How often do you go food shopping? I usually do a weekly food shop and then top it up with milk and bread mid week if I need to. My shopping list is usually the same with my favorite staple foods but sometimes I have extra items that need replenishing in my pantry. Did you know that market research has shown that the most common ten items in most people’s shopping baskets are:
- Milk
- Cheese
- Bread
- Vegetables
- Eggs
- Fruit
- Cereal
- Crisps
- Ready meals
- Chicken
It’s not surprising that milk, cheese and bread are the top three items as they are staples in most household. We consume these three products on a daily basis but the milk in my household features for breakfast, lunch, teatime and dinner too.
Since we use a lot of milk, I always source the best and my first choice is definitely Arla Organic Free range Milk. I favour this milk as I am assured that the 89 Arla famers only graze their cows on 100% organic grass that is guaranteed free from herbicides and artificial fertilizers. This ensures that the milk the cows produce is of the best standard. Whether you prefer creamy whole or delicious semi-skimmed, you know by choosing Arla milk, you’re also supporting the farmers that own the Arla business, as all the profits go straight back into the farmer’s pockets. It is not surprising to know that Arla Organic Free Range milk has been awarded Product of the Year in 2018.
I always buy both the Arla semi skimmed and the Arla whole milk which are available in 2l bottles. I prefer to use the semi skimmed milk for daily use and whole milk for making my own natural yoghurt at home.The whole milk makes the yoghurt creamier and thicker. Arla milk is also great to add to pancakes, to mashed potatoes to make it rich and creamy and it is a great addition to cheese sauce too for pasta.
For breakfast my family enjoy eating fruit, granola and cereal with chilled Arla semi skimmed milk. Eating breakfast is important and this meal sets us up for the day as we all head off to our daily routines.
Late afternoons after work, I crave my cup of tea, this is the time when I get half an hours peace to recharge my batteries before I start preparing my evening meal. I like my tea strong and hot and made with Arla semi skimmed milk and of course on rare occasion I do treat myself to a nice piece of cake.
I was always brought up knowing milk is best, hence I rarely buy juices and fizzy drinks for my family.We either make our own smoothies with fresh fruit and vegetables or drink milk or water. A chilled glass of Arla milk in the summer with some cookies is the perfect bedtime treat. Did you know that a 200 ml glass of semi skimmed milk contains:
31% of our recommended daily Calcium
74% of our recommended daily Vitamin B12
41% of our recommended daily Iodine
14% of our recommended daily Protein
35% of our recommended daily Calcium
31% of our recommended daily Riboflavin
31% of our recommended daily Vitamin B5
28% of our recommended daily Phosphorus.
In the winter when its cold and dark, what can be better than enjoying piping hot cups of hot chocolate made with the milk, which is the perfect winter warmer on cold chilly days.
I strongly believe that the foods we consume should be healthy, organically produced and are of the highest standard. By choosing to buy Arla Free range organic milk you are also guarantee that inspections are carried out and additional standards are met on animal welfare and sustainability.
I strongly believe that the foods we consume should be healthy, organically produced and are of the highest standard. By choosing to buy Arla Free range organic milk you are also guarantee that inspections are carried out and additional standards are met on animal welfare and sustainability.
What are your choices in milk, do share in the comments below.
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My husband gets through so much milk - its such a staple of his diet and, since switching to organic, I feel a little easier about the sustainability of it all.
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My essentials are usually bread and ham as my partner doesn't like cheese so I don't buy much of it and we don't drink much milk x
ReplyDeleteThose are really, really interesting stats Nayna - milk is so underrated! I'll be trying ARLA out the next time I'm in the supermarket!
ReplyDeleteI tend to use Oatly milk as I've been an on and off vegan for years now and it's just what I'm used to now (even when I'm not vegan) but should I ever go back to non-vegan milk I'd likely try organic milk like this x
ReplyDeleteOh this sounds great! Those little milk bottles are super cute too! I'll look out for this brand!
ReplyDeleteI've never tried it before, but we go through alot of milk too. We used to have free range chickens and the eggs used to taste so much better!
ReplyDeleteMy brothers and dad drank milk with every meal virtually, which as a non milk drinker I found quite strange. I do have milk at home for coffee and tea and Arla is a brilliant product.
ReplyDeleteMilk that is 100% free-ranged is the ONLY type of milk I advocate ANYONE drink!!!
ReplyDeleteI have never heard of Arla Free range organic milk, although, I have to admit I like the sound of what it has the B vitamins and doesn't have the herbicides and pesticides. I also love that they are kind to their animals!
