Budget Bytes: 1st ever GIVEAWAY!

1st ever GIVEAWAY!

Aaaaaaaand it's closed. Thanks for participating, everyone! The winner will be announced soon! XOXO

There have been many exciting things going on in my world lately, one of which was winning a recipe contest and receiving a gift card to Williams Sonoma as a prize!

The contest was held by the North Carolina Sweet Potato Commission and included three categories: kid friendly, sugar free, and vegetarian. Here is a link to the contest winners. My Roasted Sweet Potato and Poblano Salad won second place in the vegetarian category!

Anyway, it was really difficult to decide what to buy with the gift card because I pretty much wanted everything. One thing I knew for sure is that I wanted to use some of it to give back to all of you wonderful people who have made this blogging experience so incredibly amazing over the past two years. The gift card wasn't enough to buy something for everyone (ha ha) but I was able to buy this really cool retro mixing bowl and matching measuring cup & spoon set to give away to one lucky reader!

Cute huh? I bought a set of the bowls for myself as well. I love the spout, the extra wide lip on one side for gripping and the rubber around the bottom that helps the bowl stick to the counter top as you stir.

So, there will be one winner of the contest and they will receive:

Mixing

These mixing bowls...

measuring cups spoons

and these matching measuring cups and spoons.

Here is how to enter the giveaway:

1. Post your five favorite spices/seasonings/condiments/oils or vinegars in the comments section below.

2. Make sure the comment includes a way for me to contact you if you are the winner. That means if you comment as "anonymous" you must also leave your email or website in the comment. If you comment as a logged in user, make sure your profile either has your email or a link to your website with your email on it. Unfortunately, blogger doesn't just give me access to the email address of every commenter.

3. Post your comment before 12:00 PM central standard time on Monday, May 16th.

What happens then?

I will then use this random number generator to pick a commenter at random. I'll contact you to get your address and mail the goods out first thing Monday morning!

I can't wait to hear what your favorites are!

Off hand, I would list mine as (in no particular order): sriracha, toasted sesame oil, balsamic vinegar, Tony Chachere's extra spicy, and... hmmm... this week the fifth spot goes to smoked paprika! ;D

Of course I'll probably change that list completely after reading all of your comments... there are just too many yummy things out there to pick five.

GOOD LUCK!

One more suggestion... if you post your email in the comment, I would suggest doing it as Josie (#2) did with this format: name(at)domain(dot)com because that will prevent spam bots from grabbing your email address.

428 comments:

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Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:25 PM: Hmmm. Apple Cider vinegar, cinnamon, spicy mustard, mayo and cayenne pepper.

AR
manogirl2244@gmail.com
Josie | May 12, 2011 at 12:25 PM: Yay! Top 5 lists!
Balsamic Vinegar, Rosemary, Garlic, Grainy German Mustard & Cinnamon.
(Honorary Mention for Peanut Butter..I can't live without the stuff, but don't tend to cook with it)
joslyn(dot)rushant(at)gmail(dot)com
Taylor Ann | May 12, 2011 at 12:26 PM: Grainy mustard, sriracha, italian dressing, paprika, green salsa!

email: miss.g0ssamer@gmail.com :)
Wandering Willow | May 12, 2011 at 12:26 PM: Olive oil, dill, cilantro, cumin, red wine vinegar
email: dreamingpink2003@yahoo.com
Emily | May 12, 2011 at 12:27 PM: curry powder, tarragon, basil, kosher salt, and garlic (ps - congrats on the win! i love that salad :)
cheryl | May 12, 2011 at 12:28 PM: bethany! congrats on all your success!

my five favorite items are: nutmeg, vanilla bean, cumin, star of anise, annnnnd tarragon! yum!

email: cdavisa@gmail.com
Amanda Wrege | May 12, 2011 at 12:28 PM: GARRRRLIC! * cilantro * Sesame Seed Oil * thyme * Seasoned Rice Vinegar

amandalwrege@gmail.com
green321 | May 12, 2011 at 12:28 PM: cumin, nutmeg, smoked paprika, balsamic vinegar, cilantro!
green321 (at) gmail (dot) com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:28 PM: Congrats! That is so cool.

My five would be (also no particular order) - chipotle powder, white balsamic, toasted sesame oil, Good Earth's curry powder, and cilantro

nestraknitter at yahoo dot com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:28 PM: cumin, cinnamon, oilive oil, balsamic vingar, cilantro

marshmallowlemonade@gmail.com
Chana | May 12, 2011 at 12:29 PM: Let's see...
Toasted sesame oil, sriracha, really good olive oil, sea salt, and smoked paprika!

chanabmiller (at) gmail (dot) com
Mary Daugharty | May 12, 2011 at 12:29 PM: Old Bay Seasoning, Savory, Bay leaves, Savory, and Honey!!
Tracy | May 12, 2011 at 12:30 PM: My top 5: Cumin, Chili powder, Garlic, Cilantro and kosher salt.
mrsstillwell(at)gmail(dot)com

Thanks!!!
NutMegan821 | May 12, 2011 at 12:30 PM: Nutmeg, Basil, Lemon Pepper, Vanilla Extract, Garlic

MS
meganschrier@gmail.com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:30 PM: olive oil, cilantro, basil, garlic, cayenne pepper :)

chelle5989@yahoo.com

congrats to you!
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:32 PM: garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, old bay

atrevino02@gmail.com
Mary Daugharty | May 12, 2011 at 12:32 PM: After thinking about it.. not sure Honey qualifies So here is my edited list : )

Old bay Seasoning, Savory, Bay Leaves, Betts Seasoning, and Basil.... : )
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:32 PM: Star anise, cloves, basil, curry, and CILANTRO! Can't get enough.
sara(dot)r(dot)pace(at)gmail(dot)com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:32 PM: Cumin seed, mirin, herbs de provence, garlic, and the chipotle version of Tabasco sauce.

