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Getbig Bodybuilding Boards => Nutrition, Products & Supplements Info => Topic started by: Princess L on May 15, 2011, 08:19:36 AM
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A takeoff from another thread.
$1.89
The 85% Dark is awesome.
(http://www.aldi.co.uk/uk/media/product_range/product_range/UK_Chocolate_PD2.jpg)
$1.69
(http://aldi.us/us/media/product_range/product_range/GS0000-Roasted-Red-Pepper-Hummus-Detail.jpg)
$3.99/16oz
(http://www.aldi.us/us/media/product_range/product_range/detail_Carl_OliveOil_2668.jpg)
$3.99/16oz wild
(http://www.aldi.us/us/media/product_range/product_range/detail_SQ_Salmon_8052.jpg)
$2.49/19oz
(http://www.aldi.us/us/media/product_range/product_range/GroundTurkey_D.jpg)
$1.99
(http://www.aldi.us/us/media/product_range/product_range/GS0000-Artichoke-Garlic-Salsa-Detail.jpg)
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How are the salmon fillets?
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How are the salmon fillets?
Decent.
For the price I'm not going to complain.
Actually, everything I've gotten from there has been good.
Their fresh vegs like colored peppers, carrots, broccoli, mushrooms, bagged spinach and greens are always good.
The chic breasts are $2.49/lb
Fresh blueberries when in are always great and so are the frozen ones.
String cheese is ok.
Big tub of oatmeal is cheap.
Eggs are cheap.
They always get in "special buys" for a limited time at good prices and good quality.
I don't know why they have a negative rep. ??? Maybe cuz they originally opened stores in the hood ??? I absolutely HATE their checkouts.
First timers - $cash only or debit - bring your own bags - .25 for cart (returned when returned)
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Good Thread
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Decent.
For the price I'm not going to complain.
I don't know why they have a negative rep. ??? Maybe cuz they originally opened stores in the hood ??? I absolutely HATE their checkouts.
Thanks for the input.
I didn’t realize they had any bad rap.
We have several throughout our region, ranging from lower-middle to upper-middle class areas.
EVERYONE raves about them.
I’ve only recently started shopping there.
Yeah, their lines suck, but the cashier was more than helpful on my first visit, at which time I didn’t know about the BYO bag rule.
We also have GFS (Gordon Food Service), which is very similar to Aldi’s.
GFS carries more name-brand items at discount prices, and unlike SAM’S or Costco, you don’t have to buy a minimum six-month supply of everything.
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We also have GFS (Gordon Food Service), which is very similar to Aldi’s.
GFS carries more name-brand items at discount prices, and unlike SAM’S or Costco, you don’t have to buy a minimum six-month supply of everything.
There is some sort of relationship to Trader Joes. ??? Something like the owners are cousins or something. Anyway - German company and concepts. They have a lot of German stuff like bakery and chocolate.
They must have good prices on cereal and junk food too cuz I see carts loaded up with that stuff.
I've had good luck with plants too. I bought a few poinsettias at Christmas for dirt cheap and they are still just as red and hearty today.
I kinda wish they would die cuz they're not very summer-y, but I can't bring myself to kill anything :-\
Oh, and they have these fresh packaged bacon wrapped beef filets for $1.79. Now they're only 5 ounces and I've seen leaner, but for $5.73/lb it's a good price for protein for you guys on a budget.
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there is one right by us...I would destroy those salmon fillets and the tilapia..honestly they are pretty good! Thanks for the thread, reminded me to go and buy some food to help with diet..
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Decent.
For the price I'm not going to complain.
Actually, everything I've gotten from there has been good.
Their fresh vegs like colored peppers, carrots, broccoli, mushrooms, bagged spinach and greens are always good.
The chic breasts are $2.49/lb
Fresh blueberries when in are always great and so are the frozen ones.
String cheese is ok.
Big tub of oatmeal is cheap.
Eggs are cheap.
They always get in "special buys" for a limited time at good prices and good quality.
I don't know why they have a negative rep. ??? Maybe cuz they originally opened stores in the hood ??? I absolutely HATE their checkouts.
First timers - $cash only or debit - bring your own bags - .25 for cart (returned when returned)
Yes, the eggs are sooo cheap and their good eggs!
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Today's score:
bag of Gala apples
frozen blueberries
baby carrots
hummus
2 bags of baby spinach
salmon filets
raisins
$18.02
Dinner tonight = salmon and asparagus from the garden.
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I've A LOT of money selling to Aldi. Pain in the ass to work with but awesome volume.
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There is some sort of relationship to Trader Joes. ??? Something like the owners are cousins or something. Anyway - German company and concepts. They have a lot of German stuff like bakery and chocolate.
They must have good prices on cereal and junk food too cuz I see carts loaded up with that stuff.
I've had good luck with plants too. I bought a few poinsettias at Christmas for dirt cheap and they are still just as red and hearty today.
I kinda wish they would die cuz they're not very summer-y, but I can't bring myself to kill anything :-\
Oh, and they have these fresh packaged bacon wrapped beef filets for $1.79. Now they're only 5 ounces and I've seen leaner, but for $5.73/lb it's a good price for protein for you guys on a budget.
Ours has an incredible inventory of snacks, including a wide variety of potato chips and candies - brand names, too.
I like their GFS brand sirloin burgers and egg beaters.
I've also tried some of their frozen appetizers, which are quite tasty.
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A takeoff from another thread.
$1.89
The 85% Dark is awesome.
(http://www.aldi.co.uk/uk/media/product_range/product_range/UK_Chocolate_PD2.jpg)
$1.69
(http://aldi.us/us/media/product_range/product_range/GS0000-Roasted-Red-Pepper-Hummus-Detail.jpg)
$3.99/16oz
(http://www.aldi.us/us/media/product_range/product_range/detail_Carl_OliveOil_2668.jpg)
$3.99/16oz wild
(http://www.aldi.us/us/media/product_range/product_range/detail_SQ_Salmon_8052.jpg)
$2.49/19oz
(http://www.aldi.us/us/media/product_range/product_range/GroundTurkey_D.jpg)
$1.99
(http://www.aldi.us/us/media/product_range/product_range/GS0000-Artichoke-Garlic-Salsa-Detail.jpg)
Are the salmon fillets completely skinless? Thats a very good price but fish skin makes me wanna upchuck on the spot
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Are the salmon fillets completely skinless? Thats a very good price but fish skin makes me wanna upchuck on the spot
Yes, they are skinless. The downside to that is they're hard to grill cuz they want to fall apart.
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Aldi's bad rep came from the fact that they are hard discounters and we aren't used to that. We are used to having people double bag stuff and have supper fast checkouts. Not like that there. The thing with them is that I can never do all my shopping there. Never ebough selection, but awesome for the basics.
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Aldi's bad rep came from the fact that they are hard discounters and we aren't used to that. We are used to having people double bag stuff and have supper fast checkouts. Not like that there. The thing with them is that I can never do all my shopping there. Never ebough selection, but awesome for the basics.
What is a "hard discounter?"
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What is a "hard discounter?"
You have to take your own bags, or use boxes. 25 cent deposit on taking a grocery cart so you'll return it to the corral and a few other basic things like that. It's way worth it IMO.
They had Jelly Beans for Easter that were like top quality. As good or better (maybe the same with a different label) than Jelly Belly. They were about half as expensive.
