The $3.49 Trader Joe’s Find I Buy Every Week

We’re what you might call “a sandwich household.” Everyone enjoys at least one daily, often on slices of sourdough or whole wheat bread. The bread is an important part of our sandwiches, and we’ve got our favorites, but when I saw Trader Joe’s new sandwich rolls, I knew they would meet our high bread standards. It’s been a month since I first grabbed a bag, and I’ve bought a new one each week because they’re our new favorite for sandwiches.  

Why I Love Trader Joe’s Sandwich Rolls

The rolls come in bags of four, which is why we blow through them so fast, but besides that inconvenience, we love them. They’re about the size of a sub roll and shaped like a bloated football, which somehow makes them more enjoyable and fun to eat than sliced bread.

The roll is soft with a lofty, airy interior, but not so much that you have to break your jaw to get your mouth around it. It’s also sturdy and strong enough to hold all of the meat, cheese, veggies, and dressings without it falling apart as you eat it. And it tastes awesome—like bakery-style bread! 

How I Use Trader Joe’s Sandwich Rolls

Trader Joe’s sandwich rolls are a great all-purpose roll. I’ve used them to make the usual meat-and-cheese sandwich, but also messier ones like BBQ pulled pork and French dips. If you like bahn mì, these rolls make a great base. You can use them for creamy chicken or tuna salad, or a broiled tomato and cheddar. 

They also make great little pizzas! I slice them in half lengthwise, cover them with sauce and toppings, and bake until the cheese is nice and melted. If you somehow don’t eat them before they’ve gotten stale, you can slice them into cubes and turn them into delicious croutons.

As for storage, I keep my rolls on the countertop, stored in the bag they came in, and sealed with the twist tie. They never last more than a day in my house, so I don’t have to worry about them going stale or getting moldy, but if you don’t plan on enjoying your rolls within three days, I recommend freezing them.

Just remove any air from the bag, seal it, and then toss it in your freezer. An hour before you’re ready for a delicious sandwich, remove what you need and let it thaw on the countertop. I see great sandwiches in your future!

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