I'm an executive member at Costco. Here are 13 items I buy to make meal prepping easy.

Lara WalshSep 2, 2024, 22:13 IST

I shop for my meal-prep essentials at Costco.Lara Walsh<ul class="summary-list"><li>I live on my own and shop at Costco using my <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-things-costco-for-parties-from-executive-member-2024-8">executive membership</a>.</li><li>The Kirkland Signature salmon, chicken breasts, and ground turkey are great for meal prepping.</li></ul>I've been <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-things-at-costco-this-month-employee-reveals-2024-4">shopping at Costco</a> for as long as I can remember. Now as an adult living by myself, the wholesale grocery chain helps me prep affordable meals throughout the week.I've saved so much money by buying high-quality proteins, carbs, veggies, sauces, and spices in bulk at Costco instead of paying more for smaller batches at other grocery stores.As an added bonus, my executive membership — which costs $130 a year — allows me to earn 2% back on all of my purchases.Over the years, I've perfected the art of choosing <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/favorite-costco-items-from-mom-who-hates-cooking-2024-3">items for meal prepping</a> that stay fresh for a long time or freeze well. Here are 13 items I'd recommend buying at Costco.Prices may vary by location.

Kirkland Signature fresh wild sockeye salmon is perfect for easy meal prep.

The Kirkland Signature fresh wild sockeye salmon is a go-to for my lunch and dinner prep.Lara Walsh

I freeze the Kirkland Signature boneless and skinless chicken breasts for various recipes.

I can make a variety of meals with the Kirkland Signature boneless and skinless chicken breasts.Lara Walsh

I crave the Kirkland Signature five-cheese tortellini when I want something that tastes fresh and cheesy.

I add sundried tomatoes or truffle oil to the Kirkland Signature five-cheese tortellini. Lara Walsh

I use Kirkland Signature ground turkey to make air-fryer meatballs.

I like to use ground turkey instead of beef.Lara Walsh

A 25-pound bag of Kokuho Rose California rice lasts for months.

I've barely made a dent in my bag of Kokuho Rose California rice.Lara Walsh

Kirkland Signature rotisserie chicken is great for last-minute lunches.

I like to make an easy chicken salad with the Kirkland Signature rotisserie chicken.Lara Walsh

I use the Onions 52 yellow onions in almost all my meals.

The Onions 52 yellow onions are only $5 and last a long time.Lara Walsh

The Market Fresh Produce sweet potatoes are my starch of choice.

I pair the Market Fresh Produce sweet potatoes with salmon or chicken.Lara Walsh

Kirkland Signature cage-free eggs are a steal.

I meal prep breakfast quiche and egg bites with Kirkland Signature cage-free eggs.Lara Walsh

Kirkland Signature thick-sliced, hickory-smoked bacon is some of the best I've tried.

I make bacon-wrapped dates with the Kirkland Signature thick-sliced, hickory-smoked bacon.Lara Walsh

I love the 1½-pound bag of Kirkland Signature pine nuts for making pesto.

Buying Kirkland Signature pine nuts is a cost-effective way to get my pesto fix.Lara Walsh

I always have Kikkoman soy sauce in my fridge.

Kikkoman soy sauce is the base for many of the sauces and marinades I make.Lara Walsh

Primal Kitchen Buffalo sauce is great paired with chicken bites or wings.

Two bottles of the Primal Kitchen Buffalo sauce at Costco are essentially the price of one at other grocery stores.Lara Walsh

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