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Libby’s® Helps Consumers Give Thanks with Sixth Annual “Cansgiving” Sweepstakes

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Fruits and vegetables brand awards winning families with prizes to maximize their Thanksgiving feasts and provides donations to Meals on Wheels America  

 

Marion, N.Y. (November 1, 2018) – For the sixth consecutive year, Libby’s® Fruits & Vegetables is launching its annual “Cansgiving” sweepstakes encouraging fans to submit photos illustrating what they are most thankful for this holiday season. Whether customers are thankful for time spent with friends and family, long-standing holiday traditions or making new memories, the iconic fruits and vegetables company invites all fans to share their images of what inspires their gratitude this Thanksgiving season.

Fans can enter the Cansgiving sweepstakes by submitting their photo depicting what they are most thankful on www.GetBacktoTheTable.com/Cansgiving, or by sharing their picture on the Libby’s Facebook page or their personal Twitter pages using the hashtags #Cansgiving and #sweepstakes. Libby’s will award ten participants, chosen at random, with a $500 gift card for use toward their family’s holiday feast, plus an assortment of Libby’s fruits and vegetable products to help them prepare for the meal. The sweepstakes opens at noon EST on Nov. 1, 2018, and ends at 11:59 p.m. EST on Nov. 16, 2018. Official rules are available at www.GetBacktoTheTable.com/Cansgiving.

In honor of the season that’s all about giving back, Libby’s is proud to support Meals on Wheels America, a national organization dedicated to addressing senior isolation and hunger. The organization will receive a monetary donation of $5,000, $500 made in the name of each winner of the Cansgiving sweepstakes, as well as Libby’s fruits and vegetable products, to help advance their mission of supporting homebound seniors this Thanksgiving holiday.

“Some of life’s most special moments take place during the holidays and around the dinner table,” said Bruce Wolcott, Vice President of Marketing for Seneca Foods. “Our annual sweepstakes gives us the opportunity to help Libby’s customers create a memorable Thanksgiving with family and friends. We are also grateful for the opportunity to pay it forward by matching each Cansgiving sweepstakes prize with a donation to Meals on Wheels America to help support the incredible work they are doing to ensure that America’s homebound seniors receive the nutritious meals, friendly visits and safety checks they need.”

For more Thanksgiving inspiration, fans can tune into a Facebook Live session with Haylie Duff on Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2018 at 12:30 p.m. EST. Duff will discuss her holiday traditions and what she’s thankful for this year. She’ll also share one of her favorite Thanksgiving side dishes. During the Facebook Live session, Duff and Libby’s will also select two participants to be awarded with Thanksgiving-themed cooking prizes. Consumers may follow along by viewing Duff’s Real Girl’s Kitchen Facebook page.

All season long, Libby’s will be sharing Thanksgiving-themed recipes and entertaining tips on its website (www.getbacktothetable.com) and its social media platforms. Additional seasonal recipes – from crowd-pleasing appetizers to comforting side dishes to festive desserts can be found in Libby’s Digital Recipe Box.

About Libby’s® Fruits & Vegetables

Libby’s®, the nation’s second largest brand of canned vegetables, has been a staple on American dinner tables since the 1880s. With 117 product varieties, Libby’s offers among the industry’s most complete lines of canned fruit and vegetables, including Libby’s® Naturals, which contain no added sugar or salt. Since 1983, Libby’s® Fruits & Vegetables have been produced and distributed by Marion, N.Y. based Seneca Foods Corporation, an independent, publicly traded, fully integrated food processing company. For more information on Libby’s® and Seneca Foods visit www.senecafoods.com. For information on Libby’s mission, visit www.getbacktothetable.com, like Libby’s on Facebook, or follow @LibbysTable on Twitter or Pinterest.

About Meals on Wheels America

Meals on Wheels America is the leadership organization supporting the more than 5,000 community-based programs across the country that are dedicated to addressing senior isolation and hunger. This network serves virtually every community in America and, along with more than two million staff and volunteers, delivers the nutritious meals, friendly visits and safety checks that enable America’s seniors to live nourished lives with independence and dignity. By providing funding, leadership, education, research and advocacy support, Meals on Wheels America empowers its local member programs to strengthen their communities, one senior at a time. For more information, or to find a Meals on Wheels provider near you, visit www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org.

 

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Halloween Party Recipes

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Halloween is almost here, and soon children will gorge on bags full of sugary candy.

