TASTE TESTING TRADER JOE'S NEW TORTILLA ESPAÑA

[@cristinazo698]

I use the juice from the pico de gallo to add to pinto beans (after heated in microwave) and use my immersion blender and salt to make bean dip. Then I add some of the chunky pico de gallo on top after it’s done for a yummy bean dip 😋 it’s great!

[@KatieHespe]

Sounds great!

[@stw0513]

You both picked great projects for 2024! I love decluttering, so if you wanted to make some videos as you go through the process, I would definitely watch them. I also wouldn't mind seeing videos of Tim's yard makeover. Maybe you'd rather not stray too far from your usual content, but if you wanted to branch out, I would be here for it!

[@lose999]

I lived in Spain and learned to make the tortilla; it's a matter of taste but I add more onion chunks so the ratio is 50/50 potatoes/onion. Also, I cook it until it's just done but still moist/gooey in the middle. As it cools, it gets more dense. It might be good if you sprinkle the top with water and reheat on low or let it thaw then heat it by the piece. My Trader Joe's gets it tonight so I will go tomorrow morning instead of this afternoon. Nothing is better than homemade but it's labor intensive. I'm hoping it good to save time/effort.

[@lisasharkey7137]

In Spain, tortilla is often served with aioli and/or a red pepper sauce. Delish!

[@lose999]

The tortilla is usually served cut in small wedges and served with olives, marinated mushrooms and best with sea salt sprinkled on top!! It great on a charcuterie board. Itit's really a great price because you could make one that big for less, especially if you use Spanish olive oil. Happy new year Katie, Tim, and Benson. 💫💥💝

[@yvettewhitaker2653]

Hello Katie and Tim. Adding to the top of the Tortilla Espanola, Romesco sauce, Mangeao cheese and Jamon, it will give you a feel of Spain. Serve with some Spanish olives, Marcona Almonds and a nice Sangria or Spanish wine. Chef's Kiss. Great meal for Date Night or with friends. Katie you will have to keep the Jamon off of yours. Sorry. It is delicious. The Tofu Sheets are amazing. Katie, you will love them. Stock up because they are going fast. Enjoy. Peace and Blessings.

[@susansimpson5857]

You two are so cute! I love your sense of humor and the fact that you both are so down to earth. Thanks for all that you do! Happy New Year!🎉🥂

[@selfself8813]

The three of you are the dearest and the cutest. I love your banter during the hauls and find the hauls very useful as well. May this be a big year for the Hespe family and may you be fueled by good health and much happiness! Be safe and enjoy bringing in the Nee Year!!’

[@eafj90]

My current focus areas are: Managing my sleep better around shift work. Keeping my car regularly cleaned inside and out. Planning my budget and savings. Getting back into running regularly the same way I schedule Pilates regularly into my routine.

[@tammyt6193]

It won't happen in 2024, but it's on my bucket list! I'm 58, so it needs to happen soon! I'm going to Norway to see the town my paternal grandparents emigrated from. 🇳🇴

[@connie6410]

Happy New Year, Katie, Tim, and everyone here in the community! 🎉🎉🎉 For 2024, I am going to be moving, so I'm definitely in decluttering mode too. Wishing everyone good luck on their goals, projects, etc. 💞

[@jordanvincent5476]

This year I want to get back to sewing, I took lessons several years ago so I will need a refresher but I’m excited about it.

[@sr9802]

My husband and I are going to London and Paris . We have been married 30 years and have never left the US. I also go through my things and get rid of things like you. I was used to doing that on my breaks as a teacher. In my new job I don’t get much time off, so I have been trying to get rid of clutter on the weekends. Happy New Year Hespes!

[@nettie8060]

I am also decluttering. It was funny that you brought up Baja Fresh , both my kids used to eat the pico de gallo from there when they were toddlers 😂

[@Amyj1972]

Happy New Year! Primitivo is the Italian version of American Zinfandel. I think you like that varietal.

[@kristinmarie331]

I love a good hang out session!!!!!! Drinking wine! That is a great night!!! Lol. And seeing your favourites again is always good. Happy New Year!!!!!

[@marybelaponte3068]

Wishing you all a wonderful new year. Always look forward to seeing the taste test. Love having Tim in them.

[@larke301]

Thanks so much for testing out the licorice Katie and Tim! I'm happy that it seems I just got an off batch. I'll definitely use your squeeze trick for finding the soft ones😂 Happy New Year 🎉

[@cdemeli]

Happy New Year to your family! I look forward to your videos every week and am looking forward to next years.

