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Trader Joe’s Ricotta and Lemon Zest Ravioli

67 · Jun 3, 2019 · 6 Comments

An unopened box of Trader Joe's Ricotta and Lemon Zest Ravioli on a marble surface

If you buy fresh pasta from Trader Joe’s, you might have noticed they’ve updated the packaging on most of the ravioli products. They are now brightly colored. This means one of two things: either they’ve changed the product or they’ve only just updated the packaging.

In this case they’ve altered the name from previous years. They’ve dropped the name “Girasoli” and added the word ravioli. But overall, the taste seems pretty spot on from previous years. …

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Trader Joe’s Creamy Chicken and Poblano Ravioli

57 · Feb 11, 2019 · Updated April 7, 2019 · 9 Comments

An unopened package of Trader Joe's Creamy Chicken and Poblano Ravioli

Finally. Something that can be considered real food. An actual meal. The past month, all the new items that have landed in store have been more or less junk food. I’ve had enough of cookies and sweets for a bit. Well, if it weren’t for one last lap around the store, I would have missed these. These are the newest addition to the fresh pasta aisle since the addition of the Italian Sausage and Four Cheese Ravioli.

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Trader Joe’s Black Truffle Alfredo Pasta Sauce

95 · Dec 2, 2018 · Updated April 7, 2019 · 2 Comments

An unopened jar of Trader Joe's Black Truffle Alfredo Pasta Sauce and a bag of unopened Organic Italian Garganelli

Behold, a two for one review. While most of this will center around the new and seasonal Black Truffle, I made it with the new seasonal pasta, Garganelli. Which by the way, looks a lot like a candy cane color. But for right now, truffle seems to be the flavor of the winter time. And there is no shortage of it.

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Trader Joe’s Fall Zucchette Pasta

102 · Oct 25, 2018 · 19 Comments

An unopened bag of Trader Joe's Fall Zucchette Pasta

It’s time to revisit a Fall Seasonal item that likes to appear on store shelves in the Fall. And yes, this is one of several seasonal pastas that like to show up on store shelves. In a typical year you’ll see the appearance of the colorful Trofie Colore and the Winter Snowflake Pasta. But at the end of the day, while they may look different, but the taste is similar. …

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Trader Joe’s Sweet Italian Sausage and Four Cheese Ravioli

56 · Oct 20, 2018 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 6 Comments

An unopened package of Trader Joe's Sweet Italian Sausage and Four Cheese Ravioli

I’m at Trader Joe’s about twice a week. But I’ve noticed a bit of a shift in the pasta section recently. Yes, there are some new pastas like this and the Brussels Sprout ravioli, but also it seems that some packaging is also being updated as well. Which means, I may have to revisit some older reviews to get them updated. But in the meanwhile, Trader Joe’s Sweet Italian Sausage and Four Cheese Ravioli is another new one.

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Trader Joe’s Brussels Sprouts and Caramelized Onion Ravioli

59 · Oct 11, 2018 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 21 Comments

Trader Joe's Brussels Sprouts and Caramelized Onion Ravioli

There are a handful of foods the are absolutely polarizing to discuss: cilantro, truffle, and yes Brussels Sprouts (I know there are far more than just those). But only one of those has food memories often associated with childhood. Either you have grown to like it, or you remember sitting at the dinner table with those terrible mini cabbages which you knew by smell alone were vile.

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Trader Joe’s Diner Mac and Cheese

98 · Sep 9, 2018 · Updated July 13, 2020 · 11 Comments

Trader Joe's Diner Mac and Cheese

If there is anything quite as comforting as mac and cheese, then I can’t think of what it is. Here is a box I’ve walked past a whole bunch of times.

For one reason only: the calorie count.

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Trader Joe’s Marinara Sauce

14 · Sep 5, 2018 · Updated July 1, 2020 · 6 Comments

Trader Joe's Marinara Sauce

I work just outside of Little Italy. Needless to say, there is some really good food there. But the sauce, and marinara sauce at that, is a source of both pride and debate. Some people call it sauce while others refer to it as gravy.

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Trader Joe’s Squid Ink Spaghetti

59 · Aug 28, 2018 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 7 Comments

Trader Joe's Squid Ink Spaghetti

I love pasta. I’ll take all the carbs if you aren’t having them. The only time I’ve seen squid ink pasta is on the Food Network or on the menu of some fancy schmancy place….

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Trader Joe’s Mediterranean Style Orzo Pasta Salad

65 · May 27, 2018 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 9 Comments

Trader Joe's Mediterranean Style Orzo Pasta Salad package

The pros: Trader Joe’s Mediterranean Style Orzo Pasta Salad is new and makes for a good grab and go item if you are going to a BBQ or need a quick side dish.

The cons: Could use a bit more acidity. If you plan on mixing everything in this bowl, you’ll need to move it to a new container.

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Trader Joe’s Lemon Basil Pasta Salad

76 · Mar 22, 2018 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 16 Comments

Trader Joe's Lemon Basil Pasta Salad

The pros: Trader Joe’s Lemon Basil Pasta Salad is new to the refrigerate aisle and is vast improvement over some of the grab and go food items.

The cons: Mine only had a tiny wedge of lemon. If you are planning on eating this for lunch, then be ready for the fact this bowl is 500 calories. If you need to mix the ingredients, you’ll want to reach for a bigger bowl.

