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Well, here it is as promised—Part II of my Costco real food love fest. This time I am going to be dishing on my favorite items from Costco's freezers, along with meat, dairy, seafood, and poultry, as well a few real food rule benders.
And because I care, a brief word of caution: As you know or as you will certainly learn the first time you walk through those doors, Costco is full of extras. Part of the art of shopping there (without breaking the bank) is wearing a pair of make-believe blinders and sticking militantly to your shopping list. So make sure you print out your free copy at the end of this post to take with you.
If you are a Costco newbie, you might want to review the little primer I included in Part I.
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My Go-To Costco Shopping List (Part II)
I have to admit to a bit of trepidation as I entered Costco last week. My family just completed our Suburban Smackdown Challenge where we purchased NOTHING but food and very basic necessities for six months.
As I alluded to above, Costco is also a veritable smorgasbord of material goods, and this was to be my first visit without the constraints of the Smackdown to reign in my wants. I'm proud to say that I entered with an iron will and left with that will only mildly softened. I stuck to my list....for the most part. :)
So without further ado, let's get to that list, starting with the freezer section. Oh and you can download a printable version using the button below!
Frozen Vegetables and Fruit I Buy at Costco
A well stocked freezer full of whole foods is an essential tool for feeding a family, and there is no shortage of great frozen finds at Costco. Most of my take-homes include veggies, fruit, and seafood, but you will find a couple frozen real food rule benders in my cart as well. I'll share those a bit later.
Let's begin with vegetables and fruit. You may remember from my last post that as a health coach, I'm very big on the concept of "crowding out" other food groups with nutrient and antioxidant-packed vegetables and fruit (heavy on the veggies).
The good news is that vegetables and fruit retain most of their nutrients if frozen soon after they have been picked. So bring on the frozen produce!
Frozen Seafood I Buy at Costco*
Ah, the bounty of the sea! Costco offers a good selection of frozen fish and other seafood which can add much needed variety to your weekly meal plans. Fish (especially fatty fish) and seafood are important sources of essential long-chain omega-3 fats. Fish are high in protein and also good sources of vitamin D and selenium.
If you do not eat fish regularly, a high-quality fish oil supplement is a good idea. Your brain and body will thank you for it.*Be sure to shop for fish/seafood that is sourced sustainably. Fresh Seafood I Buy at Costco*I admit to not being the best planner in the world, so many of our meals are pulled together out of the air at the last moment.
Therefore, fresh seafood is not terribly frequent in our household. There are a few items here that I do pick up occasionally.*Be sure to shop for fish/seafood that is sourced sustainably.
Meat and Poultry I Buy at Costco
This, along with dairy, is the area where I think our Costco could offer better choices. While there are organic options, pastured and grass-fed are not descriptors on any of the packaging.
In fact, I asked the very nice butcher if they had any grass-fed options outside of bison, and he referred me to Matthews Farmer's Market. I thought that was very sweet (and accurate) of him. That said, some of these organic meats do make their way into my cart from time to time.
Dairy Items I Buy at Costco
Again, this is a shorter list. While Costco does offer whole organic omega 3 milk, we are almond and coconut milk drinkers for the most part. As for cheese, I'm very picky about the quality since my husband and boys seem to inhale it. And before anyone corrects me with, "but eggs aren't dairy," please know I am aware of this. Eggs are, however, located in the dairy cooler at Costco. So forgive them.
A Few Real Food Rule Benders
There ya have it. Don't forget to download your printable version of this list using the button at the beginning of the post. While this list is not comprehensive, it does represent most of the tried and true grocery items that make the job of feeding my family three+ meals a day a little easier. The hard part is keeping those blinders on...and keeping my husband out of the tool isle.
