Snak King Corporation has issued a voluntary recall of 9-ounce bags of Trader Joe’s Restaurant Style White Corn Tortilla Chips due to a potential of an undeclared milk allergen. Those with a milk allergy or sensitivity could have a series reaction if they consume the product.
Currently there have been no reports of any illnesses, but read on to see all the details.
photo: U.S. Food & Drug Administration
The recalled chips come in a 9 ounce flexible package and were sold Trader Joe’s stores in AL, AZ, AR, CA, CO, DC, DE, ID, KS, LA, MD, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA. Sell by dates include 8/9/21, 8/10/21 and 8/11/21.
If you’ve purchased a recalled product, do not eat and return it to Trader Joe’s for a full refund. If you have questions, you can contact Trader Joe’s Mon. through Fri. from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m PST at 626-363-7711.
When it comes to figuring out breakfast, who you gonna call? How about General Mills’ new Ghostbusters Afterlife cereal!
Releasing just before the new film that’s slated to drop later this year, the fruity corn puffs pack a punch. Each box is adorned with adorable mini-pufts and comes with super cute ectoplasm-shaped marshmallows, too!
photo: Courtesy of General Mills
The special cereal will be available starting mid-April and only for a limited time. You can snag a family size box for $3.99 or a mid-size box for $2.50 at retailers nationwide.
Are pickles your favorite? Now Disneyland has a menu item you can’t miss! As if a trip to the theme park wasn’t a treat in itself, you can take a break from the attractions and nab a hot dog stuffed in a pickle with a panko crust.
You read that right! The Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs Cart in the Downtown Disney District has panko-crusted hot dogs neatly stuffed inside a whole pickle. While this might sound sort of odd, it’s all your fave flavors rolled into one.
photo: Disney Parks Blog
Not only does Disneyland have this kind of crazy corn dog delight, you can get the panko-covered dream with a side of peanut butter. For those of you who haven’t tried the super-secret taste sensation of peanut butter and pickles—it’s a flavor profile you need to know. Forget about PB and J, PB and P (that’s for pickles) is a tasty treat you’ll crave.
Just in case a panko-crusted fried pickle covered hot dog with a sweet and salty side of peanut butter isn’t your idea of fab foodie fun, check out the Disney Parks Blog for more taste sensations coming to Disneyland this month.
It’s National Snack Day—and Kellogg’s has a super-sized way to celebrate! The beloved brand recently announced the release of SMORZ Jumbo Snax. Now Kellogg’s is adding to the Jumb Snax line with a brand-new Cinnabon Bakery Inspired Cereal version.
You don’t have to take a trip to the mall’s food court to get the cinnamon-y goodness of Cinnabon. Kellogg’s Cinnabon Bakery Inspired Jumbo Snax bites have the classic taste of the ooey, gooey buns, in a convenient travel-friendly pouch.
photo courtesy of Kellogg’s
Why did Kellogg’s decide to bring back Cinnabon Bakery Inspired Cereal and SMORZ Cereal as jumbo-fied snacks? Erin Storm, senior marketing director of Kellogg All Family Cereal, said in a press release, “Kellogg’s Cinnabon Bakery Inspired Cereal and SMORZ Cereal have incredibly devoted fan bases, and we’ve received numerous social media requests to bring back the cereals.”
Storm continued, “The new Kellogg’s Jumbo Snax additions give fans what they desire—another way to satisfy their cereal cravings, anytime, anywhere, with two new melt-in-your-mouth flavors.”
Along with the new Cinnabon and SMORZ flavors, look for other Jumbo Snax varieties in the cereal aisle, including Fruit Loops, Corn Pops, Frosted Flakes Tiger Paws, and Apple Jacks. Find Kellogg’s Cinnabon Bakery Inspired Jumbo Snax in retailers nationwide starting this April for the suggested retail price of $5.49 for a 12-pouch multipack.
While we all need inspiration and motivation to go back in the kitchen and prepare our kids’ first lunches of the year, why not pick inspiration among these foods that are supposed to bring them good luck in the New Year? Get ready to update your grocery list!
Lentils.
Italians eat lentils on New Year’s for wealth and prosperity because the flat legumes were believed to resemble Roman coins. Lunchbox ideas with lentils
Soba Noodles
In Japan, they signify a long life, but only if you eat them without breaking or chewing them. Lunchbox ideas with noodles
Black-Eyed Peas, Greens & Cornbread
“Peas for pennies, greens for dollars, and cornbread for gold.” In America, back to the Civil War era, black-eyed peas were used to feed grazing cattle. Leafy greens resemble folded paper money symbolizing wealth and prosperity. Lunchbox ideas with corn and lunchbox ideas with peas.
