Trader Joe's Baconesque Popcorn is like a mullet. Business in the front and party in the back and makes no sense whatsoever. This is popcorn that looks like regular popcorn, but just when you think there is no bacon flavor, it hits you. For a bacon flavor I was astounded to see an "OU" on the bottom front. For those of you who are unfamiliar with this label, it means that it is Kosher. For those of you who require further explanation, Kosher and Bacon don't mix. But some how a strong bacon flavor comes through. It also mentions the OU-D which means there is no meat in this product which on the surface means that this is a crazy oxymoron. But it's tasty. So here is what you get:...
Trader Joe's Riced Cauliflower
Carbs for some people no good. For some of us we can polish off a whole plate of rice when it is presented to us. So an an effort to cut calories, I picked up this bag to see if it was any good and if it can replace rice in a dish. I know Trader Joe's Riced Cauliflower can be used for a number of other things, but I'll let the readers comment on their best uses of this product. For only 25 calories per serving and $2.49, it was worth a try....
Trader Joe's Mango Macarons
Summer doesn't last forever. But the flavors of summer should. Fresh fruit is one of those classic summer flavors. The mango flavor in Trader Joe's Mango Macarons were bright and refreshing. This flavor has been in Trader Joe's for a while, so hopefully it will stick around. Here is what you get for $4.99 per box.
The pros: Â These are a solid choice in the freezer section. They are seasonal. The entire package is the same flavor
The cons:  If you do not enjoy the flavor of mango, then reach for the Macaron Variety Pack or the Chocolate and Vanilla package.
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Trader Joe's Chicken Pot Pie Ravioli
Now that the calendar officially says Fall, you perhaps are craving some of the more comforting items that are so familiar. Trader Joe's Chicken Pot Pie Ravioli takes ravioli and brings a comforting seasonal filling to the mix. It reminded me of Chicken a la King rather than chicken pot pie. The main difference being the crispy pie crust was not there. It was definitely worth a look in the refrigerated section. So here is the breakdown of what you get:...
Trader Joe's Molten Chocolate Macarons
Craving chocolate and crunch at the same time? Love chocolate lava cake and pillowy soft macarons? Look no further than Trader Joe's Molten Chocolate Macarons. You get two large macarons that go into your microwave. It's the taste of a large macaron and a center that will remind you of a chocolate lava cake....