The Halton Mom

Crock Pot Pork Tacos Recipe

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Mon, 28 May 2012 08:00:07 PDT

I love my Crock Pot. I use it at least once a week sometimes more. So when I got a hold of some nicely priced pork tenderloin, I thought it would be a great idea to pull my Crock Pot out and make some yummy restaurant style pork tacos! I couldn't find a recipe to go with what was in my cabinets or taste buds so I threw this one together. I thought you all might want to try it out.

Here is what you will need:

Crock Pot Pork Tacos

1- 3lb Pork Tenderloin Roast ( or 6 Chicken Breasts if you don't do pork.)

1-10.5 Ounce Can Tomato with Green Pepper & Onion (or Rotel would work for more kick!)

1- Packet Taco Seasoning (or you could use this homemade taco mix .)

1-Tablespoon Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Mix (or this mix.)

Pour the tomatoes and seasoning mixes into the Crock Pot. Stir everything together until it is well mixed. Now add your Pork Tenderloin Roast and roll it around in the juices. Pull some of the tomatoes on top of the roast.

Cover and cook on low 8-10 hours. The pork will be so tender you can easily shredded with forks. Once shredded mix it all together once more and spoon on to taco shells.

We used soft shells and remember you can heat those up straight on the burner with tongs!

These were so good and we had plenty left over to freeze for another night! Be sure and add your favorite fixings to this one by running it through the dairy and the garden. That's it, this one is way too easy.

Enjoy and if you liked it, than ya shoulda put a pin on it! ;)

Weekly Meal Plan 5/28

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Mon, 28 May 2012 05:00:10 PDT

The weather decided to heat up over the weekend. It was great! We got some work done on the garden and had a lot of fun with our kiddos. A recurring problem all weekend was "What are we cooking?" Well, who wants to cook when it is hot? Sandwiches do get old. So...I say its Crock Pot time! I'm so excited. Here is my plan for the week and all of it is coming from my wonderful Crock Pot.

Crock Pot Ham and Scalloped Potatoes with Garden Lettuce with Bacon (TY B&C! (-‿♥) )
Crock Pot Ravioli with Garden Salad and Garlic Bread
Crock Pot Cabbage Rolls with Leftover Scalloped Potatoes
Crock Pot Pinto Beans with Fried Cornbread (Be on the look out.. I have a plan for the leftovers! I must get some freezer cooking accomplished.)
Leftover Buffet
The Weekend for the rest of the summer we will grill mostly, a lot of burgers and chicken.

Have a great week and welcome to all my newest followers!

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Free Sample Invisible Glass Wipes + Rebate!

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Mon, 28 May 2012 04:00:07 PDT

FREE Sample! Limited time offer. Hurry, while supplies last.
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Free Stayfree Sample

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Mon, 28 May 2012 03:30:02 PDT

Want a free sample of Stayfree? No problem, just go to this link fill out the form with your shipping info and you'll get one in your mailbox in a month or so. =)
Go there now!

Fad and Glamor Giveaway - 5/28 - 6/10

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Sun, 27 May 2012 21:01:00 PDT

Hello readers back again with another great giveaway. This is a fun one for the stylish girl in your life. This would be great for a gift or for yourself ladies. Good luck and keep reading for more info about the Fad and Glamor Giveaway, the great sponsors and how to win! Remember to share the love with your friends and family, the more the merrier. :)

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Mail time! What did you get?

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Sat, 26 May 2012 18:47:35 PDT

Here's the mail, it never fails.
It makes me want to wag my tail.
When it comes I want to wail -

Mail!

This week I received 2 Garnier samples,1 cure lotion, a couple of cologne samples, Watch magazine, BabyTalk, Entertainment Weekly, Field & Stream, and the Father's Day card! I didn't put it in the photo. I had company in the room watching me take photos of my FREE stuff. ;)

Want to stay informed on all the new freebies? Be sure and follow, like, share, pin, or subscribe to The Halton Mom blog.

