If youre wondering what to buy at Costco right now, Ive got you covered.
That means fewer trips outsideincluding trips to the grocery store.
In fact, I buy all of my staples in bulk on a monthly basis.
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Homai Organic Brown Rice (15 lb.
This rice is perfect for the starch group because its tasty and costs pennies per serving.
If you have anInstant Pot, use it for this.Heresa simple brown rice recipe thats ready in less time.
Incorporate this staple into aBrown Rice Salsa Salad.
Serve with a sheet-pan veggie and protein (like thisTofu and Green Beans recipe).
Natures Touch Organic Very Berry Burst (5 lb.
But lets be real, berries are often prohibitively expensive.
At Costco, however, berries are much more affordable.
If youre not into berries, they also sell frozen mangos and frozen cherries that Im equally obsessed with.
Heres exactly how I use them inmy smoothie IRL.
you might also make thisthree-ingredient chia seed jamusing frozen berries.
Just heat 16 oz.
Use a fork or potato masher to mash the fruit to your desired consistency.
Then stir in one to two tablespoons of chia seeds until combined.
(The jam will thicken considerably as it cools.)
Kirkland Boneless, Skinless Chicken Tenderloins (6 lb.
How do you thaw frozen chicken, you may ask?
That seems to do the trick.
Side note: Costco also sells frozen chicken breasts if thats your preference.
Thissheet pan chicken dinnerwith roasted potatoes looks divine.
If you have an Instant Pot, thesebuffalo chicken tacosare the epitome of savory.
Here are 43 morechicken recipesthat are far from boring.
Old Fashioned Quaker Oats (two 5-lb.
bags)
Price $8.99
One hundred ten (110!!)
Have you ever seen such a thing?
Breakfast oats are not the only way you’re free to incorporate this staple.
Here are25 overnight-oat recipesfor busy mornings.
Im in love withthissimple walnut-banana bread recipe.
If you are looking for something sweet, trytheseoat pancakes orthischocolate chip cookie recipe using blended oatmeal.
Rumiano Organic Sliced Medium Cheddar Cheese (2 lb.)
(Say whaaa?)
I literally use this cheese for everything from baked potatoes to quesadillas to chili.
Cook a baked potato then throw a slice of cheese on top and melt in the oven or microwave.
This is my go-to cheese for quesadillasespecially when Im in the mood for a hearty snack.
Serve on top of your hamburger or veggie patty.
The great thing about these Mi Rancho tortillas is that, like cheese, you could freeze them.
Make your own tortilla chips with these bad girls.
Heres a goodrecipewith a step-by-step photo tutorial.
Use chicken and cheese to makethisyummy quesadilla recipe.
Enchiladas, anyone?Thought so.
Add two scoops into your oatmeal every morning.
Make a classic PB&J sandwich for lunch.
Use it as the base of thisRIDICULOUSLY amazingsauce for any protein.
I know what youre thinking: Yogurt isnt nonperishable.
It doesnt last forever.
Amys Organic Frozen Vegetable Lasagna (6-pack)
Price:$14.99
Lets face it.
I dont know what compelled me to give this a try, but I was glad that I did.
The wild thing is, we now have this pizza every Friday in my house.
I buy two boxes, which each contain two pizzas.
RealCoco Original Organic Coconut Milk (6-pack)
Price:$10.99
Got milk?
If not, Costco does.
And they have a lot of varieties of plant-based milk too.
Ive tried their coconut milk, almond milk, and soy milk.
Hands down, my favorite way to incorporate this is in my a.m. smoothie.
Just keep in mind that almond milk, cashew milk, and coconut milk dont really have any protein.
I love a good chocolate or turmeric milk nightcap, and this has proved to be the perfect base.
Organic Baby Spinach (16 oz.)
The fridge version can be added to almost anything, including scrambled eggs and tacos.
The freezer version is ideal for my smoothies because also stays fresh for longer.
Entermy classic green smoothie recipe.
Say hello to this heartychipotle spinach frittata.
you might use the frozen spinach to make a saute usingthis recipe.
Kirkland Organic Almonds (1.7 lb.)
Price:$13.00
Anyone else nuts for nuts?
(Nuts for nuts…get it?)
In the mood for something sweet?
Try these matchaalmond-butter cups(theyre perfectly fine without the matcha in case you dont have any).
Speaking of almond butter, heres aclassic DIY recipe.
This is another simple backup meal that can be remixed and added to the rotation once per week.
Freeze what you dont need immediately and thaw what you do.
We buy frozen hamburger buns too and take them out of the freezer to toast as needed.
Annies Fruit Snacks Variety Pack (42-pack)
Just because were in isolation doesnt mean we dont need treats.
Im obsessed these Annies Fruit Snacks, but I love the Kirkland brand version too.
Costco also has great frozen treats (including Yasso Mint Chocolate Chip Frozen Greek Yogurt Bars).
There you have it, 14 staples from Costco to help you whip up delicious meals and snacks.
