Our family has recently discovered the wonder that is Trader Ming's Mandarin Orange Chicken. Yummmmm! I truly believe the secret to this wonderful dish is that you cook the chicken and the sauce separately and then assemble just before eating. The chicken stays crispy and the sauce is just right!Available at Trader Joe's for $4.99/package, it is a great thing to have on hand for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. My family of 4 (including 2 teenage boys) usually inhales 2 packages, along with cooked rice, most often for lunch. It takes about 20 minutes to cook in the oven. We often would grab lunch out on a Saturday, especially if we were busy, but with this in the freezer, we have been opting for eating in instead, which saves a ton of money, considering that our family can rarely grab fast food (even Subway $5 footlongs) for less than $25.
Convenience food from the grocery store (or in this case, Trader Joe's) can really be a budget-saver if it keeps you from heading out for fast food.