Pork
Its rich, delicious fattiness symbolizes wealth and prosperity. Pigs are also “root forward” with their noses, which is supposed to symbolize progress. Lunchbox ideas with pork
Fish
Asian cultures feast on whole fish to celebrate Lunar New year, while on the other side of the globe, Europeans eat cod, herring, and carp. They do stand for coinage and plenty of it. Lunchbox ideas with cod
Grapes
In Spain and Mexico, eating 12 grapes at midnight as the clock strikes once for each hour will bring you luck for the 12 months ahead. Lunchbox ideas with grapes
We can’t wait to see what you will prepare out of this food inspiration!
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If our kids could eat two foods on repeat it would be noodles and pancakes. Catherine McCord of Weelicious combined these two popular dishes into one, and we have a hunch this noodle pancake recipe will be a new fave in your home. We love that it utilizes those leftover noodles we bet you never know what to do with. With the addition of diced veggies and eggs, these noodle pancakes make a healthy and filling meal.
Ingredients:
2 cups cooked egg noodles
3 eggs, whisked
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/3 cup corn (I used frozen corn that I defrosted first)
1/3 cup red bell pepper, diced
1/3 cup broccoli, chopped (raw or cooked)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
olive oil
Method:
1. Place all the ingredients (except for the olive oil) in a bowl and stir to combine.
2. Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large saute pan over medium heat.
3. Pour about 1/4 cup of the noodle mixture per pancake in the pan and cook for 3 minutes (you can pour as many pancakes at once as fit comfortably in your pan).
4. Flip the pancakes and cook an additional 3 minutes. Continue making the pancakes with the remaining mixture.
To freeze: Allow to cool, then place in ziploc bag, label and freeze. When ready, pop them into the oven at 300 for 10 minutes or until warmed through or defrost in fridge for 24 hours then heat in a dry pan.
Catherine McCord is the co-founder of One Potato and the founder of the popular Weelicious brand, a trusted content resource synonymous with family and food. She has written three cookbooks including her latest Smoothie Project. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and three children.
Kellogg’s recently announced the return of fan fave cereal SMORZ to store shelves. As if this news isn’t good enough for the sweet cereal-lover, Kellogg’s is upgrading the chocolaty graham goodness with a jumbo-fied snack-time version!
The new Kellogg’s SMORZ Jumbo Snax is more than just cereal. Even though your kiddo may have enjoyed a breakfast bowl of the original SMORZ, this time around they can snack on the sweets in a whole new way. Instead of milk and spoon, this version of SMORZ is made to eat on-the-go, with your hands.
photo courtesy of Kellogg’s
SMORZ Jumbo Snax are conveniently packaged in individual pouches. The over-sized version of the cereal still has the same chocolate flavor of a toasty s’more—minus the ooey, gooey marshmallow mess of the real deal.
If you’re on the hunt for Kellogg’s SMORZ, you’ll have to wait a few more months. The snack won’t hit cereal aisles until April 2021. When it arrives on store shelves, look for SMORZ Jumb Snax in retailers nationwide for $5.49 (12-pouch multipack). The latest addition to Kellogg’s Jumbo Snax line joins the brand’s beloved Fruit Loops, Apple Jacks, Corn Pops, and Frosted Flakes snack-time treats!
An intimate romantic dinner out while the kids are with a sitter may not be in the cards for you this year, but one thing that the pandemic can’t take away from Valentine’s Day: all the sweet candy. This year Americans are buying up candy like they did toilet paper, and estimates from CandyStore.com say spending on candy this year could potentially top $2 billion. But what exactly are Americans buying to satisfy that sweet tooth? Read on to find out the most popular Valentine’s Day candy by state and what candy trends to expect this year.
Curious what the top candy is by state? From M&M’s to heart-shaped boxes of chocolates check out 10 states below and then hop over to CandyStore.com for the full list or click the interactive map below:
Alabama: Candy necklaces
Alaska: heart-shaped boxes of chocolates
Arizona: M&M’s
Arkansas: Conversation hearts
California: heart-shaped boxes of chocolates
Colorado: heart-shaped boxes of chocolates
Connecticut: heart-shaped boxes of chocolates
Delaware: Hershey kisses
Florida: heart-shaped boxes of chocolates
Georgia: heart-shaped boxes of chocolates
Source: CandyStore.com. Trends to look out for, according to CandyStore.com
• Conversation heart candy will make a comeback in 2021
• M&M’s ranked #1 in both Oregon and North Dakota. This year expect this chocolatey favorite to spike in popularity.
