Autumn (or Fall) arrived, warmer than I felt but actually thinking about global warming and so won’t rejoice at that. I do believe that seasons are changing for worse as a result of everyone not respecting Earth…
But to “cure my nerves” regarding that, my awesome box from Degustabox was delivered filled with home goodies to try, and others that I missed eating or drinking them.
The September box was all about homely food with nice surprises.
For those that doesn’t know about Degustabox:
Degustabox is a mystery food Monthly subscription box, full of novelties and goodies. Each month you will try from sweet to savoury, new products in the market that probably you wouldn’t buy, so you can have a try of them.
Discount code for Alejandra’s Life Readers:
Enter the code MXLH1 for a whooping £7 discount on your Degustabox – you will only pay £5.99 for the first box!! You love codes…I know it!
Inside this September Box:
Mentos Mint Sharing Pouch
Mentos Mint Sharing Pouch - sharing is caring...go on....share if you can.
Green & Black's Velvet Edition
Green & Black's Velvet Edition: 70% cocoa!
Green's Egg Custard Mix
Green's Egg Custard Mix: Try and make this awesome egg custard tart. Easy Peasy!
Knorr Concentrated Stock
Knorr Concentrated Stock: when I thought that nothing would surprise me...came this! Easy and delicious and Oh so practical! well done Knorr!
Wild Planet Albacore Wild Tuna Steaks
Wild Planet Albacore Wild Tuna Steaks: there are so many recipes i could do...I've decided for one more portuguese one. Look below.
Santa Maria Latin American Kitchen Rice
Santa Maria Latin American Kitchen Yellow Rice - just like from home #Latinosrulezzz
Santa Maria Latin American Kitchen Sauce
Santa Maria Latin American Kitchen brazilian peanut sauce: Oh...MY...Goodness! How easy is to cook a plate using this fantastic sauce and the flavour is amazing!
Miso Ramen Noodle Kit
On th Non Alcoholic box: Miso Ramen Noodle Kit. A kit for 2 with noodles, Miso and all the spices. Easy to make and an excellent must have at the kitchen. Try adding some hard boiled eggs, and tofu with some greens.
Nestle Cheerios Oat Crisps
Nestle Cheerios Oat Crisps - I love my oats! What about your oats with the shape of cheerios? Excellent taste and great with my quinoa milk.
Seriously Spreadable Squares
Seriously Spreadable Squares voucher - since this is a fresh product, you sometimes get vouchers on your box to try products fro free. I still havent got my mittens on them but very soon I will try them. Also everyone here at home love Seriously...seriously!
Virtue Energy Water
Virtue Energy Water - drink energy drinks? Try this one without all the sugary monsters (pun intended).
Dream Rice Quinoa milk
Dream Rice Quinoa milk - Me and RJ have been drinking Dreams and liking it a lot! Don't forget to check their free vouchers to try these new vegan milks.
Dairy Free Challenge
DON'T FORGET: get your free vouchers online!
San Miguel Gluten Free Beer
On the Alcoholic Box: San Miguel Gluten Free Beer - fresh and good news for gluten intolerants! Flavour is a bit different that the normal beer but still has the awesome taste from San Miguel
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Portuguese Black Eye Beans with Tuna Salad / For 2 people
You will need:
2 hard boiled eggs
1 can of Black eyed beans (200gr)
1 can of Tuna (I used the Wild Planet Albacore Wild Tuna Steaks)
olive oil
white vinegar or lemon juice
salt
pepper
a pinch of garlic powder and Mixed herbs
Optional: thinly crushed white onions, parleys shredded and mayonnaise.
Let’s Cook:
Boil the Eggs till hard
Boil the beans in a bit of water (10 minutes)
After Beans are cooked, drain and add to a big bow in which you will serve
Slice the eggs and add to the beans
Open the tuna can, drain and with a fork, shred them to add them to the beans
add olive oil, vinegar and other spice and serve either with salad or a bit of white rice… The choices are immense.
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