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You have to take your own bags, or use boxes. 25 cent deposit on taking a grocery cart so you'll return it to the corral and a few other basic things like that. It's way worth it IMO.
They had Jelly Beans for Easter that were like top quality. As good or better (maybe the same with a different label) than Jelly Belly. They were about half as expensive.
Okay, I didn't know that type of setup had a name.
That's how our GFS is, too.
As far as the off-label stuff, I've wondered about that, as well.
I wouldn't doubt that there are some brand-name companies who sell their product to other places that put their "own" labels on it.
I've seen this phenomenon plenty of times with tools.
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Okay, I didn't know that type of setup had a name.
That's how our GFS is, too.
As far as the off-label stuff, I've wondered about that, as well.
I wouldn't doubt that there are some brand-name companies who sell their product to other places that put their "own" labels on it.
I've seen this phenomenon plenty of times with tools.
Some of their 'off brand' stuff is just as good as or better than the name brand stuff.
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thanks guys i literally live right down the block from one ,that opened recently.
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Yeah i think im gonna start hitting my ALDI up again especially for those salmon fillets.
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Fresh blueberries $1.29/pint
Get 'em quick!
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^^ Fruit of the gods!!
I'm glad that strawberries are in for a few more weeks, too!
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My wife shops at Aldi all the time. She always gets good buys with and without coupons/home. The only thing that tasted completely terrible was the prepackaged steaks. They tasted like they had been preserved in some type of brine.
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^^ Fruit of the gods!!
I'm glad that strawberries are in for a few more weeks, too!
Strawberries = .99/lb right now. They look like they're on steroids. ;D
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Strawberries = .99/lb right now. They look like they're on steroids. ;D
Thanks!
If I remember, I'll stop on my way home tomorrow.
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Very good thread here. I shop at Save-A-Lot, myself. VERY, VERY similar to Aldi's. Pretty much the same damn store. I, also, on occasion, shop at Gordon Foods. Use to work there when I was younger, in fact. Their pre-cooked Pub Burgers are to die for !!!!!!!!! That's only if you LOVE burgers though. And, I, LLLOOOOOVVVVEEEEEEE burgers ! LOL.
Btw, Princess, you ever try Aldi's Chicken Salad ?? Yum yummy !!! :D
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Btw, Princess, you ever try Aldi's Chicken Salad ?? Yum yummy !!! :D
Is that mayo based? No, I've never tried it.
This week - Special Buy (ie; while supplies last)
$1.19
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Not what I expected, and you'd have to rinse to have it look like the label, BUT, very very good. I can see throwing a can or two in a pot of chilli this winter. OR, for those of you who don't cook, just open a can, throw in some cooked diced, chicken or beef and it would be a complete meal. I just sprinkled a few spoonfuls over a salad.
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i'm in a mood to buy stuff
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i'm in a mood to buy stuff
Did you win the lottery?
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First hand report: friend of mine lives in Brixon, chavs barracaded off the street he lives in and raided the local Aldi, taking everything, police didn't show up until hours later. Insane.
Riot In England
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Aldi is carrying Greek yogurt now!
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might have to check it out
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The cocoa dusted ones are like crack!
(http://www.aldi.us/us/media/offers/01_11_06_29/112311_40636_DeluxeAlmonds_D.jpg)
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Our Aldi's has blueberries for $1.50/pint.
I haven't tried them yet, but they look good!
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Our Aldi's has blueberries for $1.50/pint.
I haven't tried them yet, but they look good!
ooo good price (for this time of year). Gotta check that out. The ones I froze this summer are gonnnne.
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ooo good price (for this time of year). Gotta check that out. The ones I froze this summer are gonnnne.
It turns out they're pretty good, too; not sour like they can often be this time of year.
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It turns out they're pretty good, too; not sour like they can often be this time of year.
:'(
$2.49 here
Not that desperate. I'll stick with USA (Michigan) frozen for now.
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:'(
$2.49 here
Not that desperate. I'll stick with USA (Michigan) frozen for now.
Don't worry; domestic will be in before you know it.
I expect a fairly heavy-bearing year.
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Avocados at our stores are $0.49/piece, and they are HUGE!!
I've got six sitting on the kitchen bistro table ripening right now, plus one in the fridge that's ready to be used from the last purchase. Actually, I thought they were a good price last time I bought them for $1.00 ea.
I love their produce!
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Strawberries = .99/lb right now. They look like they're on steroids. ;D
they're probably from Mexico so they just might be... ;D
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Dear Princess L, thank you for nudging me in aldi's direction!!! I was a snob about where I shopped until my wife had to retire do to health reasons. We lost over 20 grand a year, so it was hard to justify spending lots of $$$$ on bodybuilding food. I can go to aldi's with $40.00 and come home with LOTS of eggs, oatmeal, produce etc... Their greek yogurt is all natural and tastes great!! Thanks again, barretta.
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We just had a bunch of Bottom Dollar stores open throughout our area.
I haven't checked them out yet, but my parents stopped in one the other week and said it's pretty decent: lots of generic off-label items with good prices.
I'm glad to see places like this, Aldi's, and GFS giving the larger chains a run for their money. Lots of people I talk to are fed up with the huge grocery stores' prices.
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Dear Princess L, thank you for nudging me in aldi's direction!!! I was a snob about where I shopped until my wife had to retire do to health reasons. We lost over 20 grand a year, so it was hard to justify spending lots of $$$$ on bodybuilding food. I can go to aldi's with $40.00 and come home with LOTS of eggs, oatmeal, produce etc... Their greek yogurt is all natural and tastes great!! Thanks again, barretta.
I think they got a bad rap years ago for some reason, but their stuff is good quality - very high turnover, so stuff is always fresh.
They're carrying FAGE now - $3.29/17oz.
Grapefruits are .29 each.
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The cocoa dusted ones are like crack!
(http://www.aldi.us/us/media/offers/01_11_06_29/112311_40636_DeluxeAlmonds_D.jpg)
Speaking of crack, I'd like to see y ....oh never mind.
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I think they got a bad rap years ago for some reason, but their stuff is good quality - very high turnover, so stuff is always fresh.
They're carrying FAGE now - $3.29/17oz.
Grapefruits are .29 each.
For Fage, nothing beats costco. NOTHING!
My favorite night snack is now a bowl of 0% fage, handfull of slivered almonds with a shower of honey. Oh so good!
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good shop Aldi's ..i shop a lot in there..
some nice food at the right price ..some shit as well ;D..
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Fresh pineapples are .99 this week!
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$7.99 starting Wednesday.
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$7.99 starting Wednesday.
(http://www.aldi.us/us/media/offers/05_30_12/053012_41342_SockeyeSalmonFillet_D.jpg)
Never appeared in our circulars. >:(
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Aldi is carrying Greek yogurt now!
Which brand(s) and flavor(s) do you like to buy there?
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Which brand(s) and flavor(s) do you like to buy there?
I only bought the plain, but now they don't carry it ~ only the blueberry and strawberry ~ which I've never had. I add my own mixin's . Now that they have FAGE, I get that.
Frozen wild caught salmon there again this week. Not the sockeye though. I think this stuff is from China.
The cherries have been good ~ $1.99/lb
Guac is so quick and easy to make so whenever I have people over last minute, I whip some up. These chips are AWESOME! A 1lb bag is like $2.39. Everyone always comments on how great they are.
