If I walk into Trader Joe’s with a list, I might stay on budget. But if I walk in with vibes? It’s over. This list is a mix of my must-haves, impulse buys that became staples, and the things that made me say ‘oh this? I need this.’ You’ve been warned...
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baked goods
cheese
dairy
sauces
baked goods
we love to have these cakes in our house because they are a small size for our family with two adults and three kids, and they are a fun way to celebrate without going overboard! Pair with some delicious ice cream trust me.
Chantilly Cream Vanilla Bean Mini Sheet Cake
this dark chocolate ganache is divine. If you’re looking for something a little more rich, and probably for more refined taste or for a party, this would be perfect! It’s a go to and the price can’t be beat
Dark Chocolate Ganache Mini Sheet Cake
this is great just to keep on hand if you’re making a really quick dinner or if you’re giving a meal to a friend or bringing something to a party. It feels way more fancy than what it is and when you pop it into the oven, it takes just a few minutes ...
Focaccia Bread with Roasted Tomato & Parmesan
these aloha rolls are good because we can either use them for sliders or on the side of a meal. They are great to dip into soups!
Sweet Pull Apart Aloha Rolls
cheese
what sets this Bree apart is that it is very, very creamy and thick and luscious!! if you use it for a charcuterie board or just pop it in your oven with some jam on top.. all you need is crackers
Double Cream Brie
This organic mozzarella is our go to as a busy mama of three. We use it for pasta dishes, like baked ziti, or lasagna and my kids love using it to make homemade pizza.
Shredded Organic Mozzarella Cheese
These are non-negotiable in our house with Littles running around
String Cheese
I love to have feta on hand because it really does elevate a salad or pasta dish and it’s better for more adult tastes but it’s also cost-effective
Feta Cheese
I use this to make a cannoli dip for parties and it’s AMAZING 🤩 Follow directions below!! ⬇️
Easy Cannoli Dip
Ingredients:
• 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese (drained well)
• 1 cup mascarpone cheese (or cream cheese for a more budget option)
•...
Mascarpone
This is the best for bagels
Onion & Chive Cream Cheese Spread
dairy
this yogurt is so full of citrus flavor and is so creamy. I honestly have not found a brand that matches up to this!
Meyer Lemon & Cream Yogurt
I love to keep a Greek yogurt on hand just because it is so versatile and I can use it to my recipes, use it as sour cream, or use it to create parfaits