I’m not into buying lots of “stuff.” However, for me food doesn’t fall into the “stuff” category. You buy it, you eat it and hopefully enjoy it and then it’s gone. If you don’t like it, it’s not a big deal and you don’t have to buy it again. Food doesn’t clutter up the house and for the most part is reasonable in cost. I’m always on the lookout for new food products for the family to try. For the first volume of Food Buys & Tries I tried to focus on more healthy choices. However, I do have to warn you that ice cream and kettle chips are high on our list of likes!
Brooklyn Bred Bistro Buns (Country Potato) – My kids are not big sandwich eaters. This can make packing lunch a challenge. I saw these Brooklyn Bred Bistro Buns in the bread aisle of Shoprite and thought they looked interesting. They are thin and soft. I added some cold cuts and lettuce to the sandwich and both kids enjoyed their lunch. These were $2.99 for a pack of 8. Brooklyn Bred is a company based in Brooklyn. I enjoy supporting New York made products and will be purchasing these again.
Verdict: Buy. Support made in New York products. Plus, they are really good!
dr. Praeger’s Asian Veggie Burgers – I like a good veggie burger. I especially like Asian veggie burgers since they tend to be really flavorful. This burger was a good veggie burger. It’s made with cooked brown rice, carrots, peas, broccoli and more. I’m not a huge fan of ginger, which unfortunately is an ingredient in most Asian veggie burgers, this one included. The taste of ginger in this burger was evident but not overwhelming. I added a slice of cheese and some lettuce and it was enjoyable. dr. Praeger’s is an independent, family-owned business, started by two heart surgeons. The company focuses on making great-tasting products with simple, whole ingredients. Just a note, this burger was extremely soft. I heated my burger in the toaster oven and it practically fell apart when I flipped it, as directed. The burger can also be heated in the microwave or a skillet.
Verdict: Buy if you like veggie burgers and Asian flavors. This is a flavorful, but soft burger.
Froozer Blue Aloha frozen fruit snacks – These frozen fruit tubes are just that, frozen fruit and veggies. I bought the Blue Aloha variety that includes pineapples, grapes, bananas, blueberries and carrots. There are six fruit tubes in a box and these are found in the frozen fruit section of the grocery store. I like that there is no added sugar or preservatives in these bars. My son made a face when he first tried this and stated that “it tastes weird.” However, he did end up finishing it. I tried a taste of his and noticed the lack of sugar right away. This snack was an adjustment for my kids who are used to eating sugary cereals and snacks. However, I plan on buying these again and trying the other flavors, tropical sunset and strawberry bliss. These fruit tubes are a good source of Vitamin A & C. They will make a nice addition to our winter breakfast rotation when the kids get sick of eating apples, bananas and oranges!
Verdict: Buy. Your kids will get fruit and veggies in a fun way.
Litehouse Caramel Dip – My kids are big fruit eaters and come fall, apples are a staple in our house. I bought this caramel dip on sale at Acme for $1 for us to try. This dip is super sweet! My kids enjoyed it, but they like anything sugary. The dip is not thick and was sliding off the apple slices.
Verdict: Skip. My kids like to eat apples. No need to complicate the process or give them unnecessary extra sugar.
Sandwich Bros. of Wisconsin: Egg White & Turkey Sausage Flatbread Pocket Sandwiches – Mornings are pretty crazy in our house. Most mornings my daughter has to be out of the house by 6:55 to make a 7 AM club at her middle school. These breakfast sandwiches are only half a pita and contain an egg white with cheese and turkey sausage. Each box contains six individually wrapped sandwiches. It only needs 75-85 seconds in the microwave to heat it up and it’s easily transportable (she can take it with her and eat it in the car if needed!). My daughter really enjoys these. I tried one with a little ketchup and thought it was okay.
Verdict: Try if you can buy them on sale.
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