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Pappy Allium weekly feature
Here we go! đż THATâS A WRAP, PAPPY! đż Well, Pappy Allium came to the kitchen this week and apparently had something to prove. đ Breakfast potatoes? Crushed it. đĽ Chicken? Made it interesting. đ Hot honey? Ohhh⌠now weâre showing off. đŻđĽ With paprika, onion, kosher salt, cayenne and white pepper, this little tin reminded us that BIG flavor doesnât require a ridiculous number of ingredientsâor half the spice cabinet spread across the counter. Pappy is smoky. Savory. A li
Joanne
4 days ago1 min read
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OPA! Blend - Thatâs a wrap!
đŹđˇ OPA! Greek Blend Weekly Blend of the Week Recap What a delicious week! This week we traveled to the Mediterranean without ever leaving our kitchens. Together we discovered what makes HS Creations OPA! Greek Blend one of our most versatile handcrafted seasonings. Throughout the week we explored: đż The Mediterranean starts with fresh herbs. We highlighted oregano, rosemary, basil, garlic, onion, dill, lemon peel, and the perfectly balanced blend that brings them together.
Joanne
Aug 12 min read
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đ§â¨ Thatâs a Wrap on Our Must Be Garlic Blend of the Week! â¨đ§
What a delicious week itâs been! We explored why Must Be Garlic is so much more than just garlic seasoningâitâs a handcrafted blend that transforms everyday cooking into something extraordinary. This week we: đ§ Shared creative recipes you can make in minutes. đ§ Showed just how versatile one blend can beâfrom breads and vegetables to meats, seafood, pasta, dips, and more. đ§ Highlighted how one handcrafted tin can replace a cabinet full of individual seasonings, saving bo
Joanne
Jul 261 min read
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Special Diet? HS Creations Can Help!
đĽ One Blend. Every Lifestyle. One Delicious Choice. Whether youâre living Keto, Mediterranean, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Vegan, Whole30, or simply trying to eat a little healthier, thereâs an HS Creations blend made for your table. ⨠Our customers have spokenâthese are some, just some of our top-selling blends, handcrafted to make healthy meals anything but boring. đż Pure, organic ingredients. đŠâđł Small-batch crafted. đ Big, unforgettable flavor. No matter how you eat, you
Joanne
Jul 231 min read
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Mangiare (Italian) Blend Wrap up
đŽđš Thatâs a Wrap on Mangiare Blend Week! What an incredible week celebrating one of our favorite handcrafted blends! Over the past several days, weâve explored just how versatile HS Creations Mangiare Blend truly isâand hopefully inspired a few new ideas for your next Italian-inspired meal. This week we discovered⌠đż What makes Mangiare so special A handcrafted blend of seven premium organic herbs and spices: ⢠Oregano ⢠Parsley ⢠Basil ⢠Red Pepper ⢠Rosemary ⢠Thyme ⢠Ga
Joanne
Jul 192 min read
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Southern Spice Blend Wrap Up
Weekly Blend of the Week â Southern Spice This week, we celebrated one of our most versatile handcrafted blendsâSouthern Spice Blend. Throughout the week, we shared recipes, cooking inspiration, health benefits, cost comparisons, and reasons why this blend has become a favorite in so many kitchens. Hereâs everything we featured in one place. đż Meet Southern Spice Meet this weekâs featured blend⌠Southern Spice! One handcrafted blend. Endless possibilities. Perfect on: Chicke
Joanne
Jul 133 min read
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Cookbook -Coming Soon
â¨đ COMING SOON â STAY TUNED! đ⨠What started as a passion for bold flavors and bringing people together is becoming something truly special. Introducing Cookinâ With HS Creations â a cookbook created for food lovers, home cooks, families, and anyone who believes that great meals create lasting memories. Inside youâll discover: đż Handcrafted seasoning blends đ˝ď¸ Mouthwatering recipes đĽ Bold, unforgettable flavors â¤ď¸ The heart and purpose behind HS Creations This isnât just
Joanne
Jun 121 min read
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Garlic Lovers Shrimp
đ§đ¤ GARLIC LOVERS⌠THIS ONEâS FOR YOU! đ¤đ§ Our HS Creations Must Be Garlic Shrimp is loaded with bold garlic flavor, rich butter, tender shrimp, creamy provolone, savory Parmesan, and melty mozzarella cheese. With just a few simple ingredients and 12 minutes in the oven, youâll have a restaurant-quality seafood dish thatâs perfect for busy weeknights, date nights, or entertaining guests. ⨠Butteryâ¨â¨ Cheesyâ¨â¨ Garlickyâ¨â¨ Absolutely Irresistible Made with our signature HS Crea
Joanne
Jun 101 min read
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HS Creations Salami Roll!
