[msg. 21+] This is a sponsored post and may contain affiliate links. All opinions are mine. In my family, summertime is synonymous with firing up the grill. We have a system when it comes to cooking during the summer. My husband mans the grill and I make the sides and dessert. When I saw the current Garden & Grill BabbleBoxx, it was like it was made for the two of us! Here is my unboxing video with the help of my daughter Caitlin.
New RITZ Crisp & Thins
Caitlin’s favorite were the New RITZ Crisp & Thins. We received the Bacon, Sea Salt, Salt and Vinegar and Cream Cheese & Onion. We took them to the water park. They were the perfect snack! They have the same richness of RITZ Crackers, but are a thin and crispy, oven-baked chip. I love that they have half the fat of the leading potato chip. These new Ritz are my New snack! The 7.1 ounce bags retail for a suggested retail price of $3.69. Single serve packs are also available at convenience stores for a suggested retail price of $1.49. Stay connected with Ritz Crackers on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.
Mario Camacho Snack Olives
Next are the incredibly tasty Mario Camacho Snack Olives. They make the perfect healthy snack on the go! I love them on their own, in a salad or in a very dry vodka martini! You can choose from four delicious flavors; Garlic, Savory Pepper, Sea Salt Green, and Sea Salt Ripe Olives. These easy to grab and eat snacks are low carb and have zero cholesterol. They are individually packed without the brine, so there is no liquid mess! Each snack pouch has only 60 calories! Print a money saving coupon on their website or Facebook page! Buy on amazon.com and save 20% with your Amazon Prime membership! Stay connected with Mario Camacho on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.
Green Giant® Baked Beans
I was so excited to see this new product! We love to serve baked beans when we grill out. To know a brand I trust now makes them makes me very happy! The Green Giant® Baked Beans are slow-baked to perfection and just in time for summer! The new products are available at your local Food Lion, Schnucks and Giant Eagle. These Green Giant Baked Beans are cooked in iron pots and brick ovens to capture their rich flavor. You can find them in Original, Maple, Vegetarian and Country Style varieties. Stay connected with Green Giant on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.
Newman’s Own Sweet & Spicy Barbecue Sauce
I have been a huge fan of the Newman’s Own brand for years. I love that 100% of the profits go to charity. It makes you feel good about purchasing their delicious dressings and now their Sweet & Spicy Barbecue Sauce. My husband could not wait to get his hands on this new sauce to baste on our chicken tenders. We had it last night for dinner and it was absolutely delicious! It has no high fructose corn syrup and is made with only the highest quality ingredients like cane sugar and back strap molasses. It retails for $2.99 and is perfect for grilling, dipping and marinating. Not sure where to buy your favorite Newman’s Own products? Just use this store locator for the retailer nearest you!
Newman’s Own Citrus Splash Dressing
I cannot tell you how much I love this Newman’s Own Citrus Splash Dressing! I used it in my Strawberry Chicken Salad Sandwich Wraps this week. The kids just loved them! The refreshing flavor is a fruity blend of citrus flavors. It is perfect for your summer recipes. You can use it as a dressing, dip or marinade. It is really great as a chicken or pork marinade! You will get a myriad of flavors in the dressing from lemon and lime to tangerine. You won’t find any artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives and it is Kosher certified. Stay connected with Newman’s Own on Facebook.
SVEDKA: Limited-Edition Party Bottle
And finally! The star of my Vodka Infused Watermelon Granita; SVEDKA Vodka! I am a vodka girl, so this was a huge treat for me! I was super happy to let my husband man the grill while I had a nice cold vodka martini with a packet of the Mario Camacho Snack Olives! Don’t you love the festive bottle with it’s colorful stars and stripes BOOM on the packaging? If that doesn’t say summertime and Fourth of July, I don’t know what does! It is perfect for your summertime entertaining and my Vodka Infused Watermelon Granita! Or you can make your own SVEDKA’s signature cocktail. If you aren’t familiar, SVEDKA is the #1 Imported Vodka in the US. Ask your local wine and spirits store if they have theirs in stock! Stay connected with SVEDKA Vodka on Facebook and Instagram.
Ingredients
- 8 cups of seedless watermelon chunks
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- 1/2 cup vodke
Instructions
- In your blender or food processor, add all ingredients. Pulse until smooth. About 2 minutes.
- Pour into a 9x13 pan. Freeze for one hour.
- Scrape sides and middle to mix thoroughly. Freeze for an additional 2-3 hours.
