THRIFTY TIPS TO SAVE MONEY
Cheap n’ Tasty Gifts
Strapped for a gift idea for gourmet buddies? Just mix up a batch of gourmet mayo using American Garden Mayonnaise (see tip above), spoon it into a pretty jar and stick on a label with storage instructions and serving ideas.
For instance, parsley mayo goes well with fish, and bleu cheese mayo is a lively dip with crackers and fresh fruit.

Dressing with a Difference
Next time your jar of American Garden Mayonnaise or bottle of American Garden Tomato Ketchup is almost over, add some salad oil and shake it well. Flavor with lime juice, crushed garlic and season to taste – another salad with a unique yummy dressing.

Banish those chemicals
Chemical cleansers and cleaning supplies are not only bad for the environment, but also downright dangerous if you have little children and pets at home. Banish them and stock up on natural products that do the job just as well. And you don’t need separate products for tiles, mirrors, glass or ceramics.

Christmas tree Cornaments
Using liquid glue, make popcorn balls. Spray them with lacquer to seal the ball and glitter spray for effect. Decorate with decorative items such as pretty bows, buttons, jewels, glitter. Attach a ribbon hanger and hang on your Xmas tree.

TIME SAVING TIPS AND TRICKS
Fresher Sandwiches
Sandwiches are easy, healthful meal mainstays – a godsend for busy homemakers. To ensure that everyone in the family has a fresh, hot meal, make your delicious sandwiches using American Garden sauces and sandwich spreads ahead of time. Wrap in aluminum foil sheets and refrigerate. Whenever anyone needs to eat, they just unwrap and heat it in the toaster, or microwave.

Veggie stix with dip
Next time you’re entertaining, try this healthful party platter, instead of high-fat chips and nuts. Cut up carrot and cucumber sticks and arrange them on a platter with American Garden Garlic Mayonnaise

Chocolate popcorn brittle
Here's a quick idea you can make up in no time. Spread popped American Garden Microwave popcorn on wax paper sheets. Drizzle with melted chocolate. When cool, break up roughly and store in air-tight containers.

Gourmet Garnishes
Use you imagination to make your own kind of mayonnaise. Just add a flavor you fancy to your favorite American Garden Mayonnaise. Refrigerate for an hour or more to let flavors mingle.
Some great add-ins: chilli flakes, crushed pistachio, minced herbs like parsley and basil, hot curry powder, minced garlic, minced red onion, lemon zest, jalapeno peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, anchovy paste or even crumbled bleu cheese.
Or even try an adventurous combination of flavors, such as jalapeno and garlic, or lime and orange zest!

Nutty Spicy Popcorn
If you think popcorn is too staid for your parties, jazz it up with herbs, spices, cheese or different flavors! Your healthy, yummy snack will taste even more delicious.
Just follow the instructions to make a bowl of American Garden Microwave Popcorn. Transfer to an oven-proof dish. In a small saucepan, blend together 1/2 cup peanut butter with 2 teaspoons vegetable oil, stir in 1 teaspoon soy sauce, a pinch of ground garlic and cayenne pepper. Pour this dressing over the popcorn. Pop into a hot oven for 10 minutes to heat the popcorn, stirring frequently. Serve with style!