So what did you get? Share your pictures with me, please. I love hearing from you all. :)

Happy freebie hunting,

Free Sample Finish Quantum on Facebook

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Sat, 26 May 2012 04:48:23 PDT

Free Sample of Finish Quantum Dishwasher Detergent – “LIKE” on Facebook and fill out the form.

They also have a coupon for $.75 off Finish Power Up. Click here to get your COUPON.

Free: Subscription to Wall Street Journal - RewardsGold.com

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Fri, 25 May 2012 21:08:53 PDT

Head over to this link now and fill out the form to request your FREE subscribtion to The Wall Street Journal. I love freebies like this one, 39 week subscriptions to WSJ can be VERY expensive.
If you want to stay informed subscribe to my newsletter its free. FYI: Likes and shares keep you informed on Facebook too.

Happy freebie hunting!

Tutorial: Easy Cute No Heat Sock Curls

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Fri, 25 May 2012 07:00:02 PDT

When I first joined Pinterest one of the things I wanted to learn about the most was new ways to fix my daughter's hair. We had done the ponytails, braids, and pigtails to death. And I didn't want to fry her hair with curling irons and flat irons. Early on I found some great tips on how to curl hair, without heat, with socks. Best part, you should already have everything you need in your bathroom and sock drawer! We had to try it. We loved it and I thought my readers would too. So...ya interested? Good, lets get started. :)

Things you will need:

1. Freshly Shampooed Towel Dry/Wet Hair

2. 5-10 Dress Socks depending on how much hair you have to work with.

3. Curling Mouse, Gel, or Spray

4. Finishing or Hair Spray

5. Comb

6. Clips to hold hair up in sections. I used whatever I could find in the house. I think I used a pencil for one. ;)

After you've finally wrestled your child in and out of the shower make sure to dry the hair as much as possible with a towel. If the hair is too wet the curls won't hold. Okay now work some of the Curling Gel throughout the hair, scalp to tip. Now comb and divide the hair into sections, clipping each section up and away from the section you'll be working with first. Remember the bigger sections will form more of a wave and the smaller sections produce a tighter curl.

Take your first section and comb it straight, take your first sock and wrap the hair keeping it flat and curling the tips under from tip to scalp. Make sure and tuck any loose ends in while your rolling or those pieces will not curl. Now have your child hold the wrapped hair and the sock down with their hand while you tie the ends of the sock together. It's okay if the sock knot is loose from the scalp and moves freely. Repeat this step with each section until your child's hair looks like the picture below. Now spray the knots with hair spray and tuck your kiddo into bed.

In the morning the knots will have slipped out a little as they are slept on. No biggie, just untie the socks and pull your beautiful curls out one by one. Use your fingers to style the hair and spread the curls out evenly and around the face. Spray the style with hair spray and your done.

You could also pull one side up with a bobbie pin, pull the sides up into a half pony, add a braided head band, or leave it loose like we did here.

If you need more help with this one here is a video from Babesinhairland.com on Pinterest. They have countless styles, tips, and videos to help you make your child over everyday!

I hope you have fun with this one we sure did. We still get a giggle using Daddy's old socks to fix her hair. :) Remember to like, share or pin this one if you enjoyed it, THANKS.
Have a great day!

Free: Tricalm Anti-Itch Cream Sample - tricalm.com

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Fri, 25 May 2012 04:30:04 PDT


	Enter your email on the following page to reserve your free sample of Tricalm Anti-Itch cream. Then fill in the short form on the next page. Samples will ship in June. Click here NOW!

FREE: Sample of Yogi Tea - Yogiproducts.com

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Fri, 25 May 2012 04:00:02 PDT

Get a FREE sample of Yogi tea! Easy form to fill out.
Enjoy!

Sample: Quaker Oatmeal Squares - Facebook

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Fri, 25 May 2012 03:13:28 PDT

Have you requested your free breakfast yet? Here's how...click this LINK, drop you shipping info into the form and you will get your box in 4-6 weeks. If you've already requested one, share with a friend.