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I only bought the plain, but now they don't carry it ~ only the blueberry and strawberry ~ which I've never had. I add my own mixin's . Now that they have FAGE, I get that.
Frozen wild caught salmon there again this week. Not the sockeye though. I think this stuff is from China.
The cherries have been good ~ $1.99/lb
Guac is so quick and easy to make so whenever I have people over last minute, I whip some up. These chips are AWESOME! A 1lb bag is like $2.39. Everyone always comments on how great they are.
(http://www.el-milagro.com/product%20pages/totopos.jpg)
Okay, thanks.
I bought some of the strawberry & peach to try. Not bad; I wasn't sure quite what to expect.
I've never had FAGE before, but the folks on here seem to like it. Maybe I'll pick up some today to try.
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Okay, thanks.
I bought some of the strawberry & peach to try. Not bad; I wasn't sure quite what to expect.
I've never had FAGE before, but the folks on here seem to like it. Maybe I'll pick up some today to try.
For a fruit added variety, I'm sure it's good. I just don't like anything added ~ too much sugar and reminds me of added jam ~ not a good combo IMO. FAGE is great and so is the Aldi PLAIN 0%. Add your own fresh or frozen blueberries (or other fruit), a smidge of peanut butter and some sweetener (I use Splenda). Bon Appétit
Use the FAGE in place of sour cream for anything.
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For a fruit added variety, I'm sure it's good. I just don't like anything added ~ too much sugar and reminds me of added jam ~ not a good combo IMO. FAGE is great and so is the Aldi PLAIN 0%. Add your own fresh or frozen blueberries (or other fruit), a smidge of peanut butter and some sweetener (I use Splenda). Bon Appétit
Use the FAGE in place of sour cream for anything.
Gotcha.
Thanks, again!!
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I think this might even be better than Nutella at half the price.
Bastards >:(
;D
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I think this might even be better than Nutella at half the price.
Bastards >:(
;D
(http://thebrainofkate.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/wpid-imag0825.jpg?w=645)
Nice!
Does anyone make an off-brand Peanut Butter Company product; particularly their dark chocolate dreams flavor?
;)
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Nice!
Does anyone make an off-brand Peanut Butter Company product; particularly their dark chocolate dreams flavor?
;)
Try this $h!t and you'll never go back. It's better than eating frosting right out of the can!
;D
F'g crack I tell ya!
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Try this $h!t and you'll never go back. It's better than eating frosting right out of the can!
;D
F'g crack I tell ya!
Very well...
I will gladly sample your crack.
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WENT ONCE ITS LITERALLY AROUND THE BLOCK FROM ME.THERE FROZEN FOOD SECTION LOOKED GOOD....I HAVE TO GO AGAIN.
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I think this might even be better than Nutella at half the price.
Bastards >:(
;D
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I stopped on the way home from work today. On your recommendation, I bought the FAGE & looked for the hazelnut spread, but couldn't find it. I found the Berryhill section, but not the stuff above.
My Aldi also doesn't carry the Fit N Active ground turkey.
I'll have to stop at the other store a few miles out to check there.
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I stopped on the way home from work today. On your recommendation, I bought the FAGE & looked for the hazelnut spread, but couldn't find it. I found the Berryhill section, but not the stuff above.
My Aldi also doesn't carry the Fit N Active ground turkey.
I'll have to stop at the other store a few miles out to check there.
It should be by the peanut butter and jelly section.
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It should be by the peanut butter and jelly section.
I saw the other Berrhill jars of jams, jellies, etc.
I'll look again; it seems like a pretty standard item.
There's also another Aldi store nearby that I'll check.
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I stopped on the way home from work today. On your recommendation, I bought the FAGE [/b
What's the verdict?
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What's the verdict?
Taste doesn't usually bother me, but this stuff "needs" something added to it; be it fruit, honey, etc. I can't eat much of it plain.
I first tried adding blueberries since they are my favroite fruit outside of Bay. It helped, but honey seems to be the best. In fact, I can eat more than I probably should with honey added.
I stopped on the way home from work today and bought two more tubs of it.
Forgot the honey, though.
I'd like to try it as a sour cream substitute sometime.
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Taste doesn't usually bother me, but this stuff "needs" something added to it; be it fruit, honey, etc. I can't eat much of it plain.
I first tried adding blueberries since they are my favroite fruit outside of Bay. It helped, but honey seems to be the best. In fact, I can eat more than I probably should with honey added.
I stopped on the way home from work today and bought two more tubs of it.
Forgot the honey, though.
I'd like to try it as a sour cream substitute sometime.
Does anyone like PLAIN yogurt of any style or brand? Plain Greek yogurt is SO versatile.
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Does anyone like PLAIN yogurt of any style or brand? Plain Greek yogurt is SO versatile.
I'm opened to trying it.
In what other capacities do you like using it?
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I'm opened to trying it.
In what other capacities do you like using it?
Yes, I never eat it "plain". Mostly with blueberries, smidge of peanut butter, sweetener ~ might add homemade granola or dried cranberries or dried cherries. Of course it's great in smoothies.
Anywhere you'd use sour cream or even mayo. Mix in some pickle relish and use as a tartar sauce for fish. Add a dry package of seasoning (like ranch or taco) and use for a dip or spread. Use it in place of sour cream called for in baking (like in a chocolate cake). Mix in a small amount of sweet/hot Thai chili dipping sauce and use it for a dipping sauce for egg rolls or other hors d' oeuvres. Mix with salsa. Mix with chives, dill, etc and use on top of baked potato. Use your imagination!
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Yes, I never eat it "plain". Mostly with blueberries, smidge of peanut butter, sweetener ~ might add homemade granola or dried cranberries or dried cherries. Of course it's great in smoothies.
Anywhere you'd use sour cream or even mayo. Mix in some pickle relish and use as a tartar sauce for fish. Add a dry package of seasoning (like ranch or taco) and use for a dip or spread. Use it in place of sour cream called for in baking (like in a chocolate cake). Mix in a small amount of sweet/hot Thai chili dipping sauce and use it for a dipping sauce for egg rolls or other hors d' oeuvres. Mix with salsa. Mix with chives, dill, etc and use on top of baked potato. Use your imagination!
(http://mybrands.com/images/products/xlarge/blue-dragon-sweet-chili-dipping-sauce.jpg)
Thanks for the ideas & suggestions. How do you think it would taste on a baked potato?
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Thanks for the ideas & suggestions. How do you think it would taste on a baked potato?
By itself? Blah
Would need some seasoning of some sort, at least s&p
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By itself? Blah
Would need some seasoning of some sort, at least s&p
Gotcha.
Thanks!!
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Try:
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5 tablespoons yogurt 4 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1 pinch salt
or
Yogurt
garlic clove, minced
dill weed
shallot, minced
minced fresh parsley leaves
beau monde (seasoning salt), optional
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Try:
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5 tablespoons yogurt 4 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1 pinch salt
That looks AND sounds good!!
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This recipe is ALWAYS a hit!!
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http://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/browse-all-recipes/peanut-chicken-skewers-with-chili-mayonnaise-recipe-00000000024595/index.html
For the dipping sauce, I use the Greek yogurt with some of that Thai sweet/hot chili sauce mixed in. People rave about it!
