Slow Cooker Black Bean and Corn Salsa Chicken

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Hope everyone had an amazing Fourth of July weekend! If you are like us the last thing you want to do is go home and cook over a hot stove after a long hard days work. So here is an easy dinner idea that can be prepared and even frozen ahead of time. So all you have to do is pull it out of the freezer and throw it in the slow cooker and go to work. When you come home dinner is practically already done! Check out these easy steps!

Slow Cooker Black Bean and Corn Salsa Chicken

Author: Six Sisters' Stuff (via Jamie)

Recipe type: Freezer Meal

Prep time:  5 mins

Cook time:  4 hours

Total time:  4 hours 5 mins

Serves: 4

This is one of the easiest freezer meals to assemble - just dump all the ingredients in a resealable bag and place in the freezer. When you are ready to eat it, dump it in the slow cooker and dinner is done!

Ingredients

·         1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed

·         1 (14 oz) can corn, drained

·         ½ package taco seasoning (about 1 tablespoon)

·         ½ cup salsa

·         ⅓ cup water

·         1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Optional garnish toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado (diced), lettuce (shredded), tomatoes (diced), hot sauce

Instructions

1.    If making a freezer meals, label a gallon-sized resealable freezer bag with the title of the recipe and how to long to cook in the slow cooker.

2.    Dump the black beans, corn, salsa, taco seasoning, and water in the resealable bag and mix until all the ingredients are combined. Add the chicken breasts and zip the bag closed. Place in the freezer until ready to use.

3.    When ready to cook, remove bag from freezer and place in fridge overnight so that it can thaw. Spray slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray and dump bag ingredients into the slow cooker. Cook on high for 4-5 hours or on low for 6-7 hours (until chicken is completely done).

4.    Shred meat and serve however you want (in tacos, burritos, nachos, salads, etc). Garnish with cheese, sour cream, avocado, lettuce, tomato, and hot sauce.

5.    Put beans, corn, taco seasoning, and water in crock pot and mix together until seasoning is dissolved. Place chicken breasts on top and spread salsa on chicken. Cook on high for 4 hours. Shred meat and serve however you want (see explanation above). Garnish with cheese, sour cream, avocado, lettuce, tomato, and hot sauce.

Notes

You can also skip the freezing step of this recipe and dump all ingredients directly into your slow cooker, then cook on high for 4-5 hours (or low for 6-7 hours).
You can cook this recipe ahead of time, wait for it to cool, and then put it in the freezer for a quick and healthy dinner!

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We've got all your firework needs covered this holiday weekend! Check out one of these amazing firework shows with your family!

Hello Friends,

The Fourth of July is right around the corner – have you figured out your fireworks plans yet? Last year, we gave you a list of the patriotic holiday celebrations all around the state. This year, we’re highlighting five of the biggest entertainment and fireworks shows, plus we’ve listed all the smaller, hometown celebrations, too! Here’s a list of some amazing fireworks shows all around the state.

1. Four Nights In A Row!: Oakley Recreation Complex, Oakley

There’s nothing like a rodeo on the Fourth of July! See the PRCA rodeo starting on starting at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 30th, Friday, July 1st, Saturday, July 2nd and Monday, July 4th. Fireworks display every night after the rodeo. 4300 N. SR-32, Oakley.

2. Friday: Rio Tinto Stadium, Sandy

Watch the Real Salt Lake vs. DC United soccer game, then stay for fireworks! The game starts at 8:30 p.m.; fireworks afterwards. 9256 S. State Street, Sandy.

3. Friday: USU Maverik Stadium, Logan

Don’t miss the Freedom Fireworks Show in Logan on the Utah State University campus. Gates open at 7:00 p.m.; entertainment starts at 8:00 p.m. and includes Caleb Chapman’s Crescent Super Band, Journey Unlimited The Tribute, and Ryan Innes. Fireworks at dark. 899 E. 1000 N., Logan.

4. Saturday: Smith’s Ballpark, Salt Lake City

Enjoy the Salt Lake Bees game (Salt Lake Bees vs. Fresno Grizzlies), then take your blanket right down onto the field to enjoy the fireworks. The game starts at 6:30 p.m. 77 W. 1300 S., Salt Lake City.

5. Saturday: Stadium of Fire, Provo

The 36th annual Stadium of Fire (LaVell Edwards Stadium) features Tim McGraw in concert. Entertainment begins at 8:00 p.m., followed by fireworks. This is one of the largest Fourth of July celebrations in the country! 1700 N. Canyon Road, Provo.

Here is a full list of celebrations in the state:

Saturday, July 2nd

6. Centerville: Founder’s Park, 300 N 100 E
7. Hurricane: Ballparks at 200 W. 600 N.
8. Gunnison: Fireworks at the park.
9. Midway: Town Square
10. North Salt Lake: Eaglewood Golf Course, 1110 E Eaglewood Dr.
11. Scofield: Fireworks on the lake.

