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Trader Joe’s Organic Light Brown Sugar

29 · Mar 30, 2020 · 1 Comment

Trader Joe's Organic Brown Sugar

I don’t know about you, but I’m pretty sure the quarantine 15 is going to be a thing. I’ve done more baking in the last 2 weeks than I did over the entire holiday season. The whole being at home thing and staying close to the refrigerator most of the time has been very real. I’m positive pajama pants have given me a false sense of security as well. So, I figured I would revisit an older product review.
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Trader Joe’s Organic Honey Hedgehog Cookies

10 · Mar 12, 2019 · Updated April 7, 2019 · 6 Comments

The box of Trader Joe's Organic Honey Hedgehog Cookies

Here is a quick work place truth: some time after lunch and before it’s time to go, I am some how hungry. If I were still working at an office job, I would have hit the vending machine. However, where I currently work there is no such thing anywhere near me. For better or worse. So that has left me with a plethora of snacks in my desk drawer to avoid spending money at the local stores.

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Trader Joe’s Reduced Guilt Mac and Cheese

43 · Jan 7, 2019 · Updated April 7, 2019 · 6 Comments

An unopened box of Trader Joe's Reduced Guilt Mac and Cheese on a blue background

Well, it wouldn’t be the beginning of the year without looking at the lighter options available at Trader Joe’s. Now, I’ve had my fair share of Mac and Cheese offerings from the Pepperoni Mac and Cheese, Truffle Mac and Cheese, Gluten Free Mac and Cheese, Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese, and Hatch Chile Mac and Cheese. And yes, they are mostly pretty good.
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Trader Joe’s Sweet and Spicy Mango Vinaigrette

9 · Jul 15, 2018 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 7 Comments

Trader Joe's Sweet and Spicy Mango Vinaigrette bottle

The pros: Trader Joe’s Sweet and Spicy Mango Vinaigrette is seasonal.

The cons:  If the name were honest, it would be sweet and cilantro-y. Would make for a better marinade than actual dressing.

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Trader Joe’s Stir Fry Vegetables

75 · Jan 21, 2018 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 1 Comment

Trader Joe's Stir Fry Vegetables bag

The pros: Trader Joe’s Stir Fry Vegetables is a nice sized and easy to prepare stir fry mix.

The cons:  The balance of the veggies could have been better. Mine seemed to be mostly pea pods.

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Trader Joe’s Organic Quinoa and Rice Hot Cereal

24 · Jan 18, 2018 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 10 Comments

Trader Joe's Organic Rice and Quinoa Hot Cereal

The pros: Trader Joe’s Organic Quinoa and Rice Hot Cereal is a new item that is mixed in with all the other decadent flavors of the holiday season. This was ready in about 2 minutes.

The cons: You’ll want to add your own mix ins to this. It’s extremely bland on its own.

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Trader Joe’s It’s Sedimentary My Dear Cookie

97 · Dec 5, 2017 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 9 Comments

Trader Joe's It's Sedimentary My Dear Cookie

The pros:  Trader Joe’s It’s Sedimentary My Dear Cookie is a great gift idea that makes for a tasty batch of cookies.

The cons:  This is a seasonal item. The brown sugar in mine had hardened to near sedimentary rock level making a my spoon have to do a bit of jack hammmering and scraping to get this out. This also requires a 2 hour rest in the refrigerator, so if you need cookies quick, then reach for something else.

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Trader Joe’s November 2017 Fearless Flyer Matchups

8 · Nov 7, 2017 · Updated March 30, 2020 · Leave a Comment

Trader Joe's November 2017 Fearless Flyer Matchups

And now for the fifth installment of the Trader Joe’s Fearless Flyer Matchups. I’ll add more to the list here as reviews are posted.  While I won’t have all of it, you can still take a look at the full flyer here. These are the items listed in the flyer that I have tried and reviewed (or have tried and it’s in a draft folder of this blog waiting to be published).  Happy shopping!  There are some real gems in this month as the Thanksgiving season is about to begin. This is also called the Food Pilgrimager.  So there is likely another one after Thanksgiving. See the bottom for my top 5.  So here are my Trader Joe’s November 2017 Fearless Flyer matchups.