Once in awhile Aldi will have a special buy on dipping sauces. I just opened a bottle the other day and used it. It was AWESOME. Had some great kick to it.
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Oktoberfest at Aldi!
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Oktoberfest at Aldi!
What's on the "menu?"
I'm terrible when I go in that place. It's usually on the way home from work or the gym, and I typically make a b-line straight to the sections I always visit, with blinders on to everything else.
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Oktoberfest at Aldi!
Aldi Beer.... :-X
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What's on the "menu?"
I'm terrible when I go in that place. It's usually on the way home from work or the gym, and I typically make a b-line straight to the sections I always visit, with blinders on to everything else.
It's a small store. It shouldn't take much time to check out all the isles.
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It's a small store. It shouldn't take much time to check out all the isles.
I don't like to shop. ;D
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What's on the "menu?"
Flank steak $5.99/lb this week. Probably will sell out by tomorrow.
Next week lobsters $12.99/8oz - not sure if that is a good price tho ???
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Flank steak $5.99/lb this week. Probably will sell out by tomorrow.
Next week lobsters $12.99/8oz - not sure if that is a good price tho ???
Thanks, I'll check it out.
I don't believe that all stores run the same specials, though. I've noticed differences between our regions before. I still haven't found that hazelnut spread, and I've looked in the peanut butter isle the last two times I went there. >:(
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I also noticed this week they have 28oz cans of diced organic tomatoes for $1.69. Good time to stock up for chili making season. Also they have boxes of couscous. I don't use the flavor packets that come in the box. I make my own "dressing". Oh, and they also have 4oz logs of goat cheese for @1.99 - good price. Other stores put them on sale for $2.50.
Thanks, I'll check it out.
I don't believe that all stores run the same specials, though. I've noticed differences between our regions before. I still haven't found that hazelnut spread, and I've looked in the peanut butter isle the last two times I went there. >:(
Let me know if you have to have it. I'll send ya some ;)
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Aldi Beer.... :-X
Their wine is pretty sucky too. I've heard their Corona knockoff isn't bad.
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Let me know if you have to have it. I'll send ya some ;)
Thanks! When I run out of my current Jiff supply, I may take you up on the offer!!
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I think this might even be better than Nutella at half the price.
Bastards >:(
;D
(http://thebrainofkate.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/wpid-imag0825.jpg?w=645)
According to their flyer for next week, it looks like it's going to be a regular item everywhere. Maybe they were test marketing in my area.
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Special purchase this week. Get 'em while they last. $3.49
I'm skeered to open them :P
(http://www.aldi.us/us/media/offers/10_03_12/100312_2797_ChocCranberries_D.jpg)
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Special purchase this week. Get 'em while they last. $3.49
I'm skeered to open them :P
(http://www.aldi.us/us/media/offers/10_03_12/100312_2797_ChocCranberries_D.jpg)
Thankfully, they're not that great :D
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Abomination.
It's a sin to waste chocolate on something as disgusting as cranberries. :-X
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This week they have some good specials (meaning limited supply) to stock up for holiday entertaining like these pestos which will be great for hors d' oeuvres and roasted red peppers and Gouda rounds and infused olive oils.
(http://aldi.us/us/media/offers/10_17_12/101712_4752_PestoBasil_D.jpg)
also a sun-dried tomato one which will be great for bruschetta
(http://aldi.us/us/media/offers/10_17_12/101712_7476_RoastedPeppers_D.jpg)
(http://www.worldharvestfoods.com/files/GOUDA%20WHEEL%20RED%20WAX%20HOLLAND.jpg)
(http://aldi.us/us/media/offers/10_17_12/101712_41140_Garlic_D.jpg)
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According to their flyer for next week, it looks like it's going to be a regular item everywhere. Maybe they were test marketing in my area.
We finally got it here.
$1.99/ea.
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These things are addicting >:(
(http://aldi.us/us/media/offers/081011_1763_Pretzels_O.jpg)
For some reason, pretzels are the only "junk food"/refined carb that doesn't bother me in one way or another (carb hangover, bloating, farting, lethergy, etc.)
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They have BPA free water bottles right now for like four dollars. They're really nice/well constructed.
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They have BPA free water bottles right now for like four dollars. They're really nice/well constructed...if you're a yuppie or hipster.
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hahhahahahahahahahah!!!! ;D
I don't know what's worse!
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hahhahahahahahahahah!!!! ;D
I don't know what's worse!
I have yuppies in my family. I've acquired a tolerance.
Thankfully, none of the kids have turned hipster. But, just in case that day ever comes, I should prepare the belt talk.
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I have yuppies in my family. I've acquired a tolerance.
Thankfully, none of the kids have turned hipster. But, just in case that day ever comes, I should prepare the belt talk.
Have you seriously seen the Aldi water bottles? Now I'm too self conscious to take the big blue bastard back to the gym!!! hahahah!!! ;D
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Have you seriously seen the Aldi water bottles? Now I'm too self conscious to take the big blue bastard back to the gym!!! hahahah!!! ;D
I may stop tonight. If I do, I'll look.
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The Aldi's near us carried roses for Valentine's Day. I just saw the dozen my Dad bought my Mom last night. They haven't begun to droop at all and look almost as healthy as they did more than a week prior!
He only paid 15 bucks, and said they've lasted longer than ones he's paid over $100 for in years past!! They just don't come with a vase or the baby's breath.
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The Aldi's near us carried roses for Valentine's Day. I just saw the dozen my Dad bought my Mom last night. They haven't begun to droop at all and look almost as healthy as they did more than a week prior!
He only paid 15 bucks, and said they've lasted longer than ones he's paid over $100 for in years past!! They just don't come with a vase or the baby's breath.
Their plants and flowers are always good. I have these damn poinsettia plants that were only $3 bucks, but they still look good. I can't bring myself to kill them.
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Their plants and flowers are always good. I have these damn poinsettia plants that were only $3 bucks, but they still look good. I can't bring myself to kill them.
Ha-ha...you had that same "problem" last year!!
Time to go back to buying the shitty ones.
;)
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Fresh asparagus(US grown) $1.49/lb. I've had 3# already this week and it's awesome! Very fresh. Nicely packaged so it doesn't get all manhandled.
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Asparagus jumped up to $2.49/lb for a short time. It's back to $1.49.
It's awesome roasted (drizzle w/olive oil & kosher salt - single layer 425 ~20-25 min)
Another great item, especially for entertaining.
(http://aldi.us/us/media/offers/03_13_2013/031313_40511_HandRolledGoatCheeseLog_D.jpg)
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BUMP...
I haven't been to Aldi in a few weeks, except to quickly run in after work to buy eggs and Greek yogurt. Any good buys lately, Princess?
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BUMP...
I haven't been to Aldi in a few weeks, except to quickly run in after work to buy eggs and Greek yogurt. Any good buys lately, Princess?
Tenderloins - $5.99/lb Had one on the grill last night & it was very good.
Avocados - .49/ea
Strawberries - .99/lb
Kiwi - .99/bag (about 6)
Eggs - .89/doz.
My favorite all-purpose frying pan. $14.99
I bought one last year and it's great. Not at all flimsy, non-stick. Washes up beautifully.
