Kathleen
Cupcake
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Favorite Item from Trader Joe's?
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mkaylady
Senior Cook
Absolutely sinful!
We bought the chocolate but they also have Strawberry. I didn't see any Vanilla though, maybe they were out of it.
LindaZ
Senior Cook
I recently had a TJ item - vanilla bean cookies. Absolutely delicious. I don't think there is a Tj anywhere near me - good news - I won't be able to buy the cookies - bad news - I won't be able to buy the cookies. ;0
mkaylady
Senior Cook
I bought Trader Jose's Gorditas and had them last night. I liked them. They are a corn cake filled with cheese and bean but taste sort of like a corn cake quesadilla. I was out of salsa so I put some Bruschetta on top and it then tasted like a pizza.
These may be good for kids lunches too.
These may be good for kids lunches too.
Sir_Loin_of_Beef
Chef Extraordinaire
I very seldom go to Trader Joe because it's just too far out of my way, but when I am in the neighborhood, two things I usually pick up are a bag of frozen seafood (shrimp, scallops, and squid) to use in my jambalaya; and they have this cheese wedge that is English cheddar on the top and bottom with Stilton in between.
jdthompson
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How is the frozen seafood medley at Trader Joe's? I purchased it once from a local grocery store and it wasn't good at all. It pretty much ruined my seafood pasta. The texture was spongy and mushy and also tasted fishy. I've been afraid to buy it since.
Sir_Loin_of_Beef
Chef Extraordinaire
I've only used the Trader Joe medley, and it works great in my jambalaya! Never had a problem with mushy or fishy.
jdthompson
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Thanks...I'll give it a try!
Sir_Loin_of_Beef
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BTW, leftover jambalaya is great for making stuffed peppers!
lisaluvstocook
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Budding foodie here, and I must say that I spent two days reading this entire post! I have a TJ's barely 6 miles from my home, and I've never been. Now thanks to you fine folks, I have a shopping list 1.5 miles long 
. I can't wait to try some of these items, and to explore my local TJ's, I will report back as soon as I get my taste test on!
. I can't wait to try some of these items, and to explore my local TJ's, I will report back as soon as I get my taste test on!
Kathleen
Cupcake
Budding foodie here, and I must say that I spent two days reading this entire post! I have a TJ's barely 6 miles from my home, and I've never been. Now thanks to you fine folks, I have a shopping list 1.5 miles long
Welcome to DC! You have to share what you ended up purchasing at TJs!
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mollyanne
Flour Child
Sir_Loin_of_Beef said:
That sounds delicious and healthy, Sir_Loin. I'd like to try that EnglishCheddar/Stilton cheese too.
I had their new Polenta/Spinach/Carrot medley from the frozen section and it was also delicious and healthy!
Also, their packages of all natural freeze-dried Strawberries and Blueberries for snacking or crumbling on top of salads etc were absolutely amazing...berrry crunchy! The blueberry one was recommended by Dr. Oz. They're found in the TrailMix section
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msmofet
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I know I posted in here somewhere but can't remember what!! LOL Soooooo
- All natural organic creamy peanut butter (only 2 ingredients!! roasted peanuts and salt)
- Pink Himalayan sea salt
- Blue Cave aged blue cheese
- Several assorted types of crackers
- Half and half
- Asian (freezer case - stir frys, fried rice)
- Coffee Ice Cream
- Oatmeal Dunkers cookies
- The bagged greens last much longer than Dole or Fresh Express type bagged greens for example
- Assorted nuts and seeds - peanuts, cashews, sunflower, almonds
- Assorted oils - grapeseed, flaxseed, extra virgin olive oil
- Dark chocolate - 85%
- Dark chocolate peanut butter cups
- Assorted cereals
Kayelle
Chef Extraordinaire
Welcome to DC Lisa, and to Trader Joe's also.
I don't even know how many posts I have on this thread, but I don't think I ever mentioned their frozen "Karat Cake". It's a small cake, which I appreciate, and as good or better than any carrot cake you've ever tasted, complete with yummy cream cheese frosting on the top. Be sure to take off the paper collar when it's still frozen as the frosting really sticks to the paper. I try to keep one available in the freezer for drop in company, but mostly when the two of us are in that "gotta have it" mood.
((((((((MA))))))))) I'm so happy to see you posting again!! Smooch..
I don't even know how many posts I have on this thread, but I don't think I ever mentioned their frozen "Karat Cake". It's a small cake, which I appreciate, and as good or better than any carrot cake you've ever tasted, complete with yummy cream cheese frosting on the top. Be sure to take off the paper collar when it's still frozen as the frosting really sticks to the paper. I try to keep one available in the freezer for drop in company, but mostly when the two of us are in that "gotta have it" mood.
((((((((MA))))))))) I'm so happy to see you posting again!! Smooch..
bakechef
Executive Chef
Kayelle said:Welcome to DC Lisa, and to Trader Joe's also.
I don't even know how many posts I have on this thread, but I don't think I ever mentioned their frozen "Karat Cake". It's a small cake, which I appreciate, and as good or better than any carrot cake you've ever tasted, complete with yummy cream cheese frosting on the top. Be sure to take off the paper collar when it's still frozen as the frosting really sticks to the paper. I try to keep one available in the freezer for drop in company, but mostly when the two of us are in that "gotta have it" mood.
((((((((MA))))))))) I'm so happy to see you posting again!! Smooch..
Thanks for the heads up on the "karat" cake. I love carrot cake but rarely make it because it's too much for the two of us because it isn't my partner's favorite, but chocolate cake is another story!
Kayelle
Chef Extraordinaire
Mark Webster
Senior Cook
Have never been to a Trader Joes, but as luck would have it they are opening two stores locally in the next couple of months. Have been to Balduccis in NYC and Dean and Delucas, but looking forward to this grand opening.
bakechef
Executive Chef
Kayelle said:They have the same size chocolate cake too bakechef!!One for each of you.
You're a bad influence! LOL!
Kayelle
Chef Extraordinaire
As luck would have it is right, Mark. I think many of us would love to own some stock in this store!! Have fun, and keep us informed of your discoveries.
