I get asked a lot about different food products I buy, where I buy it, how many points and how is it... So I have been wanting to create a new section on my blog where I post different food products that I use. I will mix things up and showcase products from both Canada and the U.S, I live in Canada but I am only 45 minutes from the border and cross every 6-8 weeks to stock up on things we don't have here, so I kinda have the best of both worlds (okay..the best of both countries 😉 ) I will try to post a review weekly, hopefully you might find some products that interest you.
First up are my favorite chicken sausages, al fresco smoked andouille, they have other flavors but this is by far my favorite! I buy them in the U.S (not available in Canada to my knowledge) at either Target or Walmart. They are 3 smart points each or 3 points plus. My favorite way to cook them is in a pan, cut up with some fresh pineapple 🙂
I am in love with this next item.. Frozen greek yogurt bars, bought at Costco in Canada, unsure if they are in the U.S or not.. This particular box has 2 flavors, strawberry and blueberry, they are 4 smart points each or 2 points plus.
I get asked a lot about the type of reduced fat shredded cheese I use in my recipes, here is one I pick up at Walmart in the U.S. ⅓ cup serving is 3 smart points or 2 points plus. I have bought other kinds as well, I suggest looking at your local grocery store, they will usually carry one kind of reduced fat shredded cheese.
If your familiar with my Instagram then you probably know that I make my frozen hash browns for breakfast often, I will add in fresh peppers/onions and cook them in a frying pan with a little cooking spray and cajun seasoning. These are the ones I buy here in Canada, they are from my local grocery store called "Fresco" and it is their own brand, Sobey's carry this brand as well. I suggest looking in your freezer section at your local grocery store, you will probably find something similar.
A ¾ cup serving is 4 smart points or 3 points plus, by adding in the fresh peppers and onions it makes it seem like a lot more 🙂
I recently picked up these grilled Mediterranean-style chicken skewers at Costco in Canada, but I know I have seen people in the U.S say they have purchased them there as well. They are fully cooked and just need to be re-heated, they are gluten-free as well. Two skewers (100g) will cost you 3 smart points or 4 points plus. I think they are great for easy meal prep, if your making wraps, or can work well for a quick and easy lunch.
Check back next week .. I will try and show at least 5 foods, sometimes more depending how my week is going 😉
Eula
Thank you for all this new information. You must really care for others to go to such great lengths to help. Thank you again and may Gods richest blessings be yours.
Drizzle
Thank you.. I just know it helps to have somewhere to go and find new products that are WW friendly.. Hopefully by adding to it each week I will build up a good list for you all to refer to 🙂
Marylou
These are all wonderful suggestions and I am looking forward to more. Thanks for sharing. I will look for them in the US - Virginia and let you know where I find them.
Thanks again for all you do.
Drizzle
Your very welcome Marylou, hope you get to enjoy some, and I will be adding lots more to it 🙂
Dana Judge
This is awesome, thank you so much for the information.
Drizzle
Your very welcome, I will add new products weekly 🙂
Sharon
Thank you so much for this! I love trying new products!
Drizzle
Your welcome Sharon 🙂
Conny McIntyre
You site is already awesome and now you are adding these product reviews as well. Thank you so very much for all you do!!!!!
Drizzle
Your welcome Conny 🙂 Just trying to make selecting things a little easier ..
Arlene
Thank you for the great ideas?
Drizzle
Your very welcome 🙂
Beth
Thank you, so much for this information. I really appreciate you doing this.
Drizzle
Your very welcome Beth 🙂
Missy Anthony
Thank you, this is great! I will look around West Virginia and see what I can find that is comparable
Drizzle
Your welcome 🙂
Debbie Wilson
Thank you for this new feature. It is really helpful. ❤️❤️❤️
Drizzle
Your very welcome Debbie 🙂
Stacy
Love this! Thank you!
Drizzle
Your very welcome 🙂
Sarah Wachtendonk
Thank you so much! I really appreciate what you are doing and I love your recipes ! !
Drizzle
Thanks Sarah 🙂
Casey B
Thank you so much for doing this! It's always nice to see what other people have found that actually tastes great as well! Can't wait to see more posts!
Drizzle
Your welcome Casey.. Week 2 on it's way tomorrow 🙂
Gail H.
Found the Intermediate chicken at Costco! But that darn Lindt 70% chocolate still escapes me...can't even find it on amazon 🙂
Gail H.
wow auto correct...that was Mediterranean chicken....lol
Drizzle
Haha.. auto correct is my worse enemy 😉 are you in U.S? I am thinking yes cause in Canada it's everywhere, I would try local grocery stores in the candy/chocolate aisle, and maybe target?? I know there is a Lindt chocolate store in the outlet mall I go to in the U.S so maybe look up to see if there is one near you they must carry it 🙂
Maegan Delorme
Not sure if anyone already said this in the comments, but I live in Ontario and the grocery store is Freshco not fresco. 🙂
Drizzle
Haha!! my bad 😉 Freshco.. Fresco, I think those that know the store knew what I meant
Kay
Just found your site and am so excited for all the help I see! Thank you and God bless you!
Drizzle
Hi Kay, glad you found me too 🙂 Hope you enjoy the product reviews and the recipes!