(http://aldi.us/us/media/offers/05_08_2013/050813_90359_FryingPan_D.jpg)
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My favorite all-purpose frying pan. $14.99
I bought one last year and it's great. Not at all flimsy, non-stick. Washes up beautifully.
(http://aldi.us/us/media/offers/05_08_2013/050813_90359_FryingPan_D.jpg)
Where's it made?
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Where's it made?
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f2/Leaning_Tower_of_Pisa.jpg/250px-Leaning_Tower_of_Pisa.jpg)
Not here!
(http://images.nationalgeographic.com/wpf/media-live/photos/000/029/cache/china_2924_600x450.jpg)
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Is this your first 100+ reply thread Princess? Congrats! ;D
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Not here!
(http://images.nationalgeographic.com/wpf/media-live/photos/000/029/cache/china_2924_600x450.jpg)
;D
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Amazing supermarket.
Over here in th UK they've won the 'Which Supermarket' award for a few years running, which is a huge acheivement considering the other giants that compete for this.
I have 4 total in my household, wife and 2 young children. We eat like kings, 90% fresh produce to boot, for around £40 a week. That is unheard of for a small family grocery bill over here.
I buy a different pack of mixed dried fruit a week (£0.69), some of the mixtures are amazing and go perfect with my morning oats! Considering the equivalent amount of dried fruit at a competitors supermarket is nearly 3 times the cost!
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Amazing supermarket.
Over here in th UK they've won the 'Which Supermarket' award for a few years running, which is a huge acheivement considering the other giants that compete for this.
I have 4 total in my household, wife and 2 young children. We eat like kings, 90% fresh produce to boot, for around £40 a week. That is unheard of for a small family grocery bill over here.
I buy a different pack of mixed dried fruit a week (£0.69), some of the mixtures are amazing and go perfect with my morning oats! Considering the equivalent amount of dried fruit at a competitors supermarket is nearly 3 times the cost!
Sounds like your prices are better than ours.
They definitely run a lean, tight ship.
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Sounds like your prices are better than ours.
They definitely run a lean, tight ship.
Im not sure they have any Aldi stores in the south. Same thing for in and out, and Carl's.
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Im not sure they have any Aldi stores in the south. Same thing for in and out, and Carl's.
Put your zip code into the store locator on their site. Stores are all over the place. Admittedly, I've been to several throughout the US and some are not as nice as others.
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Sounds like your prices are better than ours.
They definitely run a lean, tight ship.
One thing I hate though, is that the first ailse you are forced to walk through contains all the pastries, chocolate, candy and cookies :'(
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This week
$7.99/lb
(http://aldi.us/us/media/offers/05_29_2013/052913_41342_SockeyeSalmonFillet_D.jpg)
$2.99
(http://aldi.us/us/media/offers/05_29_2013/052913_40520_DoubleCreamBrieWedge_D.jpg)
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Way better than the "popular" brand.
(http://food-hugs.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/DSC_01394.jpg)
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princess l ur killing me on this thread with guilt i live 2 minutes from an aldi ,i keep forgetting to go there,,, :-\...
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I've been waiting for months to stock up on this. They only have it once or twice a year. This stuff (the Thai Chili) is awesome! Mix a little in with Greek yogurt for a fabulous dip for chicken appetizers, egg rolls, falafel, roasted sweet potatoes, white fish, or anything fried.
(http://aldi.us/us/media/offers/082113_3448_AsianDippingSauces_D.jpg)
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they get some good stuff there. I need to see if I can find the blender thing you got. I have to do better. I've basically given up and my blood glucose levels are incredibly high. Gave up on the caring of the diabetes.
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they get some good stuff there. I need to see if I can find the blender thing you got. I have to do better. I've basically given up and my blood glucose levels are incredibly high. Gave up on the caring of the diabetes.
The blender is probably sold out by now. It was a special buy - limited quantities.
Shame on you and diabetes mgt. >:( With your skills and knowledge, it should be easy to come up with tasty recipes that fit.
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Gave up on the caring of the diabetes.
You need to come shadow me at my job for a few days. That'll change your mind and attitude REAL quick!
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You need to come shadow me at my job for a few days. That'll change your mind and attitude REAL quick!
Migsy needs an intervention! Where does the problem lie señor? Is it motivation or lack of knowledge of what to/how to eat?
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Migsy needs an intervention! Where does the problem lie señor? Is it motivation or lack of knowledge of what to/how to eat?
He needs to have a chargrilled diabetic toe break off in his hand during a lower extremity arterial exam. That's usually pretty convincing.
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I'm just fed up with life lol. Plus I have low T, so motivation is zilch. I need to get better eating (no excuse, I have a B.S. in nutrition) Tired of taking meds so I stopped. I think my A1C is somewhere around 12-13. Sugars run mid 200's plus. Go big right? :(
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Dr's appointment tomorrow. When I get the labs back I'll post it.
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Good stuff!
;D
(https://www.aldi.us/fileadmin/fm-dam/Weekly_Assets/2013/SB_9_11/091113_6004_12DoubleRollBathTissue_D.jpg)
$5.49 this week - Special Buy
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$1.09 this week
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really? I buy toilet paper at Costco.
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Funny to see Aldi carries quite different products in the USA. For instance, they don't sell turkey in the Netherlands, only beef, pork and chicken. :(
You have to take your own bags, or use boxes. 25 cent deposit on taking a grocery cart so you'll return it to the corral and a few other basic things like that. [...]
Another difference with the Netherlands: the Aldi here Does not stand out, because you have to bring your own bags. Every grocery store expects you to bring your own bags. Same for the deposit on carts, that's in almost every grocery store. Here it's a 50 euro-cents deposit.
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Funny to see Aldi carries quite different products in the USA. For instance, they don't sell turkey in the Netherlands, only beef, pork and chicken. :(
Another difference with the Netherlands: the Aldi here Does not stand out, because you have to bring your own bags. Every grocery store expects you to bring your own bags. Same for the deposit on carts, that's in almost every grocery store. Here it's a 50 euro-cents deposit.
BYOB & cart rental is here too (.25). Most people are becoming accustomed to BYOB nowadays to any grocer ~ it's the "green thing" to do. 8)
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$1.89/lb for boneless skinless chicken breasts and $4.59/lb for organic grass fed ground beef. My store is probably out by now :-[
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$1.89/lb for boneless skinless chicken breasts and $4.59/lb for organic grass fed ground beef. My store is probably out by now :-[
I need to go around the block literally and revisit aldi's ,im lazy to go and seems like great place for value.
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$2.49
Like crack to the chocoholic
(https://www.aldi.com.au/fileadmin/fm-dam/Products/special_buys/Week_45/Christmas/WK45_PD_067.jpg)
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$6.49/lb.
$10-$12 elsewhere
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$6.49/lb.
$10-$12 elsewhere
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you eat hard cheeses?
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you eat hard cheeses?
It's a semi-soft cheese from Norway.
Parmesan is a hard cheese.
Why?
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It's a semi-soft cheese from Norway.
Parmesan is a hard cheese.
Why?
tends to be very calorie dense... low on nutritional value
just asking
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Aldi's...put a quarter in the cart to use it, get your quarter back when you return it.
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Aldi's...put a quarter in the cart to use it, get your quarter back when you return it.
I can't understand why some people bitch about this.
