Bread Baked Fresh Locally ~ Roman Meal Bread Review and Giveaway

I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Roman Meal. I received product samples to facilitate my review and a promotional item to thank me for participating.

One of the things I love most about Roman Meal bread is that it is always baked fresh locally in bakeries across the country. It makes a big difference in the taste of bread when it is fresh. I can tell it’s fresh when I eat Roman Meal breads.

I was sent Roman Meal whole wheat bread. I switched our family over to whole wheat bread several years ago and I am happy that both of my kids eat it (and love it) with no complaints. Studies have shown whole grain intake may reduce the risk of heart disease, and whole grains are a good source for vitamin D, calcium, and fiber. So it just makes sense to only give my family whole grains.

With school now in full swing for us I have been sending lunch with my son on the days he doesn’t like what is being offered in the cafeteria. I made his sandwich with Roman Meal bread and he LOVES it!

We also used it as a healthy “bun” choice on our yummy turkey burgers the other night for dinner. Delicious! There are so many different ways you can incorporate Roman Meal bread into meals.

The Roman Meal website has a lot of great recipes you can make for your family. I can’t wait to try some of them! Here are a couple I am wanting to try…

Teriyaki Turkey Meatballs

Asian spices, lean turkey and Roman Meal whole grain goodness make the perfect meatball.

Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 12

Directions:

1. Preheat ove to 375 F. Foil-line one baking sheet.

2. Break bread slices into pieces; place in blender or food processor. Process until finely ground into crumbs. Remove 3/4 cup, reserve remaining bread crumbs.

3. Combine ground turkey, 3/4 cup bread crumbs, green onions, egg, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, pepper and chili sauce in medium bowl. Divide turkey mixture into 36, 1-inch balls. Roll meatballs in remaining bread crumbs and place on baking sheet.

4. Bake 20 to 25 minutes until cooked through. Remove from oven.

5. Assemble meatballs and pineapple chunks on skewers.

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Whole Grain Apple & Herb Stuffing

Lighten up your stuffing recipe by using whole grain bread, olive oil, dried fruit and apples.

Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 50 Minutes Ready In: 70 Minutes Servings: 12

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350° F.

2. Place bread cubes on two baking sheets in single layer. Bake 15 minutes, stirring several times, until golden brown. Remove from oven.

3. Meanwhile, heat broth in small saucepan over high heat. Add cherries; remove from heat. Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and apples; cover. Cook 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

4. Place broth with cherries and onion-apple mixture in large bowl. Stir in bread cubes and herbs; season with salt and pepper. Add pecans if desired. Transfer into 3-quart casserole or 9 x 13-inch baking dish; cover with foil. Bake 30 minutes.

5. Bake 30 minutes; remove foil. Bake an additional 10 to 15 minutes until top is slightly browned.