Final Update! Pick Up This, Not That: Trader Joe's New February Foods

If you love mac and cheese but want a more nutritious version, pick up the Ditalini Pasta + Cheddar Cheese + Cauliflower + Kale. It's creamy and thick with a generous amount of kale in every bite. This is definitely on the healthy side of the mac and cheese scale with only a small serving of actual pasta but plenty of cheese and butter.

Microwave the Ditalini Pasta + Cheddar Cheese + Cauliflower + Kale directly in the container or for an extra delicious lunch, transfer to an oven-proof bowl and bake until the top is bubbly and golden. I added a little extra cheese on top with a sprinkle of parsley.

The new Chocolate Almond Butter Tarte is as decadent as it sounds and tastes as if it was purchased from an authentic French bakery. A creamy almond spread is layered into a butter and cocoa crust with chocolate ganache, topped with dark chocolate and roasted almond sticks.

Simply defrost the Chocolate Almond Butter Tarte at room temperature for one hour, slice, and serve. I recommend adding a small scoop of vanilla ice cream to balance the sweetness.

Whisk the powder from the individual serving of Matcha Green Tea Packets into a cup of hot water or it can also be served cold. Be sure to cut the tops off the packets, instead of tearing them, so it's easier to pour out. I enjoyed the tea with some steamed almond milk and a couple Kona Coffee Creamy Half-Dipped Shortbread Cookies.

Sprinkle a generous amount of Everything but the Bagel Seasoning Blend to a freshly popped bag of popcorn. Make sure to add butter or olive oil so it sticks. Then Netflix, chill, and everything bagel!

Enjoy these Mini Sugar Hearts with a hot cup of tea or coffee. These cookies are crunchy with a buttery, sweet flavor. The bite-sized hearts are great for dipping and oh so cute.

Snack on these Milk Chocolate Covered Dry Roasted & Salted Virginia Peanuts alone or try adding them as a topping to a bowl of vanilla ice cream for a real treat.

These Vanilla Eclairs with Chocolate Fondant come four in a package so they're a nice option for a light dessert after dinner. Thaw them at room temperature for 30-60 minutes and serve with a sprinkle of powdered sugar and fresh strawberries.

Replace regular baking chocolate with the Golden Spiced Milk Chocolate Bar, and you'll have truly unique batch of chocolate chip cookies. Eat them warm with a cup of chai tea latte for a match made in heaven.

The crunchy texture of these Oven-Baked Cheese Bites really adds a punch. Snack on them by themselves or crumble and add them to your favorite salad.

Because of the flavor of this Alta Badia Artisan Italian Mountain Cheese, I suggest pairing it with a simple water cracker to balance the flavor. This is a bold and flavorful addition to any cheese board.

I mixed the Wild Caught Crab Meat with a little bit of mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and chopped green onions. Spread on top of a toasted slice of sourdough bread, and you'll have an easy and delicious lunch in under 10 minutes.

After thawing out the Uncooked Wild Blue Shrimp in a bowl of cold water, toss them with olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano and basil, freshly grated parmesan, and salt and pepper. Lay them out on a lightly oiled baking sheet and pop them in the oven for 6-8 minutes. Top with fresh parsley.

I roasted the frozen Organic Kabocha Squash (no thawing necessary) in a pan with some butter, salt, pepper, and sage. Serve as a side dish or turn it into a sweet and savory soup for a cold day.

I sliced the Heart of Palm Medallions into quarters and put them in a salad. They added a nice flavor and texture to the crunchy lettuce leaves. I also appreciate the resealable bag these come in, so you don't have to use it all at once.

The lengthy process of preparing these Organic Dry Black Beans for a simple bean dip was too troublesome for me. If you have the time and patience, soak the black beans and cook according to the package directions. I found the overnight soak worked the best. Boil the soaked black beans with a freshly chopped white onion, minced garlic, and salt and pepper. Simmer for about 2 hours. Transfer to a bowl and add salt, pepper, chili powder, and a little hot sauce. Mash up the beans and serve with some corn chips for dipping.