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Aldi's...put a quarter in the cart to use it, get your quarter back when you return it.
yeah i don't get bitching about that either... tends to help keep the carts from being left all over the place
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I love shopping at Aldi. We save so much money! When I go to a "regular" grocery store I damn near have a heart attack when they ring up the bill!!! Thanks again Princess L for steering me to Aldi.
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tends to be very calorie dense... low on nutritional value
just asking
Hard cheeses are very nutritious, but generally you don't eat that much for it to have that much of an impact. Once ounce of grated parm goes a long way to enhance flavor. I even use the rind to add flavor to (homemade) soups.
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yeah i don't get bitching about that either... tends to help keep the carts from being left all over the place
I hardly ever get a cart, but when I do, I give it to some old lady coming in. You'd think they hit the jackpot based on their reaction. ;D
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(https://www.aldi.us/fileadmin/fm-dam/Weekly_Assets/2013/SB_11_13/111313_42883_GrandiMoriProsecco_D_01.jpg)
Special buy this week $8.99 Don't know how it is but it has decent reviews. Probably can't go wrong for the holidays and making bellinis
(http://www.culicurious.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Strawberry-Bellini-Recipe-1.jpg)
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(https://www.aldi.us/fileadmin/fm-dam/Weekly_Assets/2013/SB_11_20/112013_40511_HandRolledGoatCheeseLog_D.jpg)
These are coming up next week for $3.29. They're awesome for holiday entertaining. Usually $5 or more at other stores.
This will be $2.99. At least $6 elsewhere.
(https://www.aldi.us/fileadmin/fm-dam/Weekly_Assets/2013/SB_11_20/112013_40520_DoubleCremeBrieWedge_D.jpg)
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Hard cheeses are very nutritious, but generally you don't eat that much for it to have that much of an impact. Once ounce of grated parm goes a long way to enhance flavor. I even use the rind to add flavor to (homemade) soups.
oh i eat hard cheese... parmesan almost daily
more for flavor than nutrition though :-[
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I can't understand why some people bitch about this.
Me neither...I liked the way the tray clicked out real fast when you hooked it up with another parked cart
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Special Buy this week. $19.99 A must have in every kitchen.
(https://www.aldi.us/fileadmin/fm-dam/Weekly_Assets/2013/SB_11_13/111313_42460_HandBlender_D.jpg)
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Special Buy this week. $19.99 A must have in every kitchen.
(https://www.aldi.us/fileadmin/fm-dam/Weekly_Assets/2013/SB_11_13/111313_42460_HandBlender_D.jpg)
$20?
BPAs?
i tried one of those things at a friend's house once and found them poor substitutes for my big kitchen toys
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$20?
BPAs?
i tried one of those things at a friend's house once and found them poor substitutes for my big kitchen toys
What do you expect it to do? They are great for making soups, sauces, whipped cream, vinegarettes, etc. Super easy to clean. Quick and convenient. Beats hauling out the big stuff.
You're such a curmudgeon >:(
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What do you expect it to do? They are great for making soups, sauces, whipped cream, vinegarettes, etc. Super easy to clean. Quick and convenient. Beats hauling out the big stuff.
You're such a curmudgeon >:(
it's not listed as BPA free on the site.... which means it's a franken product
i thought you were on my side when it comes to the ills of the modern age?
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it's not listed as BPA free on the site.... which means it's a franken product
i thought you were on my side when it comes to the ills of the modern age?
WTF are you talking about? It's a freakin' blender.
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WTF are you talking about? It's a freakin' blender.
;D
Sorry, I was gonna stay out of this, but I'm stuck at home on call, and that was too funny not to acknowledge!
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WTF are you talking about? It's a freakin' blender.
BPAs are bad for you... blending warm/hot soup in shit quality plastics is a bad idea... i personally own a breville sous chef... 16 cup capacity and bpa free... and it could puree my shoes
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http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/bpa/AN01955 (http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/bpa/AN01955)
What is BPA, and what are the concerns about BPA?
BPA stands for bisphenol A. BPA is an industrial chemical that has been used to make certain plastics and resins since the 1960s.
BPA is found in polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins. Polycarbonate plastics are often used in containers that store food and beverages, such as water bottles. They may also be used in other consumer goods.
Epoxy resins are used to coat the inside of metal products, such as food cans, bottle tops and water supply lines. Some dental sealants and composites also may contain BPA.
Some research has shown that BPA can seep into food or beverages from containers that are made with BPA. Exposure to BPA is a concern because of possible health effects of BPA on the brain, behavior and prostate gland of fetuses, infants and children.
However, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has said that BPA is safe at the very low levels that occur in some foods. This assessment is based on review of hundreds of studies.
The FDA is continuing its review of BPA, including supporting ongoing research. In the meantime, if you're concerned about BPA, you can take these steps to reduce your exposure:
Seek out BPA-free products. More and more BPA-free products have come to market. Look for products labeled as BPA-free. If a product isn't labeled, keep in mind that some, but not all, plastics marked with recycle codes 3 or 7 may be made with BPA.
Cut back on cans. Reduce your use of canned foods since most cans are lined with BPA-containing resin.
Avoid heat. The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, part of the National Institutes of Health, advises against microwaving polycarbonate plastics or putting them in the dishwasher, because the plastic may break down over time and allow BPA to leach into foods.
Use alternatives. Use glass, porcelain or stainless steel containers for hot foods and liquids instead of plastic containers.
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BPAs are bad for you... blending warm/hot soup in shit quality plastics is a bad idea... i personally own a breville sous chef... 16 cup capacity and bpa free... and it could puree my shoes
I'd much rather STICK the stick in the pot I'm cooking rather than dumping the works into another appliance and back to the pot.
Have you been drinking again ???
(http://ncpreppers.files.wordpress.com/2013/01/stick-blender.jpg?w=575)
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I'd much rather STICK the stick in the pot I'm cooking rather than dumping the works into another appliance and back to the pot.
Have you been drinking again ???
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that works for some stuff (over boiled potatoes).... don't think it would do much for cabbage, turnips, kale or other cruciferous vegetables... i use mine to blend everything including cashews (to thicken the soup vegan style)... i also make my own almond butter, etc
and yes i drink on occasion, thank you for asking
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that works for some stuff (over boiled potatoes).... don't think it would do much for cabbage, turnips, kale or other cruciferous vegetables... i use mine to blend everything including cashews (to thicken the soup vegan style)... i also make my own almond butter, etc
and yes i drink on occasion, thank you for asking
An immersion blender is not intended to replace a food processor or even a good blender, BUT it comes in handy for smoothing out my curried butternut squash soup or roasted broccoli-cauliflour-spinach soup, or making sauces stove top. It works great for burr mixing a cranberry sauce, or anything else where you want a variety of textures. Of course a lot of people use it for making smoothies. For $20 bucks, you can't go wrong Mr. Glass Half Empty. :-*
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This thing is going to be on special next week. It's the perfect size for a single person, or if you don't want to invest (yet) in a heavy duty food processor, or if you have frequent smaller tasks where you don't want to haul out the bigg-ass 12 cupper. It would work great for making hummus, chopping herbs or chopping up small amounts of fruits/veggies, making salsa, etc. It would also probably work for making nut butters.
