QUICK REVIEW: McDonald’s Bacon Cheddar McChicken

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McDonald's Bacon Cheddar McChicken

Purchased Price: $2.00
Size: N/A
Purchased at: McDonald’s
Rating: 6 out of 10
Pros: If you enjoy bacon, its smoky, meaty flavor is the most noticeable. White cheddar goes well with this sandwich. Parts of the bacon were crispy. Only two dollars.
Cons: Maybe it’s just me, but this sandwich was particularly salty. As with all other McChicken sandwiches, the shredded lettuce falls out as quickly as loose change in a pocket riddled with holes. White cheddar isn’t very melty. The usual McChicken spice isn’t detectable among the other ingredients. Not as tasty as the Bacon McDouble.

McDonald's Bacon Cheddar McChicken Closeup

Nutrition Facts: 480 calories, 220 calories from fat, 24 grams of fat, 7 grams of saturated fat, 0 grams of trans fat, 65 milligrams of cholesterol, 1260 milligrams of sodium, 43 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of fiber, 6 grams of sugar, and 22 grams of protein.

SPOTTED ON SHELVES (SEASONAL EDITION) – 11/11/2013

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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.

Market Pantry Snickerdoodle Holiday Milk

This would probably go great with a cookie, but I can’t for the life of me figure out which one. (Spotted by Andrew at Super Target.)

Planters Limited Edition Brittle Nut Medley

Planters Limited Edition Winter Spiced Mix

Planters Limited Edition Almond Chocolate Crunch

Yup. Just figured it out. His sunken eyes is what make Mr. Peanut look scary. Thanks for the nightmares, Planters. (Spotted by Lindsay at Meijer and Claire G. at Target.)

Limited Time Only Stacy's Simply Cocoa Pita Chips

I’m surprised Stacy’s didn’t come out with a Simply Pumpkin Spice flavor. I guess there’s always next year. (Spotted by Sylvia at Sprouts.)

Limited Edition Cap'n Crunch's Christmas Crunch

Ugh. It’s back. (Spotted by Charmi at Walmart.)

Sugar Cookie Peeps

Wait a minute. If sugar cookie Peeps were new last year, why are these labeled “new”? Two possible answers: these are from last year or someone can time travel. (Spotted by Erin at Target.)

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.

FAST FOOD FIVE – 11/10/2013

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Here are five recent fast food news bites:

At McDonald’s and too lazy to go to Starbucks for their white chocolate mocha latte? Don’t worry because McDonald’s plans to offer their own. (via Grub Grade)

Natural cut fries can now be delivered to your car at Sonic. (via Business Wire)

After their cookie sandwich and brownie sandwich, I was hoping Taco Bell would come out with a cinnamon roll sandwich instead of this. (via Grub Grade)

Taco Bell is testing more cheap food. (via Brand Eating)

Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s start offering fresh baked buns à la Subway. I hope they don’t run out of buns like Subway does when I decide to get a sandwich at 8 p.m. (via Business Wire)

SPOTTED ON MENUS – Jack in the Box Hella-Peño Burger

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Jack in the Box Hella-Peno Burger

A burger with jalapeño, jalapeño poppers, cheese, and taco sauce being tested as a Jack’s Munchie Menu item? Oh, hella yes to the Hella-peño Burger! (Spotted by Brandon at a Jack in the Box in Newark, CA.)

If you’re out getting some fast food and see a test product on the menu board, 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 Menus post.

ANNOUNCEMENT: Looking for New Reviewers (2013 Edition)

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The Impulsive Buy is currently looking for enthusiastic, talented, funny, and self-motivated individuals to write processed food product reviews. We hope to bring on a few new reviewers to write one or two reviews per month.

Writer Requirements:

1. Must have a computer.
2. Must have a digital camera (or a very good smartphone camera).
3. Have spelling and grammar abilities equal to or greater than mine.
4. Have an ability to entertain people with words.

It’s a paid gig, but we won’t say how much we pay per review. However, we can say it’s enough for you to have a pizza party for one…maybe two.

If you would like to apply for the position, here’s what you’ll need to send:

Writing Samples:

1. One sample review in TIB format (nutrition facts, rating, price, pros, cons, etc at the bottom). The review must be about something new or limited edition. The sample review will help us determine if your writing style would be a good fit. To give you an idea of how long a TIB review is, they range from 400-1,000 words.

2. Photo(s) of the product you reviewed. (High quality versions, please!)

3. A bio and why you want to write for The Impulsive Buy.

A Few Notes:

1. Due to legal reasons, we can’t hire minors.

2. At this time, we’re not looking to add writers from outside the United States and Canada.

3. Please don’t send your review and bio as an attachment. Copy and paste them into your email. Photos will be sent as attachments.

To apply, please email your sample review, pictures, and bio to [email protected] with “Fraka-kaka-kaka-kaka-kow!” in the subject line. The deadline to apply will be November 24th.

Thank you.

Marvo
Editor

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