{"id":25327,"date":"2018-09-28T16:29:01","date_gmt":"2018-09-28T15:29:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pinkoddy.co.uk\/?p=25327"},"modified":"2018-09-28T16:29:01","modified_gmt":"2018-09-28T15:29:01","slug":"midweek-meal-made-easy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/54.155.211.39\/blog\/2018\/09\/28\/midweek-meal-made-easy\/","title":{"rendered":"Midweek Meal Made Easy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Family life can be crazy and time seems to be something that everyone is short of. As a family we are guilty of being slack with eating properly and relying on convenience foods because we just don\u2019t have the time or the energy to prepare, cook and clean up after a decent meal. What we really need to do is be more efficient with our time and really utilise the freezer more. I was asked to demonstrate how Bacofoil\u00ae The Non-Stick Kitchen Foil and Bacofoil\u00ae All Purpose Zipper\u00ae Bags could help make meal times easier for families and felt this was the perfect opportunity to stop and reassess things. After some thought I came up with the idea for Chicken and Vegetable Noodles.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25273\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pinkoddy.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Bacofoil-chicken-noodles.jpg?resize=800%2C677\" alt=\"chicken and noodles\" width=\"800\" height=\"677\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/54.155.211.39\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Bacofoil-chicken-noodles.jpg?w=800 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/54.155.211.39\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Bacofoil-chicken-noodles.jpg?resize=300%2C254 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/54.155.211.39\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Bacofoil-chicken-noodles.jpg?resize=768%2C650 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Bacofoil\u00ae is perfect for people of any age who enjoy preparing delicious food any time. This simple recipe is ideal for those of all ages &#8211; but especially the young and old, who may otherwise struggle to remove stuck on food.<\/p>\n<h1><u>Chicken and Vegetable Noodles<\/u><\/h1>\n<p><strong><em>Ingredients: <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Obviously you can use vegetables of your choice but I used:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 handful of broccoli florets<\/li>\n<li>1 handful peppers\u00a0sliced or chopped (colors of choice)<\/li>\n<li>1 sliced courgette<\/li>\n<li>1 sliced carrot<\/li>\n<li>Tomatoes sliced into large chunks<\/li>\n<li>Handful of chopped onions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25274\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pinkoddy.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/preparing-veg-with-bacofoil-zipper.jpg?resize=800%2C600\" alt=\"cutting broccoli with Bacofoil\u00ae All Purpose Zipper\u00ae Bags\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/54.155.211.39\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/preparing-veg-with-bacofoil-zipper.jpg?w=800 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/54.155.211.39\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/preparing-veg-with-bacofoil-zipper.jpg?resize=300%2C225 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/54.155.211.39\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/preparing-veg-with-bacofoil-zipper.jpg?resize=768%2C576 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/>Also required:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Noodles or Pasta<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon\u00a0olive oil<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon Italian seasoning<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon\u00a0garlic powder or fresh minced garlic<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon\u00a0paprika\u00a0optional<\/li>\n<li>salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<li>cheese optional<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><u>Preparing the Vegetables with Bacofoil<\/u><u>\u00ae<\/u><u> All Purpose Zipper\u00ae Bags <\/u><\/h2>\n<p>As a family we have so many things to juggle around tea time but still like to eat together, which often creates a very small window of opportunity. Bacofoil\u00ae All Purpose Zipper\u00ae Bags are perfect for families like us, who struggle with time in the week, as they can help with advanced preparation.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25275\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pinkoddy.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Preparing-the-Vegetables-with-Bacofoil\u00ae-All-Purpose-Zipper\u00ae-Bags.jpg?resize=800%2C600\" alt=\"Preparing the Vegetables with Bacofoil\u00ae All Purpose Zipper\u00ae Bags\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/54.155.211.39\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Preparing-the-Vegetables-with-Bacofoil\u00ae-All-Purpose-Zipper\u00ae-Bags.jpg?w=800 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/54.155.211.39\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Preparing-the-Vegetables-with-Bacofoil\u00ae-All-Purpose-Zipper\u00ae-Bags.jpg?resize=300%2C225 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/54.155.211.39\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Preparing-the-Vegetables-with-Bacofoil\u00ae-All-Purpose-Zipper\u00ae-Bags.jpg?resize=768%2C576 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/>The Bacofoil\u00ae All Purpose Zipper\u00ae Bags are a handy stand-alone base which are easy to fill and store; they are high quality, tear proof and water-resistant; with a zip tight seal (which ensures no leaks or mess) and are suitable for freezing. I have previously written about how Bacofoil\u00ae All Purpose Zipper\u00ae Bags\u00a0are good for<a href=\"https:\/\/pinkoddy.co.uk\/2017\/09\/07\/how-to-avoid-food-waste\/\"> reducing food waste<\/a> by using them as containers to freeze things &#8211; this means that vegetables can prepared in advanced (when there\u2019s more time) and either kept in the Bacofoil\u00ae All Purpose Zipper\u00ae Bags in the fridge or freezer until required. This also makes it easier if there are a variety of different tastes &#8211; as just a few vegetables at a time can be used. The zip tight seal of Zipper\u00ae closes easily and safely, protecting the taste and freshness of food.