The Most Underrated Ralphs Products, According to Employees
We'll be adding them to our cart ASAP.
Dotdash Meredith / Janet Maples
Grocery shopping every week can become such a monotonous task—especially if your list looks the same each time. Sure, you’ll always need staples like eggs and vegetables, but it doesn’t hurt to switch up some of your other traditional groceries for something different every once in a while.
However, sometimes mixing up your weekly routine can be tricky—especially when stores feel like they’re selling endless options. It makes it even more difficult when you shop at a Ralphs (or another Kroger family store) and have to choose between name brand and private label for basically every item. But, if there’s one thing we’ve learned, it’s that you shouldn’t sleep on a store’s private label items.
Don’t believe us? Take Ralphs employees’ word for it. They shared the seven most underrated products they think deserve a spot in your shopping cart.
Private Selection Argentinean Red Shrimp
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Price: $12.99
These Argentinean red shrimp are described as having a succulent, buttery, almost lobster-like flavor and texture. At 1/4 of the price of regular lobster tails, you can’t beat these frozen shrimp that are peeled, deveined, and ready-to-cook. Try using the shrimp for scampi, bang bang shrimp, or even in place of lobster or crab in decadent pastas or salads.
Private Selection Brown Butter Bourbon Truffle Ice Cream
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Price: $6.99
Talk about indulgence. Sea salt caramel and bourbon truffles are folded into brown butter ice cream for an at-home option that might even beat the scoop shop.
Private Selection Croissant Bread
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Price: $6.99
Everyone was obsessed with Thomas’ Croissant Bread when it launched last year, but if you haven’t been able to find a loaf yet, look no further. This Private Selection Croissant Loaf is perfectly butter, flaky, and made with real croissant dough. The loaf is perfect for French toast, bread puddings, or even just eating straight out of the bag with jam or chocolate-hazelnut spread.
Simple Truth Banana Bread Baked Energy Bars
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Price: $3.99
Your midday pick-me-up just got even tastier. This banana bread-flavored energy bar is baked with oats, figs, banana pieces, and chocolate chips that will turn any afternoon slump into an enjoyable snack time or jump-start any morning.
Kroger Mercado Chorizo
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Price: $5.49
This Mexican-style chorizo ground sausage is made with premium cuts of pork and spices that will add a little heat to your dish. Once you pick up this pound of meat, try making our chorizo-stuffed peppers, breakfast burritos, queso, or tacos.
Private Selection Amaretto Cherry Cordial Ice Cream
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Price: $6.99
Ralphs cherry cordial-inspired ice cream is unlike anything else. The creamy amaretto-flavored ice cream is swirled with real cherries, chocolate, and cordial cream for a frozen treat that tastes just like your grandma’s favorite holiday candy. And, the best part is it’s available all year round.
Private Selection Petite Potatoes with Herbes de Provence Seasoning
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Price: $4.49
Dinner side dishes can’t get any easier than these heat-and-eat, pre-seasoned potatoes. Simply microwave the petite potatoes with olive oil and butter, then add the included Herbes de Provence seasoning and Parmesan cheese to take them to the next level. The packaging says it serves four, but we're pretty sure we could eat the entire container of mouthwatering potatoes all on our own.
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