| Frozen Vegetables | Quantity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Kirkland Organic Normandy Vegetables This classic combination of carrots, broccoli, and cauliflower is great in casseroles or on its own served over a bit of quinoa. | 5.5 lbs. | $8.99 |
| Bybbe Foods Organic Mixed Vegetables with Shelled Edamame This is a huge time saver as far as winter vegetable soup making goes. The edamame adds extra protein. The combo is also yummy mixed into brown rice, quinoa, barley, or farro. | 5.5 lbs. | $6.89 |
| Path of Life Organic Quinoa and Kale As a rule, I do not use plastic steamer bags. I heat this in a pan or steam it using a fine mesh stainless strainer. I love this pairing of super-foods as a quick and complete meal but have yet to get my boys on board for this one. Kale, not disguised in smoothies, is still a hard sell for them. | 5 10-oz. steamer bags | $12.49 |
| Bybee Organic Green Beans Caramelize some onion in a bit of avocado oil or grass fed butter, then add these carotenoid-rich beans and chicken or veggie broth. Simmer to desired tenderness. Salt to taste. Delish! | 5 lbs. | $6.89 |
| Path of Life Broccoli Florets A great source of fiber, Vitamin C, calcium, and antioxidants. I use frozen broccoli in lieu of fresh broccoli for soups, casseroles, and stir-fry. | 4 1-lb. bags | $6.49 |
| Frozen Fruit | Quantity | Price |
| Sunrise Growers Organic Sweet Cherries Give me a big handful of these with some raw cocao ("ao" not "oa") and I've the got the start of a decadent tasting and deceptively nutritious smoothie. | 3 lbs. | $12.99 |
| Wyman's of Maine Organic Blueberries Blueberries are associated with better memory and brain function. I could list a whole load of healthy facts on this little power berry, but better memory and brain function should be motivation enough. (Besides, I forgot the rest.) | 3 lbs. | $11.99 |
| Pure Nature Organic Strawberries I've never met a strawberry I didn't like, but these in particular are really large and really sweet. They are the base of most of the smoothies that make it into my kids' bellies. | 4 lbs. | $11.39 |
| Radar Farms Organic Island Mix (Strawberry, Blueberry, and Mango) This is a new item, but sounds like a fab combination. | 4 lbs. | $11.49 |
| Cascadian Farms Antioxidant Blend (Berry) Um, raspberry, strawberry, and blueberry....mucho berries...muy bueno....need I say more? | 3 lbs. | $10.99 |
| Frozen Seafood | Quantity | Price |
| Cox's Seafood Wild Caught Shrimp | 40-50 ct. 2 lbs. | $20.99 |
| 16-20 ct. 2 lbs. | $24.99 | |
| Cox's Raw Peeled Wild Caught Shrimp | 16-20 ct. 2 lbs. | $36.99 |
| Kirkland Raw Sea Scallops | 15-20 ct. 2 lbs. | $35.99 |
| Kirkland Wild Caught Mahi Mahi | 3 lbs. | $17.99 |
| Kirkland Wild Caught Pacific Sockeye Salmon | 3 lbs. | $34.99 |
| Orca Bay (Pacific) Flounder | 3 lbs. | $13.99 |
| Kirkland Wild Caught Hake Loins | 3 lbs. | $13.99 |
| Fresh Seafood | Quantity | Price |
| Fresh Wild Mahi Mahi | per lb. | $8.99 |
| Fresh Wild Caught White Shrimp I don't have pricing because it was unavailable this visit. | ||
| Wild Cooked Red King Crab (a rare splurge) | per lb. | $19.99 |
| Wild Cooked Cold Water Lobster Arm/Claw | per lb. | $9.99 |
| Meat and Poultry | Quantity__ | Price |
| Kirkland Organic Ground Beef While I don't use beef often, the grass-fed option I would typically buy is $9.99/lb. So every once in a while this beef, at half the cost, comes home to my freezer. | 4 lbs. | $19.99 |
| High Plains Ground Bison I've bought bison a couple times, but my husband has to handle and cook it. I eat 95% vegetarian, and it is hard for me to add a once endangered animal to our menu (yes, showing my bias here). However, these animals who graze on grass and other natural Great Plains vegetation boast a very lean meat, which is high in protein and rich in iron. If you are going to eat a red meat and can get past eating this national treasure, bison is a healthier choice. | 2.5 lbs. | $17.99 |
| Coleman Fresh Organic Whole Chicken 2-Pack When I don't have access to a pastured bird, these guys are always available. Each chicken is in the 5-6 lb. range. I have used them for Lisa's Best Whole Chicken in a Crock Pot and have fed my family for days from one chicken. | per lb. | $2.49 |
| Coleman Fresh Organic Chicken Drumsticks | per lb. | $1.99 |
| Coleman Fresh Organic Chicken Breasts | per lb. | $4.99 |
| Coleman Fresh Organic Chicken Thighs | per lb. | $4.79 |
| Coleman Fresh Organic Chicken Wings | per lb. | $2.99 |
| Dairy and Eggs | Quantity | Price |
