Drizzle 3 ½ tbsp. of cold water over 1 cup of cheese and stir until well combined. Let sit and occasionally stir for 35 minutes or until cheese has softened.
Fresh Equivalent
1 cup dry = 1 cup fresh grated cheese
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Use it in quesadillas, burritos, tacos, soups, dips, salads, pizza, breads-anything that could use some cheesy goodness! If you like crunch, don’t even refresh it, just throw it on top!
If you’re melting cheese on top of a dish, make sure it’s had at least an hour to reconstitute in the refrigerator so that it will be the right consistency for melting.
Jason & Lindsay Budge met Steve & Amy Palmer while going to college. They didn’t immediately realize the great and enduring partnership they would form, but they both felt the need to prepare for the future. The two families had always believed that the keys to happiness are self reliance and the balance of life’s priorities, including education, healthy diet, physical fitness, financial independence, family, and faith in God. However, there was something important missing in their goal of self reliance: a good supply of provisions to prepare for hardships or emergencies. The problem? They didn’t know how to start or what to store for a long term food supply.
In the summer of 2004, Jason and Steve felt a great responsibility to solve this problem. They were facing difficult decisions and challenges—including Lindsay staying in the hospital for 3 months before their birth to save their twin daughters − and they felt they could no longer wait to help everyone become self-reliant. They turned down wonderful opportunities, took the leap of faith, and started Thrive Life.
Thrive Life has developed food rotation products which make food storage and organization manageable. The company also developed a line of food with over 90 super quality, delicious foods. While the decades of shelf life for the food makes it the best solution for long-term food storage, the convenience and great flavor of this easy-to-use food make the perfect ingredients for everyday meal preparation and best nutrition. Thrive Life is committed to having the best foods on the market and making them a part everyday life!
Course:
Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Meal Prep in Jars, Meals in Jars
Cuisine:
American, Russian
Prep Time:5minutes
Cook Time:15minutes
Total Time:20minutes
Servings:6people
Calories:262kcal
Author:Doris Rush-Lopez
Put into quart size canning jar. To keep for extended period of time, add an oxygen absorber to the jar only to keep it fresh. (You can also use an empty Pantry size can, but the oxygen absorber won't keep it fresh as the seal is not tight enough).
For best value, buy ingredients during our Black Friday or Spring Sales! Spring sale will start April 19, 2018 until 11:59 PM MST on 4/23/2018, but I can put your order in on the 18th for you if you send me your ahead of that date! Sale prices are while supplies last, so send me your wish list early!
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Pour contents of jar in the water. Reduce to medium heat and
simmer for 12-15 minutes or until noodles are done. Cover and rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Recipe Notes
Adapted from original Recipe by Shelli Rasmussen
Nutrition Facts
Beef Stroganoff Meal Prep in a Jar
Amount Per Serving (1 cup)
Calories 262Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6g9%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 57mg19%
Sodium 844mg35%
Potassium 97mg3%
Total Carbohydrates 33g11%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Sugars 5g
Protein 11g22%
Vitamin A0%
Vitamin C0.5%
Calcium10.5%
Iron6.8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Beef Stroganoff Meal Prep in a Jar
Put into quart size canning jar. To keep for extended period of time, add an oxygen absorber to the jar only to keep it fresh. (You can also use an empty Pantry size can, but the oxygen absorber won’t keep it fresh as the seal is not tight enough).
For best value, buy ingredients during our Black Friday or Spring Sales! Spring sale will start April 19, 2018 until 11:59 PM MST on 4/23/2018, but I can put your order in on the 18th for you if you send me your ahead of that date! Sale prices are while supplies last, so send me your wish list early!
Directions:
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Pour contents of jar in the water. Reduce to medium heat and
simmer for 12-15 minutes or until noodles are done. Cover and rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Feel like your relaxing in an Italian café while munching on this hearty quinoa bowl! Infused with the flavors of Tuscany, you’ll get a mix of Italian herbs, balsamic vinegar, tomato dices, asparagus, zucchini, broccoli, spinach, and onions without chopping a single veggie.
