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The Last Word in Peanut Butter
I know I've already professed my love for Peter Pan peanut butter, but now Conagra, the manufacturer of Peter Pan, has answered back. You might recall that when the recall of Peter Pan peanut butter occured back in March, I was dismayed. I also followed the recall guidelines and threw out two full jars of peanut butter and returned the lids to Conagra.
I later received a $5 check to reimburse me for the peanut butter. Nice gesture, but it didn't taste too good between two slices of bread. From March through August all of us Peter Pan lovers looked for suitable substitutes to satisfy our peanut butter cravings. We mourned the day we dumped our love, and we longed for a second chance.
Finally, in August the store shelves were suddenly adorned with our Peter Pan peanut butter jars. There was cause for celebration and we, without hesitation, accepted Peter Pan back in our lives. The misdeeds of Conagra could be forgotten. Our love had returned.
And now Conagra has made one last gesture in winning our hearts back, as if that's necessary. In the mail the other day I received a colorful flyer. Red, yellow and white. Just like the Peter Pan labels. Inside the flyer was a coupon for a free jar of Peter Pan peanut butter! Free!
The coupon is accompanied by a "Pledge" that Peter Pan "is committed to being a trusted brand for you and the ones you love." Sort of sounds like a marriage vow, doesn't it? "Yes, honey, I'll be faithful. I did you wrong once, but never again."
To top it off, the flyer I received also instructed me to go to a special website and list the names of three friends who might enjoy a $1 coupon off Peter Pan peanut butter. Sort of like, who should I choose for my best man and ushers?
Anyway, what more could a guy ask more? I have made amends with Conagra for breaking my heart back in March, and for staying away for so long. Today I'll get my free jar of Peter Pan peanut butter and put it next to the four jars I've already purchased since its return.
This should be the last of the Peter Pan story. Hopefully, we can settle in and live happily ever after.
Comments
Peanut Butter; no Pan, no Peter:
Peanuts, low or no salt
Olive oil
Mini food processor.
You are in control. Crunchy or smooth, thick or thin. No preservatives, no additives. Tasty!
Posted by: Bob Glenn | October 12, 2007 4:23 PM
The comments from lovers are understood, but hurtful to someone who is paying the ultimate price for the sandwich. You may not be aware of the serious bacterial infection that is sometimes brought on by salmonella poisoning. It is painful and agonizing. I was not so lucky as to just "get over it." I was lucky enough to live through it so far. I did keep my poison jars, so I may be compensated for medical and suffering, but there is nothing worth the past year of misery with reactive arthritis. I have not, and never will eat peanut butter again. I can't help wondering just what else might finish me off.
Posted by: Jan from Missouri | October 9, 2007 5:46 PM
Foxy,
Time to move on from the processed stuff like Peter Pan and try Teddie Natural. We stock up when visiting the North Country.
Posted by: norm | October 7, 2007 3:58 PM
Fox man,
All is right with the world again!!
Posted by: Bryan Benway | October 7, 2007 2:11 PM
Friends, did you say friends???
After reading the August Peter Pan blog, I also purchased the long-absent peanut butter. Over the years I have become fond of the less-fat recipe but could not find it on the shelf. The original creamy was purchased and yes, indeed, it was truly a treat. I will continue to hope the less-fat will return as Peter Pan is definitely my favorite in all categories.
As a side note, you should have received more than the free jar offer as I’m certain you triggered everyone’s desire for the creamy substance and many jars were purchased after reading your blog.
(Foxy's note: Hey, great idea, Elaine! I think I'll print out those blogs and send them to Peter Pan (aka Conagra) and see what results. Maybe the story isn't over!)
Posted by: Elaine from Orlando | October 6, 2007 9:49 AM
Time to move on, Foxy! How many times have we all been disappointed and received no money or reward? If you are looking for names for the coupon, I would appreciate consideration as I love Peter Pan, too!
Posted by: The Donald | October 6, 2007 9:16 AM