| Kerrygold Imported Irish Butter (from grass-fed cows) | 1.5 lbs. | $6.99 |
| Kerrygold Imported Dubliner Cheese | 2.18 lbs. | $13.99 |
| Coastal Rugged Mature English Cheddar (I once dated a guy I would have described with those exact words.) | per lb. | $7.59 |
| Kirkland Large Organic Brown Eggs While not pastured, these eggs are certified humane and are sourced locally according to packaging, but I'd describe it as regionally since the farm is in Georgia and we're in North Carolina. | 24 ct. | $6.99 |
| Rule Benders | Quantity | Price |
| Jack's Special Salsa I'll be honest, this stuff is ALWAYS in my fridge. It's only offense is a little added cane sugar. | 48 oz. | $5.39 |
| Dr. Praeger's Organic Harvest Veggie Burgers While the ingredient list is long, it is made up of whole organic veggies and grains. The only true rule breaker in these otherwise healthful patties is a bit of canola oil. | 12 | $11.99 |
| Kirkland Basil Pesto Yes, I prefer to make my own, but this is a tasty version to have on hand. When I use it, I have to look past the added sunflower oil and ascorbic acid. | 22 oz. | $7.99 |
| Silk Unsweetened Almond Milk We drink a lot of almond milk, and I cook with it almost exclusively. Making it myself is not always feasible. Silk is one of the few brands without carrageenan, though it's ingredient list goes way beyond the almonds, water, and vanilla that I would use. | 3 64-oz. | $7.99 |
| Green Chopsticks Organic Chicken Dumplings These are flavor-packed and full of whole, all organic ingredients, along with a smidge of sugar as well as refined organic flour. | 2 lbs. | $11.69 |
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Kara says
I just wanted to comment and say thank you so much for these two shopping lists! My family has been using Costco for almost a year now, but I still found new items today because of your lists. With a toddler in toe it's not always possible to slowly browse or read labels. Thanks for saving us time and helping us find new options at one of our favorite shopping destinations!
Amy Taylor (comment moderator) says
You are so welcome! :)
Heather says
This is a great list, both part 1 and 2. There are a few items on here that I didn't know about so I will have to look at my Costco to see if they are there. I would move the veggies with edamame to the "rules benders" section though since edamame is soy, which is a hormone disruptor and really should be avoided.
John Doe says
Soy as a hormone disruptor is nonsense non gmo soy is a healthy product the Japanese people have been eating and drinking soy for hundreds of years and they are some of the healthiest people in the world
Drea says
I also spoke with the butcher about the organic beef. It is deceiving because the picture makes it look like the cow is eating grass but it is not grass fed beef. They told me that the cows are fed organic feed. It not only makes me mad because I love Costco and that is deceptive marketing but it also now makes me question everything. It's a great lesson for us all to ask questions because the picture doesn't always tell the correct story. I will add that the package does not say grass fed so in most cases you would know it's not grass fed but in this case the picture throws you off.
KAREN says
This is true :(
Beverly Nemeth says
I am always concerned about the origin of the fish and shellfish. Not sure the Costco brands are from the USA.
Gina says
I agree Beverly. I notice most if not all is sourced from outside of US so I don't purchase b/c I feel unsure of quality control.
Kim says
Great list and very consistent with what I currently buy and can get here in San Diego. However, at least in our area, the Kirkland Sea Scallops are NOT dry pack meaning they have been wet packed using Sodium Tripolyphosphate which is a chemical additive I never choose to include in our diet. Luckily we have a small, local grocer who carries dry pack scallops for a reasonable $19.99 per lb most of the year.
Doreen says
I have looked at the Kirkland organic ground beef, it has a cow in a big green field, but I couldn't see anywhere on the package that said it was grass fed. I have been thinking they were trying to give the impression, but that it wasn't actually grass fed. I am incorrect? Did I miss it somewhere? Thanks
Amy Taylor (comment moderator) says
Nope, you are correct. It is not grass-fed, just organic.
Seema says
Thank you so much for creating the part 1 & 2 lists so helpful. I am assuming this is Costco USA not Canada correct? I hope I can find these items here in Canada.