HS Creations Salami Bouquet Roll Ingredients 1 lb thinly sliced Genoa salami 8 oz cream cheese, softened 1 cup shredded provolone cheese 1 cup thinly sliced deli ham Fresh rosemary sprigs Fresh dill Chives for garnish HS Creations Filling Options - There are so many options! Here are just a few: Option 1: Must Be Garlic Roll 8 oz cream cheese 1½ TBSP HS Creations Must Be Garlic Blend ½ cup shredded provolone Flavor Profile: Rich, creamy, garlicky, and crowd-pleasing. Option 2
Joanne
Jun 92 min read
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HS Creationsâ - History of Our Blends
Al Pastor Blend (Taco) Al Pastor traces back to Lebanese immigrants who brought shawarmaâstyle spitâroasting to Mexico in the early 1900s. Mexican cooks adapted it using local chiles, annatto, and pineapple, eventually creating the nowâiconic taco al pastor widely associated with central Mexico. Argentinian Blend (Chimichurri) Chimichurri emerged in the gaucho (cowboy) grilling traditions of Argentina and Uruguay. Made from fresh herbs, garlic, and vinegar, it was historicall
Joanne
May 117 min read
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Sustainability - Refill Your Tins
HS Creations is redefining the spice space with handcrafted, organic herb and spice blends designed to elevate everyday cooking while honoring the planet. Founded on the belief that exceptional flavor and environmental responsibility should go hand in hand, HS Creations delivers thoughtfully curated blends made from high-quality organic ingredients â without compromise. Each blend is carefully crafted to inspire home cooks and culinary enthusiasts alike, offering vibrant, bal
Joanne
Mar 91 min read
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Understanding the Difference Between Spices and Herbs
Introduction The distinction between spices and herbs is a fascinating topic, primarily because the definitions can shift depending on who is describing themâwhether it is an herbologist or a spice expert. Although they may seem similar, the two have unique characteristics based on their origins and uses. Herbology Perspective In the field of herbology, there is a clear difference between what is considered a tea and what qualifies as an herbal tea. Generally, most people vie
Joanne
Feb 52 min read
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QA -HS Creations
A note from the Founder/Creator of HS Creations, LLC. âTopic: QA is like setting out the best ways of working so HS Creationâs can confidently deliver reliable, high-quality resultsâno matter what weâre creating. QA, or Quality Assurance, is a systematic approach to ensuring HS Creationsâ products meet established standards by preventing problems rather than just fixing them. It involves planning, implementing processes, testing, and continuous improvement to deliver reliabl
Joanne
Jan 81 min read
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Kosher Salt. Why?
Do you know why HS Creationsâ ONLY use Kosher Salt in our Blends? Kosher salt is valued in cooking for its coarse, flaky texture, making it easy to handle, season precisely, and create meat crusts since it dissolves slowly and doesnât clump. The name âkosher saltâ comes from its traditional use in koshering meat according to Jewish dietary laws, where its large crystals efficiently draw out blood and are easily rinsed away. Unlike table salt, kosher salt typically lacks addit
Joanne
Jan 51 min read
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Food preferences - Let's Explore
Food preferences are shaped by a complex interplay of genetics , biology , and psychological experience . While some people find bold flavors overwhelming due to heightened sensitivity, others seek them out because they experience food more mildly. Why People Differ Genetic Sensitivity (Taster Status): Supertasters: Have a high density of taste buds and a specific "bitter gene" ( TAS2R38 ) that makes bold, bitter, or spicy foods taste intense or unpleasant. For them, fla
Joanne
Dec 27, 20252 min read
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Best of 2025
2025 is coming to an endâtake a look at this year's top-selling products! Food trends change throughout the year: crockpot recipes are popular in winter, seafood stands out in spring, salads and grilled dishes dominate summer, and pasta takes center stage in the fall! www.HSCreations.com
Joanne
Dec 27, 20251 min read
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Chillinâ Chilli Taste Test
Test Kitchen Tuesday: Blindfold taste đ
testers to see which is better! Blend: Chili Blends Competition: HS Creations v. National Brand Panel: 4 individuals Steps: -Blindfolded each participant -Poured each of the blends into a tasting cup -Criteria: -smell -touch -taste -presentation (color, diversity, whats more appealing) - of course when the blindfolds were off after) đ Notes: Top 4 comments from each person Theirs: -Bland -Donât know whatâs in it -Doesnât âpopâ -Ge
Joanne
Dec 3, 20251 min read
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12-25 Holiday Shipping Dates
Recommended holiday mailing and shipping dates during the holiday season, USPS says people should plan to mail and ship packages early to ensure arrival by Dec. 25. www.HSCreations.com
Joanne
Dec 3, 20251 min read
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Oils! Letâs Talk Oils!
Did you know? Farm to table is a step by step process? Gather your organic veggies and proteins. Get the right non-toxic utensils and bakeware. Choose the right oils (see video). Flavor it up HS Creationsâ organic herb and spice blends. Now you know. Find out more at www.HSCreations.com
Joanne
Dec 2, 20251 min read
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The Walking Taco
WALKING TACOS Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings: 6 Ingredients Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings 1 lb ground beef 1 TBSDP of HS Creations' Al Pastor Blend (adjust as needed) 6 (1.75 oz) packages nacho cheese-flavored corn chips (we like to Mexican Chips) 1 (8 oz) package taco cheese blend 2 tomatoes, diced 1 cup shredded lettuce 1 (8 oz) container sour cream Directions Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the
Joanne
Nov 21, 20252 min read
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