The Trader Joe’s Thread

[SportyGirly125]

I know we have threads dedicated to specific beauty brands but I didn’t really see one dedicated or updated for all things Trader Joe’s. It could be beauty, skincare, haircare, household or grocery items. Post your finds here so others could be on a lookout of what to find or is newly released at their local store. It could also be something you think people should try. Their beauty section is so underrated and most people don’t even know they have a beauty aisle.  Their candles and seasonal items are amazing and they always have unique snacks. 

[SportyGirly125]

@Ispend2much6 When I went last time they said this Wednesday and next Wednesday all the Christmas stuff would be out and that they want all the Thanksgiving sold.

[faeriegirl]

The peppermint pretzels look delicious @SportyGirly125!

[faeriegirl]

@SportyGirly125 @Ispend2much6  I found the Peppermint pretzel slims today and they are so good!

[Ispend2much6]

@faeriegirl  @SportyGirly125  Yay!  I think I need to buy the ones from Target (also come in dark chocolate.)  The ingredients are identical, except for the crushed candy canes on top.

I bought a bag to send to my son at college; he loves these.

Mission accomplished- TJ's had ONE peppermint jo jo ice cream in the freezer, with a huge empty spot around it.  I asked a crew member if they had more in the back, and she found some!  They also had the peppermint "hold the cones," mini ice cream cones, which are also good.  These are nice for a small treat.

[SportyGirly125]

@Ispend2much6 @faeriegirl 

This is the Target one. They also have them at Sprouts too. 

[faeriegirl]

@SportyGirly125  I got a bag of those last year in the Christmas gift exchange. I had no idea they were at Target. Thank you!!!

[SportyGirly125]

@faeriegirl You can also find something similar at Target. 

[Ispend2much6]

@faeriegirl @SportyGirly125 Yes, yes they are. I have one son who can polish off a bag in one sitting.

[SportyGirly125]

@Ispend2much6 Wow that's impressive.

[Ispend2much6]

@SportyGirly125   He's skinny too.

[SportyGirly125]

@faeriegirl They are soooo addicting.

[SportyGirly125]

[Ispend2much6]

@SportyGirly125  Yay!  Thanks for letting us know I didn't see this.

I bought more holiday fun today.

[SportyGirly125]

@Ispend2much6 Woo chocolate peppermint sounds good.

My local TJs said more stuff is coming tomorrow with everything for the holidays arriving next Wednesday.  They want to get rid of all their Thanksgiving stuff soon.

[Ispend2much6]

@SportyGirly125They'd better hurry up and get their turkeys in then!  I noticed ours was completely out of pumpkin pie spice and canned pumpkin.

[SportyGirly125]

@Ispend2much6 Turkeys are coming in 11/12.  I heard they are selling 3 different types.

[Ispend2much6]

@SportyGirly125  Thanks!  I have always liked the kosher ones.  They're already brined, so they're moist and tasty.  But, a lot of times there are feather quills left on, so I end up plucking the turkey more than my eyebrows.😂

[Kim888]

Oooooh looks like lots of fun stuff @SportyGirly125 !!

[Ispend2much6]

I roasted the Holiday Hash vegetable mix tonight, adding chopped fresh fennel and yellow potatoes.  I added olive oil and coarse ground pepper before roasting.  It smells so good- it already has parsley, sage, and rosemary in it!

I took a chance after it was done and seasoned a bite of it with balsamic glaze. @eshoe It's balsamic to the rescue! I think I will try to duplicate this for Thanksgiving, since all of the other dishes I make use pounds of butter. 🙂

[eshoe]

Mmmmmm @Ispend2much6 that looks delicious! I love fennel - did you use the fronds or the stalk? Oh yes, I was at Costco and almost picked up some butter, but thought hmmm, I don’t think I need that much. Thanksgiving is in two weeks, that’s why 🤦🏻‍♀️

[Ispend2much6]

@eshoeI use the bulbs.  For some reason it pairs well with potatoes, onions, and sweet potatoes. 🙂  47 days until Christmas!