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I'm a trained chef. Here are 10 things I'm buying at Trader Joe's this month.

I'm a trained chef. Here are 10 things I'm buying at Trader Joe's this month.

Lizzy Briskin

I plan to pick up hard sparkling seltzer and the Incredisauce this month.Lizzy Briskin

I'm a chef who regularly shops at Trader Joe's — here's what I'm buying from the chain in February.
Both fresh and tapas-style artichokes pack the flavor and are perfect in salads and with dips.

I love this Ajika Georgian seasoning blend.

This deeply aromatic blend is perfect on roasted vegetables. Lizzy Briskin

This seasoning blend offers a delicious medley of spicy, garlicky, and earthy flavors, thanks to chili peppers, coriander, and fenugreek.

At $1.99 per jar, it's not too spicy and makes a great seasoning for roasted veggies.

The miso-ginger broth makes a great base for soups and stews.

This miso-ginger broth is packed with flavor. Lizzy Briskin

When you can't make your own stock, a carton of this seasoned broth is an instant flavor-packed foundation for a quick soup with tofu, noodles, or dumplings.

The miso-ginger broth is only $1.99 per 32-ounce carton.

These tapas-style marinated artichoke hearts can be a great add-in to other dishes.

You can even eat the artichoke pieces straight out of the package. Lizzy Briskin

Toss these briny artichoke hearts on a salad, stir them into mac and cheese, or press them into a panini.

There are tons of ways to enjoy these — and I think eating them straight out of the package is a solid option.

This flavorful snack is $6.99 for 12.9 ounces.

The Incredisauce is severely underrated.

I love using this sauce on sandwiches and even as a dip. Lizzy Briskin

If the adorable packaging doesn't hook you, the flavor will.

This use-on-anything sauce has a mustardy, smoky, herby flavor that's made for burgers, sandwiches, fries, and more.

The underrated sauce costs $3.29 per 11-ounce bottle.

Fresh artichokes go great with dips.

Don't be intimidated by the artichoke's spikiness or size. Lizzy Briskin

Depending on where you live, February is early artichoke season.

A steamed artichoke with creamy dipping sauce makes a simple two-ingredient starter or side dish.

You can get these artichokes for $2.29 each.

Savory banana and nuts trail mix might be the perfect snack.

Dried banana chips and nuts are both sweet and salty. Lizzy Briskin

I'm love snacks that offer sweet and savory flavors, and this blend of seasoned dried banana chips, cashews, and pecans satisfies any crunchy cravings.

This snack is $2.99 per 4-ounce bag.

Make this porcini-mushroom and truffle ravioli to impress your Valentine.

This ravioli can be a simple yet delicious meal. Lizzy Briskin

This pre-cooked porcini and truffle ravioli can be an easy but gourmet meal to impress your Valentine.

You can even upgrade your ravioli with brown-butter sauce and fresh sage.

At $3.69 per 8-ounce package, all you have to do is work on the sauce.

Elevate your cheese board with olive tapenade.

Olive tapenade can instantly upgrade sandwiches and salads. Lizzy Briskin

At $3.49 per 7-ounce container, this fresh olive tapenade has a place on any sophisticated cheese board.

This salty, savory mixture is also great on salads, sandwiches, and toast.

A Dozen Cousins Mexican pinto beans can go in tacos, burritos, and more.

I like to grab medium-level spicy beans. Lizzy Briskin

A newer brand at Trader Joe's, A Dozen Cousins' pre-seasoned beans are perfect for an instant taco night, burrito bowl, or high-protein snack.

The pinto beans are coated in a thick and slightly spicy tomato sauce.

Each 10-ounce package costs $2.49.

Topo Chico hard seltzer is a perfect way to end the night.

The variety pack comes with four tropical flavors. Lizzy Briskin

Whether it's game day or a regular Tuesday night, Topo Chico hard seltzer's tropical taste is refreshing.

The variety pack contains includes tangy lemon-lime, tropical mango, strawberry guava, and exotic pineapple.

Each 12-ounce pack costs $17.99.

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