The 20 Best Things Delish Editors Ate In 2020
Plenty of comforting carbs in here.
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It's a total cliche at this point, but we're gonna say it anyway: 2020 was a year unlike any other. We spent more time at home than ever before and more time than ever cooking—and we racked up some favorites along the way. Though we've loved so many delicious snacks, meals, and drinks throughout the year, there were standouts that got us through. You interested? Great, because we're sharing! (And don't worry—there's not a mention of banana bread of sourdough in sight.)
Regent Golden Sweet Corn
"My friend Samira gave me a few bags of these to keep my sanity afloat, and I've since become a Golden Sweet Corn snack addict. They are like cheese puffs, but creamed corn-flavored, airy, sweet, and salty, magically vanishing with just one bite." -Jiuxing Xie, Senior Food Producer
Primal Kitchen Collagen Fuel Protein Mix, Chocolate Coconut
"I am an avid breakfast smoothie advocate, and as such, I've experimented with a lot of protein powders. Most are chalky and disgusting and make me feel like I'm trying to be a smarmy weightlifter, which I assure you I am so not. So when I finally found Primal Kitchen's Collagen Fuel I was absolutely delighted. It's the perfect hit of chocolatey flavor (there's a vanilla version, too, plus snickerdoodle and peanut butter flavors I'm dying to try), and mixes so well with strawberries and banana." -Sarah Weinberg, Deputy Editor
B&G Sandwich Toppers Hot Chopped Peppers
"I just discovered this a few months ago, and now I PUT IT ON EVERYTHING. It's especially good on scrambled eggs, burgers, and cheese and crackers." -Joanna Saltz, Editorial Director
Blue Diamond Almonds, Habanero BBQ
"Flavored almonds may sound boring but they were actually kind of an exciting find for me. As an avid hot chip eater, I've been eating these Blue Diamond Habanero BBQ almonds when I want something crunchy and spicy. They also come in other flavors like salt and vinegar and sweet Thai chili so you can mix it up. And for people not into the nuttiness of almonds, the flavors tend to cover it up a bit." -Alexis Morillo, Editorial Fellow
St. Dalfour Raspberry Fruit Spread
"I've never considered myself a Jam Person™. I never really grew out of my childhood Smuckers grape jelly phase—until I was gifted this St. Dalfour Raspberry Fruit Spread. It has...changed my life, and I now go through more jars a month than I care to admit. My favorite way to enjoy it isn't that refined: spread on top of almond butter on toasted bread. But I'm also guilty of eating it with a spoon straight out of the jar—THERE I ADMIT IT." -Sarah Weinberg, Deputy Editor
Outshine Mango Bars With Tajin
"These lasted maybe…three days in our household this summer. It tastes like you're in Queens on a hot summer day. Also goes great with some tequila." -Julia Smith, Senior Content & Video Strategist
Cacio E Pepe
"This frozen bag of cacio e pepe from Trader Joe's is incredible. You can never go wrong with TJ's frozen pasta, but this is definitely one of the best because it comes with the sauce. Plus, personally, cacio e pepe is a struggle for me to make, so this is ideal." -Kelly Allen, Editorial Assistant
Häagen-Dazs Coffee Ice Cream
"To be totally honest, my kitchen inspiration was low this year. I'm seemingly the only person I know that didn't bake sourdough. One of the few things that brought me joy was Häagen-Dazs coffee ice cream (it's the BEST) with crushed Oreos on top. The textural contrast between the extra creamy ice cream and the simultaneously crunchy, crumbly, and starting-to-get-kinda-get-soggy cookies is everything." -Lauren Miyashiro, Food Director
Fly By Jing Sichuan Chili Crisp
"My local coffee shop (now transformed into a specialty grocery store) started carrying this insanely good Sichuan Chili Crisp. I felt like a FOOL paying $15 for a condiment, but luckily, it was totally worth it. I put it on everything—eggs, sandwiches, tacos, oatmeal, yogurt, ANYTHING. There is literally nothing it wouldn't improve... perfect for failed kitchen experiments 😉" -Lena Abraham, Food Editor
SkinnyDipped Almonds
"My mom is obsessed with these almonds. She's tried all of the flavors and this one even beats the pb&j ones. Sweet, tart, and she says she doesn't feel guilty when eating the entire bag." -Julia Smith, Senior Content & Video Strategist
The Entirety Of The Wendy's Breakfast Menu
"Honestly, I am now dividing my life into two parts: before I tried Wendy's breakfast and after. It is far and away my favorite fast food breakfast and probably the only one I will actively be excited about getting. My favorites are the potatoes, the Breakfast Baconator (pictured), and the Frosty-ccino." -Kristin Salaky, News Editor
Melatonin and CBD Gummies
"Melatonin and CBD—my saving graces of 2020! I really like Blush's Balance CBD Gummies during the daytime—whenever I feel stressed or out of sorts, I'll eat one and feel more relaxed really quickly. Zzzquil's Melatonin Gummies are my nighttime go-to. I'll eat one about 30 minutes before bedtime, and it helps me get a good night of sleep." -Brenna Mazur, Associate Social Media Editor
Chomps Original Beef Jerky Snack Sticks
"Most beef jerky is far too chewy for my liking and tends to leave a weird aftertaste. Not these sticks. They taste far less processed than other stuff—because they are. The beef is grass-fed and packs zero sugar. The perfect afternoon snack." -Sarah Weinberg, Deputy Editor
Target Salad Kits
"I fell in love with these salad kits at Target from their Good & Gather brand. I hate making salads because of all the prep. These made me actually want to eat salad." -Lindsey Ramsey, Director of Content Operations
Blue Diamond Almonds, Bold Wasabi & Soy Sauce
"These are my dad's favorite thing of the year. He eats the entire can as an 'appetizer' before dinner. They are just the right amount of wasabi spicy that it's clearing out your sinuses but you're not fully crying. It builds and builds until they're gone." -Julia Smith, Senior Content & Video Strategist
Trader Joe's Everything Tuscan Pane
"This Trader Joe's bread is perfect for avocado toast. It's even better when you add Everything but the Bagel seasoning on top." -Kelly Allen, Editorial Assistant
Mutti Cherry Tomatoes
"Pasta has become my go-to weeknight meal, and I love adding a can of these Italian cherry tomatoes to my typical red sauce. I start by crushing my whole tomatoes, then I add the cherry tomatoes, leaving them whole; that way, I get random bursts of sweet tomato every few bites." -Lena Abraham, Food Editor
Roxbury Russet Apple From Fishkill Farms
"So crunchy. So juicy. So flavorful. Made me weep." -Jiuxing Xie, Senior Food Producer
El Harissa Cafe
"One of the best meals I've had this year (outside on a picnic table) is from El Harissa Market Cafe. It's a small, family-owned restaurant in Ann Arbor, MI. I had the bacalao fish pie, stuffed grape leaves, mujadara rice, and finished with their house-made dulce de leche gelato. The fish pie was tender and savory, the rice fragrant, and the gelato was and unexpected and delicious cap to dinner. I can't wait to return." -Will Klein, Video Editor
MaraNatha Peanut Butter
"I love peanut butter in all forms, but this peanut butter takes the cake. Not only is it easy to stir but put it in the fridge, and it turns into the same texture as homemade peanut butter fudge. It's the fanciest thing in my kitchen at all times but I can't help but buy it over and over." -Kristin Salaky, News Editor
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