On another week, I would say Scarborough fair (parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme) and lemon juice.

choosing is hard!

ndaniel(at)gmail(dot)com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:32 PM: brown sugar, red pepper powder, parsley, sriracha, and sesame oil.
what a great idea for a giveaway!
erinfcrabtree at gmail .com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:34 PM: olive oil, honey mustard, sriracha, garlic, balsamic vinegar

alisonelizabeth11(at)gmail(dot)com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:34 PM: Cumin, Italian seasoning, garlic, olive oil, and Trader Joe's 21 Seasoning Salute. YUM!

Congrats on the win - I love your blog and read it all the time!
Jen - Beaverton OR
jletnaz (at) hotmail (dot) com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:35 PM: Cilantro, garlic, cumin (just learning to use this), Greek seasoning; and sriracha (for my hubby).
shevma(at)yahoo (dot)com
Ritz | May 12, 2011 at 12:35 PM: Garlic, cilantro, curry, toasted sesame oil, olive oil

Thanks for the opportunity and many congratulations on your winning :)

rsagritalo @ live.com
Emily | May 12, 2011 at 12:35 PM: molasses, paprika, horseradish, maple syrup, curry

emiksoma@gmail.com :)
Kate the Great | May 12, 2011 at 12:35 PM: I like seasoning salt, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, soy sauce, and GARLIC GARLIC GARLIC. Love it!
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:36 PM: Balsamic vinegar, garlic, curry, cinnamon and cilantro.

amberirwinriegler(at)yahoo(dot)com
hhammer | May 12, 2011 at 12:36 PM: Hmm... I guess my five would be: garlic, coconut oil, balsamic vinegar, cinnamon and parsley.

hhammer87 (at) gmail (dot) com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:36 PM: smoked paprika, whole grain mustard, chalula hot sauce, sriracha, any kinda of hummus.

zactyser@gmail.com
Phuong | May 12, 2011 at 12:36 PM: My top five include cayenne pepper, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, cilantro, and chili garlic sauce.

Thanks for having this giveaway!

pluu87(at)gmail(dot)com
Liza | May 12, 2011 at 12:38 PM: 1. Fresh Cracked Pepper (A Pepper Medley is best, nothing beats it!)
2. Alessi White Balsamic Pear Infused Vinegar (I like to heat it and mix in with some honey for a
delicious glaze.)
3. Herbs de Provence (I like Victoria Taylor's)
4. Celery Seed. (I love it on soups and tuna salad!)
5. Chili Oil (just a little drop!)
Abigail | May 12, 2011 at 12:38 PM: Toasted Sesame Oil, Black pepper, rosemary, ginger, chipotle pepper
Noelle | May 12, 2011 at 12:38 PM: Top 5 List: Olive Oil, Champagne Vinegar, Garlic, Sea Salt, Rice Vinegar! Thanks for doing a fabulous giveaway!

Email:noelle13104@yahoo.com

Noelle
Vegas
Megan | May 12, 2011 at 12:38 PM: Congratulations on the win! :)

Cumin, ranch, oregano, garlic and sriracha! :)
Quiltin' LibraryLady | May 12, 2011 at 12:41 PM: "five favorite spices/seasonings/condiments/oils or vinegars"

I had to stop & think about this one for a moment. They are: pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg, olive oil, K.C. Masterpiece Steakhouse Marinade.
Catherine B. | May 12, 2011 at 12:41 PM: Cumin, sambal oeylek (is that how you spell it?), white wine vinegar, italian seasoning, and olive oil

email: catherinefbell@yahoo.com

Thanks!
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:41 PM: Coconut oil, balsamic vinegar, fresh basil, garlic and cumin!

jesstwardzik@gmail.com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:43 PM: Congratulations!!!

Tony's, worchesture (?) sauce, Rosemary, salt (ha!) and balsamic vinegar.

Racheltheriot@hotmail.com
Lynn | May 12, 2011 at 12:43 PM: I can't open the Williams Sonoma website - "restrictions", it says, but surely the Netherlands is not on any risk list? I'll bet they have something to do with West Elm, which blocks me, too.
:-(
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:43 PM: My Favorites
1. Sriracha
2. Cumin
3. Apple Cider Vinegar
4. Balsamic Vinegar
5. Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Thanks for all the great recipes!

email: eschiebee@gmail.com
Natasha | May 12, 2011 at 12:44 PM: I do a lot of baking, so my favs are rather indicative of that...

1. cinnamon
2. molasses
3. cardamom
4. rosewater
5. vanilla bean

ncsteinberg(at)gmail(dot)com
www.litelknyght.com

PS: LOVE Williams & Sonoma... and your blog!!
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:44 PM: Top 5: Cayenne Pepper, Red pepper flakes, Cardamom, Cumin, Old Bay

Congrats on the sweet (potato) win!

smithmollyc(at)gmail(dot)com
Jamie | May 12, 2011 at 12:45 PM: cumin, paprika, garam masala, parsley and basil!

elisabeth.jw@gmail.com
Samantha | May 12, 2011 at 12:45 PM: Fresh flatleaf parsley, fresh basil, fresh thyme, Lemon, and honey
faerielfire | May 12, 2011 at 12:45 PM: garlic, onion powder, paprika, ginger, soy sauce

faerielfire at gmail
Abbey | May 12, 2011 at 12:45 PM: fresh cilantro
Frank's Red Hot
dijon mustard
lemon juice
adobo

~not sure if my google acct. gives my email or not, but I belong to your facebook page as Abbey Campbell. Great idea.. congrats on the contest win!
Sunbeam | May 12, 2011 at 12:46 PM: My top 5: GARLIC, cayenne, cilantro, balsamic vinegar, grape-seed oil

email: tmaibroda@shaw.ca

Thanks!
Erin | May 12, 2011 at 12:46 PM: Ketchup, Chili powder, white balsamic vinegar, yellow mustard and EVOO

eeturtle06 AT gmail DOT com
Amanda @ Hungry Vegan Traveler | May 12, 2011 at 12:47 PM: How thoughtful!