<\/p>\n<h3><u>Bacofoil<\/u><u>\u00ae<\/u><u>\u00a0The Non-Stick Kitchen Foil with BacoLift<\/u><u>\u00ae<\/u><\/h3>\n<p><strong><em>Bacofoil<\/em><\/strong><strong><em>\u00ae The<\/em><\/strong><strong><em>\u00a0Non-Stick Kitchen Foil &#8211; No Sticking, No Cleaning, No Worries.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Obviously if food does not stick to trays then time is going to be saved on cleaning: Well that is exactly what Bacofoil\u00ae The Non-Stick Kitchen Foil does with its unique BacoLift\u00ae surface.\u00a0 There is no need to use oil or butter either &#8211; making it the healthier option. Plus, because the food does not stick then holes aren\u2019t created when you simply lift the food off &#8211; meaning that oil and grease from the food will not run onto the tray. This also means that it will not damage the tray itself. With food looking and tasting as it should then it is not surprising that it could be utilised as an everyday essential. We have used Bacofoil\u00ae The Non-Stick Kitchen Foil to cover the roast chicken (which stops it spitting over the oven), for the boys\u2019 sticky cookies (stopping them sticking to the tray) and underneath Yorkshire puddings without using any oil &#8211; making them a healthier option &#8211; plus saving on time on not having to pick any food off the tray and on washing up &#8211; because the tray will just need a quick wipe over.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25304\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pinkoddy.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/yorkshire-pudding-not-stuck.jpg?resize=800%2C548\" alt=\"yorkshire pudding not stuck\" width=\"800\" height=\"548\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/54.155.211.39\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/yorkshire-pudding-not-stuck.jpg?w=800 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/54.155.211.39\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/yorkshire-pudding-not-stuck.jpg?resize=300%2C206 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/54.155.211.39\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/yorkshire-pudding-not-stuck.jpg?resize=768%2C526 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><u>Method for Chicken and Vegetable Noodles with Bacofoil<\/u><u>\u00ae<\/u><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> On a day when you have time prepare the vegetables and seal them in Bacofoil\u00ae All Purpose Zipper\u00ae Bags to keep them fresh until you are ready to use them.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Preheat the oven to 200 degrees.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Combine all ingredients, apart from the noodles, together in a Bacofoil\u00ae All Purpose Zipper\u00ae Bag.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Cut and lay out two 12&#215;12 inch (app.) squares of Bacofoil\u00ae The Non-Stick Kitchen Foil (cook on the non-shiny side) on a sheet pan.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25305\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pinkoddy.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/vegetables-ready-to-cook.jpg?resize=800%2C600\" alt=\"chicken and vegetables ready to cook in Bacofoil\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/54.155.211.39\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/vegetables-ready-to-cook.jpg?w=800 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/54.155.211.39\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/vegetables-ready-to-cook.jpg?resize=300%2C225 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/54.155.211.39\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/vegetables-ready-to-cook.jpg?resize=768%2C576 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/li>\n<li><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Take the mixture from the Bacofoil\u00ae All Purpose Zipper\u00ae Bags and split in two &#8211; placing one half each on to the Bacofoil\u00ae The Non-Stick Kitchen Foil. Next gently fold the Bacofoil\u00ae The Non-Stick Kitchen Foil around the ingredients to form a tight seal.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Step 6:<\/strong> Bake for 20 minutes;\u00a0 ensuring that the chicken has been cooked through. Slide from the Bacofoil\u00ae The Non-Stick Kitchen Foil into a bowl.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25306\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pinkoddy.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/non-stick-bacolif.jpg?resize=800%2C1067\" alt=\"vegetables cooked in Bacofoil slide off easily thanks to the Bacolift\" width=\"800\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/54.155.211.39\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/non-stick-bacolif.jpg?w=800 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/54.155.211.39\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/non-stick-bacolif.jpg?resize=225%2C300 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/54.155.211.39\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/non-stick-bacolif.jpg?resize=768%2C1024 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/li>\n<li><strong>Step 7:<\/strong> Cook noodles as per instructions and serve together.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Step 8:<\/strong> Optional sprinkle with grated cheese.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ilovebacofoil\">Facebook<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Twitter: @ilovebacofoil<\/li>\n<li>Instagram: @lovebacofoil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bacofoil.co.uk\/\">http:\/\/www.bacofoil.co.uk\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>This is a collaborative post. <\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Family life can be crazy and time seems to be something that everyone is short of. As a family we are guilty of being slack with eating properly and relying on convenience foods because we just don\u2019t have the time or the energy to prepare, cook and clean up after a decent meal. 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