[@adoptingjoseph]

Tortilla Española is my go to brunch dish to serve to guests. In Spain I've seen it sliced and served on bread as a sandwich. Happy New Year!

[@Sarah-oy2jb]

The Spaniards like to argue about if this dish should have onions or not! I’m team onion.

[@KatieHespe]

I love the idea of using on a sandwich. Thank you for the info!

[@adoptingjoseph]

@@Sarah-oy2jb I also like onions in it. I've seen a recipe where they slice the potatoes really thin and then deep fry them in olive oil before adding them to the eggs so that they're a bit crispy inside.

[@adoptingjoseph]

@@KatieHespe Of course. I was vegetarian during one trip to Spain and I ate a lot of it.

[@machupikachu8349]

My fave “tortilla” chip from TJ’s is actually the one fried in avocado oil. i haven’t seen that since the summer. everything else is fried in seed oils which I avoid.

[@aimeeyork6319]

Great goals, you two❣️ My mind is better rested in a clutter-free home (plus, my son is a MAJOR minimalist 😳). And Tim! Gardening is good for the soul💚 Happy New Year 🎉

[@patriciaelms5340]

Love tortilla with roasted red peppers on a baguette delicious hot or cold! 😋

[@kimburgess3559]

Happy New Year Katie, Tim, Bensen and furs 🥂🎉❤

[@danicruz88]

Thank you for your videos this year Really enjoy watching before mt Trader Joe’s trips To your question. Find time to reach out to friends and family I don’t talk to everyday

[@vm3016]

I celebrated my 75th birthday this year and decided to plan something I have never done before. First, my first cruise to Alaska with friends, second, which was not planned, I fostered two kittens from our local shelter until they could be adopted. With the bio I included when they were ready, they were adopted TOGTHER. I have since applied to be a volunteer. Third, but not the last, I am participating in dry January (no alcohol for 30 days). Happy New Year. I look forward to spending Friday evening and Saturday morning with both of you. Cheers!🎉

[@KatieHespe]

Wow how exciting! We are actually going on an Alaskan cruise this summer as well. My parents are taking all of us for their 50th wedding anniversary.

[@heykacilynn]

I lived in Spain for a year and the school would also serve this in sandwich form. They cut a wedge the length of the sandwich and then would add condiments as preferred, usually olive oil or mayo.

[@Jendromeda]

fritatta in italy...my mother would make eggs and potatoes with onions like a large pan omelet...not as dense as this. I'm going to try it. Thanks! You are an adorable family. Benson keeps himself busy so nicely. Its great to see a child playing that way.

[@aimeeparrott9204]

Happy New Year, you two! I have a decluttering goal, too. I have a tendency to put things like that off, yet I don't like it (or feel my best) when there's a lot of clutter.

[@KatieHespe]

That’s me in a nut shell. It’s crazy how much stuff can accumulate in just a couple years.

[@aimeeparrott9204]

@KatieHespe I know! I got rid of so much when I moved to the East Coast 4 yrs ago, and now... well, now I need a goal to declutter! 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@Allieppr]

I want to keep my car clean. It tends to be a catch all and I can’t stand it anymore. That’s for my sanity. For my health: I’ve been working on getting all of my wellness checks done at all the healthcare providers. I’ve been lax on it for too long. Thank you guys for the fun videos! They help me decide when to trek out to TJs!🎉

[@jenniferwellman5311]

I need to do a lot of decluttering. I want to be able to have friends over, and right now I can’t. I know all about decluttering. So,that’s gonna be a big thing for me this year.

[@Cosifantutte227]

Torta Espanola is a popular dish at tapas bars usually served with olives and mushrooms. It is delicious but haven't tried the TJ's one. I think caramelized onions and your favorite hot sauce would improve it. Olives would be a great accompaniment or marinated mushrooms, or some really sharp cheese or salami.

[@KatieHespe]

Love these ideas. I never would have thought olives but now I need to try it!

[@Cosifantutte227]

@@KatieHespe HAPPY NEW YEAR!! 🥳🎉🥂✴

[@Gigi-fv9ky]

I have never made a Tortilla de patatas before but I have seen it quite a few times on cooking shows in the past and if I remember correctly, I believe what I have seen is the dish started out cooking on the stovetop but then finished cooking in the oven (so you want to use a pan that can go into the oven), so that the potatoes are cooked through without burning. I am glad Trader Joe’s has this because realistically I would probably never make it from scratch and it will be fun to try, but I may try the combination cooking approach I have seen on TV. I am also pretty sure I have seen it served with various toppings or salsas. I think it’s also a bar food, or at least can be, tapas, as I think I remember that from the shows, too. I am glad to hear you like it! I still have not been able to get a kimbap as my store sells out of the few they get so who knows how long it will take for me to find this in stock. 😀😀😀

[@Gigi-fv9ky]

P.S. Happy New Year!