Gotta have garlic, cumin, and coriander. I also can't say no to a good curry.
Jena | May 12, 2011 at 12:48 PM: Nutmeg, cinnamon, BBQ sauce, garlic, and season all (Lowry's)

- Jena
jena.ryssman@gmail.com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:48 PM: Five favorite spices/seasonings/condiments/oils or vinegars? Only five? Well, we like thinks spicy in our kitchen!

* Garlic (minced/chopped in oil or fresh)
* Cloister Honey's Arbol Chili Pepper Honey (Awesome as a glaze or stir-fry addition)
* Jerome's Hot Sauce ("we don't use anything we can't pronounce.")
* Yellow Curry Powder (I finally got my b/f to start eating sweet potatoes once I started adding curry)
* Sriracha "Rooster sauce" in our house.

thatdjspider @ yahoo.com
Charlotte, NC
ktp | May 12, 2011 at 12:48 PM: Hmm... cumin, sriracha, soy sauce, olive oil, and old bay:)

thanks for all the recipes!

kirstenpilkerton(at)gmail(dot)com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:49 PM: Garlic Salt, Lawry's Seasoning Salt, Chili Powder, Lemon pepper seasoning, Ranch.

appleseed69(at)ymail(dot)com
Jamie Nicole | May 12, 2011 at 12:49 PM: Garlic!, balsamic vinegar, any kind of hot sauce, lemon, and good ol' black pepper.:)

Mismatchedxplaid(at)yahoo(dot)com
Kelly | May 12, 2011 at 12:49 PM: Yay giveway. Mine are

1. DILL!
2. Cloves
3. Vegeta (it's an Eastern European spice blend, works well with chicken)
4. Bone Suckin' Sauce (that stuff is HOT!)
5. Ponzu Sauce.

email: kellyaolsen@gmail.com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:49 PM: Umm, rosemary, balsamic vinegar, hoisin sauce, cinnamon & vanilla.

juliamacpherson(at)yahoo(dot)com
Kourtney | May 12, 2011 at 12:51 PM: Cinnamon, Vanilla, Crushed Red Pepper, Lemon, Cumin

kourtneygallegos1(at)gmail(dot)com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:51 PM: garlic salt, hot sauce, spicy mustard, cumin, curry powder

hcprichardson at comcast dot com
Jameil | May 12, 2011 at 12:52 PM: My five favorite spices/seasonings/condiments/oils or vinegars are: olive oil, cumin, sambal, ketchup, cilantro. Clearly I'm a fiend for Mexican and Indian food! jameil1922 (at) gmail.
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:53 PM: I am a very novice cook, so I have not been too creative with my spices. However, I do like:
* Honey Mustard - I dip almost anything in this!
* Cinnamon
* Cumin - my new fav
* Garlic - always adds a little extra
* EVOO
Thanks so much for the recipies and the giveaway!
secretlyeloped[at]yahoo[dot]com
Allie
CSB | May 12, 2011 at 12:55 PM: Paul Prudhomme's Blackened Redfish Magic
Sriracha mixed with mustard
Garlic
Thai chile sauce
Cumin
Mandy | May 12, 2011 at 12:55 PM: Garlic, cilantro, basil, cumin, and Cowtown's Sweet Spot BBQ rub.
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:55 PM: garlic, ketchup, ranch, olive oil, and pepper.

matt(at)copstopshop.com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:55 PM: 5) Sweet Chile Sauce (Mae Ploy)
4) Chili Powder
3) Tabasco Original
2) Mrs Dash Tomato Basil Garlic
1) Ketchup (Hunt's No HFCS kind)

All combined are heavenly in a lot of my cooking from goulash to stir fries. My favorite mixture is to use a little #1 and #5 on partially drained ramen, along with a 1/4 of the included chicken seasoning packet. Best poor college kid meal without the high sodium intake!

meknight25(at)gmail(dot)com
foodforidiots(dot)wordpress(dot)com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:55 PM: Roasted cumin, roasted red pepper, sesame oil, cracked black pepper, garlic. loy(at)effierover(dot)com
Holly | May 12, 2011 at 12:56 PM: Definitely balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, olive oil, basil, and Marmite (there's nothing quite like it and way more useful than you'd think).

h underscore hasselgren at hotmail dot com.
iMaLLheaRt | May 12, 2011 at 12:56 PM: garlic, salt, pepper, sesame oil, shoyu (soy sauce)

imallheart at gmail dot com
Lisa | May 12, 2011 at 12:56 PM: Congrats on your win!
Here's my favorite 5: Tony Chachere's Cajun Seasoning, Cinnamon, Vanilla Extract, Italian Seasoning, and Fish Sauce

♥ Lisa
ambitiouslove(at)gmail(dot)com
Meredith | May 12, 2011 at 12:56 PM: Nutmeg, cinnamon, mustard, Old Bay, and fresh mint. But not all at once.

meredith(dot)sommers(at)gmail(dot)com
Jenni Roland | May 12, 2011 at 12:56 PM: Garlic, basil, mayo mixed with sriracha (it counts as one!), Tony's and tahini.

jrolan4@lsu.edu
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:57 PM: chipotle tabasco, ginger, red pepper, sriracha, olive oil

thepolicypatisserie (at) gmail (dot) com
aliasmisskat | May 12, 2011 at 12:58 PM: Hmmm...

