SPOTTED: Tyson BBQ and Ranch Flavored Chicken Chips

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Tyson BBQ and Ranch Flavored Chicken Chips

Is this the first step towards Tyson coming out with chicken taco shells? I hope so. (Spotted by Robbie at Sam’s Club.)

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FAST FOOD NEWS: McDonald’s Big Mac Bacon, Quarter Pounder Bacon, and Cheesy Bacon Fries

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For a limited time, starting on January 30, McDonald’s will be adding bacon to a few of its classic menu items. The lineup includes:

Big Mac Bacon – Along with the two all beef patties, Special Sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, and onions on a sesame seed bun, this version of the iconic burger will also have three pieces of thick-cut Applewood-smoked bacon.

Quarter Pounder Bacon – Three pieces of the Applewood-smoked bacon are added with the 1/4 lb beef patty, onions, pickles, cheese, ketchup, mustard, and sesame seed bun.

Cheesy Bacon Fries – McDonald’s World Famous Fries topped with cheddar cheese and smoked bacon bits. We reviewed it when it was being tested late last year.

To celebrate the baconized classics, the fast food chain is having the McDonald’s Bacon Hour.

For one day (January 29), for one hour (4-5 p.m. local time), and at participating restaurants nationwide, customers will be able to get FREE thick-cut Applewood-smoked bacon with ANYTHING they order on the menu. Bacon with a Hot Fudge Sundae? Yup. Bacon on Chicken McNuggets? Yes. Bacon with an apple pie. That’s affirmative. Bacon on a side salad? Boring, but yes.

If you try any of the classics with bacon, let us know what you think in the comments.

(Image via McDonald’s.)

SPOTTED: Kit Kat Cones

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Kit Kat Cones

Kit Kat Cones Multi Pack

This has got me thinking if it’s possible to make an ice cream cone using Kit Kat fingers. (Spotted by Rachel C at Smith’s and Harmon’s.)

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REVIEW: Oreo Drink Mix

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Oreo Drink Mix

What is the Oreo Drink Mix?

Oreo Drink Mix is a chocolate flavored powdered mix with Oreo “crumbs” that can be added to your favorite milky beverage.

How is it?

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As a new addition in the mixable drink category, it turns out that Oreo Drink Mix creates a delightful beverage that can be enjoyed as a quick snack or even as breakfast.

The instructions suggest adding the mix to “lowfat Vit A & D milk or your favorite dairy alternative.” As a vegan, I chose unsweetened almond milk as my base and I was glad to see that Oreo Drink Mix is also dairy-free.

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The mix complemented the almond milk without being too sweet. The chocolate taste was a delicate cocoa flavor with a hint of vanilla cream. Though I stirred vigorously, the Oreo bits quickly rose back to the top of my glass. They provided a minimal amount of texture while intensifying the cocoa taste.

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As time passed, the bits dissolved and the milk was more chocolatey, truly reminiscent of how a glass of milk tastes after being dunked with a dozen Oreo cookies. However, unlike eating and dunking a bunch of the classic cookies to get this same taste, when mixed with almond milk, this Oreo creation was a relatively healthy 100-calorie snack.

The next morning, I decided to try the mix in my usual morning smoothie. I added two tablespoons of the mix to a cup of almond milk, along with one tablespoon of peanut butter powder, a half cup of coconut milk yogurt, and banana. The verdict? I think I have a new favorite morning drink!

Is there anything else you need to know?

Oreo Drink Mix has 32 servings in a solid plastic container that can be reused. Plus, you can tell your kids their milk has cookies in it and they’ll love you even more, for a few minutes at least.

Conclusion:

Oreo Drink Mix has a higher quality taste than its longstanding competitors and is a cheaper alternative to higher end “smoothie” mixes. Bonus: watching your Oreo Drink Mix settle into your glass of milk is added entertainment!

Purchased Price: $3.99
Size: 16 oz.
Purchased at: Food Lion
Rating: 8 out of 10
Nutrition Facts: (2 tbsp) 50 calories, 0 grams of fat, 0 grams of saturated fat, 25 milligrams of sodium, 13 grams of carbohydrates, 11 grams of sugars, and 0 grams of protein.

SPOTTED – 1/25/2019

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

Ghirardelli Milk Chocolate Fudge Caramel Squares
Ghirardelli Milk Chocolate Fudge Caramel Squares

(Spotted by Rachel C at Target.)

Pepperidge Farm Blueberry Thumbprint Cookies
Pepperidge Farm Blueberry Thumbprint Cookies

(Spotted by Sarah R at Safeway.)

Terra Sea Salt Cassava Chips
Terra Sea Salt Cassava Chips
Terra Peruvian Queso Cassava Chips
Terra Peruvian Queso Cassava Chips
Terra Black Garlic Cassava Chips
Terra Black Garlic Cassava Chips

(Spotted by Sarah R at Whole Foods.)

H E B Avocado Chunks
H-E-B Avocado Chunks

(Spotted by Robbie at H-E-B.)

Clif Bar Minis Crunchy Peanut Butter
Clif Bar Minis Crunchy Peanut Butter
Clif Bar Minis Chocolate Chip
Clif Bar Minis Chocolate Chip

(Spotted by Sarah R at Target.)

Kind Protein Almond Butter Dark Chocolate Bar
Kind Protein Almond Butter Dark Chocolate Bar

(Spotted by Sarah R at Target.)

Kind Minis Salted Caramel Dark Chocolate Nut and Dark Chocolate Almond Coconut
Kind Minis Salted Caramel & Dark Chocolate Nut and Dark Chocolate Almond & Coconut

(Spotted by Rachel C at Target.)

Simple Truth PB J Bites
Simple Truth PB&J Bites

(Spotted by Rachel T at Pick n Save.)

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