out.   

Please allow extra time for shipping.  Sale items are often slow to ship.




Shelving:

Harvest 72" #10 - 11949
Sale Price: $229.99
Regular Price: $264.99
SAVE: $35.00

Specs:
Capacity Up to 112 gallon-sized cans
Height 72"
Depth 24.5"
Width 36.5"

This is one of my most favorite products! Shelving seldom goes on sale, this is the best price I have seen in a long time.    If your food storage in in boxes on the floor it is time to get it organized.  When I set up my Harvest 72 #10 I realized how much more food I could store on the shelf then stacked in boxes.  Love it.





Emergency Supplies:

H20 Reserve 20 Pack - ID 25442.
Sale Price: $117.59
Regular Price: $134.26
SAVE:  $16.67

Description:  The Shelf Reliance H2O Reserve is the perfect way to store your long term water supply. The heavy-duty Mylar bag holds five gallons of water and comes with a built-in easy pouring spout. The Mylar bag stores in the reserve box for convenient storage.
I love to use these boxes to store water.  It is one of all-time best water storage products on the market.  

Water Filtration Bottle 12 Pack - ID 25416
Sale Price: $131.29
Regular Price: $173.49
SAVE:  $48.20

THRIVE Packages:
Ultimate Veggie Package - ID 25355
Sale Price: $323.40
Regular Price: $378.00
SAVE:  $54.60
Ultimate Veggie Package Contents:  All come in sealed number 10 (gallon sized) cans.
3 Sweet Corn (FD)
3 Sweet Potatoes
2 Green Peas (FD)
2 Cauliflower (FD)
2 Potato Chunks
2 Red & Green Bell Peppers
2 Broccoli (FD)
1 Chopped Onions
1 Split Green Peas
4 Carrot Dices
2 Spinach (FD)
4 Potato Beads
2 Potato Dices (FD)



6 Gallon Buckets with Gama Lids

White Rice Bucket - ID 24119
Sale Price: $37.29
Regular Party Price: $47.09
SAVE:  $9.80

Whole Wheat Flour Bucket - ID 24117
Sale Price: $37.29
Regular Party Price: $45.08
SAVE: $7.79

Chicken TVP Bucket - 24559
Sale Price: $47.09
Regular Party Price: $56.89
SAVE:  $9.80







 


Beef TVP Bucket – 24558
Sale Price: $47.09
Regular Party Price: $56.89
SAVE:  $9.80

How do I order?

This sale is available exclusively through your home party consultant (that’s me) and is not available online.  You will need to contact me directly to place your order:

Heather heather@teamshelfreliance.com or call Heather at 435-535-1470.

Make Ahead Meal: Lime Chicken Tacos

This is one of my favorite recipes. If you are a blog stalker you probobally know that because I have posted about it before here using freeze dried chicken.  But if you are into freezer meals you will love how easy this one is.   I LOVE it.  And good news my kids love it too. 
 

Lime Chicken Tacos
adapted from Teresa Hunsaker


Printable Recipe


1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon chili powder

Needed for Serving
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup chunky salsa

Combine chicken, lime juice and chili powder in heavy duty zip lock bag.  Remove excess air from the bag and seal.  Double check that the back is sealed completely.  “Smush” sealed bag, mixing ingredients.  

Store uncooked:  In the fridge--1 week , Frozen 3 months.

To Bake:  Fresh or defrosted
Place in a large casserole dish.  Bake for 1/2 hour at 350* uncovered. Test chicken for doneness using a thermometer.  The temperature at the thickest part of the chicken should read.  165 degrees Fahrenheit.  Remove from the oven.  Remove chicken; cool slightly. Shred and stir in corn and salsa.

In the Crock Pot:  place contents of the zip lock bag in the  crock pot.  Cook on high for 4-6 hours on high.  Do not open the lid of the crock pot until you are ready to check for doneness.

