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Thank you for your overwhelming response to our Birthday Celebration drawing and for all the birthday wishes. Even Sappie, the Great Dane, wished Simply Organic a happy birthday!

Congratulations to our winners who were randomly chosen from +500 entries: Amanda H (CA), Claudette J (DC), Candy H (IA), Patte S (NJ), Martina C (KY), Darleen R  (PA), Jenny R (WI), Katy L (NC), Kathy D (FL), and Rita G (PA).

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Lunch Box

As the kids head back-to-school, thoughts of how to pack your child’s lunch each day in order to maximize nutrition are likely top of mind. We have some great suggestions that may help simplify the task. Click here for some ideas for nutritious and easy lunch box foods.

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Kid Kritics

Kids say the darndest things! We’ve recently “kid tested” ten of our products via the Kid Kritics team and they were rated as “hits!”  Our Golden Vanilla Cake was tested and kids said, “"Really, really, really, really good … tastes like there was a glaze in it … addicted to it … it was so good, I loved it and want another one … want it every day for dessert … so delicious that I want to stand up and run around … makes my taste buds want to do the tango!” Check out this month’s recipe courtesy of Nutritionbabes.com { Lauren Pincus Harris, Kathy Siegel} using our Golden Vanilla Cake Mix.

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Recipe of the Month - Golden Vanilla Fruit Cake

Nutrition Babes Lauren Pincus Harris and Kathy Siegel created this Golden Vanilla Fruit Cake that looks delish! This recipe is perfect for summer occasions given the abundance of fresh fruit available.

Preheat: oven, 350 degrees F
Equipment: Large bowl, whisk, 8" cake pan  
Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Number of Servings: 8 or more depending on ages
        
1 box Golden Vanilla Cake Mix
2 eggs
1 tbsp canola or coconut oil
1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce, natural or organic
3/4 cup TruWhip topping
3/4 cup kiwi, sliced
1/2 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
1/2 cup fresh blueberries

Put the first four ingredients into a large mixing bowl. Mix until well combined. Spray an 8" inch cake pan with non-stick cooking spray. Pour batter in pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Allow cake to cool for at least 1 hour. Gently transfer to plate. Cover top of cake with TruWhip topping. Decorate topping with fruit. Have fun being creative. Better yet, ask your kids to decorate it. Serve!

FYI: This cake may be prepared in advance and kept in the refrigerator! Use whatever fresh or dried fruits you have available.  Frozen ones may look messy, however you can try using them.   
6 God-made Food Colors: tan, white, green, red, blue, yellow (eggs)
5 Food Groups: whole grains, eggs, fruit, EFAs (essential fatty acids), sweet      

PERFORMANCE RATING: 6/5
6/5 is a really high rating for a birthday cake!  All natural and naturally delicious!

We Want to Hear From You!

We would love to hear your thoughts and suggestions regarding what you would like to see/hear from us in future editions! We have received some great suggestions. Please send ideas to feedback@simplyorganic.com. Thanks.