We Tried Trader Joe’s Mini French Baguettes

I wanna say Trader Joe's Mini French Baguettes are actually a returning item. I swear they had them, or something similar, like 5+ (maybe more) years ago. And if memory serves, the old ones were better. Out of the bag, they're roughly the same size as an Olive Garden bread stick. They go directly…

ByMichelleMarch 2, 20211Comment

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We Tried Trader Joe’s Spicy Pumpkin Curry Simmer Sauce

Was I the one who just said she wasn't quite on the pumpkin train yet? Well, I made an exception for Trader Joe's Spicy Pumpkin Curry Simmer Sauce. Yesterday, it was finally cool enough to even think about fall food. Granted, it was because we've been under a blanket of wildfire smoke this weekend. Seriously,…

ByMichelleSeptember 14, 20200Comments

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We Tried Trader Joe’s Harissa Chicken Thighs

It's a weird time to review Trader Joe's products, because well, it's just a weird time, period. We're in the throws of a pandemic, you're doing your part to socially distance yourself. And maybe you did or didn't pick up a package of these chicken thighs on your last TJ's run. All anyone is…

ByMichelleMarch 16, 20200Comments

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Trader Joe’s Roasted Cauliflower and Cheese Ravioli w/ Kale Pesto

I'm starting to think I've been missing out when it comes to Trader Joe's refrigerated pastas. I love the Ricotta and Lemon Zest one and I usually buy the cheese tortellini if I'm making soup, but I haven't really explored the rest. I can now tell you, the Roasted Cauliflower and Cheese ravioli is very…

ByMichelleMarch 10, 20200Comments

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3 Ideas for Trader Joe’s Everything But the Elote Seasoning

The wait for Trader Joe's Everything But the Elote Seasoning is over! Now in stores, the seasoning inspired by a crew member in Sammamish, WA, might be one of the top items shoppers have been waiting for. ($2.49 for a 2.3 oz. bottle). You remember Elote Corn Chip Dippers from last year, right? They weren't…

ByMichelleFebruary 18, 20200Comments

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We Tried Trader Joe’s Maple Ginger Cookie Swirl Ice Cream

Trader Joe’s Maple Ginger Cookie Swirl Ice Cream expands TJ’s celebration of fall flavors.

ByMichelleSeptember 24, 20190Comments

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We Tried Trader Joe’s Outside-In Stuffed Gnocchi

We all know how ga-ga the gluten-free crowd went over Trader Joe's cauliflower gnocchi. TJ's is back with a traditional potato gnocchi stuffed with tomato sauce and mozzarella. Trader Joe's Outside-In Stuffed Gnocchi is in the frozen section and runs $2.99 per 16 oz. bag. The stovetop instructions tell you to toss them in 1 T.…

ByMichelleMarch 19, 20190Comments

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We Tried Trader Joe’s Chocolate Salted Caramel Mug Cake

The microwavable mug cake has been a Pinterest staple for years. Duncan Hines and Betty Crocker have their own versions. Trader Joe's is getting in on the single-serve cake space with Trader Joe's Chocolate Salted Caramel mug cake. Each box contains two single servings and goes for $1.99. Trader Joe's version comes with a packet of…

ByMichelleSeptember 25, 20180Comments

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We Tried Trader Joe’s Sparkling Coconut Water with Yuzu

Trader Joe's seems to have coconut water options all over the store, but I'm picky and most of them have been just ok. Usually they're flat or taste watered down. The best of them is in the refrigerated section, and it was my favorite until I tried Trader Joe's new Sparkling Coconut Water with Yuzu.…

ByMichelleSeptember 11, 20180Comments