October is the month when fall settles in; the colder temperature fuels the need for warm, reassuring cuisine. Trader Joe’s has responded with a range of fresh seasonal goods meant to warm you from the inside out. The choices are reasonably priced and satisfying, from hot curries to substantial bread bowls.
Since Halloween is just about here, these treats are ideal for stockpiling before they go from the stores. You won’t want to miss the greatest new Trader Joe’s products under $5 this month.
Roti with Thai Red Curry – $4.29
If you enjoy Southeast Asian food, Trader Joe’s has created a new frozen meal called Roti with Thai Red Curry that is both tasty and handy. Often eaten with curries in many regions of Asia, particularly India and Southeast Southeast Asia, roti is a flaky, layered flatbread. Three roti per box from Trader Joe’s version may be fried in a pan, oven, or air fryer to reach crispy excellence.
The red curry with Thai inspiration is the actual star of the dinner. This vegan choice is made with coconut milk and has a thick and creamy texture. Seasoned with a fiery red curry sauce, the dish calls for eggplant, cabbage, and potatoes.
Perfect for a hurried lunch, it’s ready to cook and present. For a full supper, serve it with rice and your preferred protein; otherwise, tear and dip the roti into the curry.
Sourdough Boules – $2.99
Fans of sourdough will be happy! Just before soup season, Trader Joe’s debuted Sourdough Boules. Every boule is a circular, crusty French-style bread with an inside chewy sourdough texture. These boules, weighing seven ounces and roughly five inches in diameter, are the perfect size for bread bowls.
Picture removing the soft inside bread to create a hollowed-out dish ideal for stuffing with your preferred fall soups. (Pro tip: keep the scooped-out bread for dipping or to create croutons!) For a very memorable dinner, pair Trader Joe’s Unexpected Cheddar Broccoli Soup with the sourdough boule. To achieve the ideal crispy texture, toast the boule before serving.
Nuts About Elote Mix – $4.49
Seeking a little kick and a crispy snack? Inspired by the tastes of Mexican street corn or elote, try the Nuts About Elote Mix a snack mix. Covered in a somewhat spicy, peppery, and acidic flavor mix, this mix blends crunchy puffed corn kernels, roasted cashews, pepitas, and pretzel sticks.
This snack combination will be delicious if you enjoy Trader Joe’s Everything But The Elote Seasoning Blend. Perfect for a movie snack, it may also be used as a topping for soups or salads to give some additional crunch.
Butternut Squash Italian Lasagna – $4.49
Although it’s a staple comfort dish, making lasagna may take hours. Fortunately, Trader Joe’s returned its Butternut Squash Italian Lasagna right before fall. Layers of fresh pasta sheets, a creamy butternut and carrot sauce, and a smoky béchamel sauce, including melted Provola cheese, define this seasonal classic.
The true magic occurs when you bake it in the oven for around 45 minutes, even though it tastes great and is ready in just 4 to 5 minutes in the microwave. If you’re short on time, microwave the lasagna and then throw it in the oven for five to ten minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit to get that bronzed, bubbling top without waiting almost an hour.
This lasagna is bursting with flavor. The rosemary, pepper, and ginger spice create a unique fall taste character. Eating it as a warm dinner or a fast lunch will become a favorite for the colder months.
Wheat Crisp Crackers – $2.49
A pantry must; wheat crackers are now available at Trader Joe’s under their Wheat Thins variation. Though their saltiness is more in line with the original, the Wheat Crisp Crackers have the same crisp feel. You will value this more subdued variation if you find store-bought wheat crackers too salted.
Perfect on their own, these crackers also make a great base for cheese, cured meats, or even jams. For a quick yet filling snack, pair them with a slice of cheddar, or get creative with toppings to make a unique appetizer for your next get-together.
Thai Style Peanut Dressing – $3.99
If you have ever had Trader Joe’s Crunchy Jicama Slaw, you know how addicting the peanut dressing is. Trader Joe’s now has bottled that same great sauce for your use at home. Not only for salads, the Thai-style peanut Dressing is a flexible condiment with many applications.
Taste-wise, the thick, savory dressing is sweet, acidic, and somewhat spicy. It is a great marinade for meats, a dipping sauce for spring rolls, or a noodle sauce for meals like pad Thai. This is a great way to give your dishes a nutty, delicious kick without any preparation.
Conclusion
Trader Joe’s is adept at producing mouthwatering, seasonal goods that not only taste fantastic but also suit the autumn quite nicely. This October, Trader Joe’s will have something to adore, whether you’re looking for a quick, comfortable dinner, a fresh snack to sample, or something unique to bring to a gathering.
These products, all under $5, make it simple to supply your preferred fall tastes without breaking. But keep in mind that many of these items are seasonal; acquire them while you can before they vanish like ghosts following Halloween!
Check your neighborhood Trader Joe’s for these delicious, limited-time products and design your own comfortable fall meal at home. From crisp roti dunked in savory curries to a creamy butternut squash lasagna that rivals homemade, this month’s menu is full of great choices.
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