Monday, July 4th

12. Blanding: Centennial Park, 900 S. 300 W.
13. Brian Head Resort: 329 S. Hwy. 143.
14. Cedar City: Cedar City Airport, 2560 Aviation Way.
15. Clearfield: Bernard Fisher Park, 920 S. 1000 E.
16. Enoch: Old Town Park.
17. Farr West: Mountain View Park, 1500 N. 1700 W.
18. Grantsville: Cherry Street Park, 115 E Cherry Street.
19. Holladay: City Hall Park, 4580 S 2300 E.
20. Huntington: Rodeo grounds.
21. Huntsville: No specific location details available.
22. Hyrum: Soccer fields.
23. Kanab: No specific location details available.
24. Kaysville: 550 S. Main Street.
25. Layton: Ed Kenley Amphitheater, 403 N Wasatch Drive.
26. Lehi: Thanksgiving Point,3003 N. Thanksgiving Wa.y
27. Lewiston: Lewiston Rodeo Arena.
28. Liberty: Liberty Park, State Route 162.
29. Magna: Magna Copper Park, 2600 S. 8941 W.
30. Manti: MHS Stadium, 100 W. 500 N.
31. Millard County: Fairgrounds, 187 South Manzanita Ave., Delta.
32. Moab: Fireworks are visible throughout the town of Moab.
33. Morgan: Riverside Park, 195 E. 125 N.
34. Moroni: Center Street Ball Park.
35. Mt. Pleasant: Mt. Pleasant Outdoor Rodeo Arena, Hwy. 89.
36. Murray: Murray Park Softball Field, 296 E Murray Park Ave.
37. North Ogden: Barker Park, 2375 N Fruitland Drive.
38. Panguitch: Rodeo Grounds, 775 N. Main Street.
39. Park City: Canyons Resort
40. Riverdale: Riverdale Park, 4300 South Parker Drive.
41. Salina: Provided by the Salina Fire Department.
42. Salt Lake City: Jordan Park, 1000 W. 900 S.
43. Salt Lake City: Liberty Park/Herman Franks Park, 600 E 900 S.
44. Tropic: Tropic Town Park.
45. Washington: Legend Solar Stadium, 204 Playa Della Rosita.
46. West Point: Loy Blake Park, 3500 W. 550 N.

Happy Fourth of July from all of us here at ERA Skyline Real Estate. We hope you have a safe and fun-filled weekend with your family and friends!

Thanks so much,

ERA Skyline Real Estate

ERA Skyline Giveaway!

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Please go and enter our first ever giveaway! Simply follow the steps and you will be entered to win a $25 gift card to Slackwater Pizzeria!

Step 1: Like our Facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/ERASkyline/

Step 2: Share this Post on your page!

Step 3: Comment below using #MyWeirdNeighbor and share any story that relates!


Good luck and may the best story win!


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House Plants that actually improve the air quality in your Home! Check these out!

Hello Friends,

Adding a houseplant or two always seems to improve the look of a room. But as it turns out, certain houseplants can also improve your health. According to recent studies by NASA, some houseplants filter out dangerous compounds that are commonly found in most homes – the kind of compounds that are often associated with respiratory illnesses, cancer, and other conditions.

Because they are enclosed spaces, our homes are vulnerable to gaseous toxins that build up over time. These include:

·         Benzene – caused by paints, detergents, and furniture wax,

·         Formaldehyde – caused by disinfectants or preservatives in consumer products

·         Toluene and Xylene – caused by a variety of household and consumer products

·         Ammonia – caused by commonly used aerosols and sprays

But 10 NASA-approved houseplants are says to be effective in removing air pollutants:

·         English Ivy – a trailing ivy plant that requires partial shade and light weekly watering

·         Florist’s chrysanthemum – A lovely floral that needs direct light and frequent change of water

·         Peace Lily – Produces small, white flowers. Needs weekly watering. But consider carefully before buying, because this plant can be poisonous to house pets

·         Variegated Snake Plant – Has tall, broad, green and white leaves. Requires partial shade and weekly watering

·         Red-edged Dracaena – Almost cactus-like in appearance, this plant needs direct sunlight and weekly watering

·         Cornstalk Dracaena – Produces cornstalk-type leaves. Wants partial shade and weekly watering

·         Broadleaf Lady Palm – Fern-like plant that likes partial shade and weekly watering

·         Flamingo Lily – Also known as anthurium, this plant produces shiny red flowers and requires partial shade and weekly watering

·         Devil’s Ivy – produces luxurious ivy leaves, likes partial shade, and needs only monthly watering

·         Lilyturf – Produces purple flowers. Requires partial shade and weekly watering.

*Take note: Water lightly in most cases, as over-watering can cause root rot and kill the plant.

Which House plants are your favorite? Let us know!

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ERA Skyline Real Estate

Hill Air Force Base Air Show June 25 & 26! You can't miss this!

Hello Friends,

It's that time of the year again, a local favorite - The Hill AFB Air Show! You won't want to miss this. Plan to arrive early to avoid long lines, and don't forget the sunblock as shade is limited.Check out Hill Air Force Base's Air Show on June 25 & 26 starting at 8 AM!

