Simply Delicious Garlic Bread From Trader Joe's


Updated 06/06/11 9:18 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Review of Trader Joe's White Cheddar Roasted Garlic Bread

We're not the only ones who love Trader Joe's products! Here, Lauren praises their scrumptious bread. My new favorite product at Trader Joe's is an organic white cheddar roasted garlic bread. It is a small loaf, but it is full garlic cloves that roast as the bread cooked, so it is nice and mild in flavor. The hint of cheddar cheese is barely detectable, but adds a nice crunchy crust on the top. I Read more

A Veggie-Filled Indoor Picnic


Updated 05/24/12 11:50 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Asparagus and Mushroom Sandwich Recipe

A sandwich of asparagus and mushrooms could be kind of dull — or, as Between the Bread demonstrates, it could be a triumphant lesson in culinary restraint. Ann Arbor's famed Zingerman's Deli is known for its corned beef sandwiches, but it's also not shy when it comes to packing on farmers market fresh veggies. This recipe, dubbed Rodger's Big Picnic, comes from my trusty Roadfood Sandwiches Read more

A Reader Recipe: Better-Than-Trader-Joe's Kale Salad


Updated 05/18/12 3:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Kale and Edamame Salad Recipe

FitSugar reader Shockinglydelicious shared this kale and edamame salad recipe, which she posted in our Healthy Recipe group. Kale, edamame, garbanzos, cranberries . . . it's better than the version sold by Trader Joe's, I promise! Lots of healthy fiber and greens. Recipe for my kale and edamame bistro salad here. Share your own recipe in our Healthy Recipe group, and we may feature it on our Read more

4 Earth-Friendlier Kitty Litter Substances


Updated 04/26/12 11:18 AM · Posted by PetSugar · 3 comments

Earth Friendly Cat Litter

Choosing kitty litter is a tough decision! There are so many options out there, and changing litter types can upset your cat and cause naughty "elimination" behaviors. Many users shy away from the traditional clay or silica gel varieties which can contain carcinogens and burden landfills, and choose more eco-tastic styles instead. To see my four earth-friendly alternatives, keep reading. Read more

Link Time: Trader Joe's Is Branching Out


Updated 02/15/12 2:19 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Trader Joe's Expanding to New States

Confirmed: Trader Joe's is expanding to new states — HuffPost Food Is the babyccino the next big coffee drink? Eater NY One Chipotle run, two meals — Food Republic How to tell if you're a supertaster — Endless Simmer Whole Foods is trying to keep prices down despite rising costs — Gawker Good news! Trans fat intake's gone down — The Daily Meal Read more

Packaged Dinners That You'll Feel Good Feeding Your Family


Updated 03/21/12 3:20 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Healthy Frozen Meals

It happens to the best of us, those weeknights when everyone's running in different directions, and cooking dinner is simply not an option. While frozen and packaged foods may have a bad rap, our friends at Dinner: A Love Story are providing us with eight nutritious and totally tasty options for a quick and easy meal that the whole family can enjoy together. PJ's Organic Chicken Burritos These Read more

Improvising With Eggplant and Goat Cheese


Updated 03/11/12 6:05 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Eggplant and Goat Cheese Pita Sandwich

It's hard not to be obsessed with new products from Trader Joe's. Between the Bread's latest sandwich involves one of these additions: grilled eggplant and zucchini. I am powerless to shiny new food products at Trader Joe's. So when I recently spotted a melange of grilled eggplant and zucchini in the frozen food aisle, I bought a bag without any idea how I'd use it. Find out what she made with Read more

Get Great Benefits by Taking on One of These 11 Part-Time Jobs


Updated 02/15/12 12:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Part-Time Jobs With Health Insurance

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! “Underemployment” is a term that, compared to “unemployment,” more fully captures the lack of job opportunities. The underemployed includes the unemployed as well as those employed part-time but wanting full-time work. According to a recent poll, underemployment is currently at 18.1 percent. That’s down from 18.3 Read more

Happy Hour: Amaretto-Cranberry Kiss


Updated 01/30/12 1:27 PM · Posted by · 9 comments

Happy Hour: Amaretto-Cranberry Kiss

Any other time of year, a cocktail with "kiss" in the name might make me roll my eyes. But for Valentine's Day, this bright red, Winter-y drink is perfectly appropriate. Despite the name, I count the Amaretto-Cranberry Kiss among my favorite cocktails. Like some of the best couples, amaretto and cranberry juice are an unlikely match, but highly compatible, and this vibrant cocktail tastes Read more

Thai Green Curry Chickpea Burritos


Updated 08/03/11 11:26 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

Vegan Thai Burrito Recipe

We know you're huge fans of Trader Joe's. Here, resident vegan girla shares her recipe for Thai green curry chickpea burritos. All of the ingredients can be found at your local Trader Joe's. When we were visiting my sister in Northern California recently, she made us these fabulous burritos. The ingredients are from Trader Joe’s, so I was sure to pick the items up before returning to Trader Read more