1. Sea salt
2. Garlic
3. Dijon mustard
4. Peanut oil
5. Rice vinegar

kcmiller@kokomobeach.com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 12:58 PM: 1. Olive Oil
2. Cilantro
3. Cinnamon
4. Hot Sauce
5. Rosemary

Kristine
kbeck0012@email.vccs.edu
Monica P | May 12, 2011 at 12:58 PM: Balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, cumin, Tapatio hot sauce, and Crushed Red Chili Flakes

monicap5(at)msn(dot)com
Heidi @ Food Doodles | May 12, 2011 at 1:00 PM: Fun giveaway! I love cinnamon, cumin, vanilla, garlic and I am loving barbeque sauce lately :)
christina | May 12, 2011 at 1:03 PM: OOOH! that's hard!!
1- crushed red pepper
2- sriracha
3- fennel seed (LOVE LOVE LOVE in italian sausage!!)
4- apple cider vinegar
5- balsamic vinegar

ccianciola@gmail.com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 1:05 PM: 1. Garlic
2. Salt
3. Tabasco
4. Fresh cracked black pepper
5. Sesame oil

Thanks! Chelsea
chelhet(at)gmail(dot)com
Sharon | May 12, 2011 at 1:05 PM: 1. Lawry's Seasoning Salt
2. Garlic
3. This awesome Cajun seasoning that a friend brought back for me from the Caribbean and is of course impossible to find anywhere around here *sobs* *plans a tropical vacation JUST to get that damn seasoning*
4. Cilantro
5. Olive Oil

Nothing too original, but I use these all the time.

I'm currently living in Canada right now, but if I win, I can always give you my US address if it's a problem to send to Canada.

feastandfare[at]gmail[dot]com
Gina | May 12, 2011 at 1:05 PM: Hawaiian salt, paul prudhomme's blackened redfish magic, srirracha, sesame oil, and white balsalmic vinegar!

Caprittarius(at)gmail(dot)com
melissamesser | May 12, 2011 at 1:05 PM: Those bowls are so cute! Ugh 5 condiment-type things? This is like Sophie's Choice. Okay, here goes:
spices/seasonings/condiments/oils or vinegars

1.Roasted garlic/garlic salt
2.Chipotle mayo/dressing (just anything chipotle really)
3.Spicy brown mustard
4.Vanilla
5.Really excellent barbecue sauce

That was difficult.
pregradslump@gmail.com
Jeremy Peters | May 12, 2011 at 1:05 PM: 1) Edmond Fallot Honey & Balsamic Dijon
2) Sel Gris from Brittany, France
3) Dill
4) HP Brown Sauce (Original) from the UK
5) A tie between Telicherry Black Peppercorn and McClure's pickle brine (good replacement for vinegars).

jeremyjohnpeters-at-gmail-dot-com
Ashton | May 12, 2011 at 1:06 PM: Congrats on the win! That's awesome! I would love to win the bowls and measuring cups! They would be perfect for my college apartment!

My top 5:
-fresh cracked pepper
-garlic
-extra virgin olive oil
-red wine vinegar
-balsamic vinegar

ashtonag89 (at) gmail (dot) come
Gazel M. | May 12, 2011 at 1:07 PM: Fresh Cilantro
Chocolate
Sesame Oil
Miso
Franks Red Hot

gazelma @ hotmail.com
bonjourgazel.com
Tiffany | May 12, 2011 at 1:08 PM: 1 - ginger!
2 - garlic
3 - rosemary
4 - cinnamon
5 - sesame oil

ling . tif (at) gmail . com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 1:08 PM: In no particular order:

rosemary
soy sauce
pepper
mustard
cilantro

Alex
Lejandra.arrieta@gmail.com
Ashley | May 12, 2011 at 1:09 PM: Garlic, ranch dressing, olive oil, parsley, and chives.
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 1:11 PM: This is kind of difficult!

1. red chili flakes
2. cinnamon
3. olive oil
4. hot sauce (I kind of have an addiction to taco bell's fire sauce, cholula sauce, and siracha...)
5. garlic

westwols(at)rose-hulman(dot)edu
Gules | May 12, 2011 at 1:11 PM: Congrats!

my fav's are Sriracha, garlic, cumin, curry powder and basil

Gules80(at)yahoo(dot)ca
Lorena | May 12, 2011 at 1:12 PM: I just started reading your blog and have quickly fallen in love -- you do a great job with recipes and breaking them down financially. So cool that you're doing a giveaway, too!

Anyway, here's my top 5:
- extra virgin olive oil
- garlic
- cumin
- mustard
- Sriracha

lorena (dot) ruggero (at) gmail (dot) com
Benjamin | May 12, 2011 at 1:12 PM: Congratulations!

My 5:
1 - Sriracha
2 - EVOO
3 - Garlic
4 - Ranch & Frank's Hot sauce (in lew of ketchup for fries, etc..)
5 - Pesto of any variety although made from garlic scapes is my current favorite
Aces | May 12, 2011 at 1:12 PM: Probably because I am in love with my new herb garden, but I'd have to say Basil, Oregano, Cilantro, Chives, and Parsley, but only if they're fresh. Paprika is also very high on my list.

stealthandaces (at) gmail (dot) com
Tomara Armstrong | May 12, 2011 at 1:13 PM: Must enter... too cute...
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Curry Powder
Apple Juice
Garlic
Ginger
and many more :-)
~2 tomaraa(at)gmail(dot)com
AJ | May 12, 2011 at 1:13 PM: Outside of salt and freshly ground pepper, I seem to use a lot of thyme, homemade curry powder that my mom gave me, nutmeg, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar.

