20 Sweet and Savory Recipes That Make Us Nuts for Pistachios

When we think of pistachios, we think of snacking. (Well, snacking and the aching fingers we end up with after trying to pry those suckers open in fits of desperation.) But they add a little something special to eats and sweets (if you’ve ever been treated to pistachio ice cream, you can attest to this). Desserts are a great way to start, but the nuts (they’re members of the cashew family!) kick things up several notches in savory dishes too. From gnocchi to bundt cake, we’ve got 20 pistachio-filled recipes that will leave you in awe.

It’s only right that I pick up a sweet treat every time I stop by my local Trader Joe’s. Their selection is vast, spanning across cookies, cakes, pastries, ice creams, and more. Of course, Trader Joe’s is also stocked to the brim with candy. As someone who shops there on a weekly basis (and is admittedly addicted to chocolate), Trader Joe’s candy aisle is pure perfection.

These are my top 6 must-try Trader Joe’s candies for anyone who can’t resist a little treat!

Trader Joe's

Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups

If I don't have these stocked in my pantry, something is wrong. These tiny dollops of sweet peanut butter encased in the ideal amount of smooth dark chocolate are downright addicting. They're super easy to snack on thanks to their small size, but they also are insanely good as a cake garnish, ice cream topping, or cookie inclusion.

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Teensy Candy Bars

Like tiny lil' Snickers bars, these are another easily snackable Trader Joe's candy due to their small size. Each micro chocolate features a layer of creamy nougat covered in caramel and peanuts that provides a super satisfying texture. I fear I've demolished a bag within 24 hours a couple times now...

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Gourmet Jelly Beans

Every bite of this Trader Joe's candy is different, which always makes eating dessert (or a snack... or a midnight snack...) enjoyable! This boxed medley of jelly beans actually contains 18 different flavors for you to distinguish just by tasting 'em. Plus, you can create and hone in on your very own flavor combos by popping two or three in your mouth at a time – yum!

This is one of my absolute favorite TJ's candy picks to add to my cart and share with a pal or two because we can deliberate about the exact flavor notes together! We love a bonding moment.

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Candy Coated Chocolates

This M&M's dupe from Trader Joe's is just as good as the original. Each bite is what you'd expect: creamy chocolate bits covered in a crunchy colored coating – but the main difference with these is that the color in the candy shells is actually derived from natural dyes, sourced from things like spirulina, annatto, red radish, turmeric, beetroot, and red cabbage! My fave part about this Trader Joe's candy is it comes in a resealable bag that makes storing and transporting 'em entirely seamless.

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Super Sour Scandinavian Swimmers

While some Trader Joe's fans will truly ride or die for the OG Scandinavian Swimmers, I ague that the sour version is way better. The sourness of it all really enhances the snacking experience – plus, you still get to enjoy all the same flavors of the "swimmers," like red berry, huckleberry, strawberry, and orange. I love sneaking this bag into the movie theater to bypass expensive prices – I refuse to snack on any other candy (other than the aforementioned iconic PB cups) these days.

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Dark Chocolate Orange Sticks

I was once skeptical of combining orange and chocolate, but this Trader Joe's candy really helped me see the light. It's so tasty. The sweet, citrusy flavors of these orange jelly sticks work stunningly well with the modest dark chocolate coating, but the texture of each component is truly what makes it the best.

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We've probably all been on a bad date, but I'll bet none of us have had a date quite like Drop. In the movie (out April 11), Violet (Meghann Fahy) goes out with Henry (Brandon Sklenar), but when she starts receiving threatening drops to her phone, the cute first date morphs into a mission to survive the night. Okay, that's pretty intense. And if things ever got crazy IRL, Meghann says she'd want to stick with Brandon.

Here's what Meghann Fahy said about 1923 star Brandon Sklenar, and her best advice for a bad date. Plus, whether Brandon would do a rom-com!

Meghann Fahy trusts Brandon Sklenar's survival skills.

Brandon Sklenar and Meghann Fahy are electric onscreen in Drop, and Meghann admits if she found herself in the same situation as Violet, Brandon would be her first call. "If sh—t went down, he'd be a good guy to be with," she tells Brit + Co exclusively. "I feel like you got some real survival skills."

"I could do a couple of things, but most of that I learned from my friends of mine who are even gnarlier than me," he says. "I take little credit. I mean, you learn everything from somewhere, right?"

"I mean, I'm pretty good with like hand to hand combat," he continues, before Meghann tells him he's good at intimidation and he quite literally goes, "Grr, scary face. Spooky." I'm still giggling about it.