(https://www.aldi.us/fileadmin/fm-dam/Weekly_Assets/2013/SB_11_20/112013_44295_FoodProcessor_D.jpg)
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You can never have too many of these, especially for $5
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An immersion blender is not intended to replace a food processor or even a good blender, BUT it comes in handy for smoothing out my curried butternut squash soup or roasted broccoli-cauliflour-spinach soup, or making sauces stove top. It works great for burr mixing a cranberry sauce, or anything else where you want a variety of textures. Of course a lot of people use it for making smoothies. For $20 bucks, you can't go wrong Mr. Glass Half Empty. :-*
oic...
and i do not live "glass half empty"... to me there isn't a glass at all
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oic...
and i do not live "glass half empty"... to me there isn't a glass at all
You prefer it straight from the bottle huh?
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You prefer it straight from the bottle huh?
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_5bLB9Pa_2Do/TUdZvgLY9TI/AAAAAAAAABw/YaxXO3AP4m0/s1600/Chivas+Regal+50.jpg)
i'd plug it in my veins if i thought i might survive................. ......................
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$2.99 limited
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Meat special this week - organic grass feed ground beef $4.49/lb
(https://www.aldi.us/fileadmin/fm-dam/Weekly_Assets/2014/SB-1-8/FMSB-This-1-8-D.jpg)
Lots of other organic featured items.
Blueberries $1.29
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Meat special this week - organic grass feed ground beef $4.49/lb
(https://www.aldi.us/fileadmin/fm-dam/Weekly_Assets/2014/SB-1-8/FMSB-This-1-8-D.jpg)
Lots of other organic featured items.
Blueberries $1.29
finally stopped there,,yeah fit/healthy brand?all over there ,,good stuff yougurts,frozen foods are top notch..
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$2.99 limited
(https://www.aldi.us/fileadmin/fm-dam/Weekly_Assets/2013/SB_12_4/120413_43996_ChocolateSeaSaltCaramels_D.jpg)
If you didn't snag a few of these around Christmas, they are/were back for a hot minute a week or so ago. Your store might have a few left. Grab 'em while you can, they're awesome.
Same with these
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Apparently people haven't discovered the Manchego. Usually $15/lb & up. They've had 5oz wedges for $3.99 since Christmas on a special buy. Doesn't seem to be selling ~ a shame cuz they probably won't bring it back :-[
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Special buy this week. $1.99 The Thai chili sauce is awesome.
(https://www.aldi.us/fileadmin/fm-dam/Weekly_Assets/2014/SB-2-12/021214_3448_AsianDippingSauces_D.jpg)
This recipe is ALWAYS a hit!!
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http://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/browse-all-recipes/peanut-chicken-skewers-with-chili-mayonnaise-recipe-00000000024595/index.html
For the dipping sauce, I use the Greek yogurt with some of that Thai sweet/hot chili sauce mixed in. People rave about it!
Once in awhile Aldi will have a special buy on dipping sauces. I just opened a bottle the other day and used it. It was AWESOME. Had some great kick to it.
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manchego is awesome. Not biased although my parents are from Spain and this is our cheese lol. That is a great price and I bought some at Christmas. It was good.
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manchego is awesome. Not biased although my parents are from Spain and this is our cheese lol. That is a great price and I bought some at Christmas. It was good.
What do you do with your Manchego? I usually just have it as part of a fruit and cheese plate and pick off little nibbles with wine or grate it in place of Parmesan into recipes.
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What do you do with your Manchego? I usually just have it as part of a fruit and cheese plate and pick off little nibbles with wine or grate it in place of Parmesan into recipes.
it pairs well with fruit and usually have it on my fruit/cheese tray. great with figs or quince paste. stuffed olives or pequillo peppers. I've grated it into mashed potatoes, tossed into salads, you can also add it to fondue. If you have a Panini press, it makes for a good grilled cheese sandwich with some other cheese and a nice tomato bisque.
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Might be a little late since these things were on special last week, so they might be out already, but Flank steak is $5.99/lb Tenderloins also $5.99/lb and Prosecco is $6.99 I think. It's PERFECT for mimosas, bellinis or sangria ~ not dry, not sweet.
(https://www.aldi.us/typo3temp/pics/061114_45548_MonreProsecco_D_b12d6bc11f.jpg)
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Tyson
Fresh Bone-In Chicken Thighs
per lb.89¢
(https://www.aldi.us/typo3temp/pics/This-7-9-O2_b43d1e9868.jpg)
Fresh USDA Choice T-Bone Steak
per lb.$7.99*
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2# $6.89
(https://www.aldi.us/typo3temp/pics/071614_4495_BlackAngusBeefPattiesGarlic_D_51c01cfe5b.jpg)
$5.99(https://www.aldi.us/typo3temp/pics/071614_45554_CheesecakeChocolateTruffle_D_620aba7216.jpg)
Will not buy. Will not buy. Will not buy. Will not buy. Will not buy. Will not buy.
Not gonna buy. Nope. Not gonna.
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$5.99(https://www.aldi.us/typo3temp/pics/071614_45554_CheesecakeChocolateTruffle_D_620aba7216.jpg)
Will not buy. Will not buy. Will not buy. Will not buy. Will not buy. Will not buy.
Not gonna buy. Nope. Not gonna.
So...how was it? ;D
they also have their magic bullet back and a food dehydrator for cheap. At least near me.
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Special buy at Christmas. Still lots on the shelves. Very nice quality.
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Now a regular item.
Those bastards >:(
:D :P
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Currently a special buy. YUMMMM
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I just bought a bag of their roasted macadamia nuts to try. I think I paid about $8 for the bag, which isn't a bad price - although, I noticed immediately upon opening the bag that there were several slightly overdone/burnt ones near the top.
Overall, they're not bad so far. After this bag is finished, I will probably buy a few more.
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I just bought a bag of their roasted macadamia nuts to try. I think I paid about $8 for the bag, which isn't a bad price - although, I noticed immediately upon opening the bag that there were several slightly overdone/burnt ones near the top.
Overall, they're not bad so far. After this bag is finished, I will probably buy a few more.
I only bake with them, which is usually only around the holidays. Good price. Nuts keep fresh longer in freezer.
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Unbelievably good!
(https://www.aldi.us/typo3temp/pics/SEA2015_SEA_47368_BEL_Gelato_RaspberryCheesecake_S_1d9a4b28be.jpg)
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Special buy this week. $2.49
Fantastic on chicken, seared tuna, roasted veggies, grilled beef, roasted tomatoes........
Just a drizzle as a finish
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(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wdDgUKqHRAQ/UAYSbqU8oyI/AAAAAAAAA38/8rGam2vZ3Xs/s1600/Balsamic+Glazed+Chicken.JPG)
(http://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/photo-s/05/f9/4a/b8/balsamic-glaze-mahi-mahi.jpg)
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(http://www.chefpriyanka.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/broc4.jpg)
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Special Buy a couple weeks ago. The pepper jack Swiss ones are excellent. My store sold out in less than a week. :'(
250 cals
29 g protein ea.
(https://www.aldi.us/typo3temp/pics/102815_42649_StuffedEntrees_D_5b2f5da624.jpg)
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Special Buy this week
18" Foam Roller, Massage Roller With Ball or 8-lb. Medicine Ball
each $4.99
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What's the broccoli and cauliflower situation there? It's tripled in cost here...
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What's the broccoli and cauliflower situation there? It's tripled in cost here...