I love your blog and I have used several of your recipes with great success. I love to cook but I'm not much of a baker, and your bread recipes make me want to start.

I would love any suggestions for quick, easy, nutritious and filling breakfasts. My recent favorite breakfast is sliced bananas, blueberries, and strawberries with a spoonful of peanut butter, some homemade granola (when I have time to make it) and a sprinkle of nutmeg.

Thanks for the giveaway!
Katie Rose | May 12, 2011 at 1:13 PM: While I may not combine these together, these are the ones I like the most cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, onion powder, and garlic powder.
Mouse | May 12, 2011 at 1:14 PM: Garlic, curry powder, garam masala, Spike (no salt) seasoning, & Grillmates Mesquite seasoning.
mousie(at)knottymouse(dot)com
amaltheia | May 12, 2011 at 1:20 PM: Hmm... just five? This could be problematic!

Olive oil mayo
Garlic
Olive oil
Italian seasoning
Sesame oil

heartseams(at)gmail(dot)com
R | May 12, 2011 at 1:20 PM: Oh wow, to pick a favorite of condiments and spices is pretty tough.

Sriracha
Cumin
Thyme
Black Pepper - basic but gets used on everything!
Balsamic Vinegar

Thanks for the giveaway!

elaena.fd(at)gmail(dot)com
Gina | May 12, 2011 at 1:23 PM: Dijon mustard, cumin seeds, sriracha sauce, Old Bay seasoning, oregano
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 1:23 PM: Garlic, olive oil, brown sugar, bell seasoning, and ginger

Kendra
girlieone@hotmail.com
penKnife | May 12, 2011 at 1:23 PM: Garlic
Sriracha
Soya sauce
Cumin
Safforn

Kay
andtheniateit@hotmail.com
Eli | May 12, 2011 at 1:24 PM: hmmmmmmmmm

Sea salt
Garlic powder
sriracha, for sure
olive oil
cajun spice mix

elizabeth.m.barrett [@) gmail {dot} com
caroline | May 12, 2011 at 1:26 PM: Congratulations on the win!! That does look yummy!

My top 5 would be:
garlic (can I just list garlic as my only favorite seasoning?)
sriracha
sweet chili sauce (Trader Joe's makes one)
thyme
rosemary
jpetroroy | May 12, 2011 at 1:26 PM: Cinnamon
Sea Salt
Brown Sugar
Cumin
Chili Powder

jpetroroy at gmail dot com
delsey | May 12, 2011 at 1:31 PM: old bay, sriracha sauce, cinnamon, curry, lemon juice
Alicia | May 12, 2011 at 1:35 PM: my top 5 are:
garlic
cinnamon
cloves
chives
sea salt

pixystik4u@gmail.com
girl with no name | May 12, 2011 at 1:35 PM: cilantro
nutmeg
Tony Chachere's creole seasoning
rosemary
olive oil

mammalgirl(at)gmail(dot)com
leannekelly | May 12, 2011 at 1:36 PM: Cardamom,Sea Salt,Ginger Wasabi Soy Sauce,Toasted Sesame Oil & Sweet Fig Vinegar
Leanne
leannek@inlandnwi.com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 1:41 PM: Garlic, Balsamic vinegar, sea salt, olive oil, black pepper

Barbara
bjn32@hotmail.com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 1:46 PM: Wow only 5?
1.) Garlic (minced, dried, powdered. whole, cloves etc)
2.)Tony Chachere's seasoning salt
3.) olive oil
4.) Pesto
5.) rice Vinegar
Those bowls are too cute and i haven't made a recipe on here yet that I didnt love <3
kmw1021(at)gmail(dot)com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 1:48 PM: Balsamic Vinegar
Sweet Baby Ray's Barbeque Sauce
Red Pepper Flakes
Garlic
Cilantro

Lauren
lauren.hysong(at)gmail(dot)com
Jessica | May 12, 2011 at 1:50 PM: Very nice mixing bowls. Good colors! I love baking, so vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon. For cooking it would be olive oil, garlic, and cilantro.

-jessjjns(at)gmail(dot)com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 1:53 PM: Hmmm, I'd have to say:
1) Olive oil
2) Lemon Juice
3) Nutmeg
3) Ginger
4) Black pepper
5) Basil

Those bowls are adorable. You are a classy lady. :P
gennerator88@yahoo.com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 1:54 PM: Whelp. Accidentally posted six. Scratch basil
Jen | May 12, 2011 at 1:59 PM: those would look so nice in my new kitchen! My favorites are: olive oil, cumin, basil, rosemary and almond flavoring.
Chrissy | May 12, 2011 at 1:59 PM: Olive oil, garlic, basil, sea salt, rosemary
chrissyferal@yahoo.com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 1:59 PM: My favs are vanilla, garlic, rosemary, olive oil, and lemon.