[@anastasiareed5480]

You and Tim make my heart smile!😊

[@MelissaPhillips-nj5sb]

Good video with so little. The simple potato tortilla is the standard in Spain. I have had it prepared for me by a Spaniard in their home, they have a special wooden tool to help flip it, the simplicity of the dish then and there was spectacular. Everywhere else it seems bland. I too am a vegetarian so this was a standard for me at tapas bars. Think of all the wonderful little small plates, olives, nuts, I love sundried tomatoes with the oil and parmesan. It definitely needs the accouterments. Salty Salty, savory and sun kissed anything.

[@carolm6952]

Happy Saturday Katie and Tim! Wishing you only the best of everything for 2024! Good health, properity, and fun adventures for us all!😊❤ Thank you for the taste test. I thought I might like that Tortilla Omelet but watching what it looks like and I am staying away from potatoes. I have to pass on that one. I'm sure it is good though. What about Chorizo added? Good things I believe are coming your way Tim in 2024. You all have a blessed New Year, hang in there. Things will get better and take care.❤😊🍷🍾🍺

[@carolm6952]

My answer to the question of the week is .... I want to move to Florida. I want to start checking off my bucket lists. I have been decluttering and it is liberating. It feels so good to let it go. To move I need to declutter as much as possible. So I encourage you to do it.

[@KatieHespe]

Thanks for the motivation! It will happen and I’ve already started now. I hope you can move in this coming year.

[@carolm6952]

@@KatieHespe Prayers up for that.

[@emadrid1283]

Katie You would’ve enjoyed that more when you were in Spain. I’ve made them but I do season a lot. I want to start a business this year and organize things in my home. Have a happy new year! 🎉

[@suehajek4734]

Happy New Year! Hope it’s a year filled with blessings!

[@alexanderschwarm7755]

Wishing you both all the happiness and joy life has to offer you🎉

[@karenmoran3707]

When I make a Spanish tortilla I either add sauteed bacon or ham, cheddar cheese, sometimes I add sauteed mushrooms and fresh spinach and lots of onions. I serve with salsa and sour cream.

[@812BrownSugar]

I know what you mean about the tortilla chips. My favorite tortilla chips are the Simply Organic Tostito blue corn tortilla chips.

[@lose999]

Ooo, Katie, you would love gazpacho! It's a cold tomato Spanish soup. Might be good with the tortilla.

[@KatieHespe]

I do indeed love gazpacho. I haven’t had it in a long time though.

[@soulsis78]

Love your videos! Always watch them and I am Always on the hunt for your suggestions. I’m curious if I’m the only one that has to turn the volume way up to hear you guys on the video and then way down whenever an ad comes on? I’m not noticing this on other KZbin videos so just thought I’d mention it. Have a happy New Year! 🎉

[@bonnielemmon8493]

Happy prosperous New Year 🎉. Katie you look so cute in your hat and shirt. I always enjoy your videos. I’ve been writing short stories and children’s poems most of my adult life. This year I decided to write in a journal everyday. Hopefully this year I will be able to have a garden as well.

[@AlyssaEveMitchel93]

Hummus would also be good with the tortilla!

[@juliewilburn2942]

De clutter is definitely a must but to take care of me is top on the list!!! I have let me be at the bottom of the list and I need to do me now!!! Love yal !! Happy New Year!!! 🎉❤

[@koreyb]

De-cluttering is always a good thing to do. For yard sales, just be very cautious and keep your doors and gates locked. We learned the hard way that while we were being distracted by one person, another person was going into our back yard and stealing things from us.

[@lisatowan4536]

Happy New Year! 🎉 In 2024, I am hoping to be able to squeeze in some travel to a few places that I've always wanted to go. Life is short, so I'm trying to make the trips a reality.

[@KatieHespe]

Happy new year!!

[@CRG_]

For meat eater, a ham of some kind would be best with tortilla

[@zebralove2840]

I'm going to jump on the tortilla Española. My son got a variety pack frozen from Spain for my husband for Christmas for a lot more $$ of course. Delicious.

[@danapride]

My goal is to begin cleaning out my classroom. After 36 years of teaching, I’ve managed to fill it up. Next year is my last year before retirement, so it’s time to start letting go. ~Dana

[@LotEM12011]

That tortilla de patatas looks surprisingly authentic looking actually. Most Spanish restaurants don’t make it quite correctly in the U.S.