HILL AIR FORCE BASE — Hill Air Force Base’s biannual air show is set to return in 2016.

Base officials announced Wednesday, Dec. 9 the open house and air show, titled “Warriors Over the Wasatch,” will take place June 25-26.

Hill spokesman Micah Garbarino said the two-day show is open to the public and will feature the Air Force’s aerial F-16 demonstration squadron, the Thunderbirds, the U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute team and several other aerial demonstrations. No special security clearances are needed to attend the show. 

“We're excited to host the Thunderbirds and Golden Knights in 2016,” said Col. Ron Jolly, 75th Air Base Wing and Installation commander, in a prepared statement. “These events are important for our service's recruiting efforts and give us the opportunity to showcase the capabilities of our military.”

Hill’s last air show took place in 2014 and had an operating budget of about $500,000. The show is typically paid mainly through private donations, but Hill also uses funds from its Operations and Maintenance Budget. For the 2014 show, Utah lawmakers voted to give the show $100,000 in one-time state funds. 

• RELATED: Hill AFB readies for Warriors Over Wasatch air show

More than 500,000 spectators attended the 2014 show. 

As the show date nears, the base’s public affairs office will provide updates on additional performers and attendance procedures at www.hill.af.mil/warriorsoverthewasatch/.

We hope to see you all there!

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Hiking to This Aboveground Cave in Utah Will Give You A Surreal Experience

Hello Friends,

If you’re looking for a fun (but challenging) hike followed by an amazing cave tour, Timpanogos Cave National Monument is your spot! This popular cave is full of interesting stalactites, stalagmites and other formations. The hike is strenuous, but the views of American Fork Canyon make it well worth the effort.

While this national monument is named Timpanogos Cave, it’s actually a cave system that includes three caves: Hansen Cave, Timpanogos Cave and Middle Cave. The caves and trail are open from May 7th to September 5th.

Stop by the visitor center to see exhibits, an orientation film and to pick up your tour tickets. To avoid overcrowding at the cave entrance, you’ll choose a time to start your hike to the top.

The hike to the caves is one and a half miles. It’s a strenuous hike, gaining over 1,000 feet of elevation, but there are plenty of benches at the switchbacks so you can rest, relax enjoy!

Take the “Hike With A Ranger” guided hike on Sunday mornings at 11:00 a.m.; no reservation is needed.

The views of American Fork Canyon are stunning.

When you get to the top, you’ll enter the cave for a guided, 55-minute cave tour. The cave is chilly - about 45 degrees, so make sure to take a jacket.

Only 16 people may tour the cave at a time, so you’ll want to get tickets up to 30 days in advance. Call (801) 756-5238.

Backpacks aren't allowed in the cave - you'll encounter several narrow spots along the tour.

 You'll see amazing formations in the cave, including stalactites (that hang from the cave's ceiling)...

...and stalagmites (that extend up from the cave's floor).

The Great Heart of Timpanogos has inspired many legends throughout the years. At least twelve versions of the legend exist, but most include two young lovers. Red Eagle wants to marry Utahna, but many men are also seeking her hand. He pretends to be a god in order to convince her. His plan is thwarted, and he dies (either at the hand of warriors from her tribe, or by a bear). Utahna either throws herself from the top of Timpanogos in despair, or dies of heartbreak. The god of Timpanogos takes pity on the two and melds their bleeding hearts together, placing them in the cave for eternity.

When did you last visit this amazing cave? Tell us about it!

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9 Gorgeous Beaches in Utah You Have To Check Out This Summer!

Hello Friends,

Sure, Utah gets baking hot in the summer, but luckily we have plenty of lakes and reservoirs in which to cool off. In addition to boating, waterskiing, paddleboarding and kayaking, you can also just bask on the shores of your favorite lake. Here are 9 Utah beaches to try this year.

1. Bear Lake

Visit Rendezvous Beach at Bear Lake State Park to enjoy the sand and the azure waters of Bear Lake.

2. Blackridge Reservoir

This little man-made lake in Herriman has a nice, sandy beach to play on.

3. Huntington State Park

The beach area at Huntington State Park has picnic pavilions and restrooms. You can also rent a paddleboard, kayak or canoe for a small fee.

4. Lake Powell

With 2,000 miles of shoreline, you'll definitely find dozens of beach areas to build your castle.

5. Quail Creek State Park

Quail Creek State Park is about 9 miles west of Hurricane. The park includes camping, a day use area and paddleboard rentals.

6. Red Fleet State Park

This pretty state park is located just north of Vernal. Enjoy the day use area, campground and sandy beach.

7. Sand Hollow State Park

Sand Hollow has a nice area for beachgoers. It also offers ARV recreation, boating and fishing.

8. Starvation Reservoir

You probably don't think of Starvation Reservoir when you think of beaches...but this little lake does have a small beach area. Bring your own shade.

9. Willard Bay

Willard Bay's beaches feature day-use pavilions. You'll also find some shady trees to shelter you from the sun.

Where is your favorite hot-weather spot in Utah? Let us know we’d love to here from you!

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ERA Skyline Real Estate