Thanks so much! Your recipes are fantastic. :)
Erica

erica.hebert@shaw.ca
Jessica@GenesisCrochet | May 12, 2011 at 2:01 PM: Garlic, Olive oil, Cilantro, Cumin, Dijon Mustard

geminigirl1979@cox.net ...Jessica
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 2:05 PM: chipotle-flavored tabasco, black pepper, tony chachere's, jane's krazy mixed up salt, and cardamom! (But not together!)
Stefka82, at yahoo
FerStin | May 12, 2011 at 2:09 PM: hmmm, I think my top 5 (at the moment, anyway) are balsamic vinegar, garlic salt, cajun seasoning, dijon mustard and fresh cilantro.
~Jennifer (ferstin@gmail.com)
Blanche | May 12, 2011 at 2:10 PM: Olive oil, garlic, cilantro, red pepper flakes, black pepper

knkmomATgmailDOTcom
Cynthia A. | May 12, 2011 at 2:11 PM: How to choose just five... ;)

Garlic
Cilantro
Cumin
Red Wine Vinegar
Dijon Mustard
Kristina | May 12, 2011 at 2:20 PM: Congratulations! Sweet potatoes are crazy good.. Thanks for spreading the give-away wealth!

1. Fresh Basil
2. Lemon Zest
3. Toasted Sesame Oil
4. Bagaong (fermented shrimp paste)
5. BBQ Sauce

KGlinoga(at)yahoo(dot)com
Caitlin | May 12, 2011 at 2:20 PM: Super cute bowls!

My five favorites:
1. Chipotles in Adobe
2. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3. Garlic
4. Freshly ground black pepper
5. Basil

cjoneal5(at)gmail(dot)com
Mo | May 12, 2011 at 2:29 PM: Cumin, Balsamic Vinegar, Olive Oil, Honey, Garlic!

nickandmonique09(at)gmail(dot)com
Lady Lyons | May 12, 2011 at 2:32 PM: Garlic,fresh basil, fresh cilantro, jalapenos,and panang curry.

Sarahlyons7(at)yahoo(dot)com
A Charmed Life | May 12, 2011 at 2:32 PM: Nutmeg, pepper, olive oil, cardamom and garlic are my favorites! I <3 those bowls and measuring cups. I promise to use them a lot should I win :)

Maja
katie | May 12, 2011 at 2:32 PM: Congrats! I love your blog! It's what got me started cooking, and turned me on to the world of food blogs. you are wonderful!

1.fresh basil
2. cilantro
3. cumin
4. extra virgin olive oil
5. garlic

kmshultz687@gmail.com
qutins | May 12, 2011 at 2:33 PM: Those bowls look so cute :)

Five fav's are: Garlic, Ginger, Saffron, Olive oil and Curry powder.

tiaer33@hotmail.com
Kayla | May 12, 2011 at 2:35 PM: 1. Cinnamon
2. Fresh Basil
3. Honey
4. Garlic
5. Soy Sauce

I live in Venezuela and the American staff I work with have been passing around your recipes for awhile now! We love finding affordable and yummy recipes we can actually make here! THANKS!

kmckinney@icscaracas.com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 2:35 PM: 1.) Tony Chachera's Cajun and Blackening Seasoning
2.) Rice Wine Vinegar
3.) Cumin
4.) Chile in Adobo (does that count?)
5.) Good ol' Heinz Ketchup

Oboegal1 at yahoo dot com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 2:39 PM: 1. garlic
2. tamari
3. italian seasoning
4. balsamic vinegar
5. curry powder

heffernan.emma(at)gmail(dot)com
Julia | May 12, 2011 at 2:41 PM: basil, garlic, rice wine vinegar, dijon mustard, cocoa powder.
Jessie | May 12, 2011 at 2:45 PM: Olive oil, garlic, parsley, pepperman, and lemon.

Jessie
pterodactylpantsplush@gmail.com
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 2:45 PM: 1. Sea Salt
2. Balsamic Vinegar
3. Olive Oil
4. Chinese Five Spice
5. Herbs De Provence

brandileigh.payne@gmail.com
Shannon | May 12, 2011 at 2:46 PM: Cumin
Olive Oil
Papalote Salsa (http://www.papalotesalsa.com/ -- LOVE this stuff)
Balsamic Vinegar
Basil
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 2:48 PM: 1) Garlic
2) Frank's hot sauce!
3) cinnamon
4) chili
5) sea salt

mmsmrc(at)yahoo(dot)com

Thanks for all you do!
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 2:50 PM: congrats on your recipe win - thanks for sharing the booty!
1. Smoked Paprika
2. Penzey's powdered lemon peel
3. Basil Olive oil
4. Cumin
5. Tajin Classico seasoning

debvil(at)hotmail(dot)com
TyKes Mom | May 12, 2011 at 2:53 PM: -Olive oil
-Soy Sauce
-Cinnamon
-Oregano
-Rosemary

Not in the same dish, of course. But it would be interesting to find a dish that may use all five!
Knitterwockey | May 12, 2011 at 2:54 PM: Those bowls are adorable!

My 5 are
Olive Oil
Oregano
Crushed red pepper
Lemon
Sea salt

It seems like a boring list now that I look at it but at least 2-3 of these things wind up in almost everything I cook. They're simple but effective flavor enhancers!
Tracy | May 12, 2011 at 2:55 PM: fresh basil
coconut oil
red pepper vinegar
pink himalayan salt
suzi q seasoning

authenticallytracy(at)gmail.com
Ale | May 12, 2011 at 2:55 PM: 1. Basil
2. Rosemary
3. Palm oil (I am from Brazil and this cannot be out of our northeast dishes)
4. Garlic
5. Soy Sauce

alemattos.9@gmail.com

Thanks for sharing your prize! Love your blog.
Jennifer | May 12, 2011 at 2:57 PM: Cumin, cilantro, basil, balsamic vinegar, and smoked paprika! Yum!

organizedconfetti(at)gmail(dot)com
Fragmentary Green | May 12, 2011 at 2:57 PM: Sea salt, cumin, garam masala, cinnamon, and coriander/cilantro.
=)thanks for giving us a chance to win!
just in case-fragmentarygreen at gmail dot com
Melissa | May 12, 2011 at 3:02 PM: Congrats!

