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#227: New from Krusteaz! Blueberry flavored Swirl Crumb cake and Muffin Mix: A great tasting breakfast addition...

7/31/2014

Our taste panel members enjoy eating in restaurants about as much as they we enjoy discovering new packaged food and beverge items. Due to time constraints and other limitations however, eating restaurant meals always practical. Therefore we love it when something that we discover in a local store makes a nice addition to an otherwise routine meal.

New Krusteaz Blueberry flavored Swirl Crumb Cake and Muffin Mix from Continential Mills in Seattle, WA, received great feedback from the panel. Another new Krusteaz mix is Chocolate flavored Swirl Crumb Cake and Muffin Mix.

What we liked:
Sampler comments included "This crumb cake baked perfectly. I can't wait to bake another one.", "I love the struesel topping, the sweet blueberry filling and the soft cake.", "A slice of this would add a real plus to a routine breakfast.", "This crumb cake is nice and light." and "We'll definitely want to try the Chocolate Swirl version of this item too." and "If it's a Krusteaz branded item, I always expect great quality."

#226: Classic! Choco Taco from Klondike: a whimsical name for a cool, delicious treat...

7/29/2014

We tend to get caught up in our daily tasks and projects more that we'd like to admit. Therefore, we've learned to deliberately take a break, unplug, and enjoy a bit of quite time. It's often fun doing so with a new, unique, and/or notable food or beverage. With the warm Summer months, sometimes a cool treat is a terrific idea.

Next up is Klondike brand's original Choco Taco from Unilever in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey.

What we liked:
Taste panel members mentioned, "I love all of the different textures in this - cool ice cream filling, chewy sugar cone 'taco shell' and chocolatey topping plus roasted peanuts.", "These Choco Tacos are completely fun." "I've seen these for years without trying them...so glad that I finally did.", "Choco Tacos are a nice departure from frozen novelties on sticks and in sandwich form", "I could probably eat more than one Choco Taco with no problem.", and "These could definitely become one of my favorites in the frozen novelty section."

#225: MorningStar Farms Roasted Garlic & Quinoa veggie burgers...

7/26/2014

The brandnewfoods.com taste panel provides feature posts on the most noteworthy food and beverage products we try during our tasting sessions.

There is no cost for feature posts and taste panel comments are independent of each other. Also, food and beverage items do not come from a single market segment. In fact, we seek out a wide variety of products and sources to discover and share with brandnewfoods.com followers.

MorningStar Farms's Roasted Garlic & Quinoa Veggie Burgers distributed by Kellogg Sales Co. in Battle Creek, Michigan, were received favorably by the taste panel due to their good taste and the fact that they contain a variety of vegetables and grains and are a good source of fiber and protein.

What we liked:
Comments from our sampler samples on the skillet preparation option of the product included "I like the garlic flavor in this burger.", "The portion size on these veggie burgers could work well for an entree (ex. sandwich).", "I enjoy the texture of these burgers--crunchy on the outside without being too soft or mushy on the inside.", "The other vegetables provide extra color and texture to the lentils and quinoa.", and "Products like these make eating vegan--or at least a little bit healthier--more creative and enjoyable."

#224: New! Cheerios Protein Cinnamon Almond breakfast cereal: Sweetened whole grain corn and oat cereal w/ crunchy almond granola clusters and more...

7/23/2014

Seems like most members of the taste panel are seeing products touting the addition of "protein" more and more. One place that it was noticed recently was in the breakfast cereal aisle. Of course, protein aside, one of the chief criteria for the brandnewfoods.com taste panel is great tasting foods and beverages.

Cheerios Protein Cinnamon Almond flavored breakfast cereal distributed by General Mills Sales Inc. in Minneapolis, MN, got rave reviews by most members of the taste panel. Another Cheerios Protein ceral flavor is Oats & Honey.

What we liked:
Remarks from the taste panel included "I really like the way this cereal looks in the bowl - clusters along with different shades of color in the rings.", "I enjoy the sweet taste of this cereal.", "I loved the immediate hit of cinnamon.", "The various textures of this cereal adds to the fun." and "With the school year starting up soon, Cheerios Protein has earned a place at our breakfast table.".

#223: New! Betty Crocker Southwest Grains Suddenly Grain Salad: "brown rice, quinoa, with black beans, corn, red peppers, and a chipotle vinaigrette..."

