What’s New at Trader Joe’s in November? Green Bean Casserole Bites, Naan Crackers and More
Wanna know a secret about our grocery store bae, Trader Joe? He *loves* Thanksgiving—it’s the year’s biggest food holiday, after all. But the fact is there are 29 other days in November that require something cozy and delicious to eat. So, he’s hooking us up with celebratory essentials that our guests will love and lots of snacks, sides and desserts to hold us over until the big day. Isn’t he the best? Read on for 16 of our favorite new items to shop for at Trader Joe’s this November, from holiday-ready green bean casserole bites to fresh-pressed apple cider.
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1. Organic Pumpkin Spice Creamy Cashew Yogurt Alternative
Just a touch of cane sugar, coconut cream and tapioca starch turn this dairy-free gem into a creamy treat. And in honor of fall, it's spiked with organic pumpkin purée, cinnamon and nutmeg.
2. Organic Naan Crackers
These crackers are crafted to resemble their bready namesake. Add them to a charcuterie board for crunch, dip them in hummus or use them to scoop up homemade raita.
3. Green Bean Casserole Bites
Each tiny phyllo cup boasts all the flavor of the old-school casserole, down to the crispy fried onions on top. Your Thanksgiving guests won't be able to stop after just one.
4. Indian-Style Garlic Achaar Sauce
This bold, flavorful sauce stars puréed roasted garlic, fresh garlic, red Anaheim chiles and jalapeño peppers. Slather it over roast chicken or noodles if you're fancy, but we'll be dunking French fries in it, thank you very much.
7. Four Cheese Scalloped Potatoes
Skip the mushy mash this holiday in favor of easy heat-and-eat scalloped potatoes. The tender spuds are swimming in a rich cream sauce made with garlic, leeks and four flavorful cheeses.
8. Kalamata Olives with Jalapeños & Peri Peri Peppers
Meaty Kalamatas + tart peri peri peppers + bright jalapeños = the ultimate cheese board accompaniment. (The snack pairs especially well with grilled halloumi.)
9. Organic Tricolor Spaghetti
Aka the easiest way to make spaghetti and meatballs more exciting. The orange strands are dyed with organic tomato powder, while the olive green ones are colored with organic spinach powder.
10. Non-Dairy Pumpkin Oat Beverage
It's begging to be frothed and added to a homemade PSL. Might we suggest pairing it with TJ's maple pecan clusters cereal as well?
11. Green Goddess Seasoning Blend
It's herbal, savory and oh so versatile. The seasoning includes minced onion, granulated garlic, black pepper, salt and four key herbs and veggies: dried chives, dried green onion, spinach powder and dried parsley.
12. Italian Roast Ground Espresso
Whether you start the day with a bold Americano or a creamy latte, these espresso grounds are just the ticket. It hails from a fourth-generation coffee purveyor in Italy, who roasts the beans to a toasty medium-dark for full body and balanced flavor.
13. Bamba with Hazelnut Creme Filling
Delicately crunchy, seriously nutty and downright addictive, bamba is an Israeli snack made from corn and peanuts. But because Trader Joe has a sweet tooth, he filled his with hazelnut crème for good measure.
14. Cranberry Orange Bars
Move over, lemon. These bars are proof that buttery shortbread can pair well with just about any citrus fruit or sour berry. (BTW, if you don't have yours with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, you're doing it wrong.)
15. Maple Poffertjes
The Dutch dessert you never knew you needed. These dangerously poppable gems are made with sweet yeast batter and infused with maple syrup, so they taste like tiny, fluffy pancakes.
16. Double Chocolate Hot Cocoa Stirring Spoon
No chilly fall evening is a match for a piping hot cup of cocoa. Each stick holds both milk and dark chocolates, plus a few mini marshmallows. Heat a pot of milk, pour it into a mug and stir in the magic.
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