4 Unexpected Kirkland Items That Jumped Into My Regular Costco Picks

I have never witnessed my family so enthusiastic about eating cod.

Reviewed by Registered Dietitian Victoria Seaver, M.S.

Individuals often express their enthusiasm for supermarket giants such as Aldi and Trader Joe’s, yet taking my Costco membership away would require prying it from my lifeless fingers. I have an immense fondness for Costco. I make visits there at least biweekly, sometimes even weekly. stock my pantry With predominantly Costco items inside. Take a look in my refrigerator and you'll see that the majority are from Costco. my cheese If I'm short on time, I depend on the frozen foods Those are always essentials on my Costco shopping list to quickly whip up dinner.

Many of the items I purchase at Costco are their house brand, Kirkland Signature, such as olive oil, nuts, feta cheese, and even my daughter’s preferred leggings. However, there are numerous Kirkland-branded products that I simply ignore as I stroll through the store.

During my recent journey, I opted to test out five new Kirkland Signature items. Out of those, four turned out to be so impressive that they now have a constant place at my house.

Five-Cheese Tortelloni with Parmigiano Reggiano

I have already expressed my admiration for my affection towards the pumpkins and bats ravioli Purchased at Costco during the Halloween season, I had intended to buy enough to last through the winter. However, after trying the Five-Cheese Tortelloni with Parmigiano Reggiano, they became an instant hit. This pasta dish is richly cheese-filled, creamy, and can be prepared within just a few minutes. It has been delightful whether served with sauce (Rao’s from Costco, naturally) or simmered in broth alongside some cut-up vegetables. Additionally, we have begun using half of each pack to make tortelloni salads for our child’s school lunches. You’ll find these in the refrigerated aisle.

Related: 10 Cozy Tortellini Dinner Ideas

Everything Bagel Seasoned Cod

Although I usually purchase frozen fish from Costco, I've never tried their seasoned or breaded varieties before. While I find everything bagel seasoning acceptable, I didn't share the enthusiasm many others had for it during its height of popularity a few years back. Nonetheless, the Everything Bagel Seasoned Cod caught my interest. After trying it once, I'll ensure it remains stocked in my freezer as long as it's offered. I prepared it using my own method. toaster oven air fryer From the freezer, it emerged crispy and delicious in under 15 minutes. We enjoyed it alongside roasted potatoes and a salad, but I'm eagerly anticipating transforming the fillets into fish sandwiches soon.

Related: This Brand Offers the Finest Everything Bagel Seasoning—And, No, It’s Not from Trader Joe's

lightly breaded chicken breast pieces

Although I have a child, chicken nuggets weren't usually part of our meals (that changed recently; let me explain). We would occasionally order them when dining out, but they rarely appeared at home. However, after a nearby fast-food joint started offering a salad topped with chicken nuggets, I decided to recreate this meal at home. Since then, it has become something we prepare at least monthly. From here on, I’ll stick with these Lightly Breaded Chicken Breast Pieces from Costco for that recipe. Made using boneless, skinless chicken breasts, they turn out delightfully crisp when cooked.

Supreme Cauliflower Crust Pizza

I have extensive experience with cauliflower-crusted pizzas. When my spouse followed a gluten-free diet for many years, they particularly enjoyed Milton’s Roasted Vegetable Cauliflower Crust pizza—available at Costco—which became their go-to choice. We continue purchasing it even now. Recently, I tried the Kirkland Signature Supreme Cauliflower Crust Pizza and found it equally delightful. This pizza boasts an ample serving of vegetables such as bell peppers, zucchini, and mushrooms along with toppings like sausage and pepperoni. The flavor profile was richly savory, and the crust had a robust texture similar to traditional pizza dough. Typically, I serve it alongside a light salad or raw vegetable sticks paired with ranch dressing. A quarter slice contains about 900 milligrams of sodium; however, since we consume this type of pizza infrequently—at most one or two times per month—and manage the salt content in our other daily meals accordingly, this isn’t too concerning.

Related: Why Pizza Tastes Superior at Restaurants, As Explained by Chefs

The Bottom Line

Testing out a new item from Costco might seem daunting because they typically don’t offer samples in tiny sizes! However, it could be well worth it, particularly when you discover something that pleases everybody at home.

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