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What’s New at Trader Joe’s in March? Papas Rellenas, Spaghetti Carbonara and More

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what's new at trader joe's march 2024: papas rellenas
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Psst: Trader Joe just stocked his shelves with tons of new crowd-pleasing appetizers, low-lift mains, unique snacks and decadent desserts to shop this month. Here, you'll find 11 of our favorites to add to your cart in March, from heat-and-eat papas rellenas to pizza-inspired potato chips. Fetch your roomiest tote bag—we'll meet you at the car.

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1. Papas Rellenas

In case you haven't had the immense pleasure of eating papas rellenas before, it's a Latin American dish of fried mashed potatoes stuffed with seasoned ground beef. Serve them as a main with rice and beans, or as a snack or side with mayoketchup or salsa verde.

2. Piquant Popcorn

A mix of nutritional yeast, onion powder, garlic powder and salt coats every fluffy kernel in robust, umami-rich flavor. It's vaguely cheesy without containing dairy, but feel free to pair it with charcuterie (and white wine) if you feel so inclined.

3. Joe's Os Cereal Bars

Sweet, salty and satisfying (thanks to 3 grams each of protein and fiber per serving), these cereal bars are a tasty way to kick off a busy morning—and to avoid skipping breakfast. Might we suggest slathering them in jam or drizzling them with honey before digging in?

4. Hold The Cone Tips

Ice cream need not apply: These poppables are nothing but crunchy waffle cone points, filled with silky-smooth dark chocolate. Good luck not devouring the entire box in one sitting after dinner.

5. Spicy Meat Pizza

Pizza night just got easier and cheaper, but no less delicious. TJ's supplier proofs the dough for a full day, then hand-stretches it before topping it with tomato sauce, shredded mozz, spicy smoked sausage, pork meatballs and grilled red bell peppers.

6. Peas & Carrots Sour Gummy Candies

Now *these* are our kind of vegetables. The peas are sour, the carrots are sweet and both are made without gelatin or artificial colors. And before you get skeptical, both taste like citrus, so this festive candy would make a great addition to an Easter basket.

7. Brookie Caramel Candy Clusters

As if the divine mashup of brownies and chocolate chip cookies wasn't delicious enough, here it meets caramel, dark chocolate and sea salt to create a the-more-the-merrier treat for the books. Wash the clusters down with coffee, tea or even hot cocoa, if you're feeling extra indulgent.

8. Spaghetti Carbonara

Whether you prepare this comforting classic on the stove or in the microwave, it's sure to soothe the soul. Think al dente pasta, an eggy sauce infused with Grana Padano and Pecorino Romano cheeses and salty pancetta.

9. Vegan Pepperoni

Plant-based pizza lovers, rejoice. You won't believe how uncanny this meatless blend of wheat gluten, potato protein, pea protein and seasonings is. Pair it with briny artichokes and kalamata olives for a vegetarian pie even carnivores will want a second slice of.

10. Glazed Chocolate Donut Holes

You'd never know it, but these nostalgic, dangerously irresistible doughnut bites are free of both dairy and gluten. Don't let that deter you from trying them, though: The sugary glaze and cakey texture make them shockingly similar to the O.G.

11. Pizza Party Potato Chips

Three zesty types of kettle-cooked potato chips await your inner child. Munch your way through cheese & garlic, pepperoni and pizza sauce varieties (with a side of buttermilk ranch dressing, if you're feeling fancy), or crumble them atop sandwiches, burgers and, of course, pizza.


taryn pire

Food Editor

Taryn Pire is PureWow’s food editor and has been writing about all things delicious since 2016. She’s developed recipes, reviewed restaurants and investigated food trends at...