Enjoy!
Like or comment if you get one. :)

FREE: Sample of StimuLean Energy Supplement

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Thu, 24 May 2012 06:00:10 PDT

Get a FREE sample Stimulean Energy Supplement here.
Down, lower right, and click on “Get a free sample today”.

Free: Beastie Boys Double Check Your Head Album Download - Max Tannone

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Thu, 24 May 2012 05:00:11 PDT

I was a teen in the 90s. I will always love the music. The Beastie Boys were not my all time favorite or anything but they had some great songs. As a child of the 90s I felt it was my duty to share this great freebie with my readers.

Click here now for your FREE Beastie Boys Double Check Your Head Album Download!

1. Beastie Boys - 01 - 3's What'cha Want 3.36
2. Beastie Boys - 02 - Pass The Gratitude 3.19
3. Beastie Boys - 03 - Booty Groove 3.16
4. Beastie Boys - 04 - Jimmy Namaste 2.50
5. Beastie Boys - 05 - Maestro's Got To Give 3.08
6. Beastie Boys - 06 - Skills To Lighten Up 3.37
7. Beastie Boys - 07 - Too Many Rappers (Max Tannone remix) 4.05

These will load into your iTunes no problem and the cover art is included in the download.

"Like" if you got the one. Please. =)

HOT Giveaway: Win a Kindle Fire! - 5/24-6/21

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Wed, 23 May 2012 23:07:45 PDT

Okay ladies and gents I am beyond excited for this great opportunity. This is going to be the biggest giveaway to date on The Halton Mom. Who wants to win a Kindle Fire? Keep reading to find out more about this great giveaway. And don't forget to enter in the Rafflecopter below for your chance to win!

DonnasDealsAndMore has teamed up with Giveaway Scoop and an awesome group of bloggers to bring you an amazing giveaway! Have you seen Giveaway Scoop yet? They recently launched with the goal to make finding giveaways more fun and easy. Here’s the fun part: all giveaways are displayed in large image-based tiles for the “wow” factor. Plus, infinite scrolling lets you scan through hundreds of active giveaways. And, the easy part is: all the giveaways are just one click away. You gotta love that!

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This awesome giveaway is brought to you by Giveaway Scoop and DonnasDealsAndMore, and co-hosted by BabyCostCutters, Couponer's Corner, Smartchicology, Family, Love and Other Stuff, Trinkies, Be radiant by mark, Mommy Moments with Abby, and This Girl's No Expert All you have to do is fill out the Rafflecopter Below. Remember you can fill out as many or as few extra entries as you want on the Rafflecopter form!

This giveaway will run from 12:01 am on May 24th to 11:59 pm (eastern time) on June 21st. You can tweet and share this giveaway daily for extra entries...so come back and increase your chances! The winner will be notified by email and will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen! This giveaway is open to US and Canada. Entrants must be 18 years are older.

Disclosure: I received no compensation for this publication. My opinions are my own and may differ from those of your own. The Halton Mom is not responsible for sponsor prize shipment.

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Free: Personalized Father's Day Card - Treat.com

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Wed, 23 May 2012 16:55:05 PDT

How cute is that? Maybe its just my kids but that's a NICE card. It has photos on the inside and one small picture on the back with a little customizable "made by" section. Here is the great news...it was FREE. Treat.com is offering new members a free Father's Day card you can personalize yourself!

Look at my checkout below...

Told you! They do ask for a credit card number but mine was not charged. As soon as I got my confirmation number I went into my account and deleted the CC number. Easy easy and too good to pass up.

Here's how to get one of your own!

1.Head over to Treat.com and sign up for an account.
2.Select a card.
3.Click "Personalize"
4.Make a beautiful card!
5.Preview your work.
6. Choose your shipping & other options. I stuck with free. ;)
7. Head to checkout.
8. Drop " TREATDAD " in the promo code box just above your Grand Total.
9. Add your CC info. This would be a good time to use those prepaids from Christmas with $2 left on it. ;)
10. Check out and you will see you have your card on its way, FREE of charge.

Remember you can go to your account to remove your CC info as soon as you get your confirmation number.

