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  • EASY Salted Caramel Mocha Recipe

    October 21, 2021Van

    Easy 3-minute recipe for Salted Caramel Mocha using a few items from Trader Joe’s. Feel free to substitute the milk with your favorite dairy-free milk if you prefer

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  • Crazy Pumpkin Milkshake Recipe

    October 13, 2021Van

    Every year, I go nuts at Trader Joe’s when all the pumpkin products start rolling in.  I wanted to make a dessert that uses as many pumpkin treats as possible, so I created the ultimate Pumpkin Milkshake.  I didn’t feel like baking myself a birthday cake this year (like I always do), so I made…

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  • EASY Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe

    October 5, 2021Van

    This is a super easy 5-minute recipe for Pumpkin Spice Latte made with a few Trader Joe’s ingredients.  It has all the flavors of autumn in one delicious cup! Watch my 30-second Instagram Reel here I typically don’t like the flavor of instant coffee, but in lattes they work well, since the milk and whipped…

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  • Trader Joe’s Crunchy Pumpkin French Toast Recipe

    September 27, 2021Van

    Fall is my favorite time of year, the weather gets more mild, Halloween is approaching and Trader Joe’s gets tons of pumpkin goodies! Every year I love trying out all the Trader Joe’s pumpkin products, and one of  my favorite items is the Pumpkin Brioche Twist, it’s amazing for French Toast – I wanted to…

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  • Trader Joe’s Langostino Mac and Cheese Recipe

    September 15, 2021Van

    Langostino is the Spanish name for little lobster or squat lobster, they have a tender texture and delicate flavor.  Many people like to use langostino tails in place of standard lobster in lobster rolls.  I’m sharing my easy recipe for Langostino Mac and Cheese, there’s no need to make a roux since I use Pub…

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  • Strawberry and Feta Spring Mix Salad Recipe

    September 11, 2021Van

    If you’re looking to make a healthy and unique salad, try this Strawberry and Feta Spring Mix Salad.  It’s dressed with a simple homemade balsamic vinaigrette dressing that only needs 3-ingredients.  Not only is this salad nourishing and well balanced, it’s simply beautiful. The simple balsamic vinaigrette dressing is made with olive oil, balsamic vinegar…

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  • Trader Joe’s Strawberry Crunch Cake Milkshake Recipe

    August 17, 2021Van

    I received my gift card prize along with the sweetest message  from winning Trader Joe’s Instagram #TJsMilkshakeContest Guess what I spent it on??? I got supplies to make another crazy milkshake. There’s a reason why Trader Joe’s set a 5 item limit for the contest, so the recipes wouldn’t get out of control like this one …

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  • Cream Cheese Whipped Cream Recipe

    August 12, 2021Van

    Cream Cheese Whipped Cream is a thicker and creamier version of regular whipped cream.  The cream cheese also acts as a stabilizer, so the whipped cream holds it’s shape much better.  I used it to top pumpkin waffles for breakfast this morning, but you could use as frosting  for cupcakes or a cake if you…

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  • Lime Bars Recipe

    August 10, 2021Van

    This is an easy recipe for Lime Bars, the crust and filling come together in no time. Lemon bars are much more common, but my family loves limes – so I usually make this version.  The filling is tangy, sweet and creamy – the shortbread crust is buttery and has just the right amount of…

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  • Trader Joe’s Mocha Crunch Cake Milkshake Recipe (#TJsMilkshakeContest Winner)

    July 26, 2021Van

    Mocha Crunch Cake Milkshake, selected unanimously by Trader Joe’s panel as the Grand Prize Winner for Trader Joe’s Instagram #TJsMilkshakeContest 🍨 The goal was to use five or fewer Trader Joe’s ingredients to make a unique milkshake,  so I took a fun trip to my local Trader Joe’s in Austin and grabbed a few of my favorite…

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