My faves: Garlic, cilantro, curry, Tony Chachares Cajun Seasoning,and basil

melissgarvin(at)gmail(dot)com
Dina | May 12, 2011 at 3:04 PM: in no particular order
-tabasco
-brown mustard
-red pepper flakes
-lemon
-cheese is totally a condiment, right?
Diana P. | May 12, 2011 at 3:09 PM: Fresh garlic
Pesto
Raspberry Vinegarette
Sesame Seed Oil
White Wine
Anonymous | May 12, 2011 at 3:15 PM: 1. Sriracha!
2. Cilantro
3. Soy sauce
4. Lime juice
5. Ranch dressing

crysxox(at)gmail(dot)com
Sonia C | May 13, 2011 at 3:50 PM: Cinnamon
Nutmeg
Lime juice
Black pepper
Olive oil

lodi.mole(at)hotmail(dot)com
christina | May 13, 2011 at 3:56 PM: balsamic vinegar
GARLIC
crushed red pepper
sriracha
HONEY (does that count as a condiment?)

ccianciola(at)gmail(dot)com
Melissa | May 13, 2011 at 3:57 PM: Lately;

peach balsamic vinegar, sea salt, butter =P, chipotle chili, andddd Trader Joe's essential spice mix!

melissa@mtaylorphoto.com
Jennifer | May 13, 2011 at 3:57 PM: Cinnamon
Olive Oil
Red Pepper Flakes
Oregano
Basil
Jessica@GenesisCrochet | May 13, 2011 at 3:58 PM: garlic, cilantro, cumin, olive oil, dijon mustard

geminigirl1979@cox.net Jessica
Leanne | May 13, 2011 at 3:59 PM: 1. garlic
2. ginger
3. balsamic vinegar
4. soy sauce
5. basil

shiloh(dot)911(at)gmail(dot)com
Confused | May 13, 2011 at 3:59 PM: garlic powder
black pepper
olive oil
soy sauce
apple cider vinegar
zac | May 13, 2011 at 4:01 PM: Hummus, whole grain mustard, smoked paprika, sriracha, honey

zactyser@gmail.com
kelly | May 13, 2011 at 4:01 PM: ponzu
garlic
dill
cloves

kellyaolsen(at)gmail.com
kelly | May 13, 2011 at 4:01 PM: ponzu
garlic
dill
cloves

kellyaolsen(at)gmail.com

-- Forgot cinnamon!
girl with no name | May 13, 2011 at 4:03 PM: cilantro
nutmeg
olive oil
rosemary
Tony's creole seasoning

mammalgirl(at)gmail(dot)com
Laurel | May 13, 2011 at 4:05 PM: Garlic
Balsamic Vinegar
Tarragon
Basil
Honey Mustard

laurelrognstad (at) gmail (dot) com
Anonymous | May 13, 2011 at 4:05 PM: Karina

Seasoned salt
Garlic
Olive oil
Coconut oil
Lemon

Karina.c.amaya(at)gmail(dot)com
Anonymous | May 13, 2011 at 4:05 PM: Salt, Any vinegar based hot sauce, cumin, pickled jalapenos, Beaver Brand cranberry mustard.

brandon678(at)gmail(dot)com
Amy @ frillsandbils.blogspot.com | May 13, 2011 at 4:05 PM: I love reading your blog! My favorite condiments are lime juice and salt (my husband is from Mexico), basil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and chocolate. We like to put chocolate in savory things like salsas and chili :)
Anonymous | May 13, 2011 at 4:06 PM: Olive oil
Garlic
Cilantro
Crazy Salt
Rooster sauce!

acm5196(at)psu(dot)edu
Noelle | May 13, 2011 at 4:08 PM: My 5 favorites:

- Olive Oil
- Garlic
- Homemade Hummus
- Champagne Vinegar
- Balsamic Vinegar

email: noelle13104@yahoo.com

Thanks!
Noelle
Vegas
Amber | May 13, 2011 at 4:09 PM: Oooh, this is fun!

My five favorite spices/seasonings are:

Garlic!!!!
Fresh ginger
Cinnamon (especially good Vietnamese cinnamon from Penzey's)
Flavored balsamic vinegar (I have a fig flavored one that's amazing)
Penzey's Fox Point Seasoning (it's fantastic on everything from eggs to potatoes)
Anonymous | May 13, 2011 at 4:11 PM: garlic
coriander
vanilla bean
orange blossom honey
cinnamon

fireblaze1031(at)hotmail(dot)com--Kendall
Anonymous | May 13, 2011 at 4:12 PM: Wooo! Those look awesome!

My favorite spices are:

--Tony's (of course!)
--Rosemary
--Basil
--Oregano
--CHEESE (does that count?)

My email addy is bonnie19@hotmail.com.
Aimee | May 13, 2011 at 4:13 PM: Garlic, curry, olive oil, fresh basil, good dark chocolate.
Anonymous | May 13, 2011 at 4:15 PM: - Sriracha
- Chili oil (Japanese rayu is pretty good)
- Sichuan peppercorns
- Basil
- Curry powder (of any sort)
heyijun244 at live dot com
Anonymous | May 13, 2011 at 4:16 PM: Sea salt
Cinnamon
Any and all brands of hot sauce
Garlic
Olive oil

madamechaussette(at)gmail(dot)com
Erin | May 13, 2011 at 4:18 PM: cumin
garlic
olive oil
curry powder
ginger

palermo(dot)erin(at)yahoo(dot)com!
Idle Wife | May 13, 2011 at 4:19 PM: - garlic
- ketchup
- freshly cracked pepper
- La Grille vegetable spice
- lemon juice

And I'll throw in a bonus for sriracha since my hubby slathers it on absolutely everything!
Josie | May 13, 2011 at 4:20 PM: Favorites: (Again)
Balsamic Vinegar
Garlic
Cinnamon
Grainy German Mustard
Cilantro.
joslyn(dot)rushant(at)gmail(dot)com
Joe | May 13, 2011 at 4:24 PM: Cumin
Smoked Paprika
Ginger
Garlic
Mexican Oregano

jrsouthside@gmail.com
Anonymous | May 13, 2011 at 4:24 PM: season salt
garlic
tony chacheres
soy sauce
black pepper

Purple_Rose2302@yahoo.com
alienbody | May 13, 2011 at 4:24 PM: So many, hard to pick just five...but...