SERVING TIME: 20 min
NUTRITION PER SERVING: 330 Calories, Fats 20g, Protein 9g, Sodium 750mg
Cut 2 hours of cooking into 20 minutes with this simple but savory dinner! Get a bowl of tender shredded beef drenched in the sweetness of pineapple and a zing of rice vinegar for the perfect combo of sweet and sour over a bed of fluffy white rice and sautéed veggies. It’s a restaurant classic served by yours truly!
SERVING TIME: 20 min
NUTRITION PER SERVING: 400 Calories, Fats 7G, Protein 18G, Sodium 1110MG
Shredded Beef in an Italian dish? Oh, yes! Twirl your fork into this savory pasta packed with veggies and drenched in a balsamic glaze with a hint of sweet tomato sauce. It’s a bowl of pot roast mixed with the softest, tastiest ribbon noodle you’ve ever eaten!
SERVING TIME: 22 min
NUTRITION PER SERVING: 280 Calories, Fats 8g, Protein 19g, Sodium 580mg
Waffles and pork?! Oh, yes! Slide a dollop of juicy, shredded, maple-infused pork onto a fluffy waffle for a creative dinner that hits the spot. We’ve defrosted, cooked, and shredded the pork for you!
SERVING TIME: 20 min
NUTRITION PER SERVING: 350 Calories, Fats 16g, Protein 13g, Sodium 770mg
Twirl your fork into this one-of-a-kind pasta drizzled with a creamy pesto sauce! Finish it off with a mix of savory veggies, and you’ve got an Instagram worthy dinner! Go ahead and snap that pic. We don’t blame you.
SERVING TIME: 23 min
NUTRITION PER SERVING: 590 Calories, Fats 35g, Protein 13g, Sodium 640mg
Some nights you just need to load up on carbs, but it’s easy to justify when those carbs are stuffed with hearty veggies! Take a bite into this creamy lasagna loaded with zucchini, spinach, cauliflower, mushrooms, broccoli, tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers…ready in just 35 minutes with no chopping required.
SERVING TIME: 35 min
NUTRITION PER SERVING: 530 Calories, Fats 17g, Protein 27g, Sodium 1420mg
Instead of takeout, take a bite into a savory bowl of Korean-Style Beef! With the flavors of your favorite Asian restaurant, each tender bite gives you a big kick of sweet and spicy! Laid on a bed of sautéed veggies and fluffy brown rice, you won’t need to leave your house for a restaurant-worthy meal! We’ve defrosted, browned, and shredded your beef for you!
SERVING TIME: 20 min.
NUTRITION PER SERVING: 460 Calories, Fats 11g, Protein 24g, Sodium 1710mg
Remember when you were a kid and loved making your own pizza? You may have grown up, but everyone knows making your own pizza is still a hoot and a half! So whip out those old pizzeria skills and customize a “grown up” pizza with an array of hearty veggies and savory sausage for a dinner that’s fun to make and fun to eat!
Classic makes one 12 inch pizza. Family makes two 12 inch pizzas.
SERVING TIME: 1 hr 30 min
NUTRITION PER SERVING: 470 Calories, Fats 26g, Protein 21g, Sodium 890g
Tex-Mex without the drive-thru? Yee-ha! Whip up this bowl of southwest flavors in just a few minutes with a creative mixture of fluffy quinoa, hearty veggies, and tender chicken slices! Will you feel like a Pinterest mom? Absolutely. Who knew healthy could taste so awesome?
SERVING TIME: 20 min
NUTRITION PER SERVING: 280 Calories, Fats 13g, Protein 13g, Sodium 490mg
No cold feet here! Dip your homemade, cheesy focaccia bread into a sizzling soup that perfectly blends tantalizing veggies, sweet basil, and peppery sausage! A staple in Italian restaurants, each sip is one to remember.
SERVING TIME: 90 min.
