Trader Joe’s works with name brand food manufacturers, such as Amy’s Kitchen and Annie’s Homegrown, to produce items under the Trader Joe’s label. These items are identical to the brand name product, but sold by Trader Joe’s for significantly less. Below are four examples: TJ’s Goddess Dressing for $2.99 vs. $3.99 for Annie’s TJ’s Lentil […]
Easy Sunday Brunch from Trader Joe’s
A great brunch blends breakfast favorites with savory lunch foods in a way that compliments both. Trader Joe’s has many items that are ideal for a quick and easy brunch, including: French toast (fresh made or frozen) with fresh pineapple, banana or berries, maple syrup and a pinch of cinnamon Danish pancakes with maple syrup […]
Mini Frozen Dessert Challenge from Trader Joe’s
I love the idea of mini dessert treats – just a bite or two when you crave something sweet – and Trader Joe’s mini frozen desserts are perfect for summer! I compared the chocolate ice cream cones, mint ice cream mouthfuls and non-dairy chocolate sandwiches. The mini cones are the clear winner – yummy and fun to eat! […]
Delicious Vegan Tostadas from Trader Joe’s
I love tostadas, but Trader Joe’s doesn’t sell ready-to-use tostada shells, only taco shells. I decided to make my own tostada shells using corn tortillas from the bread aisle. Most instructions say to brush or spray tortillas with oil before baking, but I just popped mine in the oven without oil at 350F. I took the […]
Organic Fruit Bonanza at Trader Joe’s!
So happy to see the influx of organic fruit at my local Trader Joe’s! There are now organic strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, apricots, peaches, nectarines and grapes at Trader Joe’s in San Diego. What organic produce is available at your Trader Joe’s?
Trader Joe’s Southwest Salad
The Southwest Salad is my favorite pre-prepared salad at Trader Joe’s. 4 pineapples for this tasty, colorful, filling and low calorie salad. The base is romaine lettuce and cabbage with black beans, corn, cotija cheese, red and green bell pepper and red onion. The dressing is yogurt based ranch. I have my doubts that this […]