If you have any requests or comments of things I didn’t try yet, leave me a comment. I’d love to hear from you.  Anything with a picture is a review from this blog, Become Betty.  Anything without a picture is a link to another site that has reviewed the product.  There are a large number of items that are brand new and no reviews are posted.  Others have returned from last year and there still aren’t any reviews to which there are no links associated with them. I’ve linked to other reviewers who have tried some of the items.  If there is a picture featured, it’s a review from Become Betty, if not, you’ll be taken to an outside reviewer who shared their thoughts on this product. I hope you find this helpful and cheers until the next Fearless Flyer!…

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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 Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

23 · Sep 3, 2017 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 4 Comments

Trader Joe's Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

The pros:  Trader Joe’s Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese is new, frozen, filling, and the first fall seasonal item that I’ve found at my local Trader Joe’s.

The cons: It’s still mac and cheese so don’t expect this to be diet food. Mine was more spicy than I thought it would be. Based on the box design, this is likely seasonal.

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Trader Joe’s Tzatziki Dip

46 · Aug 10, 2017 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 4 Comments

Trader Joe's Tzatziki Dip

The pros:  Trader Joe’s Tzatziki Dip is a pretty good refrigerated dip that is a hybrid of a Tzatziki sauce and a cucumber salad. Amazingly, the cucumbers were still very crisp.

The cons:  Has a lot more cucumbers than I was expecting, so it might not be for everyone.

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Trader Joe’s Organic Frosted Cherry Pomegranate Toaster Pastries

3 · Jul 25, 2017 · Updated June 18, 2020 · 2 Comments

Trader Joe's Organic Frosted Cherry Pomegranate Toaster Pastries on a dark surface

recently reviewed a different flavor of Toaster Pastries. I started with Trader Joe’s Organic Frosted Brown Sugar because that was the most familiar flavor from my childhood. Maybe that wasn’t the best place to start. Now, obviously these are a spin on the more commercially available Pop-Tarts. But they are done Trader Joe’s way.

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Trader Joe’s Sweet Corn, Burrata and Basil Ravioli

46 · Jun 27, 2017 · Updated October 29, 2018 · Leave a Comment

Trader Joe's Sweet Corn, Burrata and Basil Ravioli

The pros: Trader Joe’s Sweet Corn, Burrata and Basil Ravioli is the newest addition to Trader Joe’s fresh pasta items. It’s very pretty to look at. The cheese and basil were nice.

The cons: Not much of a burrata taste and the corn is whole.

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Trader Joe’s Pizza Parlanno

25 · May 24, 2017 · Updated October 29, 2018 · Leave a Comment

Trader Joe's Pizza Parlanno

The pros:  Trader Joe’s Pizza Parlanno is a pretty tasty pizza ready in about 10 minutes. If you your pizza with lots of toppings, this is the best one to reach for in the Trader Joe’s refrigerated case.

The cons: Crust could have used a bit more salt.

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Trader Joe’s Pepperoni Pizza Mac and Cheese

6 · Apr 26, 2017 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 7 Comments

An unopened box of Trader Joe's Pepperoni Mac and Cheese Bowl on a yellow surface

The pros: Trader Joe’s Pepperoni Pizza Mac and Cheese bowl has elements of both pizza and mac and cheese.

The cons:  Did not really remind me of pizza and it was watery from the microwave even though I put lots of holes in the plastic covering.

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Trader Joe’s Pizza 4Formaggi

2 · Apr 14, 2017 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 3 Comments

Trader Joe's Pizza 4Formaggi

The pros:  Trader Joe’s Pizza 4Formaggi is a decent freezer pizza that can be ready in about 10 minutes.

The cons:  The crust seemed bland.