Dried Cilantro
Siracha
The Pepper Plant Original California Style Hot Pepper Sauce
Balsamic
Chipotle Chili Powder

myalienbody(at)gmail(dot)com
Taylor Ann | May 13, 2011 at 4:26 PM: basil
rosemary
sriracha
grainy mustard
strawberry jam

Taylor - miss.g0ssamer@gmail.com
Anonymous | May 13, 2011 at 4:26 PM: Garlic
Guacamole
Celery seed (my secret ingredient in many chicken dishes)
Caesar dressing
Salt and pepper

oh.emgee(at)ymail(dot)com
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Maddy | May 13, 2011 at 4:29 PM: How awesome!! and so nice of you to share your prize!! I love all your recipes and my boyfriend loves how you break them up by price (he's all math-y, haha)

Garlic!!!
any kind of vinegar
raspberry jam
sriracha
fresh thyme

(I wrote 6 before :P)
Anonymous | May 13, 2011 at 4:30 PM: In no particular order:

-Lemon juice
-GARLIC
-Olive Oil
-Cilantro
-Sea salt

-Jess, Louisville, KY - jessiterrell at gmail dot com
RG | May 13, 2011 at 4:34 PM: Balsamic vinegar
Sea Salt (tastes way better than regular table salt)
Olive Oil
Garam Masala
Cayenne (but only a little bit, I'm not big on really spicy, but I like a little kick)

Rebecca, Chicago, IL
:::d::: | May 13, 2011 at 4:38 PM: Dang, it's hard to narrow it down to five, but here they are:

sea salt,
allspice,
cumin,
cayenne pepper,
and Northwoods Seasonings (by Penzey's), it's a rosemary-paprika mix and it is amazing.

delinda09 at yahoo dot com
B | May 13, 2011 at 4:39 PM: Those are adorable! And they would go great with my Fiestaware dishes :D

Garlic
Olive oil
Balsamic vinegar
Cumin
Chipotle chili powder
Anonymous | May 13, 2011 at 4:39 PM: Salt (all kinds)
Pepper (black, red, schezwan, anything)
Cinnamon
Garlic powder
Basil

rebecca(AT)irev(DOT)com
Anonymous | May 13, 2011 at 4:44 PM: cumin, garlic, olive oil, malagasy vanilla, onion

rebecca(at)
remiller86(at)hotmail(dot)com
Anonymous | May 13, 2011 at 4:45 PM: Dill
Butter
Garlic
Tarragon
Cinnamon

kjuilleret(at)hotmail(dot)com
Anonymous | May 13, 2011 at 4:50 PM: rosemary, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, balsamic vinegar

juliamacpherson(at)yahoo(dot)com
Mo | May 13, 2011 at 4:50 PM: balsamic vinegar olive oil honey garlic cumin

nickandmonique09(at)gmail(dot)com
Anonymous | May 13, 2011 at 5:06 PM: At the moment:
Sriracha,
Cumin,
Habanero Tabasco,
Coriander,
Thai Basil.
My email address is:jeremy(at)thinktank(dot)co (dot)nz
Cheers!
Anonymous | May 13, 2011 at 5:13 PM: Ginger
Cinnnamon
Sriracha
Cardamom
Garlic

kswie001@ucr.edu
Anonymous | May 13, 2011 at 5:18 PM: Garlic
Cinnamon
Grains of Paradise
Basil
Brown Sugar

Thanks for doing this - I love your blog!

justinpincar@gmail.com
Shea | May 13, 2011 at 5:18 PM: That's crazy hard to decide, but I'll try: red pepper flakes, soy sauce, peanut butter (is that considered a condiment?), smoked paprika, chipotle chili powder.
shealennon@gmail.com
Anonymous | May 13, 2011 at 5:23 PM: Cholula
Ginger
Garlic
Soy Sauce
Rosemary

hindsalyssa at gmail dot com
Kim | May 13, 2011 at 5:24 PM: Cinnamon, vanilla, brown sugar, nutmeg, lemon juice.

Those are so cute -- I hope I win! :)

Kim
cleverhomemaking.blogspot.com
cleverhomemaking at gmail dot com
Lost In Wonderland | May 13, 2011 at 5:30 PM: Basil
Cinnamon
Garlic
Rosemary
Honey

Jessica
puglovinblonde@gmail.com
Emma | May 13, 2011 at 5:30 PM: Two of my favorite things... Budget Bytes and WS!

-Cilantro
-All hot sauces (Chipote Tabasco, TJs Chili, Sriracha, Frank's...)
-Lemon and/or lime juice
-Garlic
-Cumin

...I'm giving my love of Mexican food.

Email: noyoulikeit [at] gmail [dot] com
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ljyoung85 | May 13, 2011 at 5:38 PM: Garlic
Salt
Olive Oil
Basil
Dill

ljyoung85 at gmail.com
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