7/19/2014

We're occasionally asked whether or not brandnewfoods.com, "America's new food blog" is a snack blog, a "better for you" blog, and so on. To be clear, we enjoy discovering new and notable foods and beverages from numerous sources across all food and beverage retail markets. In addition, we love sharing items with our readers that elicit sufficient strong positive feedback from our taste panel members. Also, we love finding out about all different types of foods and beverages and we prefer not to limit ourselves to one type of food or another.

The next item up is Betty Crocker's Suddenly Grain Salad Southwest Grains distributed by General Mills, Inc. Other Suddenly Grains Salads include Tuscan Grains and Harvest Grains. In addition, numerous Suddenly Pasta Salads including Caesar, Chipotle Ranch, and Classic are available.

What we liked:
Comments on this product included "I love the ease of preparation - very simple.", "I like the blend of colors in this dish - the red peppers, yellow corn, black beans, and different herbs, grains, and other ingredients.", "The Southwest inspired flavor is not too overpowering.", "...would be great with barbecue and grilled meats.", "...great way to introduce quinoa to kids.", and "Thanks to this dish, I can't go back to plain salads again.".

#222: New! Blueberry flavored Streusel Bar from Fiber One: Lots of taste and texture...

7/17/2014

Even though we try lots of new food and beverages, we're always happy to discover something new from a brand that we've either heard of or exprienced before. Here's a brand that we've seldom tried before but also one that received raves from the taste panel.

Our next item, Fiber One Blueberry flavored Streusel Bars from General Mills Sales Inc., in Minneapolis, MN, is just one tasty offering from the extensive Fiber One product line. Other Fiber One product lines include cereals, chewy bars, brownies and bars, cookies, fruit flavored snacks, baking product, bread products and more.

What we liked:
Taste panel comments included "I love the soft chewy texture in these.", "The blueberry filling and streusel topping go great together.", "These are way better than I was expecting.", "I originally avoided these because I thought they were health or diet-related. That would have been a big mistake.", "First, I love the taste of these. The fiber in them is an extra bonus.", and "These streusel bars could be our new "go-to" snack for awhile.

#221: Notable: Eat Your Vegetables Sea Salt flavor chips from Snikkidy...

7/14/2014

As a website that focuses on new foods and beverages, we are sometimes asked "What qualifies as a new food?". Frankly (and fortunately), the criteria can be broadened a bit by including new to market foods, foods in select distribution, and more. Occasionally, we also like to add a product that has been around awhile in order to provide greater appreciation of a "classic".

The next item is Eat Your Vegetables Sea Salt flavor chips distributed by Snikiddy,LLC in Bethesda, MD, and Boulder, CO. We are very familiar with this company (See post #115: Snikkidy Cheddar Baked Fries.), and we purchase their products on a regular basis.

What we liked:
Taste panel comments included "The texture on these chips is light and crispy.", "I love that the nutritional facts show the amount of protein and fiber contained in a one ounce serving.", "The ingredients on the back of the package are clear to read." Who couldn't use an extra serving of vegetables in their day?", "In addition to the nutritional aspects, I love that these chips taste good!" and "I am quite familiar with this brand, and thanks to this product, I will continue to be a proud fan of Snikkidy!".

#220: New! Cole's Ranch Cheesesticks (made w/real mozzarella and Hidden Valley ranch seasoning mix): the perfect addition your next family dinner...

7/11/2014

We all enjoy that moment when we have a break from the hectic pace that we often find ourselves in. After a routine day at work, littered multiple errands and tasks, one of our dedicated taste panel members decided to make a run to the store to pick up some work supplies. Little did she know that she'd get a bit hungry along the way. Before she knew it, our taste panel was on her way back to the test kitchen to prepare another new item for the taste panel.

Cole's Cheese Sticks (made with real mozzarella and Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning Mix) from Cole's Quality Foods Inc., in Grand Rapids, MI, is the next item up on brandnewfoods.com "America's new food blog". Other signature Cole's items include Gluten-Free Dinner Rolls & Garlic Baguettes, Texas Toast, and Garlic Bread flavors and varieties.

