AND ON THE 72nd DAY GOD SAID, “LET THERE BE A SWEET PORK RIND SNACK.”

Yep, it’s true, Pork Puffies do exist in our universe.  And guess what, they’re microwavable. How much do these bites of heaven cost? $23.50 on Amazon.

Check the benefits of eating Pork Puffies!

And yes, directions are included…

Put the pork rind pellets onto a microwave approved paper plate. Spread the pellets so they won't stack up on top of each other. Consider your first batch to be a test batch. This is because microwave ovens cook at different rates. Start with a time of a minute and a half. If some of the pellets don't puff up all the way, or if a few burn, adjust the time up or down by ten or fifteen seconds. They don't make any noise as they puff up. At this point you can add seasoning to the pork rinds. When they finish cooking they will be snapping, crackling and popping. This will continue for a few seconds. If you pop up more than you can eat, keep them in a zip lock bag for later.

GET A FREE SUCK FROM CORPORATE AMERICA’S TEET

I’m all about taking breaks at work. Especially when it’s like 3 o’ something and I’m literally  about to do a face-plant into my keyboard. What I’m totally against is shelling out $$$$ for a sweet something or an uber-grande latte . Especially since I’m on the company clock! F-this. I'm a model-ish employee. Work should pay. And they do everytime I enjoy my FREE CHOCO-BOSS MAN SHAKE SUPREME. It takes only 5 minutes to make and everything you need is right in your company’s kitchen.

Ingredients:

Recipe:

1-Add 2 packs of Swiss Miss® into a paper cup

2-Pour in 2-3oz of Vanilla Coffee-Mate®

3-Stir until powder is mostly blended with creamer

4-Add the rest of the creamer and 2 packs of Splenda®

5-Stir well.

6-Enjoy your FREE snack courtesy of DA MAN!

SUPER BOWL SNACK SPOTLIGHT: AN ONGOING, IN-DEPTH SERIES

Today’s topic: DIPS

As far as Super Bowl parties go, dips usually fall into pre-game territory. Tossed out before the hot stuff. ONE OF THE BIGGEST MISTAKES YOU CAN MAKE IS HAVING TOO MUCH DIP. People load up on onion dip, ranch or salsa and they’re pretty much out for the game. So if you’re going to have 8 to 10 people (with lots of food and booze) 2 - 3 small-ish containers should do the trick. Here are my ready-made reccos.

TOSTITOS® CHUNKY SALSA: Good ratio of veggies to sauce. Not too watery so you won’t have to worry about chip-spillage. Since you’ll have varied salsa pallets it’d probably be best to go for the medium over hot.

CHIP PAIRING SUGGESTION: TOSTITOS® SCOOPS®

KRAFT® FRENCH ONION DIP: Like other Kraft® dressings, this too has a thick, rich consistency to it. A little less oniony than other brands which isn’t necessarily a bad thing. 8oz container makes the perfect party serving size.

CHIP PAIRING SUGGESTION: TERRA BLUE POTATO CHIPS

LAY’S® SMOOTH RANCH DIP: Surprisingly I found this dip to be way more flavorful than lots of the fridge brands. Lives up to the coolness, and doesn't have an overpowering ranch aftertaste. It’s also a handy dip to keep out when the wings are served…for those 2 non-bleu cheese fans.

CHIP PAIRING SUGGESTION: LAY’S® KETTLE COOKED CHIPS

JUNK FOOD THAT’S GOOD FOR YOU.

Pork Rinds?

You've definitely seen 'em. It's the brown, puffy looking chip things packed in clear bags. Usually wedged way in the back of the snack bins.

What are they?

Pork skin that’s cured, then deep fried (not as bad as it sounds).

The bad news:

Nothing healthy ever started with the words Deep Fried. Also a bit high in the cholesterol area – 20mg.

The good news:

They have like zero carbs. Chips have like 15g per teeny-tiny serving. Pork Rinds also have 43% unsaturated fat that’s chock full of oleic acid (same stuff found in olive oil).

Best Brands to Eat:

Utz, Mac’s Snacks, Herr’s and Ricos.

Do it yourself Pork Rinds...

GIMME A BEER, WITH NO ANCHOVIES!

So you’re out with the guys and knocked down a bunch of brews. Of course by the end of the night the unavoidable hits you – THE MUNCHIES! Well thanks to master homebrewers Tom and Athena Seefurth, one swig of their ale will satisfy both cravings – MAMMA MIA! PIZZA BEER. Ok, so maybe it wouldn’t exactly take the place of that hot, greasy slice. What you do get is a honey golden beer with hints of basil, tomato, oregano, basil, garlic – and no chance of scorching the roof of your mouth. Pairs perfectly with a pepperoni and cheese slice to go.

NWM tip: Chill before serving.