Test chicken for doneness using a thermometer.  The temperature at the thickest part of the chicken should read 165 degrees Fahrenheit.  Remove chicken; cool slightly. Shred and stir in corn and salsa.

To serve:
12 6-inch flour tortillas
Sour cream
Shredded cheddar cheese
Shredded lettuce
Chopped tomatoes

Serve on tortillas with sour cream, cheese, lettuce and chopped tomatoes.

This post is part of my Make Ahead Meals series.  These meals can be made a head of time and either stored in the freeze for up to a week OR frozen for up to 3 months.  Here are the others in this series:

Chili Lime Mango Chicken
Manti Pageant Chicken
Sweet and Sour Chicken

Greek Oregano Chicken
 

Make Ahead Meal Greek Chicken Oregano

 

Every fall the Greek Orthodox Church in my home town holds a Greek Festival.  I never miss it. They open the church up to the community and serve traditional Greek food.  I think about it all year.  Gyros, spanakopita, stuffed grape leaves, and chicken oregano. YUM.  

Well last year I decided there was no reason that I could not cook some of these dishes at home (no there is not a Greek restaurant anywhere near me)  so I purchased the churches cookbook and thought I would slowly make my way through it.  

The first recipe I tried was for chicken oregano.  It was amazing, and relatively easy.  So every time I find myself lusting good Greek food. I pull this recipe out and make it again. 

Note:  I have adapted this recipe to fit my life. Traditionally it is made fresh using a whole chicken instead of chicken breasts. 

Chicken Oregano--Greek Chicken
adapted from a recipe from the Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church Community Cookbook
Recipe from:  Cooking With My Food Strorage
Printable Recipe

3 Tbsp Lemon Juice
1 tsp salt
2 tsp oregano
4 chicken breasts
3 Tbsp. Butter
2 Tbsp olive oil
pepper
1 (1 lb) can tomatoes
Combine all ingredients in heavy duty zip lock bag.  Remove excess air from the bag and seal.  Double check that the back is sealed completely.  “Smush” sealed bag, mixing ingredients.  

Store uncooked:  In the fridge--1 week , Frozen 3 months.

To Bake:  Fresh or defrosted
In the oven:  Preheat oven to 400 degrees.   Place the contents of the zip lock bag in a large casserole dish.  Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.  

Test chicken for doneness using a thermometer.  The temperature at the thickest part of the chicken should read 165 degrees fahrenheit.  Remove from the oven.  Serve over rice or potatoes.  

In the Crock Pot:  place contents of the zip lock bag in the  crock pot.  Cook on high for 4-6 hours on high.  Do not open the lid of the crock pot until you are ready to check for doneness.

Test chicken for doneness using a thermometer.  The temperature at the thickest part of the chicken should read 165 degrees fahrenheit.  Remove from the oven.  Serve over rice.  



This post is part of my Make Ahead Meals series.  These meals can be made ahead of time and either stored in the freeze for up to a week OR frozen for up to 3 months.  Here are the others in this series:

Chili Lime Mango Chicken
Manti Pageant Chicken
Sweet and Sour Chicken
Greek Oregano Chicken
Lime Chicken Tacos

Waffel Iron Cheesy Hashbrowns

A few weeks ago my sister and her family were visiting.  We started talking about food and by brother in law Jake brought up making hashbrowns in the waffle iron. 

Jake: “Have you ever made hashbrowns in the waffle iron?”

Me:  “No, why would you do that?”

Jake:  “They are so easy and it makes super crispy hashbrowns”

Well that got my attention.  My husband LOVE crispy hashbrowns, but he only gets them when we go out for breakfast.   So I thought I would give it a try. 

It turned out awesome.  We loved them. 

You can make this recipe without the cheese.  But it is delicious.