What we liked:
Feedback and remarks from our taste panel included "I love the three distinct textures: the chewiness cheese plus the chewiness and flakiness of the breading.", "The warm, stringy mozzarella cheese is definitely my favorite part.", "These would make a terrific snack, as well a a fantastic accompaniment to salads, pastas, soups, chili, and more.", "I appreciate how the ranch flavored seasoning flavors balance the cheesestick flavors so well - not overpowering.", "I like how quickly these cooked through - only 8 to 10 minutes in the oven!", and "I can definitely see these cheesesticks becoming another popular item w/my family.".

#219: Cooksimple Cowboy Chili with quinoa and cinnamon: a quick crowd pleaser with great taste...

7/8/2014

Even when it's warm, the members of the brandnewfoods.com taste panel often enjoy a hot and savory selection.

Our next item Cook Simple brand Cowboy Chili from The Healthy Pantry in Red Lodge, Montana, is a dry chili meal starter to which three or more ingredients are added during preparation.

What we liked:
Comments from our taste panel included "The hint of cinnamon in this chili was just perfect.", "I like the consistency in this cowboy chili.", "I'm glad that this chili tastes savory vs. spicy. That way I can add my favorite hot sauce as I wish.", "All taste panel members went back for seconds of cowboy chili, which blew me away.", "I appreciated how quick and this chili was to make.", "I loved the various tips and suggestions for preparation.", "I love the simple ingredient list for this mix - it seems very wholesome." and "Because of this chili, I'll be looking out for more Cooksimple brand products.".

#218: New! Snyder's of Hanover's Cinnamon Sugar Sweet and Salty Pretzel Pieces: a different way of enjoying pretzels...

7/6/2014

As we wrap up another major holiday week (or weekend), many of our readers will venture back on the road to return home after vacationing and visiting friends and family. It's on these long road trips that members of our taste panel frequently bring beverages and snacks to make the trip even more enjoyable.

The next item up is Cinnamon Sugar Sweet and Salty Pretzel Pieces distributed by Snyder's-Lance Inc. in Charlotte, NC. Another new flavor from the Snyder's Sweet and Salty pretzel piece line is Salted Caramel.

What we liked:
Taste member remarks included "I can taste the sweet cinnamon flavor more than salt in these but they are very tasty.", "The cinnamon sugar taste is a nice departure from the typical salty taste of pretzels.", "I'd love these to add some crunch to my vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce.", "These are really hard to stop eating after just a few.", and "I'll definitely be getting another bag of these."

#217: New!!! Classic Pretzel Dogs from Auntie Anne's: a unique "twist" on a classic favorite...

7/3/2014

It's hard to believe that another July 4th is already upon us. As a result, many will find themselves involved in social, family, and/or community events that will likely feature several popular July 4th and summer food favorites.

New Auntie Anne's Classic Pretzel Dogs manufactured for Auntie Anne's in Lancaster, PA, is frozen item that features a hot dog surrounded by a baked dough that has many pretzel-like characteristics.

What we liked:
Taste panel members stated "I love the difference in textures between the chewy dough and the salty hot dog.", "I like that you can heat these in the microwave only or microwave and then finish in the oven.", "Great taste on these pretzel dogs - a nice alternative for those who would prefer not to grill this holiday.", "These pretzel dogs are lots of fun. We'll need an extra box.", and "I'm definitely buying more of these."

#216: New! Mango Flavored Jell-O Gelatin: something cool and refreshing for Summer...

7/1/2014

As kids, many of our taste panel members had favorite dishes, specifically snacks and desserts. When it came to cool and light desserts, gelatin was a common item found on many tables. Throughout the years, many changes have occurred. However, it's nice to know that lots of our popular snack and dessert items are still around. In fact, some have new and unique twists that make the idea of enjoying them again even better.

Our next item on brandnewfoods.com, also known as "America's new food blog", is Jello brand Mango flavored gelatin dessert from Kraft Foods in Northfield, Illinois.

What we liked:
Comments included "I enjoyed the tropical taste.", "I'm glad that this one is a unique twist from the flavors that I'm normally used to seeing.", "This flavor of Jell-O is very refreshing.", "This one would be terrific with other tropical fruits.", "Although it's artificially flavored, I didn't notice a heavy artificial taste with this one..." and "I have bought Jell-O products for many years and will continue to to so thanks to this flavor and my other favorites.".

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