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Trader Joe’s Italian Kale Salad with Chicken Recipe

19 Jul 2015 By tjsreviews

 

Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. Heat skillet on low
  2. Add 1 tbsp Trader Joe’s Garlic Olive Oil
  3. Add 1/2 package of Trader Joe’s Kale
  4. Stir and cook for around three minutes
  5. Add chopped up asparagus
  6. Continue stirring/cooking for around two more minutes
  7. Add chicken and chopped green onions
  8. Cook for an additional 1.5 minutes on high
  9. Turn off stove, add to bowl
  10. Add dressing to taste
  11. Sprinkle crushed tortilla chips on top
  12. Stir

Enjoy!

Serves Two

Trader Joe’s Health & Wellness Apple Cider Vinegar Drink Recipe

18 Jul 2015 By tjsreviews

 

Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. Fill 3/4 of a mug with hot water
  2. Add four drops of Stevia
  3. Add 1 tbsp of honey
  4. Add one to two tablespoons of Apple Cider Vinegar
  5. Stir

Salut!

Note: the taste of Apple Cider Vinegar may be a bit overwhelming at first, but it has a whole host of amazing health benefits and once you get used to it, you’ll be sipping away like a champ in no time!

Trader Joe’s Sweet Apple Chicken Sausage Recall

22 Apr 2015 By tjsreviews

 

Trader Joe's Sweet Apple Chicken Sausage
Trader Joe’s Sweet Apple Chicken Sausage

 

In April 2015, Trader Joe’s issued a recall of certain packages of Sweet Apple Chicken Sausage, due to concern about small plastic pieces potentially being included in the product. The recall only affects Sweet Apple Chicken Sausage with the following expiration dates:

USE OR FREEZE BY APR 22 15
USE OR FREEZE BY APR 25 15
USE OR FREEZE BY APR 29 15

If yours does not include one of those dates, then you’re good to go. If it does, you should return it to your local TJ’s for a full refund.

Trader Joe’s A Dozen Sweet Bites Recall

22 Apr 2015 By tjsreviews

 

Trader Joe's A Dozen Sweet Bites
Trader Joe’s A Dozen Sweet Bites

 

In April 2015, Trader Joe’s issued a recall of A Dozen Sweet Bites, after finding out from their supplier that the dessert contains coconut, which is not listed on the ingredients label.

Note: If you do not have a coconut allergy, there is absolutely no risk to consuming this product. Trader Joe’s is solely recalling it as a precaution for those who do have coconut allergies.  If you purchased A Dozen Sweet Bites and have a coconut allergy, you can return it to your local TJ’s for a full refund.

Trader Joe’s Raw Walnuts Recall

06 Apr 2015 By tjsreviews

In March 2015, Trader Joe’s issued a recall on certain raw walnuts due to a potential Salmonella contamination. Here’s a list of all products affected by the recall:

(Note: only the versions with these specific “Best By” dates are being recalled)

Product: Trader Joe’s Nuts Raw California Walnut Pieces – 16oz
UPC Code: 00373685
BEST BY: 12/2015
Lot Number: GU4345

Product: Trader Joe’s Nuts Raw California Walnut Halves & Pieces – 16oz
UPC Code: 00943338
BEST BY: 12/2015
Lot Number: GU4346; GU4349; GU4356

Product: Trader Joe’s Nuts Raw California Walnut Baking Pieces – 16oz
UPC Code: 00519342
BEST BY: 12/2015
Lot Number: GU4350

Product: Trader Joe’s Nuts Raw California Premium Walnut Halves – 16oz
UPC Code: 00519328
BEST BY: 12/2015
Lot Number: GU4343; GU4344; GU4351; GU4352

Product: Trader Joe’s Organic Raw Walnut Halves & Pieces – 12oz
UPC Code: 00586627
BEST BY: OCT 15 2015; OCT 16 2015

If you’ve purchased any of these, you should dispose of them or return to your local Trader Joe’s for a full refund. Trader Joe’s has not had any customers report illness associated with the above walnuts, but are recalling them as an extra precaution.

Trader Joe’s Holiday Desserts

25 Dec 2014 By tjsreviews

 

It’s that time of year again – jingle bells are ringing, menorahs are being lit, and best of all, Trader Joe’s seasonal desserts are in stock!

Trader Joe's Holiday Desserts

Check out the full list of Trader Joe’s seasonal dessert reviews here, and let us know what you think!

Trader Joe’s Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins Recipe

23 Oct 2014 By tjsreviews

 

Trader Joe's Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins
Trader Joe’s Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins

 

Ingredients:

 

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F
  2. Combine eggs, oil, and water in a mixing bowl. Stir and add mix. Fold together for a minute or two until smooth.
  3. Add chocolate chips and pumpkin pie spice, stir for another minute.
  4. Pour into lighlty greased muffin tins.
  5. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes.

 

Makes 18 muffins

Trader Joe’s Snack Recipe: Blue Corn Chips & Tahini Sauce

20 Oct 2014 By tjsreviews

This one goes out to everyone who likes their snacks simple but filling, wholesome yet delicious. Are you ready for the long list of ingredients included in this one? Here goes…

Ingredients:

Trader Joe’s Organic Blue Corn Tortilla Chips with Sprouted Amaranth, Quinoa, and Chia Seeds

Trader Joe’s Tahini Sauce

Directions:

Open chip bag. Enjoy the satisfying tear of the package as the delicious scent of chips wafts out. Grab handful. Dip into Tahini sauce. Place in mouth, and let out a satisfied sigh.

Trader Joe’s Balsamic Chicken, Broccoli, & Mashed Potatoes Recipe

16 Jul 2014 By tjsreviews

 

Ingredients:

1 package of Trader Joe’s balsamic vinegar chicken

1 cup of Trader Joe’s broccoli florets (could use frozen or fresh bagged)

1 package of Trader Joe’s frozen  mashed potatoes

Trader Joe’s garlic salt

 

Directions:

Cut up balsamic vinegar chicken into pieces of desired size and stir-fry with broccoli florets, sprinkling a pinch or two of garlic salt in the pan. Serve over heated mashed potatoes. Bon appetit!

 

Serves 2-3