Who Wants 4 Free Jars of Maranatha Nut Butter?
I thought that title might get your attention 
That’s right, the wonderful people of Maranatha are offering to give away their MaraNatha Nut Butter Trial Pack (coupons for 4 free jars: $20 value) to ONE lucky Simply Savor reader!
MaraNatha® (pronounced "mare-uh-Nah-thuh") has been crafting organic and natural nut and seed butters in Ashland, Oregon, since 1982. Each variety is finely ground in small batches and contains no unhealthy trans fats, hydrogenated oils or preservatives – just the authentic taste of the purest ingredients.
There are a TON of chances to win….all you have to do is:
1. Leave a comment on this post telling me anything about nut butter (your favorite way to eat it, your favorite flavor, why you love Maranatha, crunchy vs. smooth, etc.)
2. Tweet about the giveaway—just copy and paste:
I want to win 4 Free Jars of Maranatha Nut Butter on www.simplysavor.com @simplysavor
3. If you have a blog, link back to the giveaway!
4. Sign up for the Maranatha e-newsletter and sweepstakes
…Bonus: You’ll receive a coupon for $1.00 off any MaraNatha product. By spreading the word to three or more friends, you can receive a $2.00 off coupon (!!)
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Make sure you leave additional comments for each one telling me you’ve done so!
And for a 5th entry…try making any of the Maranatha Nut Butter recipes provided below and send me a picture/link (kristen@simplysavor.com)
Makes about 1/3 cup – Serves one
· 1 Tbsp. MaraNatha No Stir Almond Butter, Creamy
· 3 Tbsp. Organic or natural low fat mayonnaise
· 2 Tbsp. Organic or natural low fat sour cream
· 1 tsp. Fresh lime juice
· 1/8 tsp. Worcestershire Sauce
· 1/2 tsp. Onion powder
Whisk all ingredients together in a small bowl. Use as a dip for vegetables such as celery, carrots, bell peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, and cucumbers.
This dip can also be used as a sauce over steamed vegetables – great with asparagus or broccoli.
"I’m Bananas for Almond Butter" Smoothie
Serves one
· 2 Tbsp. MaraNatha No Stir Almond Butter, Creamy
· 1 Medium banana
· 1/4 cup Organic or natural nonfat soymilk
· 2 Tbsp. Organic or natural nonfat vanilla yogurt
· 1 cup Crushed ice
Place all ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth.
For an indulgent treat add any of the following:
2 Tbsp. Chocolate syrup
1 Tbsp. Chocolate chips
Nutrition information: 320 Calories, 10g Protein, 41g Total Carbohydrates, 7g Fiber, 22g Sugars
Cilantro Chicken Wraps with Creamy Almond Butter Sauce
Makes about 1 cup sauce – Serves 4
· 4 Multigrain tortillas
· 12 oz. Broiled chicken breast strips
· 2 to 3 Slices, red onion
· Packaged shredded carrots
· Cilantro leaves
· Lettuce leaves
Sauce:
· 1 Tbsp. MaraNatha No Stir Almond Butter, Creamy
· 1/2 cup Organic or natural light mayonnaise
· 1/4 cup Organic or natural light sour cream
· 1 tsp. Fresh grated ginger
· 1/2 tsp. Garlic powder
· 2 tsp. Sesame oil
· 1 1/2 tsp. Rice vinegar
· 2 Tbsp. Cilantro, finely chopped
Place all ingredients in a medium size bowl. Whisk until smooth.
Place large tortilla on flat surface and cover with green leaf lettuce. Spread 2 – 3 tablespoons sauce over lettuce. Place grilled chicken breast, shredded carrots, red onion slices (to taste), and 8 to 10 cilantro leaves. Fold in sides of tortilla and roll.
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YUM!
Winner will be announced next Wednesday, February 23rd!
LET THE NUT BUTTER GIVEAWAY GAMES BEGIN! 
I love bananas and almond butter!
I really love nut butter on oatmeal!
evan@foodmakesfunfuel.com
I love love love the raw Maranatha almond butter. Best eaten off the spoon straight from the jar in my opinion!
https://twitter.com/the_vegster/status/9261145780
Tweeted your giveaway
I like almond butter over steamed veggies. The veggies are mostly a vehicle for the ab.