[@snorchez]

I’ve only had the tortilla de papa in California homemade by Spanish people but I always like to put a little mayonnaise on it and eat it with sliced tomatoes with olive oil and vinegar.

[@jaynebahler9696]

Hi Katie and Tim, I agree with the clutter Thing!! Love the video! Have a sparkling New Year be safe ❤

[@marykerwin1048]

Great Video 🎉 Happy New Year🍾🥂🥂 I started decluttering at the end of summer and still going I feel the same hopefully by the end of the year I could be done ❤

[@marshazangroniz9168]

A tortilla española is definitely a potato dish. I like it with lots of onions.

[@beaglenglund]

Italian primitivo is the same grape as California zinfandel, and this one sounds typical of the varietal, including high alcohol--not sweet, but fruit forward. Rombauer, among many others, makes this style of zin.

[@laurafitzsimmons6548]

I'm going to have bunion surgery in 2 weeks. I've been so scared to have surgery but the pain is intolerable now and I know it's just something I have to do. I'm feeling down that I'll have to be off my feet for 8 weeks though.

[@judywells7801]

I love you two! Happy New Year:)

[@Novemberbaby333]

I want to declutter my whole house as I have been putting off forever. I will donate as much as I can,Happy New Year

[@april0709]

Needs more onion. It’s great with a bit of Cholula on it

[@user-by8mp7in7i]

So nice to watch your videos. You two are a great couple. Love from Atlanta ❤

[@normavaldez9164]

Have a Blessed Happy New Year's.

[@rebekahogle9021]

Albert of Spain on a Fork is pescatarian, but cooks many authentic Spanish dishes. Rita from Il Refugio Perfecto also shows tons of simple dishes using vegetables.

[@catmama54]

Moving from my house of 1700 sq to an apt of 825sq I did quite a bit of decluttering as I just didn’t have the storage and had a huge bedroom set that I left for the new owner which broke my heart but no room here

[@beaglenglund]

I suggest thawing the Tortilla Española for more even cooking, either on the stove or in the microwave. Thawing doesn't hurt it.

[@Ro11311]

We need to declutter so badly, but my husband has an extremely hard time getting rid of things. It's a struggle.

[@karenmar1529]

The Tortilla Espana sounds like it would be good with some cheese melted on top and your favorite hot sauce. I really want to be more organized just with every day stuff, mail, etc. and paying closer attention to cutting expenses.

[@KatieHespe]

Thanks for the ideas! Got sauce is a must for it. I really like what you said about getting more organized. I need to put some systems in place myself for the new year to help not end up where I am now with the clutter.

[@chihuahuasrule1175]

You could use the tortilla as filling for your breakfast burritos to finish it off.

[@juliaAnnBalogh]

The wine region puglia is prounced Pulia. It rhymes with my name Julia😊 I absolutely adore it 😁👍🥂

[@sunnygirl9691]

Chili & cheese on top of that potato dish would be good!

[@emilydelgado4312]

Loved your conversation. You are a cute couple.

[@KatieHespe]

Thank you!! 😊

[@cassandraqcassandraq5510]

I would be having ketchup with that spanish dish...love it with both potatoes and eggs...

[@melindablunk613]

This year I’m going to stand up for myself more. Earlier this year, my brother had an affair and I was supposed to have him stay in my spare bedroom, even though I didn’t support it. Well, that affair ended real quick, and his wife took him back. My sister-in-law is amazing and my brother is lucky to have her and they have two beautiful children. Well, he’s having an affair again, and my sister-in-law wants him to be able to be here. I’m not enabling him. Last time it happened, he said that he needed help, but he just said that to get back into everybody’s good graces. I will not allow toxicity and negativity into my life. I don’t care who it is.

[@Ro11311]

A lesson I need as well.

[@KatieHespe]

Wow I feel so bad for your sister in law, their kids, you and your whole family. He definitely sounds like he didn’t learn his lesson. Good for you standing up for yourself. It’s so important!

[@melindablunk613]

@@KatieHespe, I absolutely am so angry because the last time he put my 16 yr. old twins in the middle of it. They knew for two months before everybody and didn’t know how to tell anyone. Anyways, it was to the point my one son didn’t want to be here anymore. Well, they went bowling with my brother, sister-in-law and nephew. My brother chose to do this to them again and showed them his phone and said he was supposed to be bowling with this other woman but she wasn’t available so they were the backup plan. They don’t want to be around him anymore, and I don’t blame them. My brother chose to make his bed, he can lie in it somewhere else. Sorry I’m venting but I don’t have a whole lot of people I can really vent it to. It hurts because my parents have been married for 45 years and didn’t raise us like this. And my husband died in a semi truck a couple years ago, and I’d give anything to have him back. I just don’t see how people can intentionally hurt people they love with no remorse.

