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15 Thriftiest Costco Deals to Keep Your Fridge (And Freezer) Full All Month
By Ariel Taranski,
11 hours ago
Did you know you can save money at Costco by stocking your fridge and freezer with handy meals? Other retailers typically cost more for less, but this superstore gives you a wide selection of restaurant-quality dishes and dinners for a fraction of the cost.
Plus, you’re saving yourself some time, too, when you keep your fridge full of your household’s favorite groceries each month.
Editor’s note: Prices are subject to change and may vary by location.
2. Rastelli’s Chuck and Short Rib Beef Butcher Burgers
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Price: $5.97
You get six ⅓-pound patties in this deal for under $6, which beats any restaurant or other retailer.
Each burger patty comes pre-seasoned with sea salt and black pepper, but you can easily add your favorite steak seasoning to elevate this chuck and short rib beef blend. Just pop these on your grill for an easy meal that is full of flavor, protein, and a juicy bite.
3. East Coast Seafood Shrimp Taco Kit
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Price: $15.99
Make your own shrimp tacos at home with this fun and convenient kit in Costco’s freezer section.
Each kit comes with breaded shrimp, eight flour tortillas, cilantro lime crema, and pickled slaw for a food truck-style meal for less. This is perfect for an at-home date night or even a family dinner so that everyone can assemble their own dream taco.
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4. Crepini Three Cheese and Spinach Protein Cakes
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Price: $7.49
These protein cakes are great for an on-the-go breakfast that’s full of protein and flavor.
Each cake has a blend of cottage cheese, oats, eggs, and spinach for a hearty bite to enjoy hot or cold. These protein-packed bites are also gluten-free, and you get 12 cakes per pack for under $8.
5. Red’s Organic Bean and Cheese Burritos
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Price: $12.99
Ten of these Red’s burritos would cost you $23.90 from Target, but at Sam’s, you’re spending around half.
These vegetarian burritos still pack 13 grams of protein per serving. They have a blend of beans and two cheeses for a delicious bite you can heat in your microwave. You can even add a dollop of hot sauce or guacamole to make this quick meal even more delicious.
6. Kevin’s Thai-Style Coconut Chicken
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Price: $9.99
This paleo-friendly chicken comes fully cooked and ready to enjoy after just a few minutes in the microwave.
Enjoy a creamy Thai-style coconut chicken that’s also gluten-free with a mild heat that you can serve with rice or Naan. This curry chicken is a great way to try something new while sticking to your diet and adding even more protein to your day.
Here’s an easy meal for six that you just have to heat in your oven, and it’s ready to enjoy.
These stuffed bell peppers have a filling of ground beef, cheese shreds, and rice for a bold, healthier taste. And since each serving is $4.99 per pound, you often won’t have to spend more than $20 on this ready-made deal.
8. Lean Cuisine Balance Bowls Creamy Pasta Primavera
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Price: $8.99
At Walmart, just one of these frozen meals costs $4.14, but you get this four-pack at Costco for an unbeatable low price.
These microwavable bowls offer you a balanced meal within minutes, each with a blend of creamy pasta, veggies, and a cheesy sauce.
These bowls are just 240 calories and offer you a full cup of vegetables toward your daily recommendation of two and a half cups.
9. Macaronade de Castel Macaron Variety Pack
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Price: $13.79
Pack your fridge with these authentic French desserts for a sweet treat anytime.
This variety pack comes with six macaron flavors – coffee, raspberry, caramel, chocolate, vanilla, and praline. You get 36 in a pack and can even freeze them to unthaw a few at a time for your post-dinner snacks.
This vegetarian dinner won’t even have you missing chicken. Each tray of this eggplant parmesan serves five, and you get two trays per pack, making this a convenient meal for any family dinner or small get-together.
This authentic dish has breaded eggplant slices in a rich marinara sauce, topped with imported Italian cheeses for a taste you’ll want to try for yourself.
11. Okami Garlic BBQ Chicken Bao
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Price: $9.99
Enjoy authentic Asian bao with a delicious barbecue twist with this Costco find.
These steamed bao buns have a garlic and barbecue chicken filling for a tasty bite that’s easy to microwave or steam within minutes.
Just grab some rice and steamed veggies during your Costco visit for a quick and affordable meal your household will love.
12. Sabatasso’s Pepperoni Pizza French Bread
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Price: $8.99
Make it a pizza night without having to place a delivery order to your favorite spot.
This freezer deal gives you nine pepperoni pizzas on French bread for a single-serve meal that’s full of protein and flavor.
You can microwave or bake these, depending on how crunchy you enjoy your crust, and indulge in a pizza dinner within minutes.
You can heat these ready-made chicken quesadillas for a gooey, flavorful entree reminiscent of your favorite Mexican restaurant.
This kit comes with stuffed tortillas of chipotle chicken and cheese, along with dipping cups of salsa, sour cream, and guacamole for extra flavor.
These kits are made fresh daily at Costco, and you can choose the right size pack for your household during your trip.
14. Tyson Uncooked Panko Breaded Chicken Breast Tenderloins
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Price: $17.49
Cook these chicken tenderloins in your oven for a freshly made taste that takes no prep time.
This panko-breaded chicken is perfect for pairing with your favorite sides or even in homemade chicken parmesan or alfredo.
Each serving has 20 grams of protein, and you get five pounds’ worth in this value-sized bag to keep your freezer stocked.
15. Giovanni Rana Beef and Short Rib Lasagna
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Price: $10.99
At Walmart, a similar lasagna would cost $14.97 for just 40 ounces, but this deal gives you two extra ounces for $4 less.
This full-cooked lasagna is ready in your oven or microwave in under 20 minutes. It packs hearty layers of cheese, pasta, red sauce, and beef for a family favorite meal. Serve it with salad and breadsticks for an Olive Garden-style meal that feeds more for less.
Bottom line
One smart way to save money this September is by taking advantage of Costco’s exclusive products and deals.
This superstore has plenty of one-of-a-kind finds and authentic dishes from around the world, so you and your family can try something new.
Be sure to stop by your local store to see what other easy dinners and tasty bites you can find this fall.
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