I am not a great cook. I get by. I burn half of it, and the other stuff is usually edible. My husband has the good sense to never complain (he cooks every third blue moon). And I do have my standards...my mom's Spaghetti recipe,Take Out Sushi, Tri-Tip in the crockpot, and pizza, delivered. I have come to grips with my mediocrity in the kitchen and so has my family. But I still have a few tricks up my sleeve. Over the years I've come to scrutinize Trader Joe's easy meals and here are a few of my favorites:
Green Curry Sauce in the glass jar, add some Chicken or Shrimp and veggies and Voila! Spicy!
Cacciatore Sauce over baked Chicken, yum.
17 Bean and Barley Soup, dried in a bag, I like to add diced ham or soft cooked bacon.
Annie's Mac N Cheese and meatless Corn dogs (frozen)
Italian Meatloaf, from the refrigerated section.
Stuffed Red Peppers, near the meatloaf. These were a great serving size before the kids consumed real food. Now it's pricey to buy two packages at $5 for two stuffed halves.
Black Bean & Cheese Burritos, near the meatloaf. I freeze these to use for quick lunches.
Asian Salad with all the fixin's in the bag (mandarins, crunchies, almonds & dressing), I add chicken for a light meal.
I'd love to hear of any other Trader Joe's Meal savers if you have any additions!
Green Curry Sauce in the glass jar, add some Chicken or Shrimp and veggies and Voila! Spicy!
Cacciatore Sauce over baked Chicken, yum.
17 Bean and Barley Soup, dried in a bag, I like to add diced ham or soft cooked bacon.
Annie's Mac N Cheese and meatless Corn dogs (frozen)
Italian Meatloaf, from the refrigerated section.
Stuffed Red Peppers, near the meatloaf. These were a great serving size before the kids consumed real food. Now it's pricey to buy two packages at $5 for two stuffed halves.
Black Bean & Cheese Burritos, near the meatloaf. I freeze these to use for quick lunches.
Asian Salad with all the fixin's in the bag (mandarins, crunchies, almonds & dressing), I add chicken for a light meal.
I'd love to hear of any other Trader Joe's Meal savers if you have any additions!
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