This year, Libby’s® has a few recipe ideas to help save the family from falling into a sugar daze.  Keep everyone fueled and entertained this Halloween by using Libby’s® Canned Vegetables to create playful and savory snacks for your upcoming Halloween party or family dinner after a fun, fright night out.

And, don’t forget the Halloween-inspired recipe name cards to help bring your ghoulish menu to life!

Spooky Peas

For a twist on your traditional Halloween mix, try this simple Sweet and Smoky Peas dish using Libby’s® Sweet Peas. Kids love snacking, and this is a great grab and go option for busy trick-or-treaters heading out the door.

Sweet and Smoky Peas

Monster Bites

These Black Bean and Bacon Veggie Bites with Libby’s® Mixed Vegetables are fun to eat and kids will love each crunchy, savory bite.

Black Bean and Bacon Veggie Bites

Frankenstein Sliders

Sneak in Libby’s® Sweet Peas and Diced Carrots into these Frankenstein Turkey Bolognese with Peas and Carrots sliders. These will be such a hit you won’t have to worry about winning the veggie war.

Turkey Bolognese Sliders

One Pot Meals

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After a long day of work, the last thing you want to do is spend a lot of time preparing a home-cooked meal. We often find ourselves too tired to spend hours in the kitchen and instead opt for a frozen meal or takeout. An all-in-one meal that can be prepared with little effort and fewer pots is way more appealing. Believe it or not, using just one pot, you can sauté, toss, bake, simmer, or roast an easy and delicious meal for the entire family. 

Below are a few of our favorite one pot recipes to help you streamline your dinner prep and satisfy your family’s craving for a home-cooked meal after a busy day.

Toss It

For a twist on the traditional pot pie recipe, make this Skillet Chicken Pot Pie using Libby’s® Mixed Vegetables, which is ready in less than one hour.

Skillet Chicken Pot Pie

Bake It

Prepare a delicious warm, cheesy dish in under thirty minutes. In one casserole dish or baking pan, try this Creamy Potato and Tuna Bake with Libby’s® Sliced White Potatoes and Sweet Peas for a dinner that is sure to impress the entire family.

Creamy Potato and Tuna Bake

Simmer It

A slow cooker can be your best friend, especially when preparing this flavorful Herbed Chicken and Veggies dish with Libby’s® Sliced Carrots and Sweet Peas. Combine all ingredients in your favorite crockpot in the morning and allow the meal to cook while you are at work. Dinner will be ready after a long day without spending hours in the kitchen.   

Herbed Chicken and Veggies

 

Your Guide to Soup

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By Dylan Bailey, MS

As we enter into the fall and winter months, there’s nothing better than a simple, nourishing and family-friendly soup recipe that warms us up.

Soups have evolved since researchers think they were first made some 25,000 years ago. A common soup back then would have been a combination of water and a hunk of meat or some other ingredient, boiled to create a broth. But, access to ingredients and preparation methods have changed, making soup a luxurious dish in disguise. Because soups use simple cooking techniques, anyone can master them. Let’s explore the types of soups we can create today, one spoonful at a time!

Types of Soups to Know

Stocks and Broths

Stocks and broths are somewhat similar being that ingredients (like meat, fish, vegetables, herbs) are simmered in water. Bones can be included too, mainly in stocks, to add flavors and texture. Broths are cooked for shorter amounts of time than stocks and can be served on their own. Stocks are thick when chilled and can be used in sauces. Broths form the base for many types of soups, including those we’ll talk about below. Other ingredients are typically added and cooked directly in broths, like minestrone soup. Stocks can be concentrated and sold as Bouillon cubes, which need to be dissolved before using.

Puréed

Puréed soups use a stock or broth base and are accompanied by starchy vegetables or legumes, including carrots, potatoes or peas. The entire nutrient-dense mixture is then puréed, also known as blended, to form a smooth and creamy consistency.

Chowder

Think “New England Clam Chowder.” Chowders are cream or milk based hearty soups with large chunks of ingredients. Typically, chowders will feature some type of seafood, but variations can also be made with corn, potato or chicken. Perhaps you’ve also hear of “Manhattan Clam Chowder” – a tomato-based version? There’s some historic debate around if this dish is even “chowder” at all.

Bisque

Bisques are rich but smooth soups that usually feature shellfish, most famously, lobster. Cream can be added to help thicken the soup. Bisques without shellfish are commonly known as squash, pea or mushroom bisques.

Consommé

The consommé is a staple of French cooking. It starts with stock and involves a process known as clarifying. This technique clears the soup, using protein-based additions like egg white to attract fat and other particles in the soup. The soup is served alone or with a simple herb or vegetable garnish.