:)
Amy Taylor (comment moderator) says
Yep, we are in North Carolina, USA. :)
Shauna says
I am in Calgary, AB and we have most of the same things but not the same brands of frozen fruit. They have other brands of Organic frozen fruit though. I haven't been able to find organic, grass fed meat but I haven't looked too hard. I usually get it at Co-op instead. We definitely have the Hemp Hearts, tortilla chips, organic raisins, and frozen vegetables that are on this list. I just bought them yesterday! :)
Heather says
Calgary Costco does have the organic ground beef.
Christi says
Most of those items are in the Canadian Costcos with the exception of a few of the meats. The organic ground beef is also a staple in our home. Actually this list basically is my list too.
Ronda says
I'm new to Costco. On one of my trips I bought organic frozen brown rice that was precooked. What a time saver! A few trips back I bought a bag of organic frozen vegetables and grains with flax seed. It came in individual packets packets and we would throw in chicken or steak or chunks of mushrooms then add some soy sauce. This stuff was amazing. The only problem I've noticed with Costco is that you go back to rebuy these items and they are gone. Do they buy out overstocked items and once they are gone they are gone?
Amy Taylor (comment moderator) says
Hi there. They typically keep restocking the items that are popular and sell well. If you see a * on the price sign, that means the item is discontinued. I bought 20 boxes of a red lentil pasta that I learned was no longer going to be carried. :) But, most of my go-to items are always there.
tr3ndsetr says
Great list indeed especially the frozen fruits and vegs perfect for my smoothies, Best thing about frozen fruit is, they will last past 1 week.
michelle says
Just in case this helps :) - Salmon IS actually my go-to meal when I haven't planned. It defrosts so quickly. AND I pair it with creamed kale/quinoa. Just sautee an onion, garlic, add kale/quinoa. Finish with cream or coconut cream. It turned my kids from kale fussers to kale lovers instantly! They ask for second and thirds.
Thank you for the wonderful list and meals!
Amy Taylor (comment moderator) says
Thanks for sharing. :)
Karen says
I've been disappointed with Costco for many of their organic offerings. I noticed much of the meat was imported, and the organic whole milk I purchased actually had an ingredient list containing fish products! I don't pay any more since I buy in bulk, and I think it's valuable to support our own economy.
Sal says
Nice list but I wouldn't eat any seafood that came out of the northern Pacific due to Fukishima. I try to even avoid all fruits and vegetables from the west coast as well.
Dawn Behrens says
Personally, I don't like frozen seafood except for shrimp. I don't think it has much flavor and it is usually mushy, I would highly recommend buying fresh which we get at Wegmans. They have many other organci items too like Ollie sausage, wholly guacamole, and Canadian bacon. They also have organic honey and pure maple syrup!
Roma says
The few times our Costco is out of the Wyman's blueberries and organic broccoli, I feel so disappointed. Those are 2 essentials we don't grow ourselves. I'm counting on stores to increase organics to the point that when I am too old to grow my own anymore, I can buy all organic in bulk!
Ellen says
I'd love the recipe for the cherry / cocao smoothie! Sounds delicious!
Brandi says
I bought Silk almond milk and just looked at the ingredients. No carrageenan. Maybe they have removed this ingredient since you last bought it?
Costcos in Oregon have a HUGE array of organic, natural and minimally processed foods. Definitely check out everything at your local Costco, you never know what you'll find. My Costco carries organic grass fed beef, for example, along with the regular organic beef. Quinoa, chia seeds, hemp hearts, organic corn chips, Coconut oil, organic tomato sauce, puree and diced tomatoes in BPA-free cans, raw honey, natural olives and Dave's Killer Bread (may be an Oregon thing since this is an Oregon company) are all on my shopping list for this week.
Amy Taylor (comment moderator) says
Hi Brandi. I think you just misread my comment about Silk. It one of the few without carrageenan, which is why I buy it or the Whole Foods brand. :)
so says
WA Costco carry Dave's killer bread as well. I love the new cinnamon roll thing that name is Sin Dawg. That is one of best cinnamon roll.
Thanks for the list.
Alex says
I also always include the Kirkland Signature Stir-Fry blend of frozen vegetables. Super-easy to add vegetables to a meal without complications.