Pass this one on to your friends and family! I mean who doesn't love FREE?
=)

Free: Choice of 3 Bottled Hugo Boss Samples!

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Wed, 23 May 2012 16:48:02 PDT

Choose 1 of 3 Bottle Hugo Boss Samples! Hurry this one won't last long at all. Click here. Click on "Order Sample" Lower left beside the bottle pictured above.

Enjoy and let me know if you score one!

Free: Personal Pan Pizza & Choice of Drink - Pizza Hut 3 A's Program

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Wed, 23 May 2012 04:00:01 PDT

This would be a great way to encourage good grades! I know my Elementary schooler will enjoy this freebie find. :)

"Each marking period, any child who has 3 A’s or the equivalent thereof, will receive one Personal Pan Pizza and a small soft drink or carton of milk by presenting his or her report card to the manager. This offer is good for Elementary and Middle School students. Dine-in only. Student must be present and the original report card must be presented. Available at participating locations."

Hurry in today to get your kiddos their reward for all their hard work!
If you 'like' this freebie let me know. ;)

Freebie: Thornton Floss Kit - Thortonfloss.com

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Wed, 23 May 2012 03:30:02 PDT

Head over here to grab a FREE Floss Kit simply fill out the form. :)

Be sure and 'like' or comment to let others know this is a working sample.

Enjoy!

Free: Personalized Mug $8.99 Value! - Inkgarden.com

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Wed, 23 May 2012 03:00:10 PDT

Inkgarden.com is offering a new mug FREE with personalization! This will make a great Father's Day gift! Here is how to grab your FREE Coffee mug from Inkgarden.com!

1.) Head over HERE
2.) Click Get yours now
3.) Select & Mug
4.)Click Customize now
5.)Personalize & Create your mug
6.)Approve & Order
7.)Add Promo Code FREEMUG at check out !

Need one more? You can get an additional 11 ounce mug for $1 buy using my rewards link found here.

If you get a mug... let me know.. just 'like' or leave a comment! ;)

Free: O.B. Tampons Sample - Startsampling.com

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Tue, 22 May 2012 03:30:00 PDT


	O.B. is offering visitors the chance to get a free sample! Complete the sign up form to receive yours. Click here now!

Freebie: Nail and Pedicure Kit - United Foam Facebook

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Tue, 22 May 2012 03:00:10 PDT

I want one don't you? It is pretty easy to get one. All you need to do is 'like' their page and share United Foam's Facebook to receive one of those cuties above. Here is more from them...

"Test our products for free! We will send you a free nail and pedicure kit if you help us to reach more people. Post a link to our facebook page on your facebook, blog, twitter etc. and complete the form below. We will check your submission within one day and ship the kit shortly."

Click here now to get started!

Free: Feed Your Family on a Tight Budget [Kindle Edition]-Amazon

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Tue, 22 May 2012 02:30:01 PDT

Click over to Amazon now and download Feed Your Family on a Tight Budget free with Amazon prime!

Weekly Meal Plan: 5/21

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Mon, 21 May 2012 05:00:09 PDT

Photo Courtesy of Food.com

Last week Kroger had a great deal on Pork Tenderloin. I am hoping to spread that out and feed the four of us twice this week. Here is my plan which is always flexible and ever changing. This is a reminder for me so I'm not spending hours looking into the fridge and cabinets clueless. Enjoy!

Baked Pancakes (picture above) and Sausage Links
BBQ Pork Tenderloin, Tater Salad, & Baked Beans
Cowboy Casserole
Crockpot Pork Carnitas
Salads
Leftover Buffet

If you need help figuring out your own plan here is a link to my favorite meal planning site.

I hope you are enjoying all the freebie finds! Please feel free to comment anytime. I love hearing from you all.

Have a great week!

Free: Choose 1 of 5 Pantyliner Samples - Carefree

noreply@blogger.com (Liz@THM) — Mon, 21 May 2012 03:30:01 PDT

Carefree is offering free samples of their Carefree pantyliners! You have your choice of 5 different samples! Simply fill in the form on the linked page to send off for your free Carefree sample.
Click here now... :)