I signed up for the Maranatha newsletter and sweepstakes
I LOVE nut butter slathered on big, juicy dates – it’s the best treat ever!!
I tweeted the giveaway: http://twitter.com/RawJuiceGirl/status/9262242183
I signed up for the newsletter!
I love almond butter & a banana before a morning workout. Yum!
…also tweeted about the giveaway! @poiseinparma
yummm! i love nut butter in smoothies, especially cashew nut butter with banana and just a hint of cinnamon and cloves… mm mmm mmm
I like carrots with either maple or honey almond butter. I end up eating more almond butter than carrots, but it’s so tasty! I also tweeted about the giveaway!
Thanks so much for the opportunity! I love cashew butter warmed up on banana slices! YUM.
I signed up for their newsletter!!
Maranthan’s CRUNCHY Peanut Butter is my absolute favorite nut butter out there!!!! The almond butter is pretty great though, too! And I just had it with some kashi cereal and soy milk…..so i think its obvious i’m a major fan! hahah
I’m a classic peanut butter gal myself, but I like almond butter as well! What I’ve REALLY been wanting to try is cashew butter! Sounds pretty amazing!
I love it right from the JAR! Smooth or creamy, doesn’t matter.
ummm, BEST GIVEAWAY EVER! Mara Natha is my #1 fave nut butter of all time. I had a nice spoonful this morning actually!
nut butter, use it in my vegan protein bars i make!
tweeted it!
newsletter.done.
I signed up too. I’m dying to try some. I just started the clean eating lifestyle and I’m loving the ideas and recipes you’ve posted!
M’mmmm, Yum!! I love almond butter best, smooth style. but haven’t got a chance to try out the cashew butter yet!
I love nut butter in my smoothies!
Ooh, I keep seeing the most delectable creations on blogs, mainly different nut butters melted over warm oatmeal! I love PB on oatmeal but I’d really love to try something like the Dark Chocolate Almond Spread on top! YUM!
I like it on celery, apples, carrots, or bananas.
I linked your giveaway from my blog
http://thevegster.wordpress.com/2010/02/20/the-way-to-this-girls-heart/
My favorite is the kind I can grind right there in the store. I’ve seen Maranatha but have yet to try it. I keep hearing good things though…Would love to win this!
Thanks for the chance!
Liz
Loving This Mom Stuff
I love Maranatha smooth peanut butter. I buy the huge jars at costco and I can never stop dipping my finger in!
My fave nut butters are cashew and almond. I’d love to try this brand.
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I love Maranatha almond butter- it’s so creamy and delicious!
I love love love the Maranatha raw almond butter. And their peanut butter — it’s incredible, and so smooth!
Oooh, I want to win! I have a few recipes for raw macaroons involving nut butters and I’m all out.
Also, I just tweeted! I’m @kwidrick
Great post – thanks! I signed up for the Maranatha e-newsletter and sweepstakes!
I love almond butter on bananas!
I tweeted: http://twitter.com/blackcatkitchen/statuses/9438552415
And I signed up for the newsletter! What an awesome giveaway. I’ve actually never tried Marantha
My fav snack: almond butter with apples & cinnamon!
I looove nut butters. Almond butter in my oatmeal makes me a happy girl.
just signed up for the newsletter & sweepstakes!
I love almond butter! I just enjoyed some MaraNatha organic raw almond butter on sprouted whole wheat toast this morning, yum!
I just tweeted about your contest!
http://twitter.com/KathyCalifornia
I just signed up for the newsletter, thanks!
I love adding almond butter to my smoothies, and making raw fudge! Oh, and I could just eat it straight out of the jar, too.
Just signed up for the newsletter!
Just tweeted, too! (@healthyhoggin)
i love eating the maranatha crunchy raw almond butter with bananas on top of ezekial sprouted bread – i also sprinkle some goji berries, cacao nibs, and pumpkin seeds if i’m feeling indulgent – it is soooo good and my favorite food!!