Aimee says
Thank you Lisa for these awesome Costco lists!!! We can't wait to try out some of your dinner suggestions as well! :)
Christina says
Whoa Nellie. Costco in Canada has hemp hearts, chia, 1-2 types of veggies burgers, wild fresh and frozen salmon, wild halibut, organic soy, organic brown eggs, organic coffee, three or four types of organic nut butters, organic frozen strawberries, mixed berries, kale, pre-made smoothies (mixed berry, spinach, kale), organic cheese, organic baby romaine and spinach, organic quinoa, spelt flour, almond flour, quinoa-go-go products (cookies for sure right now), organic dark chocolate and pumpkin seed bark (three ingredients), organic oranges, organic yogurt, organic kefir, organic cows milk, organic soy milk, almond milk, rice milk, organic tomato paste and sauce, several newman's own products .... That's just off the top of my head and I'm sure the cost is don't vary so much that Victoria is the only place they sell any of it. A couple local things like salt spring goat cheese maybe but not the other stuff I mentioned.
Melanie says
Absolutely disappointed! Our Costco here in Canada has NONE of these things :( no organic offerings or very few.
Deborah says
Love the list. What is wrong with organic cane sugar? This is what I buy for sugar is organic cane sugar. If there is something wrong with using it I would love your opinion Lisa.
Amy Taylor (comment moderator) says
Hi Deborah. Under the real food rules we avoid all refined sugars. Lisa will use it very occasionally in her baking. There are two or three recipes that include refined sugar but the rest use honey or maple syrup.
Deborah says
How can you know it is refined? It is organic sealed, so I don't understand. Can you direct me to some information about it? I thought I was doing good sugar wise. Wow, what will be the best sugar to buy that don't taste nasty. Granulated
Amy Taylor (comment moderator) says
Hi again. This post will help you understand our thoughts on sugar: https://www.100daysofrealfood.com/2011/05/06/mini-pledge-week-9-no-refined-sweeteners/. Let me know if you have other questions, though. ~Amy
telemall says
like it
telemall says
hmm nice
Jane says
Thanks so much for this information! You mentioned once that you freeze fresh spinach for smoothies. How do you do this? Unfortunately our Costco sells organic spinach that is close to its use by date and it doesn't stay fresh long enough for us to use all of it.
Zoe says
You can Google all the schools of thought on freezing fresh greens, but honestly, I've found just washing it, patting it dry, and putting it in a zip lock in the freezer works! Same with Kale.
Christina says
We throw a couple packs into the blender, sometimes with kale, and pour it into ice cube trays for use in smoothies, green rice, or pasta.
Laura Rose says
This is a wonderful resource. I am still surprised at all of the judgement in the comments. Poverty is real people and not everyone can afford luxuries like some of these definitely are. Remembering we all get to this site from different paths could lead to a lot more supportive comments. Doing the best you can with what you have to feed your family real food should be applauded. Not scolded into 'making more sacrifices'. Please be kind to one another.
Rosie says
I grew up as a migrant worker child. Our main food staples were rice & beans, potatoes, seasonal veggies & milk. Nothing was ever wasted! Bruised fruit became Agua Fresca. We never ate out & rarely had processed foods. Soda & chips was never in our menu. After shelter, food & utilities there was little $ left for clothes & extras but we were slim, healthy & always had food to share with visitors. My mother would whip up tortillas & soups in minutes. It's incredible how much time & money you can save when you're on survival mode & forego beauty salon, matching dishes, & seasonal home decor :) So yes! It can be done! Even on the most limited budget!
Bill says
I have purchased hemp seeds, very nutritious, but in late 2014 Huntington Beach store no longer carried them.
Angel says
$500 twice a month? We are a family of 7 and our entire income for a month is just over $2000. maybe I should make the necessary financial sacrifices you know like heat and electricity lmao!!
Karen Goltzmam says
You forgot to mention the frozen COD. It is so good.
Love your list and ideas.
Ali says
The people who really understand how important it is to feed yourself and your family good, healthy and natural foods are the ones who make the necessary financial sacrifices. I spend $500 at Costco on the first and 15th of every month for a family of 8. Another great tip is shopping at the dollar store. I buy organic there or products that only have five or less ingredients (most of my diced tomatoes, beans and brown rice). Point is not to bore you with my shopping habits, but to enlighten you that it can be done, and to applaud the fact she even shares her lists and ideas for food. Wish everyone had her passion then we wouldn't have to see the effects that the faux food has had upon our society!
Lorry says
Kirkland's frozen pineapple! It is that sweet deep yellow perfect pineapple. Absolutely delicious! Also, the organic frozen corn is the best corn I have ever eaten. Every but as good as our best summer sweet corn.