Cheesy Waffle Iron Hashbrowns

Printable Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 medium potatos
• 1 egg, beaten
• Shredded cheese (optional but delicious)
• salt and pepper + other seasonings, to taste

Instructions

1. Wash and shred the potato.
2. Put potatoes in a bowl and mix in beaten egg, cheese and salt, pepper, and any seasonings you like.
3. Spray the pre-heated waffle iron with cooking spray, and layer the potatoes on the iron, about 1/4 inch thick.
4. Close the lid and let them cook, checking on them after about 10-15 minutes.  Top with additional shredded cheese if desired.  Eat immediately.

THRIVE Smart Start Review

What is included in the Thrive Smart Start?  

When you purchase all three kits (3 months) you get

•  1 recipe book with 26 recipes from Chef Todd Lenard, monthly menu planners, and shopping list cards
•   50 Pantry cans of THRIVE foods
•  12 pouches of THRIVE express (one of each)

Why would you want THRIVE Smart Start? 

As a customer the THRIVE Smart start is a great way to start the Q.  (I’m not just saying that I really do think it is).  It gives customers a chance to tray a wide variety of foods in a variety of recipes.  This is a great way for the to decide what they like and how they would use it. 

As a preper THRIVE Smart Start s is a great way to try before you buy.  Lots of prepers buy huge packages of food without ever tasting it only to find out it is not so good.  With the smart start program they get enough of the products that they can try it in every day recipes and then not have to open up the larger number 10 cans to see what is inside.

  As a busy mom—this is a great way to get healthy food on the table fast.  I know that I love having a variety of THRIVE foods in my home store, both to make dinner with and to give my kids as healthy snacks. 

Smart Start Resources:

·         Flyer: 

·         Smart Start FAQs

Things to know about THRIVE Smart Start

• It is only available through the Q.
• Cost is $149.99 per month
•  It is cheaper to purchase in the Smart Start packs then to purchase individually, you receive a 5% discount with the THRIVE Smart Start pack compared to purchasing these products individually.
• How to add Thrive Smart Start Packs to a Q.

Option 1: If you are setting up a new Q for the first time, you have the option to add the THRIVE Smart

Start pack to the Q through the THRIVE Planner. Step three of this process is called “Add Ons,” and you will be asked if you want to add the THRIVE Smart Start pack to your Q at that point. Select “Yes” to have the pack added to your Q.

Option 2: If you already have a Q and want to add the Smart Start pack, log in to your Q account. Select “View/Edit Q Settings and Shipments.” This will take you to your Q summary page. On that page, there is a left hand column. Select the “Add products” option from that column. This will bring up a “quick pick page” where you can select each of the three monthly packages.

My Review of THRIVE Smart Start Month 1. 

I was excited to get my box.  I opened it with my kids and it was super fun. 

Positive things:

• It is a fun package to receive.  It is in a unique box that is very fun/friendly to open.
• There are a lot of products.  I felt like I was unpacking a ton of stuff.
• All of the recipes for the 3 kits come in the first shipment.  This is great because it has me looking forward to what will come next month.
• I think this is a great way for people to try out a variety of the foods we offer, and really cook with the food to decide what things they like and what they don’t.  
• I was a little worried that the recipes were going to be nothing new. But I am kind of excited to try them all.  How does Almond Apricot Thumbprint Cookies sound (from month 3) ?  Or Lemon Blueberry Crisp (from month 3)?  Or Sour Cream and Cheese Potatoes (from month 2)?   I’m pretty excited to try them. 
• I like that the THRIVE express is included in each month.  This helps customers try a wide variety of products over time.  

Negative things about the THRIVE Quick Start:  

• There is a lot of flour in the first shipment.  3 pantry cans of it.  I would personally never buy flour in a pantry can so I think it is kind of odd.  
• There is no Freeze Dried Meat.  This is one of products that people really love and would have like to have had some meat in the package.  
• The reason there is not meat is because they were trying to keep the price down and the meat is expensive.  
• There are 5 recipes in month 1.  Cornbread, Cheese Bread, Strawberry Puree, Carmel Sauce, and Strawberry Banana Smoothie.    I thought it was kind of slim.  The caramel sauce and the strawberry puree are both toppings to put over ice cream or toast (or whatever).  But as I look at what comes in month 2 and 3 there are a lot more recipes. 