And Meghann Fahy has some great advice for a bad date.

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But a nightmare date doesn't have to be literally life-threatening, and Meghann shares some of her best advice for anyone who finds themselves on a bad date. "When in doubt, ask someone else a question," she says.

"I think if you're on a bad date and you realize 'I'm probably not gonna end up with this person,' just try to enjoy yourself anyway and make it about just trying to connect with somebody," Brandon adds. "Just just get to know somebody for the sake of getting to know someone."

When it comes to ice breaker questions and conversation starters, Meghann loves "a final meal [question] like last meal, appetizer, main, dessert, drinks, sides, the whole bit."

"What did you want to be when you were really little growing up?" Brandon adds. "Dream scenario." (Let the record show Brandon has admitted he loved Batman growing up, and he's a leading fancast for the DCU. I'm totally here for it).

Brandon Sklenar says "never say never" to starring in a rom-com one day.

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Drop might be a thriller (and a dang good one), but I've also been referring to it as a scary rom-com because of how incredible Brandon Sklenar and Meghann Fahy's chemistry is, but would Brandon ever do a real rom-com?

"It's possible. I'm not saying no, but it's possible," he teases. "I'd love to do a comedy at some point. Everything I have in the future is very far from, and very far from romance, but I'd say it's possible. Yeah, never say never."

As far as his dream comedy goes, Brandon tells Brit + Co, "I love Peter Sellers and I love like Chevy Chase movies. I'm like I'm a very physical guy and I'd love to be able to do something just absurd like grounded but completely absurd."

Is Meghann Fahy in a relationship?

Yes, Meghann Fahy is dating Leo Woodall, who starred with her in The White Lotus season 2.

What is the age difference between Leo Woodall and Meghann Fahy?

Meghann Fahy is 34 years old and was born on April 25, 1990. Leo Woodall, who was born on September 14, 1996, is 28 years old. There's a six year age difference between them.

See Drop in theaters April 11 and tune into Brit + Co's latest Yap City episode where we discuss the movie!

Sweet tooths, listen up: if you’re not shopping at Aldi for your dessert fix, you’re truly missing out! They’ve got so many fun finds on deck, and the best part about perusing their aisles for that somethin’ sweet is that many items cost less than $5!

Right now, Aldi’s dessert aisle is popping off with tons of spring-themed bites and Easter candies you can’t find anywhere else. These 7 most appealing picksjust hit shelves, and they won’t cost you more than $5 – score!

See the tastiest new Aldi desserts you simply must try in April!

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Lofthouse Soft Spring Frosted Sugar Cookies

These super soft cookies are way too easy to shovel into your mouth – and sometimes, that's just what you need. This $4 dozen is geared up for spring with a darling butter yellow frosting and plenty of rainbow sprinkles that bring on all the festive feels. They're perfect for bringing to the office to share with your coworkers or just keeping around at home when a sugary snacking session calls to you.

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Baker's Corner Strawberry White Chocolate Blondie Mix

Name a better spring flavor combo than strawberry and white chocolate, we dare you! All this $3 blondie mix asks of you is adding one egg, some butter, and water, then baking it up to dessert-y perfection. This treat would be stunning at an outdoor potluck after you've downed a satisfying amount of hot dogs and spring cocktails.

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Benton's Belgian Chocolate Easter Cookies

Easter is upon us, after all! These $3 cookies are such a tasty way to celebrate, too, since they come ready to snack on in festive egg and bunny shapes. Each one is delightfully dipped in Belgian chocolate and coated in sprinkles for added crunch. These would totally amp up any Easter-themed charcuterie board or dessert spread, thanks to their cute shapes!

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Bake Shop Carrot Cake Sandwich Cookies

Eek – we need to be eating these, ASAP. Filled with an insanely sweet cream cheese filling, this $5 Aldi dessert find boasts two thick, chewy, carrot cake-flavored cookies that form a yummy little dessert sandwich.

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Jar Joy Death By Chocolate Cheesecake Jar

We love chocolate so much that the phrase "death by chocolate" doesn't even scare us much anymore. That's why we're absolutely stoked to snag this $1.49 jar stuffed with chocolate cheesecake! It's presented in the best way possible – a single serving – meaning you definitely don't have to share.

