Best Things to Buy at Trader Joe's for Your Family

Shila said:  I almost always have these Cinnamon Schoolbook Cookies in stock to present as an after-school play date snack. When little friends come over, I set this big bucket out on the table, and let the kids dig in! They taste a bit like graham crackers with a hint of cinnamon. Kids love to spot letters and spell out words and it's sweet to hear those "little kid" conversation starters!

Sarah Calamita said:  Everything But The Bagel Seasoning is by far the best blended seasoning you can buy! Think everything bagel but without the carbs! I have seen recipes out there to make it but let's be real that's not practical for most parents and this tastes amazing. We use it on avocado toast, scrambled eggs, salad, in soup, on salmon fillets and chicken breasts...it will taste amazing on anything!

Amanda Banta said:  The White Cheddar Puffs have been a staple in my house for years. They are a crunchy like a Cheeto puff with a nice cheddar taste. I buy a handful of bags every month when we do a TJs run because everyone loves snacking on these and for $1.99 a bag it's worth it to stock up. My kids would take down an entire bag in one sitting if I'd let them.

Vanessa Goldberg said:  Better than fish sticks.

Kelly R. said:  The bruschetta sauce is one of my family's Trader Joe's must-haves! It's a fresh-tasting blend of finely diced tomatoes marinated in olive oil, balsamic, garlic and basil. We love using it on top of bread, grilled chicken, pizza, salmon, salads and pasta. It's in the refrigerated case with the hummus and other dips.

Shila said:  You'll find this decadent harvest sauce and more Trader Joe's products enhancing the autumn season and stocking the shelves in the Fall. The pasta sauce is so creamy with a warm hint of pumpkin and butternut squash. Paired with any pasta of your choice (we often use ravioli or zucchette), it serves as an awesome seasonal dinner the whole family enjoys.

Sue Krawitz Tandoc said:  The Cauliflower Gnocchi from Trader Joe's is healthy and delicious. You will never miss the wheat, sugar, eggs or dairy as these are made from 75% cauliflower. I pair it with our favorite red sauce and my kids have never realized it is a veggie dish - and they ask for seconds!

Kim Henrichs said:  I highly recommend their yogurt. It's affordable and delicious!

Jennie Utsinger said:  They may be called dessert bars, but I love these popsicles as a treat on a hot summer afternoon instead of my usual cup of coffee.

Beth Blenz-Clucas said:  We love Trader Joe's nuts selection. Our go-to buys are the walnut bits & pieces and the roasted & unsalted almonds. These are always fresh and at the best prices we can find anywhere. You can get these on Amazon and Walmart's sites, but it's best to buy directly at the store.

Shila said:  Organic Riced Cauliflower comes finely diced (to the size of rice), cooks up tender, and is somewhat flavorless. This combination makes for another great secret vegetable ingredient to hide in kids meals. Most commonly, I'll add about a 1/2 cup into pasta dishes, soups, and stir fry. They never notice! Found in the frozen aisle.

Kelly R. said:  I discovered this cheese blend a couple years ago, and it has a permanent spot on my grocery list now for our weekly homemade pizza night.

Kelly R. said:  We go through a LOT of this amazing hot sauce...some of us so liberally that it's used more like a salsa. It's garlicky and not overpoweringly spicy, and has a fun texture instead of being totally smooth.

John Kins said:  

They're legit and taste pretty good.

Sue Krawitz Tandoc said:  These cookies top Oreos any day of the week! They are sweet and crunchy with melt-in-your-mouth vanilla bean cream filling. They come in chocolate and vanilla to satisfy all sweet tooths. Just to caution - they can be addictive!