• Cupid Corn’s popularity may be fading away but only time will tell.
Some interesting Valentine’s Day candy facts, from Candystore.com:
• 47% of people said they will buy themselves a box of chocolates this year.
• 58 million pounds of chocolate are bought during Valentine’s Day week.
• The peak selling period for conversation hearts is only 6 weeks long. Wow!
• It takes manufacturers 11 months to produce enough for those 6 weeks.
• Vodka infused with candy remained popular with conversation hearts last year.
• Children receive 39 percent of all Valentine’s Day candy and gifts.
Tricking your kids into eating healthy can be a struggle for parents. And finding new and creative ways to fit in fruits and vegetables without getting caught only gets more difficult.
Certified food managers experienced in preparing food for children with special food needs from Tierra Encantada, the leader in Spanish Immersion Early Education developed a variety of recipes that are kid and allergy friendly, nutritious, culturally diverse and easy to make for multiple children. Read on for three great recipes!
A chicken-y spin on the traditional Latin American favorite, Picadillo!
Ingredients:
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 onion
- 1 green pepper
- 1 red pepper
- 2 Potatoes
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 1 can of tomato sauce
½ cup of chicken broth
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 bunch asparagus
- 2 bay leaves
- ¼ cup golden raisins
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Fresh cilantro leaves (garnish)
- 2 tablespoons green olives (optional)
- 6-8 corn tortillas
Instructions:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, peppers, and garlic, and sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chicken cut in small squares and stir-fry for another 5 to 10 minutes, until the chicken has cooked through.
- Add the tomato sauce, chicken broth, lemon juice, cumin, bay leaves, potatoes, asparagus and raisins.
- Cover the pan and reduce the heat. Simmer for 10 minutes or until the chicken is tender.
- Before serving remove the bay leaves and garnish with fresh cilantro and olives.
- Enjoy with corn tortillas, you can even create your own Chickadillo tacos!
Kids love this dish, make it your own by adding cheese and your favorite garnishes!
The perfect meal for when you want to wash as few dishes as possible!
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 1 can black beans
- 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 cup yellow corn
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 cups water
- 1 onion
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 lime
- Cilantro
- Avocado (optional garnish)
Instructions:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onions and garlic in hot oil until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir black beans, tomatoes, yellow corn, quinoa, and water into skillet, season with chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Bring to a boil, cover the skillet with a lid, reduce heat to low, and simmer until quinoa is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed, about 20 minutes.
- Stir lime juice and cilantro into quinoa until combined.
Make this dish your own by adding meat and other veggies!
Tierra Encantada is a warm, community-oriented Spanish Immersion Daycare and Preschool headquartered in Minneapolis, MN and currently expanding nationwide. We offer quality child care for children ranging from 6 weeks – 6 years of age. We focus on the growth of the whole child and believe children learn best by doing. Our award-winning bilingual education program fosters early cognitive development and teaches a respect for diversity.
Fall is in the air. Celebrate the season with these fun at-home arts and crafts projects for kids, all courtesy of our favorite LA Instagrammers. Read on for all the DIY details.
Start getting in the Thanksgiving spirit with these beautiful corn creations from Arielle Goddard of Art Camp LA. You'll need black construction paper and Crayola Model Magic to get started. Goddard says its "an air dry clay that feels like light, fluffy marshmallows." Get the full DIY here.
This oh-so simple project is a fall favorite. Collect leaves with kids (Meri Cherry of Meri Cherry Art Studio says avocado leaves work great!). "The bigger the better," she adds in her post. Paint the back of leaves and let little ones bet creative.
Make a paper doll chain of trees for a fairy tale forest, inspired by this post from LA art teacher and paper cut artist Shelley Friedman. For the rest of the scene, Friedman (who teaches at Purple Twig) gave students textured paper that they painted themselves using handmade nature brushes.
For a project you can stretch out over a few days, introduce kids to mixed media paintings like these ones from LA kids art studio Purple Twig. Start with colorful bubble wrap prints on day one, and then layer on leaf prints in gold and black ink on day two. See the final results here.
Another one from the process art pros at Purple Twig, this project teaches kids how to create depth in their painting. Start with trees painted on using diluted sumi ink, then follow with black sumi ink trees on top.
