SPOTTED ON SHELVES – 8/16/2013

Here are some interesting new and limited edition products found on store shelves by us and your fellow readers. If you’ve tried any of the products, share your thoughts about them in the comments.

Steak-eze Philly Steak Bacon & Cheddar

Why must the packaging clarify “with cheddar cheese” separately when the name of the product has the word “cheddar” in it? It’s a bit weird, if you ask me. (Spotted by Marvo at Safeway.)

Velveeta Slices Jalapeno

Speaking of questionable cheese products… (Spotted by Melissa at Walmart.)

Safeway Kitchens Sucralose Liquid Sweetner

Safeway Kitchens Stevia and Monk Fruit Liquid Sweetners

Look at what you started MiO Liquid Water Enhancer! Today…liquid sweeteners. Tomorrow…liquid spices. (Spotted by Marvo at Safeway.)

Gorton's Snack-It Shrimp and Fish Bites

Oh yeah, pescatarians! Get ready to par-tay! (Spotted by Nancy at Walmart.)

Thank you to all the photo contributors! If you’re out shopping and see an interesting new or limited edition product on the shelf, snap a picture of it, and send us an email ([email protected]) with where you found it and “Spotted” in the subject line. If you do so, you might see your picture in our next Spotted on Shelves post.

SPOTTED ON SHELVES – 8/15/2013

Here are some interesting new and limited edition products found on store shelves by us and your fellow readers. If you’ve tried any of the products, share your thoughts about them in the comments.

Taco Bell Chocolate Taco Dessert Kit and Cinnamon Nachos Dessert Kit.

Taco Bell doesn’t offer ChocoTacos anymore, but they’re now giving you some of the ingredients to make your own dessert taco at home with their Chocolate Taco Dessert Kit. Just bring the ice cream, whipped cream, and shame, and Taco Bell provides the rest. (Spotted by Leah at Walmart.)

ElMonterey Shell Shockers Jalapeno Ranch

ElMonterey Shell Shockers Nacho Cheese

It is shocking that El Monterey decided to put the flavor on the outside of their Shell Shockers. It’ll also be shocking when I secretly wipe off all the flavor if someone brings this to a party. (Spotted by Richard at Walmart.)

Starburst Minis

I wonder how many of these Starburst Minis will fit into a mouth. I could figure it out on my own, or just wait for someone on YouTube to find out. (Spotted by Sara at Target.)

Totino's Bold Jalapeno Popper and Buffalo Style Chicken Rolls

As I stare at these Totino’s Bold Rolls bags, that come in overused flavors, I can’t help but think that the only thing “bold” about them is the font they used on the bags. (Spotted by Marvo at Safeway.)

Thank you to all the photo contributors! If you’re out shopping and see an interesting new or limited edition product on the shelf, snap a picture of it, and send us an email ([email protected]) with where you found it and “Spotted” in the subject line. If you do so, you might see your picture in our next Spotted on Shelves post.

QUICK REVIEW: Ore-Ida Simply All Natural Homestyle Wedges

Ore-Ida Simply All Natural Homestyle Wedges

Purchased Price: $2.99
Size: 24 oz. bag
Purchased at: Target
Rating: 6 out of 10
Pros: Has a fluffy interior and slightly crispy exterior. Having the chorus of Tina Turner’s “The Best” pop into my head every time I see the packaging. Made with Grade A potatoes. Made with olive oil. Goes great with ketchup, but tastes fine naked. There’s enough in the bag for four big servings. If you’re into all-natural products and too lazy to cut up raw potatoes, season them, and bake them, these are perfect for you.
Cons: Only a slight flavor improvement over regular partially natural potato wedges. There’s a noticeable freezer-ness to them; people will not mistake these for potato wedges from fresh raw potatoes. Didn’t see any sea salt on the wedges. Packaging makes it seem like it’s made with only olive oil, but it’s also made with vegetable, canola, sunflower and/or cottonseed oils. Oven preparation only.

Ore-Ida Simply All Natural Homestyle Wedges Baked

Nutrition Facts: 3 oz. (about 7 pieces) 120 calories, 20 calories from fat, 2.5 grams of fat, 0.5 grams of saturated fat, 0 grams of trans fat, 0 milligrams of cholesterol, 290 milligrams of sodium, 360 milligrams of potassium, 22 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of fiber, less than 1 gram of sugar, and 2 grams of protein.

SPOTTED ON SHELVES – 8/14/2013

Here are some interesting new and limited edition products found on store shelves by us and your fellow readers. If you’ve tried any of the products, share your thoughts about them in the comments.

Pillsbury Limited Edition Caramel Apple Toaster Strudel

Why is Pillsbury Caramel Apple Toaster Strudel a limited edition? It should be an Regular Edition, like it was years ago. (Spotted by Sara at Walmart.)

Old El Paso Mexican Cooking Sauce

Finally, Old El Paso is offering something other than their Old El Packets of powder seasonings. (Spotted by Ron at Walmart.)

Uncle Ben's Jasmine and Basmati Rice

It appears Uncle Ben has taken a trip to Asia. (Spotted by Blaire at ShopRite.)

Krusteaz Molten Deep Dish

Three easy steps to make these Krusteaz Molten Deep Dish Cookies? I’m pretty sure I’ll end up finding a way to make it hard for myself between steps one and two. (Spotted by Sylvia at Vons.)

California Pizza Kitchen Thai Style Chicken

There are CPK frozen Thai-style chicken and Hawaiian recipe pizzas, but where’s the California Pizza Kitchen California Pizza? (Spotted by Marvo at Safeway.)

Thank you to all the photo contributors! If you’re out shopping and see an interesting new or limited edition product on the shelf, snap a picture of it, and send us an email ([email protected]) with where you found it and “Spotted” in the subject line. If you do so, you might see your picture in our next Spotted on Shelves post.

SPOTTED ON SHELVES – 8/12/2013

Here are some interesting new and limited edition products found on store shelves by us and your fellow readers. If you’ve tried any of the products, share your thoughts about them in the comments.

Pepperidge Farm Chocolate Chunk Cookie Cake

There’s a Milano cake and this Chocolate Chunk cake by Pepperidge Farm. I hope the next Pepperidge Farm cake is made with cheesy Goldfish. (Spotted by Marvo at Safeway.)

T.G.I. Friday's Limited Edition Honey Mustard Chicken Wings

Yawn. I mean, yum! No. I can’t lie. Yawn. (Spotted by Marvo at Safeway.)

Hidden Valley Pasta Salad

I think Hidden Valley should change their name to Hidden Vegetables because when I was young I’d use their dressing to drown my vegetables to make them not look like vegetables. (Spotted by Charmi at Walmart.)

Swanson Mexican Tortilla Flavor Infused Broth

Swanson Thai Ginger Flavor Infused Broth

Swanson Chinese Hot & Sour Flavor Infused Broth

I wonder how long a Mexican tortilla had to simmer in a pot in order to make this broth. (Spotted by Lindsay at Meijer.)

Kemp's Mini-sota Donut Ice Cream

Since 2011, Kemps Ice Cream has held an annual competition that gives Upper Midwesterners the chance to have their own ice cream flavor made. This is the 2012 winner. So in order to increase my chances of getting my very own ice cream flavor I have to either move to the Upper Midwest and try to win this competition or become a late night talk show host that Ben and Jerry enjoy watching. (Spotted by Andy at SuperTarget.)

Thank you to all the photo contributors! If you’re out shopping and see an interesting new or limited edition product on the shelf, snap a picture of it, and send us an email ([email protected]) with where you found it and “Spotted” in the subject line. If you do so, you might see your picture in our next Spotted on Shelves post.

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