- Using a large spoon or ice cream scoop, serve in a dessert cup or martini glass. Garnish with a sprig of mint.
- If you want a non-alcoholic version, just leave out the vodka. The remaining steps are the same.
Which item from the Garden & Grill BabbleBoxx are you most excited to try?
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
June 22, 2017 at 6:05 pmThat granita sounds amazing! I have to try that!
Kristen @ My 3 Little Kittens says
June 22, 2017 at 6:05 pmI love how easy this recipe is to make. It is summertime after all and time to enjoy ourselves!
Jeanette says
June 22, 2017 at 6:05 pmI want that Vodka Infused Watermelon Granita!! I wish I could eat that right of the screen. I think what I will do is grill with the Neumanns own barbecue sauce and then just sit back and relax and eat this watermelon granita.
Jennifer Van Huss says
June 22, 2017 at 6:08 pmThis sounds like the perfect treat for when the girls come over!! I can’t wait to make this for therm!
candy says
June 22, 2017 at 7:06 pmNewman’s different dressing and BBQ sauce are always delicious. We don’t drink but I will share this with some of our friends who do, Believe they would enjoy this drink.
Tara says
June 22, 2017 at 8:22 pmWhat a great box. I love using Newman’s Own products. I think it’s amazing that 100% of profits go to charity.
Amy Desrosiers says
June 22, 2017 at 8:31 pmI need to try this vodka myself. The granita looks amazing and is made of my favorite fruit!
Mama to 6 Blessings says
June 22, 2017 at 8:40 pmThose are a bunch of great goodies! I have received a Babblebox before, loved it!
Sarah says
June 22, 2017 at 8:47 pmThis recipe is EVERYTHING. I need that watermelon granita in my life, like now, like 10 minutes ago. I got a Slurpee on the way home from errands today, and suddenly I feel like I”m in the driest desert and nothing will do but that drink. Yum!
Jeni says
June 22, 2017 at 9:05 pmI’ll take one, or two, or maybe three of those watermelon granita’s. It doesn’t get any better than vodka and watermelon in a summer treat.
Claudia Krusch says
June 22, 2017 at 9:34 pmThese are all great products. I would love to try the Vodka Infused Watermelon Granita.
Dawn McAlexander says
June 22, 2017 at 10:05 pmThis is one heck of a box! I love the granita too! This is the hit of this box, no doubt. I want to try some of this right now!
Sarah L says
June 22, 2017 at 10:14 pmLots of fun food in this box. I’d like the granita for this too hot heat.
Lisa Heath says
June 22, 2017 at 10:36 pmHoly crap that looks absolutely incredible and SO refreshing! I showed my husband and he agreed – we kinda need to make this ourselves
Nellie Blazina says
June 22, 2017 at 10:58 pmYES PLEASE!!! I Need that amazing watermelon drink in my life. Looks like the perfect addition to a hot summer day by the pool.
reesa says
June 22, 2017 at 11:41 pmOH my! This granita looks delicious and perfect for the summer!
Dogvills says
June 23, 2017 at 12:27 amThis looks so yummy. I love watermelon and this looks easy to make. Thanks for the recipe.
Madi says
June 23, 2017 at 12:39 amI want this for dessert! I love the combination of flavors, it sounds right up my alley and oh so delicious!
Crystal says
June 23, 2017 at 12:46 amIt all looks so yummy! I have been craving something a little salty, so those olives are calling to me.
Sarah says
June 23, 2017 at 12:49 amI’ve never heard of a watermelon granita but it sure looks yummy! I might have to try this at our next summer BBQ.
Lena B says
June 23, 2017 at 1:28 amSuch delicious drink – I am head over hills for explorations like that. The salad looks super amazing – any lunch favorite, I would be happy to enjoy it with Newman Own’s
Toni | Boulder Locavore says
June 23, 2017 at 5:35 amI would love to try that watermelon granita! Such a perfect summer drink!
krystal says
June 23, 2017 at 6:41 amThat granita looks AMAZING! I will have to give that one a try since it seems to refreshing!
mycraftingworld says
June 23, 2017 at 7:26 amI have not seen the new RITZ Crisp & Thins. I am going to to the store today, I will be looking for them. Thank you for reviewing them.
Autumn R Reo says
June 23, 2017 at 9:05 amI want to make this over the weekend for my guests! I’ll just have to work to keep it from turning from a granita to watermelon punch!