ReplyDeleteWonderful! Love to get organic milk as often as possible. I will try to find this brand.
ReplyDeleteI love that the money goes straight back to the farmers from the Arla range. I always go for semi skimmed milk but I must admit I just pick up the standard one which is neither organic nor supporting anyone
ReplyDeleteIts rare for me to get the organic milk but it always has the great quality ...
ReplyDeleteI will sure try Arla Organic Free range Milk as it is organic and the money goes direct to the farmer from Arla range.
ReplyDeleteI'm not much of a milk drinker. The only time I have milk is with my cereal. I've never heard of Arla Free range organic milk but it sounds like it is really good for you. I have tried the almond milk and liked it.
ReplyDeleteThis looks like wonderful milk. I love finding healthy options for my family. Thanks for the recommendation.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely agree and buy only organic milk for my family.... I worry so much about what a s in the other and don’t want. My children consuming what may be in there....
ReplyDeleteAnything free range is the way to buy. I am a fan of skim and whole milk myself though.
ReplyDeleteIt's great that the cows are not forced t eat grass covered in pesticides or herbicides. I haven't tried the Arla milk yet - from the sound of it I should.
ReplyDeletei may try and def this out with my kids! this def seems better !
ReplyDeleteI haven't heard of Arla milk but after reading your article and seeing the delicious foods.. I will go out and find it. We purchase organic milk but honestly i don't know if it is grass fed. This was such an informative post!
ReplyDeleteI bought some of this the other day as it was all that was available in the garage and to be honest I don't normally go for organic but it was so good, really creamy. Mich x
ReplyDeletePeople always say they can NEVER tell the different but I always can. When our chickens would lay eggs I knew immediately if it was a home laid egg verses egg powder mix they sell in stores. What you eat really matters to your body!!
ReplyDeleteI only ever drink milk when I'm having tea or coffee. I rarely eat cereal anymore. I try to buy free range products a lot though.
ReplyDeleteThis is a really informative post, I learned a lot about organic milk and think I will be making the switch myself. I really like the look of the hot chocolate you made too.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to a nice cup of tea throughout the day too. Milk is such a great drink all day with or without the tea.
ReplyDeleteWe love milk in our house. Although we have never tried this brand before I will have to give it a go.
ReplyDeleteIt's great that they now have milk that is better for you and not so many chemicals involved. I want the recipe to whatever it is you made in that last shot!
ReplyDeleteHa ha that is just hot chocolate. Just boil 1 pint full fat milk in a pan, once its hot add two tablespoons full of hot chocolate powder to it and whisk it . Sweeten to taste and pour the hot chocolate into tall glasses and serve.
DeleteWe visited an Arla farm last year and it was really interesting. I think it's always important to find out where your food comes from.
ReplyDeleteI've been hearing a lot of good things about this brand and I think it's really lovely! I love that their milk is organic and free range! I think it's time to switch brands.
ReplyDeleteI have read a lot about this recently and really want to find a store local to us with it to try. I think it sounds like a great product, organic is always best!
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like a really healthy choice for milk! Having a 1 year old at home we are all about organic now.
ReplyDeleteWe love organic milk. There really is a taste difference in addition to the health and nutrition aspects.
ReplyDeleteI definitely love a good glass of milk with almost everything. I have loved milk since I was little. And my daughter loves it too. Organic is definitely the best.
ReplyDeletei love Arla ! their yogurts are out of this world delicious and i love a band with ethics that care about how animals are treated
ReplyDeleteI am always so amazed at how long organic milk lasts. There's no doubt that it's better for you. I wonder if I could find this brand here in Spain.
ReplyDeleteI usually just pick up whatever milk is in front of me as I am always in a rush, trying to fit shopping in with several other activities. However, after reading all the facts about Arla Organic milk, I will definitely be adding this to my basket instead of the regular supermarket brand!
ReplyDeleteWe do drink a lot of milk at our house and I do always buy the grassfed milk. I'll have to look out for this but I've also started buying A2 milk which has a lot of benefits that regular milk doesn't have.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you, organic is the way to go... I think milk tastes very good with many different foods, you can't go wrong. I'll have to check out the Area free range brand, thanks!
ReplyDeleteOrganic milk is the best and look at hoe many choices of recipes you can use the milk for, so good!
ReplyDeleteI either buy dairy free milk or organic milk but don't think I have tried Arla milk. Will have to give it a try :)
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