Cauliflower a little more expensive than broccoli, but nothing outrageous for this time of year. I think broccoli was $1.69# yesterday, cauliflower $2.29# both probably out of Mexico.
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Wow...
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Wow...
Lol! x2.
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They're carrying more and more organic, locally grown and gluten free.
(https://www.aldi.us/typo3temp/pics/GFreeTile_01_a882e246ce.jpg)
(https://www.aldi.us/typo3temp/pics/SimplyNature_21c12626d4.jpg)
(https://www.aldi.us/typo3temp/pics/ALDI_NeverAny_Promo_v01_a5fca79025.jpg)
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One of my co-workers was recently diagnosed with celiac disease and is restricted to a gluten-free diet.
She's been getting great deals at Aldi. I've tasted the stuff - it ain't all that bad!!
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One of my co-workers was recently diagnosed with celiac disease and is restricted to a gluten-free diet.
She's been getting great deals at Aldi. I've tasted the stuff - it ain't all that bad!!
I've only tried a couple of things from that line. The Live Free line (gluten free) is mostly cookies, crackers, baking mixes and such. The crackers I've tried were absolutely horrid. The noodles are decent. Everything from the Never Any and Simply Nature lines has been excellent.
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In the UK I find these to be excellent quality and value...
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In the UK I find these to be excellent quality and value...
(http://cdn.aldi-digital.co.uk/British-Dry-Aged-Rib-Eye-Steak-8oz-A.jpg?o=wTnTvsh3PcE6uo8oGvVsBkgbyc4j&V=K1r8)
Yes, they were a special buy the week before last for $6.99#. Excellent. This week they have T-bones for $6.99# which look to be the same high quality.
In addition to the organic line of products (Simply Nature) which includes everything from coconut oil, salad dressing, cereal, canned goods, frozen, dairy and grains, they also have been steadily increasing organic fresh produce choices.
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In the UK I find these to be excellent quality and value...
(http://cdn.aldi-digital.co.uk/British-Dry-Aged-Rib-Eye-Steak-8oz-A.jpg?o=wTnTvsh3PcE6uo8oGvVsBkgbyc4j&V=K1r8)
Wor lass has been experimenting with getting certain things from Aldi and fetched es in a sirloin steak from there, holy fuck it was the best one I tasted in a long while, far better that the shite bought from the big name supermarkets and even several local butchers
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EXCELLENT!!
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Comparable to ON. The vanilla makes great protein pancakes.
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Great thread bump 8)
Do you guys have the other brother's chain in the States? I'm talking about LIDL.
Got one of these lined up for Father's day (hopefully, if my hint's have been dropped heavy enough! :))
Deluxe Dry-Aged British Beef Tomahawk Steak
(https://www.lidl.co.uk/en/Offers.htm?articleId=14070)
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Great thread bump 8)
Do you guys have the other brother's chain in the States? I'm talking about LIDL.
Got one of these lined up for Father's day (hopefully, if my hint's have been dropped heavy enough! :))
Deluxe Dry-Aged British Beef Tomahawk Steak
(https://www.lidl.co.uk/en/Offers.htm?articleId=14070)
(https://content.choiz.me/uploads/2017-11/650x339_67ca7d4a61c90f52ad35054a305f5217.jpg)
That's not a store I've ever heard of in the States.
Aldi in California often times has Tri-Tip on special/sale for $2.99/lb. I rarely see it available in other states, but when it is available, it's definitely worth stocking up on.
(http://www.snakeriverfarms.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/d/r/drr-tritip-raw_4.jpg)
(https://ethnicfoodsrus.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Grilled-Tri-Tip-Roast-with-Oregon-Herb-Rub.jpg)
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Great thread bump 8)
Do you guys have the other brother's chain in the States? I'm talking about LIDL.
Got one of these lined up for Father's day (hopefully, if my hint's have been dropped heavy enough! :))
Deluxe Dry-Aged British Beef Tomahawk Steak
(https://www.lidl.co.uk/en/Offers.htm?articleId=14070)
(https://content.choiz.me/uploads/2017-11/650x339_67ca7d4a61c90f52ad35054a305f5217.jpg)
Prefer Lidl to Aldi, fuck I wish I had one of those steaks, was asked if there was anything I wanted and I said nowt, now I want that
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Great thread bump 8)
Do you guys have the other brother's chain in the States? I'm talking about LIDL.
Got one of these lined up for Father's day (hopefully, if my hint's have been dropped heavy enough! :))
Deluxe Dry-Aged British Beef Tomahawk Steak
(https://www.lidl.co.uk/en/Offers.htm?articleId=14070)
(https://content.choiz.me/uploads/2017-11/650x339_67ca7d4a61c90f52ad35054a305f5217.jpg)
Seems various countries have different ways of butchering livestock. The Dominican and parts of Mexico just mutilate a chicken. And what they call "steak" is a thin piece of shoe leather. Even within the US, various regions have different cuts of meat. I've never seen a cut like that. Looks awesome. Is it just a ribeye with the rib bone?
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Seems various countries have different ways of butchering livestock. The Dominican and parts of Mexico just mutilate a chicken. And what they call "steak" is a thin piece of shoe leather. Even within the US, various regions have different cuts of meat. I've never seen a cut like that. Looks awesome. Is it just a ribeye with the rib bone?
Yes, I believe so - the bone is just for dramatic effect I guess :)
Been reading up on how to cook something this big - probably going to try this method
http://jesspryles.com/recipe/how-to-cook-a-tomahawk-steak/ (http://jesspryles.com/recipe/how-to-cook-a-tomahawk-steak/)
With two tiny changes - I'm going to let the thing come up to room temperature before I start the pre-heating. I also don't put pepper on until after cooking. There's probably a good reason for not doing either of these things, but what they hey...
I'm also making some sour-cream based horseradish sauce, with far too much horseradish - just to help me digest this thing!
I'll report back when I've slept off the 'meat-sweats' ;D
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Yes, I believe so - the bone is just for dramatic effect I guess :)
Been reading up on how to cook something this big - probably going to try this method
http://jesspryles.com/recipe/how-to-cook-a-tomahawk-steak/ (http://jesspryles.com/recipe/how-to-cook-a-tomahawk-steak/)
With two tiny changes - I'm going to let the thing come up to room temperature before I start the pre-heating. I also don't put pepper on until after cooking. There's probably a good reason for not doing either of these things, but what they hey...
I'm also making some sour-cream based horseradish sauce, with far too much horseradish - just to help me digest this thing!
I'll report back when I've slept off the 'meat-sweats' ;D
Those directions are a little unclear regarding letting it come to room temp before cooking, but the picture indicates it's room temp. Using fresh cracked course pepper prior to cooking shouldn't be a burn concern.
This is an awesome horseradish sauce.
Mustard Horseradish Sauce:
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
1/2 tablespoon prepared horseradish
2 tablespoons sour cream
Kosher salt
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July 4
SimplyNature Fresh Organic Grass Fed Strip Steak
per lb.$9.99*
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The spinach artichoke dip is fantastic. Seasonal item
~ $3.29
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Special this week in the refrigerator section.
EXCELLENT flavor. Very thick, could be used as a dip.
(https://www.aldi.us/fileadmin/_processed_/1/a/csm_071118_S_57069_LSB_PremiumSaladDressing_AvocadoRanch_detail2_6afe9fd99f.jpg)