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Trader Joe’s Baby Spinach and Cranberry Salad Mix

15 · Apr 10, 2017 · Updated October 29, 2018 · Leave a Comment

Trader Joe's Baby Spinach with Cranberries Candied Pecans Miners Blue Cheese and Raspberry Vinaigrette bag

The pros:  Trader Joe’s Baby Spinach and Cranberry Salad Mix is a tasty combination of flavors.

The cons:  Price, you are paying a premium here for a mix of components. The bag of candied pecans seems small and I wished there was more dressing.

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Stew Leonard’s Rainbow Roses

1 · Apr 9, 2017 · Updated April 7, 2019 · 1 Comment

Stew Leonard's Rainbow Roses

The hottest thing on social media is rainbow everything. It started with food. Now it’s moved into a place where it belongs: flowers. Rainbow roses aren’t new, but they are new to Stew Leonard’s. I found myself stuck staring at the options. Stew Leonard’s Rainbow Roses took my breath away without taking my wallet away. I brought them home to see how long they would last. Truth is, I don’t think I’ve ever enjoyed a bunch of flower so much before. I can’t help but stare at them. All the time. I know they don’t occur naturally like that. But is doesn’t matter. I love them and they are worth every penny of the $19.99 I paid for them. Here is how they held up:…

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Trader Joe’s Buffalo Milk Butter

21 · Apr 5, 2017 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 2 Comments

Trader Joe's Buffalo Milk Butter

The pros: Trader Joe’s Buffalo Milk Butter has less cholesterol than regular butter. It tastes pretty much like regular butter. Trader Joe’s Buffalo Milk Butter is made from grass fed buffaloes in India.

The cons:  While on the cholesterol front it’s healthier, it is just as caloric as regular butter. You won’t notice the pink Himalayan salt. Doesn’t melt as quickly as regular butter. Doesn’t spread as well as regular butter either.

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Trader Joe’s Pizza Dough

84 · Apr 2, 2017 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 2 Comments

Trader Joe's Pizza Dough

The pros:  Trader Joe’s Pizza Dough is inexpensive, can be frozen and is a good item to keep on hand.

The cons:  Watch the shelf life. It’s a fresh item and won’t last forever. This item can be frozen if you are not going to use it right away.

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Trader Joe’s Butter Lettuce

18 · Mar 24, 2017 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 6 Comments

Trader Joe's Butter Lettuce

The pros:  If you find salad to be boring or just love iceberg lettuce, Trader Joe’s Butter Lettuce is a good product to pick up.

The cons:  Not as nutrient dense as some other salads in a bag, but if you need to break up your routine, this is a good one to reach for.

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Trader Joe’s Thai Sweet Chili Veggie Burger

42 · Mar 22, 2017 · Updated October 29, 2018 · 2 Comments

Trader Joe's Thai Sweet Chili Veggie Burger

The pros:  Trader Joe’s Thai Sweet Chili Veggie Burger is an Asian spin on their other veggie burgers. Was tasty out of the frying pan. Heat is subtle but present. Trader Joe’s Thai Sweet Chili Burger had enough oil in the burger to cook it without oil in a pan.

The cons:  If you are looking for that fake meat flavor, you are out of luck here.

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Trader Joe’s Canneles de Bordeaux

5 · Mar 20, 2017 · Updated October 29, 2018 · Leave a Comment

Trader Joe's Canneles De Bordeaux

The pros: Trader Joe’s Canneles de Bordeaux is respectable in calories. Reminded me of a creme brulee with it’s caramelized outside (but no crunch here) and custard filling. I enjoyed this more heated slightly in the microwave than cooled.

The cons:  These dessert are small so plan accordingly. You’ll finish each in about four bites.

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Trader Joe’s Matar Paneer

5 · Mar 17, 2017 · Updated October 29, 2018 · Leave a Comment

Matar Paneer

The pros: Trader Joe’s Matar Paneer star ingredients were the peas and paneer were the stars here. The curry sauce was just ok.

The cons: Not the best of the Indian selections, but hey what do you expect in a can? Not pretty when you open and dump out the can.

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