I take 2 buses to get to Trader Joe's and don't have a car. Here are 15 things I buy almost every trip.

I love to whip up the mini chicken tikka samosas as a quick snack. Although they're pretty good on their own, I sometimes buy or make a chutney to pair with them.

The meatless cheeseburger pizza is unlike anything I've ever had before. The meat alternative is delicious and tastes just like a hamburger.

The pizza is topped with pickles and a "special sauce," and even uses cheddar instead of mozzarella for a burger-like taste.

These are the Trader Joe's version of Dutch pancakes, known as poffertjes. The mini pancake puffs are light and airy but also quite filling.

I like to add strawberry jam for a light breakfast or powdered sugar for a sweet afternoon treat.

I love the French brioche because I can do so much with it. If I have time in the morning, I use it to make delicious French toast.

If I'm in a rush, it's just as good with some butter and strawberry jam.

The organic green tea and lemonade is probably my favorite drink at Trader Joe's. I usually go through multiple bottles a week because it's so refreshing after a long day.

I enjoy green tea and the added lemonade gives the drink a light, crisp taste.

I eat a lot of seafood and usually reach for the shrimp and garlic flatbread as an afternoon snack. It's simple and easy, and the shrimp pairs perfectly with the butter and garlic flavors.

Because I don't eat beef or pork, Trader Joe's turkey bacon is the perfect alternative. It's quite tasty and I don't feel like I'm missing out on anything.

I often use some on a BLT or on top of baked potatoes and casseroles.

The honey-walnut shrimp was a dinner staple for me throughout college. After either sautéing or baking the shrimp, I then toss it in the included honey-walnut sauce.

I usually make my own fried rice as a side, but the shrimp is pretty filling on its own. Some people might expect it to taste like the Panda Express item of the same name, but I think it has its own unique taste.

Trader Joe's dark-chocolate peanut-butter cups got me through many study sessions in college.

Because they're made with dark chocolate instead of the traditional milk chocolate, it's pretty hard to eat just one.

Elote, commonly referred to as Mexican street corn, is packed with tons of great flavor.

My brother and I use this seasoning on everything from fish and chicken to mashed potatoes and vegetables.

My family likes to either grill the shrimp burgers outside or bake them in the oven.

I usually add all of the typical hamburger toppings like lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise, before placing the patty on a bun. Sometimes I'll even pair it with a remoulade or tartar sauce.

These hash browns are quick and easy to make and pair well with just about any breakfast dish.

I like to enjoy them alongside eggs and breakfast sandwiches. Sometimes I'll even use it as a quick and easy side dish at dinner.

The ube mochi pancake and waffle mix is a seasonal item, so I always make sure to stock up when I see it in the store.

I've never really had anything like these sweet, airy, easy-to-make pancakes. They're so good that I don't even use a lot of syrup on top.

During my last visit to Trader Joe's, I sampled Cowboy Caviar, a salsa consisting of corn, black beans, red bell peppers, and jalapeños.

It had a nice kick to it, and I can't wait to snack on it while watching my favorite late-night shows.

The Shrimp Boom Bah is another seafood staple for me. These crispy, battered shrimp are topped with a delicious sweet-and-spicy sauce.

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