Rachel says
Why all the negative nancies? Many comments I'm reading say that how can a family afford to buy organic & natural?? First, perspective, you pay the farmer now or the doctor & hospital later! Grass-fed meat is much healthier for you with healthy fats that fuel brain function. Secondly, many many many studies link herbacides to cancers, autism and other disorders. Herbacides are on and in "traditional" produce and packaged foods. Lastly, a pound of regular 90% lean hamburg as my grocery store is close to $4 a lb, playing an extra $1 per pound for organic isn't going to break anyone's budget. Its all about priorities people! Cancel that $100+ month cell phone or cable bill or cut back on eating out and you miraculously have that extra money each month to feed your family nutritious, whole, organic & natural foods!
Michelle says
your comment made me lol
.. that's how I see it too! We're in baby steps 2 of total money makeover but I'm able to buy 95% organic and pastured foods around $600-$650 a month... no cable but I cook from scratch
Emily says
Although you also need to realize that it will break the budget for some of us. We have cut everything possible from our budget. I cook from scratch, use lots of veggies, chicken, fruit, and whole grains but switching to completely organic and all natural would send us over the edge. I do not buy "extras" at the store either (chips, crackers, cookies, ect) just food that will fuel our bodies. We have never had cable (don't own a TV) and have very basic cell plans and no land line. Our big "splurges" would be a gym membership that gets used multiple times a week and internet (needed for my husbands masters degree). When the masters degree is complete and we have a higher income then I will probably slowly switch us to more organic. Sometimes money is really that tight.
Ashley says
Herbicides are used by organic and traditional farmers alike. Also, there is zero scientific peer reviewed non-retracted proof stating they are linked to any of which you stated. Please do not pass along false fear mongering information. What you can do is eat traditional/conventional food and eliminate the processed food from your diet and see the same exact results as you would with organic, except your wallet will not be hurting nearly as much.
Sheryle Broehl-Spears says
While checking out at Costco the checker looked at us and said you eat very healthy. At the time I thought that was a strange remark so I started watching what other people were buying and then I understood. So many processed foods and none related food items where in their carts. We try to buy only fresh except for some occasional canned items like beans and tomato sauce. I'm glad to see more organic items available.
Cindy says
i just found organic black bean spaghetti at Costco.(2 ingredients-organic back beans and water) So good with the basil pesto.
Amy Taylor (comment moderator) says
Hi Cindy. I've been buying it, too. It is really good!
Nancy says
Unless someone could prove to me that what I am buying is organic or grain fed..I am going to remain the only idiot I guess and not spend my hard earned money.
Lucy says
It's unfortunate, but most Costco stores in Ontario, Canada have stopped stocking much of the organic eggs, meat, and fresh wild fish. When they stocked it the price was great, but apparently there wasn't enough demand for it. They do also carry great organic frozen corn, and frozen peas.
Isabel says
Hi Kelly, i just made a smoothie yesterday with strawberries. Once u start making them u'll get the hang of fruit combinations. I used strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, & red grapes about 4 cups (all) and added about 2.5 cups water and 1c ice. That's it. I eyeball everything and you can change it to make more or less. It made about 3-8oz drinks.
Alison says
sitting at Costco after checking out, reading your list and comparing to what's in my cart. I did buy quite a few things off the list but a lot of the organic items on the list are not stocked at our Costco. : ( but they do have quite a few organic items so hopefully that will increase as more and more people buy organic!
Kelly says
Hi! You mentioned using the frozen strawberries as a smoothie base. Can you share your smoothie recipe? Thanks!
Amy Taylor (comment moderator) says
Hi Kelly. I use the Simple Green Smoothie formula most of the time: https://www.100daysofrealfood.com/2013/12/26/green-smoothie-recipe/. I use almond milk as my liquid, typically. ;)
brooke says
hi!
After reading your article it sounds like you can make some absolutely delicious and nutritious food from this list. When I did the math, you spend about $500 on this list and this is part 2. How long does this last your family? How much do you spend on groceries in an average month?
Thanks for your inspiration!!!!!
Brooke
Amy Taylor (comment moderator) says
Hi Brooke. This list does not reflect what I buy at Costco on a typical visit. It is simply a list of the various products I am likely to buy at Costco over time depending on our needs. :)