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Trader Joe’s Fusilli with Vegetables and Basil Pesto

18 · Mar 9, 2018 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 1 Comment

Trader Joe's Fusilli with Vegetables and Basil Pesto

The pros:  Trader Joe’s Fusilli with Vegetables and Basil Pesto is a quick meal. The veggies here are the highlight.

The cons: Not much in the way of pesto.

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Trader Joe’s 3 Cheese Vegetable Ravioli

23 · Mar 6, 2018 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 2 Comments

Trader Joe's 3 Cheese Vegetable Ravioli

The pros: Trader Joe’s 3 Cheese Vegetable Ravioli seems to the fresh pasta section in the refrigerated case.

The cons: Flavors here might not be for everyone. Some of mine were very stuck together. One leaked its filling

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Trader Joe’s Organic Italian Artisan Pasta Gigli

38 · Feb 26, 2018 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 9 Comments

Trader Joe's Organic Italian Artisan Pasta Gigli

The pros: Trader Joe’s Organic Italian Artisan Pasta Gigli is one of three new pastas that are organic and artisan.

The cons:  This is a premium priced pasta, but is still affordable. A few pasta pieces lost their cool shape.

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Trader Joe’s Ricotta and Spinach Tortelloni with Red Pesto

11 · Feb 10, 2018 · Updated October 29, 2018 · Leave a Comment

Trader Joe's Ricotta and Spinach Tortelloni with Red Pesto box

The pros:  Trader Joe’s Ricotta and Spinach Tortelloni with Red Pesto is a filling and tasty meal for one. There were a good amount of veggies in this.

The cons: Those who don’t love whole tomatoes might not appreciate their presence here. A bit high on the calorie side for a frozen meal.

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Trader Joe’s Organic Pesto Tortellini

22 · Feb 7, 2018 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 2 Comments

Trader Joe's Organic Pesto Tortellini box

The pros:  Trader Joe’s Organic Pesto Tortellini has been on the shelves for quite some time. It makes for a quick and easy meal.

The cons:  Bland tasting pesto with almost no texture to it.

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Trader Joe’s Organic Italian Artisan Pasta Orecchiette

17 · Feb 2, 2018 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 4 Comments

Trader Joe's Organic Italian Artisan Pasta Orecchiette bag

The pros:  Trader Joe’s Organic Italian Artisan Pasta Orecchiette is one of three new pastas on Trader Joe’s shelves. All three are labeled as organic and kosher.

The cons:  Mine took closer to 18 minutes to reach an al dente texture. Be sure to test before draining these.

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Trader Joe’s Organic Italian Artisan Pasta Capunti

14 · Jan 28, 2018 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 4 Comments

Trader Joe's Organic Italian Artisan Pasta Capunti bag

The pros:  Trader Joe’s Organic Italian Artisan Pasta Capunti is a new and tasty pasta in a fun shape.

The cons: Other than the fun shape, there was nothing stand out about this pasta.

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Trader Joe’s Italian Marinara Sauce with Barolo Wine

34 · Jan 11, 2018 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 20 Comments

An unopened jar of Trader Joe's Italian Marinara Sauce with Barolo Wine

The pros: Trader Joe’s Italian Marinara Sauce with Barolo Wine is new and has an almost homemade taste to it. This is far more complex than most other sauces. The smell of this had me both smiling and thinking about Julia Child.

The cons: Slightly more expensive than some of the other sauces on the shelves. Jar indicates that the whole jar should be consumed in three days.

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Trader Joe’s Italian Linguine

6 · Jan 1, 2018 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 4 Comments

Trader Joe's Italian Linguine

The pros:  Trader Joe’s Italian Linguine is well priced but otherwise completely average pasta.

The cons:  The plastic bag saves space but can also lead to more breakage.

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Trader Joe’s Winter Snowflake Pasta

18 · Nov 15, 2017 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 4 Comments

Trader Joe's Winter Snowflake Pasta

The pros:  Trader Joe’s Winter Snowflake Pasta is one of many seasonal and whimsical shapes of pasta that Trader Joe’s offers on a rotating basis.

The cons:  This pasta is special because of its shape, but there is nothing else that stands out about this product. For me, the cooking directions were off.

The verdict:  …

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Trader Joe’s Gluten Free Egg Fettuccine Pasta

49 · Oct 30, 2017 · Updated July 14, 2020 · 5 Comments

Trader Joe's Gluten Free Egg Fettuccine Pasta

As I’ve stated previously, I’m not gluten-free and do not live with anyone who has any intolerance towards gluten. That being said, I always like to see how different food items compare to the “real stuff.”

While on my latest trip to Trader Joe’s, I walked past the pastas and noticed on that I hadn’t seen previously: Trader Joe’s Gluten Free Egg Fettuccine Pasta.

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Trader Joe’s Vegan Kale, Cashew and Basil Pesto

90 · Oct 19, 2017 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 12 Comments

Trader Joe's Vegan Kale Cashew Basil Pesto

The pros: Trader Joe’s Vegan Kale, Cashew and Basil Pesto is excellent pesto that rivals homemade.

The cons:  Don’t let pesto’s green appearance fool you, this is not a low calorie sauce.

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Trader Joe’s Puttanesca Sauce

5 · Oct 8, 2017 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 2 Comments

Trader Joe's Puttanesca Sauce

The pros:  Trader Joe’s Puttanesca Sauce is a thick sauce that has a lot going on. It’s got sweet tomatoes, but savory elements too with a touch of heat.

The cons: If you are not a fan of olives, capers, or the subtle taste of anchovies, then this is not the sauce you should reach for.

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