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Bake Shop Blueberry & Cherry Strip Danish

Yummm. We definitely want to keep this pre-baked danish in our kitchen for an easy breakfast to enjoy with our morning coffee (or as a cheeky midnight snack, if we're being honest). With brighter notes of both blueberry and cherry, each bite is filled with plenty of springtime flair. Plus, it's topped with a sweet sugary glaze that makes every serving taste like heaven!

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Choceur Easter Mini Chicks Shaped Chocolates

Stop, these are so cute! Shaped like lil' chicks and wrapped in coordinating foils, these Easter chocolates bring spring joy no matter when or how you enjoy them. They'd be excellent as Easter basket stuffers, too!

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The White Lotus' Chelsea and Rick are together forever — or at least, that’s what we thought. Rumors are swirling that The White Lotus cast members Aimee Lou Wood and Walton Goggins are feuding IRL after the season finale. Why exactly does the internet think the duo are no longer the best of friends? We did some very important sleuthing to find out.

Here's everything we know about those Aimee Lou Wood and Walton Goggins feud rumors.

They Don’t Follow Each Other On Instagram (Anymore?)

According to this Reddit thread, the pair unfollowed each other on Instagram a couple weeks ago. There’s some speculation that Goggins blocked Wood on the social media platform, due to the fact her activity on his profile (comments and likes from previous posts) have mysteriously disappeared. Comments from Goggins, however, are still available to view on Wood’s posts.

The second hint that something bad is afoot comes from Walton’s Instagram. The actor seemingly posts pictures with Aimee, but doesn’t tag her account like he does the other cast members. One example being this carousel post surrounding the finale, in which nearly every cast member is tagged but Aimee.

The second example being this emotional ode to his and Wood’s characters, which again, leaves out Aimee’s tag. However he did give her her flowers in the post by writing, “Thank you Aimee Lou for being my partner…a journey I will never forget.” So that one may be a bit of a leap.

​Apparently, Walton Skipped The 'White Lotus' Finale Party

Goggins was also missing at the finale party, where the majority of the cast, including Aimee, watched the last episode together. The Sex Education actress told The Hollywood Reporter that she “was sad that Walton wasn’t there because it was something that we did together, but also it’s so f—king Rick and Chelsea.”

She added, “Like, of course Walton had to watch it alone and of course I had to watch it in the group because there is so much Aimee in Chelsea and so much Walton in Rick.”

​Jason Isaacs Confirmed Behind-The-Scenes 'White Lotus' Cast Drama

In conjunction with all of this circumstantial Instagram evidence, Jason Isaacs did insinuate there was drama behind-the-scenes. The Harry Potter actor recently told Vulturein an interview, “Some people got very close, there were friendships that were made and friendships that were lost.” So, we’ll let you do with this information what you will. At least we'll always have Rick and Chelsea in our (broken) hearts.

What do you think about these Aimee Lou Wood & Walton Goggins feud rumors? Tell us all your White Lotus hot takes on Facebook.

The Passover Seder is steeped in tradition, but that doesn't mean your meal has to be completely conventional. Here are 20 modern takes on classic Passover dishes, like Manischewitz-spiked cocktails and matzo-based chocolate bars. (Don't let the word "modern" scare you; there's still plenty of smoked fish, matzo ball soup, and kugel in the mix.)

Scroll to see some amazing, modern Passover recipes to make in 2025.

When is Passover this year in 2025?

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Passover begins the evening of April 12, 2025, and lasts through the evening of Apr 20, 2025.

What is the traditional meal for Passover?

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The traditional meal for Passover includes a mix of symbolic foods. Meat, eggs, fruit and vegetables, herbs, and saltwater all have a place on the Seder plate, though more modern passover meals make some variations on the ingredients included.

What are the 6 foods of Passover?

How Sweet Eats

A lamb’s bone (Zeroah), roasted egg (Beitzah), fruit and nut paste (Haroset), bitter herbs like horseradish (Mar’or), green vegetables (Karpas), and a small bowl of salt water are the 6 main foods of Passover.

What food is forbidden on Passover?

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Some traditions celebrate the jewish holiday with restrictions on leavened bread (chometz). Breads made from wheat, oat, spelt, rye or barley are not eaten on Passover.