Barrie says
June 23, 2017 at 10:49 amSounds like a very refreshing summer drink that I’ll make when my brother visits. My teen loves the new Ritz crips and thins. I was surprised when she wanted the salt and vinegar but she loves the flavor and crunchiness!
Dana Rodriguez says
June 23, 2017 at 12:01 pmVodka Infused Watermelon Granita looks so good! New RITZ Crisp & Thins are SO good.. I am seriously addicted to the sea salt and the cream cheese and onion. Best new snack ever!
Rebecca Swenor says
June 23, 2017 at 5:28 pmThis Garden & Grill BabbleBoxx sounds amazing and this would make a great gift idea too. The Vodka Infused Watermelon Granita sounds amazing and I will have to try this recipe for our next cookout. Thanks for sharing the information and recipe.
ellen beck says
June 23, 2017 at 9:07 pmI absolutely love anything with watermelon in it in the summer especially. While normally not a drinker, I can enjoy vodka now and then and this is rightup my alley . I bet you could have this in a pitcher!
Adaleta says
June 23, 2017 at 11:24 pmI love watermelon so I will have to try this out on the weekend!!
ricci says
June 24, 2017 at 12:30 amOh my! This recipe sounds amazing and perfect for summer!! I love watermelon and could so see myself eating this treat on the 4th!!
Echo says
June 24, 2017 at 11:34 amOh my god, everything in this box looks so good! I seriously want to try that salad dressing. Your watermelon granita looks fabulous as well.
Annemarie LeBlanc says
June 25, 2017 at 8:05 amThose were all awesome items in your box. I would want to try that BBQ sauce. The watermelon granita looks refreshing too. I’m going to try making that.
Mary Songer says
June 25, 2017 at 10:57 pmWhat a great post. Lots of new products that sound great. And I love the granita recipe. A fantastic way to have an adult dessert that is refreshing for summer.
Margot C says
June 26, 2017 at 9:15 pmI love those litte pacs of olives, the olives seem fresher and firmer in them.
Sarah L says
June 27, 2017 at 11:23 pmI wanted the Vodka Infused Watermelon Granita; SVEDKA Vodka today when the temp hit 97 degrees. Cool and refreshing.
Lowanda J says
June 28, 2017 at 6:57 pmWell you definitely enticed me with with vodka and that watermelon granita! That’s definitely a winner for summer.
Sandra Preti says
July 5, 2017 at 10:45 amDelicious!!
Renee Rousseau says
July 5, 2017 at 5:52 pmI have to try your Vodka Infused Watermelon Granita! It looks delicious and I love watermelon! SVEDKA Vodka is on the top of my shopping list!
Marcie W. says
July 6, 2017 at 12:30 pmSo many yummy products and all ideal for summer cooking. Your vodka infused granita looks absolutely amazing!
Jeanine Carlson says
July 9, 2017 at 3:21 amAll of those products sound great but I think I’d like to try the Ritz crackers the most. I am a snacker at heart!
Jenna Hudson says
July 13, 2017 at 8:42 amThis looks like the perfect summer treat for adults. Will need to make this for the next get-together with my friends on the patio!
Sarah L says
July 26, 2017 at 3:10 amI haven’t tried the Newman’s Own Citrus Splash yet. I will be trying it soon.
mycraftingworld says
September 4, 2017 at 1:59 pmAll of this sounds so good. I want the watermelon to day. You have the greatest ideas. Thank you.
Mary Songer says
September 30, 2017 at 7:59 pmI tried the Newman’s Own Citrus Splash dressing and I loved it. Good not just for summer meals. We’ve had some 90 days this week. Maybe one last summer meal with a refreshing granita.
Richard Hicks says
October 20, 2017 at 4:01 amI like trying new drinks. This one is so appealing and so easy to do!
Sherrie Cruson says
October 22, 2017 at 12:10 amI haven’t tried RITZ Crisp & Thins but they sure sound good! The vodka infused watermelon granitas also sound refreshing, especially on a hot Summer’s day.
Rosie says
October 31, 2017 at 3:44 pmI’d like to try the SVEDKA Vodka for use in recipes, for pie crusts (Cooks Illustrated uses a little vodka to keep it tender), and for ice cream! I’d like to make granita, too.
mycraftingworld says
November 14, 2017 at 7:18 amIt all looks so good even the second time around. I did not realize that Green Giant had Baked Beans.
mycraftingworld says
April 1, 2018 at 6:39 amI recently tried the Newman’s Own Citrus Splash Dressing. it is so good. It is going to be so good on summer salads.