NUTRITION PER SERVING: 150 Calories, Fats 12g, Protein 9g, Sodium 810mg
Turn pizza night into veggie night with our Veggie Infused Pizza Simple Plate! Get thick slices of cheesy pizza loaded with savory veggies and a homemade red sauce! Oh, and that fluffy crust? We put veggies in there, too. The kids are eating vegetarian tonight!
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NUTRITION PER SERVING: 410 Calories, Fats 21g, Protein 17g, Sodium 770mg
Dripping in a warm balsamic glaze and a creamy tomato sauce, take a dip into this savory dish of tender chicken slices and a variety of veggies including cauliflower, broccoli, zucchini, kale, red bell peppers, and onions…no chopping required! So quick, it’ll make your head spin!
SERVING TIME: 20 min
NUTRITION PER SERVING: 350 Calories, Fats 9g, Protein 22g, Sodium 830mg
Bring pot to a boil and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until beans are soft. Garnish with Thrive Cheddar cheese (if you put it on top of the soup right out of the pot, it will melt nicely!), dollops of guacamole and tortilla chips.
Put the ingredients in 4 oz canning jar, shake gently to mix, then put the condiment packets down the side or on top.
When ready to eat, remove the packets, add their contents to the jar with 1/4 cup water, shake well, then let rest for 5-10 minutes in fridge or ice bucket. It may seem too watery at first, but that will thicken up during the rest time.
Voilà! Instant lunch!
It’s even better if you mix it first thing in the morning and let sit in fridge until lunch time!
For those who want to start thriving immediately, and who love a great deal, this is the kit for you. It’s full of enough great Thrive products and materials for your first few tastings. And it has free shipping too!
First Things First Flyer
Sample Cups (50)
Thrive Life Apron
Thrive Guide
Thrive Refresh Tips Fridge Magnet
Postcard Invitations (100)
Order/Application Forms (20)
Join Us Brochure (20)
Simple Solutions Flyer (20)
Recipe Cards (3 pack)
A Tale of 2 Bananas Flyer (20)
Thrive Life Product Catalog (10)
Don’t forget, you get Fan perks on the amount of your starter kit, including the Double Dip!
I am glad you asked! This is where the magic happens: you get to taste our extraordinary food!
I will come to your home, job or whatever location you choose, cook up a Simple Plate meal or something even simpler, and show you and your guests how you can overcome many issues revolving around “food stress”.
These issues can include: baby meals, what to make for dinner, no time to cook, wasted fresh produce, special diets, food storage, emergency preparedness, low budget, meal prep, eating healthier and many more!
Snack on it right out of the can, or make a “trail mix”. Create your own or use one of these great trail mix recipes! You will need to drink extra water when snacking on dried foods, so this is a great way to get into that habit!
Refreshed by either tumbling in a container with a bit of water, sitting in a marinade, or spraying a tiny bit of water on the more fragile foods like raspberries, blackberries, cherries and red seedless grapes so they don’t go all soggy.
Toss them right into the food you are cooking. Be sure to add extra water if it’s not a recipe that already has lots of liquid. See our chart for how much water is needed to refresh the ingredient you are using.
My favorite way: Thrivealize! Use Thrive ingredients in place of “fresh”, canned or frozen when you create your family’s favorite meals! Veggies, meats and sauce powders are great for soups, stews, casseroles and stir-frying. Fruits can be used powdered in smoothies, cake frostings for extra flavor and avoiding food coloring, or whole or broken up in pies, turnovers and sauces.
Chef Boxes: A kit full of ingredients and recipes to make fast and easy meals! About half or more of the recipe is from the box, the rest from your fridge and/or pantry.
Simple Plate: Home delivered, Already prepped Meal kits! Cereal box sized packages, with only cellophane wrapping for each ingredient, hardly any trash! Just add water and perhaps a few pantry items, cook and serve!
Mamma Mia! This is a creamy polenta base infused with cheese, cream, and garlic. On top, a rich medley of veggies and our new Grilled Seasoned Chicken! Try our optional Balsamic Glaze for a tangy topping!
SERVING TIME: 16 min.
NUTRITION PER SERVING: 270 Calories, Fats 12g, Protein 15g, Sodium 820mg
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