The Best Foods To Make For Your Passover Meals

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Smoked Salmon Platter

Now that everyone has a drink, get the party started with a show-stopping salmon platter, complete with cukes, tomatoes, red onion, and tons of shmear. Replace the bagels with matzo to hold all those toppings. (via How Sweet Eats)

Foodal

Matzo Ball Soup

This Passover classic is traditionally made with chicken. Welcome your vegetarian friends to the table with a meat-free version. (via Foodal)

Brit + Co

Salmon Instant Pot Dinner

If you're hosting a small Passover Seder, use your Instant Pot to create a full meal of steamed fish, potatoes, and veg. (via Brit + Co)

Half Baked Harvest

Roasted Beef Tenderloin With French Onion Au Jus

Feeling fancier than brisket? This thyme-crusted tenderloin is simpler than it looks but is definitely main-course worthy. Just be sure to omit the butter or replace it with a dairy-free substitute. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Jamie Geller

Matzo Schnitzel

With matzo meal and potato starch, crispy breaded chicken free of leavened ingredients can be yours for your Passover crowd to enjoy. (via Jamie Geller)

Life Made Sweeter

Instant-Pot Pot Roast

Embrace the modern-day craze for the Instant Pot (and the Whole30 diet) with this nourishing pot roast, which incorporates more veggies than the traditional version. (via Life Made Sweeter)

Jamie Geller

Kofta Kebabs

These kebabs have just six ingredients but are intensely flavorful from cozy cinnamon and aromatic basil. Swap out Passover Panko or matzo meal for the breadcrumbs. These have a tahini dressing, which can be left out depending on if your family consumes kitniyot during Passover or not. (via Jamie Geller)

Cotter Crunch

Instant Pot Steamed Artichokes

Celebrate the classic fried artichokes of the Roman Jewish Ghetto with this lighter version, which steams in 10 minutes in the Instant Pot. (via Cotter Crunch)

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Beet and Carrot Fritters

Switch up the Passover table's very beige (yet delicious) color scheme with these bright and healthy beet fritters. (via Leite's Culinaria)

Well Plated by Erin

Creamy Vegan Risotto With Asparagus and Quinoa

Quinoa is technically a seed, not a grain, so many people give it the seal of approval on Passover. Use it to concoct this risotto, which gets its creamy texture from a purée of roasted cauliflower, beans, and almond milk. However, if you are avoiding beans, just sub in more cauliflower. (via Well Plated by Erin)

Jamie Geller

Matzo Farfel Stuffing

Dates add an unexpected sweetness to this comforting tray of matzo pieces, mushrooms, and aromatic veggies. (via Jamie Geller)

Foraged Dish

Roasted Eggplant Salad

Juicy pomegranate seeds can make any dish look festive, as proven by this bed of seasoned roasted eggplant and pine nuts. Dress it in lemon juice, sea salt, and olive oil if you are not consuming kitniyot like tahini sauce. (via Foraged Dish)

Make These Delicious Desserts And Sweets For Passover

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Vanilla Noodle Kugel

Use Passover-friendly (usually matzo-based) egg noodles and wafer cookies for this kugel, which balances the sweet notes of vanilla and sugar with the tangier flavor of sour cream. (via Tori Avey)

Baker by Nature

Flourless Chocolate Fudge Cake

Butter, chocolate, eggs, and sugar make a shockingly fudgy cake — no flour necessary. You can always sub in vegan butter if you plan on eating the meal less than two hours after consuming meat. (via Baker by Nature)

Brit + Co

Waffle-Iron Latkes 5 Ways

Modernize the traditional latke by cooking it in a waffle iron and adorning it with updated toppings, like crème fraîche and apple butter or Greek yogurt and pomegranate. (via Brit + Co)

Drizzle and Dip

Dessert-Wine Poached Pears

A holiday without flour is an opportunity to get creative with fruit. These pears are poached in simple syrup, honey, and dessert wine until warm and tender. Serve them with non-dairy vanilla ice cream for a glorious temperature contrast. (via Drizzle and Dip)

Leite's Culinaria

Passover Apple Cake

Matzo cake meal is the secret ingredient in this nutty, apple-rich, and raisin-studded cake. (via Leite's Culinaria)

Half Baked Harvest

5-Ingredient Magic Matzo Chocolate Bars

Have the kids in the family make these crunchy-chewy chocolate bars. The recipe is a simple matter of layering, sprinkling, and drizzling, so it can't go too awry. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Tori Avey

Passover Chocolate Chip Cookies

As long as you have matzo meal, you don't have to give up chocolate chip cookies during Passover. (via Tori Avey)

Kitchen Treaty

Classic Red Sangria

You could pass around standard glasses of Manischewitz, or you could use the red wine to make a fruity sangria. Since Manischewitz is already so sweet, you don't need to add any sugar to the mix. (via Kitchen Treaty)

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