Conclusion:  I liked it. If I were buying it again I would.  I would recommend it to a friend or a customer.  I do think that if you are planning on purchasing the THRIVE Smart Start you should plan on purchasing all three months.    If you are looking into purchasing a large amount of food storage I would recommend purchasing the Smart Start as a way to decide what foods your family likes before you invest a ton of money. 

Sign Up for A Q and Start the Smart Start Now!

Make Ahead Meal: Chili-Lime Mango Chicken

Chili-Lime Mango Chicken
Adapted from Our Best Bites


Printable Recipe

6T olive oil
¼ cup fresh lime juice
Zest of 1 lime
1 t chili powder
¼ t cayenne pepper (double that if you like spicy things!)
½ t salt
1 T sugar
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 freeze dried mangoes, don't rehydrate

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in heavy duty zip lock bag.  Remove excess air from the bag and seal.  Double check that the back is sealed completely.  “Smush” sealed bag, mixing ingredients.  

Cover and refrigerate for at least  2 hours or up to 1 week. Freeze up to 3 months

To Bake:  Fresh or defrosted
Place in a large casserole dish.  Bake for 1 hour @ 350* uncovered. Test chicken for doneness using a thermometer.  The temperature at the thickest part of the chicken should read.  165 degrees Fahrenheit.  Remove from the oven.  Serve over rice.  

This post is part of my Make Ahead Meals series.  These meals can be made ahead of time and either stored in the freeze for up to a week OR frozen for up to 3 months.  Here are the others in this series:

Chili Lime Mango Chicken
Manti Pageant Chicken
Sweet and Sour Chicken
Greek Oregano Chicken
Lime Chicken Tacos 

Make Ahead Meals: Manti Pageant Chicken

Have you been to the Manti Pageant?   If you live in Utah you have probably been.  If not I'll explain.  

The Manti Pageant  also know as the "Mormon Miracle Pageant"  is held every summer in Manti Utah.  Thousands of people make the trek to Manti to watch this free pageant that details the life and teachings of Joseph Smith.  

The best part of the Manti Pageant is the food.  Before the pageant you can have a delicious dinner of  barbeque turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, salad, roll, and a dessert for only $7.00.  It is a wonderful thing.  

I haven't been to the pageant in years but I still remember the food.  My mom passed this recipe onto me and it is great for the summer.  Make it ahead of time and throw it on the grill right before you are ready to eat.  Traditionally this recipe is made from turkey, but I have a hard time finding great turkey for grilling so I use chicken.

This is one of my favorite recipes.  It works great as a make ahead meal or a freezer meal. 

  

Manti Pageant Chicken
Printable Recipe

1/2 cup oil
2 cups 7-up
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder  (not garlic salt, not fresh garlic)
1/2 cup soy sauce
½ tsp horseradish (optional)
Chicken - 4-6 chicken breasts, or turkey  (fresh is best, it marinades better, frozen will work).

Mix together first 5 ingredients in a gallon zipper bag.  Add turkey or chicken and smoosh around.   

Store uncooked:  In the fridge--1 week , Frozen 3 months.

Defrost meat.  Remove chicken from marinade.  Discard marinade. 
Grill until cooked through. The temperature at the thickest part of the chicken should read.  165 degrees Fahrenheit.

This post is part of my Make Ahead Meals series.  These meals can be made ahead of time and either stored in the freeze for up to a week OR frozen for up to 3 months.  Here are the others in this series:

Chili Lime Mango Chicken
Manti Pageant Chicken
Sweet and Sour Chicken
Greek Oregano Chicken
Lime Chicken Tacos