We Tried Trader Joe’s Papas Rellenas (Potato Croquettes)

Meat and potatoes is a classic combo nearly the world over. And with Trader Joe's Papas Rellenas, TJ's is serving up a Latin American take in the form of mashed potato croquettes stuffed with seasoned ground beef. It's then rolled in bread crumbs and fried for a crunchy outside. All you need is 20 minutes…

ByMichelleFebruary 28, 20240Comments

Product Review

For $5.99, Trader Joe’s Spicy Meat Pizza Is a New Frozen Fave

Can I tell you how surprised I was by Trader Joe's Spicy Meat Pizza? Meat Lovers generally isn't my go-to (I like vegetables, what can I say?), but after popping this one out of the box and seeing the cornicione, the nice ridge on that crust, I was like, Hmh! Let's get it into the…

ByMichelleFebruary 26, 20240Comments

Food News

What’s New (and Returning) at Trader Joe’s – February 21, 2024

In the aftermath of Valentine's Day only a few new items seemed to roll in last week, but I stopped in after a dentist appointment today and there were plenty of new and returning items to chuck into my basket. As spotted in the Pacific Northwest. NEW: I've got the oven preheating for Trader…

ByMichelleFebruary 21, 20240Comments

Product Review

We Tried Trader Joe’s Chocolate Cheesecake Bites

I had high hopes for Trader Joe's Chocolate Cheesecake Bites ($4.99). But with cheesecake, texture is everything. It can be thick and dense New York-style or on the creamier side. Trader Joe's comes in more toward the creamy side with a verrrrrrrrrry crumbly chocolate cookie crust. (If you have a pup who monitors you while…

ByMichelleFebruary 1, 20240Comments

Dessert Product Review

We Tried Trader Joe’s Thai Coconut Pancakes (Kanom Krok)

Coconut fans, Trader Joe's is hooking us up with a super tasty air fryer-friendly dessert. Trader Joe's Thai Coconut Pancakes, or Kanom Krok, is a Thai street food that's usually cooked in a domed pan, similar to a takoyaki or aebelskiver pan. Made with coconut milk and rice flour, the centers cook up to a…

ByMichelleJanuary 17, 20240Comments

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We Tried Trader Joe’s Chicken, Lentil & Caramelized Onion Pilaf

If you're looking for a side dish to go with Trader Joe's Middle Eastern Style kebabs (koobideh), Trader Joe's new pilaf is a pretty decent option. Trader Joe's Chicken, Lentil and Caramelized Onion pilaf ($4.49) is flavored with saffron, cinnamon and cumin and cooks up pretty quick in the microwave. It's similar to something we…

ByMichelleJanuary 4, 20240Comments

Dessert Product Review

3 Best Desserts at Trader Joe’s Right Now

Trader Joe's is unstoppable right now when it comes to frozen section desserts. You've got holiday standbys like the Peppermint Hold the Cones (though it sounds like they're already done for the season in some places), and Peppermint Joe-Joe ice cream. But the three standouts for me right now are: Trader Joe's Mini…

ByMichelleDecember 5, 20230Comments

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Trader Joe’s Adds Beef Bulgogi to its Korean Food Offerings

In the midst of all the holiday hoopla, Trader Joe's just rolled out its version of Beef Bulgogi. You'll remember they've offered a vegan version for awhile. The vegan version was good in tacos, so my hopes were high for Trader Joe's Beef Bulgogi, especially because it clocks in at $12.99. And while prices are…

ByMichelleNovember 28, 20230Comments

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Simple Summer Grilling for Two with Trader Joe’s Grilled Chimichurri Chicken Skewers

With Trader Joe's Grilled Chimichurri Chicken Skewers, it's all about the convenience. Ordinarily I'd make chicken skewers from scratch, but I get the value in not having to plan ahead to marinate the chicken, thread it on skewers and grill it. But then, the recommended reheat method is grilling...so I guess the savings is…

ByMichelleJune 19, 20230Comments

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What’s New at Trader Joe’s This Week?

June 6, 2023 Edition After a couple of big weeks, things were pretty quiet at my local Trader Joe's when it comes to new/returning products. I'm still on the lookout for the ube mochi ice cream, but no luck yet. It's ok, I bought some Tillamook strawberry shortcake frozen custard over the weekend and I…

ByMichelleJune 6, 20230Comments

We Tried Trader Joe’s Papas Rellenas (Potato Croquettes)

For $5.99, Trader Joe’s Spicy Meat Pizza Is a New Frozen Fave

What’s New (and Returning) at Trader Joe’s – February 21, 2024

We Tried Trader Joe’s Chocolate Cheesecake Bites

We Tried Trader Joe’s Thai Coconut Pancakes (Kanom Krok)

We Tried Trader Joe’s Chicken, Lentil & Caramelized Onion Pilaf

3 Best Desserts at Trader Joe’s Right Now

Trader Joe’s Adds Beef Bulgogi to its Korean Food Offerings

Simple Summer Grilling for Two with Trader Joe’s Grilled Chimichurri Chicken Skewers

What’s New at Trader Joe’s This Week?

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