[@D7cooper]

I'd like to reduce my "clutter," as well. And write an e-book. Happy New Year to you all, too.

[@user-hg2iu3tx8r]

I am tearing my room apart and purging everything I don’t need. Going thru clothes and need to know what I actually have .

[@marleneroberts2257]

I have to declutter also! I will donate to DAV.

[@deborahlewis656]

Organize my small, empty nest home, but not get rid of...the book "Get Organized, Keep Everything" by Country Living😊❤

[@Samantha-lv5jr]

I vow to learn to cook with tofu in 2024. Need Trader Joe’s recipes with tofu please !

[@cassandraqcassandraq5510]

Happy Bew Year

[@chriskennedy1052]

Your wine should pair with pizza or pasta.

[@juliaAnnBalogh]

Happy New Year to your sweet family. I hope all your New Year's wishes come true..❤🎉

[@christinestrawser9458]

Definitely add some cheese on top or some bacon jam.

[@dedemaycen9112]

Use the guaca salsa and sour cream!

[@lianeknudson3095]

Cute hat!!!

[@KatieHespe]

Love this hat! Thank you for sending it to me.

[@cassandraqcassandraq5510]

If they got a bad bag bring them.back for refund or exchange

[@carolwalker4026]

I would put cheese on that egg n potatoe dish n melt the cheese n put beans n sour cream, salsa n green onions sprinkled on top. Yum0 Saute Mushrooms n fried bacon n red onions. Sliceds of thin barbeque crustie steak n gravy or sauce over potatoe n egg. I think it's endless what u can do with this potatoe n egg dish.

[@KatieHespe]

So many great suggestions, thank you!

[@skkeech]

Do you have Juanita's tortilla chips in your area? My favorite!

[@KatieHespe]

Yes, and they are one of our favs too! The only issue we had was there was a few batches we got that had not even a single salt granule (and you know that’s super weird since they are delicious for how salty and crispy they are). We haven’t gotten them since then but I’m sure they are back to normal now.

[@klimtkahlo]

If you have the space: do NOT sell the crib. My mom kept mine and she used it for my two younger sisters and then for my niece. She also dressed my niece with a lot of clothing that were ours or my younger sister( 16 years apart). But don’t go by me, I have poor country mentality! I have a really hard time to part with things!

[@KatieHespe]

I have a hard time parting with things also so I understand. I may end up with that crib until Benson has kids of his own, if he chooses to.

[@lianeknudson3095]

❤️

[@KatieHespe]

❤️

[@gloriah2715]

Your hat is so cute. Could you please share info?

[@KatieHespe]

Thank you, my friend got it for me from Amazon. Here is the link: amzn.to/41JsZgc

[@phyllisnayak783]

write a book

[@moann56]

🌸👍🏻🌸

[@debisusan4338]

The licorice is awful, hard as a rock! Pass on these.

[@tammydecker2353]

I want to loss weight to get on the transplant list so I don’t have to be on dialysis anymore.

[@erinuber2881]

Sending best wishes to you from California in your weight-loss efforts, and I hope you can get on the transplant list. Thinking of you, and hoping for better days ahead for you.

[@KatieHespe]

That’s a great goal that I think you can accomplish! Happy 2024!

[@sabasalek2631]

How come you eat eggs if your a vegetarian

[@KatieHespe]

Eggs are vegetarian?? I have hens that lay eggs everyday. What makes them not vegetarian?

[@sabasalek2631]

@@KatieHespe because it’s a baby chicken that didn’t make it

[@beaglenglund]

The eggs aren't fertilized, hence no baby chickens.

[@KatieHespe]

Oh no, I never eat fertilized eggs. @@sabasalek2631

[@davefetch6064]

*Española

[@lizardas]

That looks nothing like the inside of an authentic tortilla española. There are specific steps to follow in making them. It's time consuming. But the best tortillas have slightly liquified egg to give it moisture. The ratio of onion to potatoes to eggs is important. A good tortilla española has to be right out of the skillet. Frozen tortilla española? Ugh.

[@PopDisplay1]

Pretty crappy product. Like an oversized knish. Really- there's no sign of egg. VERY DRY. Won't be buying again. In fact- will likely bring back for a refund.