Ingredients so good, theyre vetted by pros.
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Its called culinary arts because chefs are artists in the kitchen.
For example, what are chefs buying at thegrocery store?
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Get your shopping list ready because youre going to want to try these chef-approved Costco products!
Its a favorite of mine because its produced in the Modena region of Italy, she explains.
Plus, its not thin and runny like some balsamic vinegars you may have bought before.
Its thick, rich, and sweet, Dr. Ruder says.
She uses it insalad dressingsandmarinades.
She also likes them to enhance easy meals, like a bowl of rice with egg and vegetables.
For Dr. Ruder, thats the croissants in Costcos bakery.
I love theCostco Bakery Butter Croissants, she says.
Thats whenKirkland Signature Liquid Egg Whitescome to the rescue.
Theyre already a budget-friendly alternative to whole eggs, but Costco helps you save even more.
I use them to make baked goods like pancakes, cakes, andbrownies, as well as breakfast scrambles.
Jongga Kimchi, Sliced Napa Cabbage
Fermented foodsare great sources ofprobiotics.
Its also the perfect way to use up your leftover rice.
Add some roughly chopped kimchi to day-old rice for an easy and delicious fried rice, she adds.
Such is the case withpeanut butter, Smith notes.
Many peanut butters contain added sugar and oil, which can influence your recipes.
Its made with just dry roasted peanuts that are sprinkled with sea salt.
Take a look at theKirkland Signature Pecorino Romano Cheeseits two pounds of mature, salty goodness.
I go through these like crazy, Gaggero says.
She recommends using it inpasta, salads, and bruschetta.
Kirkland Signature Farm-Raised Raw Shrimp
Chefs usefrozen foodstoo, particularly theKirkland Signature Farm-Raised Raw Shrimpfrom Costco.
I always have a bag of Costcos raw frozen shrimp in my freezer, Dr. Ruder says.
Seafood also has many health benefits.
Itll last you a long time, too.
You only need a small amount of this bouillon to liven up a dish, Chou explains.
Even pricey produce, like berries, become affordable when you go the frozen route.
I love the value and convenience of thisKirkland Signature Three Berry Blend, Dr. Ruder says.
This tub ofKirkland Signature Organic Greek Nonfat Yogurtchecks all her boxes, plus its organic.
I like adding it to tzatziki sauce, or as the base of a berry parfait.
Costco has an affordable 16-ounce bottle ofpure vanilla extractthat Dr. Ruder considers a must have in your kitchen.
This large bottle is made from premium vanilla beans, yet its economical, she says.
With no artificial additives or preservatives, the authentic vanilla flavor really comes through in baked goods and desserts.
USDA Prime Beef
According to Gaggero, Costcos prices onproteincant be beat.
She buys Costcosribeyes,New York strips, andbeef tenderloins.