With the help of Libby’s®, you can put your soup knowledge into practice! We’ve provided three soup recipes below so you can try making them yourself using high-quality, nutrient-rich and premium ingredients the whole family will enjoy.

Puréed Example: Carrot Coconut Soup

Libby’s® Sliced Carrots and coconut milk are puréed in a vegetable broth base for this delicious soup. Carrots contain a high amount of fiber and vitamin A, making this a nutrient-dense meal perfect for any occasion. 

Carrot Coconut Soup

Bisque Example: Spicy Sweet Pea Bisque

Courtesy of registered dietitian Deanna Segrave-Daly, RD, LDN, this bisque features a vegetable base instead of the commonly used shellfish base. To thicken the bisque, buttermilk is added. The sweet peas used in this recipe contain high amounts of vitamin C and fiber, and are low in fat.

Spicy Sweet Pea Bisque

Chowder Example: Ham and Corn Chowder

Thick chunks of potatoes and carrots, along with a milk base, form the recipe for this chowder. Instead of seafood, ham and corn are the main ingredient additions. Because there are a few steps to getting this chowder just right, it’s a great opportunity to ask friends and family to cook with you. If you feel the soup is too thick, feel free to add in a bit more milk or stock.

Ham and Corn Chowder Soup

Taco Creations

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In honor of National Taco Day on October 4, Libby’s® wants to help you celebrate the beloved Mexican dish with a culinary fiesta. Tacos are one of the rare foods that can be consumed for any meal – breakfast, lunch or dinner.

The traditional taco consists of a corn or flour tortilla stuffed with your favorite fillings, including beef, chicken, seafood, vegetables and cheese. However, the taco has evolved over the years to be consumed in a variety of ways. Below you will find a few of our favorite non-traditional taco recipes to help you celebrate this special day!

Guilt-Free

Skip the tortilla with these delicious Turkey Taco Starters filled with Libby’s® Whole Kernel Sweet Corn, along with lean ground turkey, black beans and chopped vegetables. An easy spin on the traditional taco makes for an easy weeknight meal for the entire family.

Turkey Taco Starters

Dip It

Fall season brings about lots of football and baseball games to watch with the family. For the next game or tailgate celebration prepare this amazing “veggie” Seven Layer Dip with Libby’s® Whole Kernel Sweet Corn and Cut Green Beans for the vegetarian snackers to enjoy.

Seven Layer Dip

Quick & Easy

Who said salads are boring? There’s nothing boring about this Taco Salad loaded with Libby’s® Whole Kernel Sweet Corn, along with black beans, tomato, Mexican cheese and more. This easy lunch or dinner option will become one of your go-to weekday recipes to please the entire family. It has everything you’ll find in your favorite taco, while also helping you fit more greens into your meal.

Taco Salad

Autumn-Inspired Recipes

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Now that summer is officially over, many of us are turning to our favorite fall recipes to help get us in the mood for the new season. You may have even pulled your trusty crockpot out from storage to help you start preparing a few of those delicious, simmering meals synonymous with fall.

Kick off the season right and enjoy the flavors of fall with a few of Libby’s® favorite autumn-inspired recipes. Cozy up to a few new tempting takes on cool-weather classics, including: chili, soup, and casseroles.

One-Pot of Deliciousness

Even the slightest chill to the air, or the first snap of the old pigskin, make us excited for chili. Autumn is the perfect season to round up your favorite ingredients, like Libby’s® Whole Kernel Sweet Corn, and try making Quick Chicken Chili. There will be plenty left over for everyone and the flavors are even better the next day!

Quick Chicken Chili

Perfect Match

As the weather starts to turn, what’s a more comforting and tasty pairing than carrots and apples? Try this Roasted Carrots and Apple Soup using Libby’s Sliced Carrots for a cozy dinner to enjoy at home. This soup is also a great option to pack in an air-tight container and bring to the office for a little something warm and delicious at lunchtime.

Roasted Carrots and Apple Soup

Hearty & Satisfying

Shorter days and longer cool nights’ pair perfectly with a hearty casserole, which delivers on that warm, filling goodness that you crave during the fall. This Corn and Potato Casserole with Gruyere is prepared with Libby’s Cream Style Sweet Corn, Whole Kernel Sweet Corn and Sliced White potatoes, highlighting some of the favorite flavors and ingredients of the season. Your taste buds will be thanking you for this autumnal melody of flavors.

Corn and Potato Casserole