Its a popular, versatile pantry staple.
But after a trip through the pantry section, I was hooked.
Kirkland Signature Organic Whole Cashews, which come in a 2.5-pound bag for $17.39.
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Why Cashews?
With cashews and other high-fat nuts, youve got to be careful about the quality, Wrobel explains.
Both Wrobel and Goncalves reach for them when whipping up vegan recipes.
Cashews are amazing for ice cream bases …
I suggest using cashews to make creamy salad dressings, like a dairy-free ranch.
Cashews can be used in both sweet and savory dairy-free dishes, as Goncalves points out.
I add these to cheese boards, and my guests always ask where theyre from.
Other Chef-Favorite Costco Finds
Cashews arent the only item chefs are scooping up at Costco.
Several recommended hitting the produce aisle for great deals on berries, spinach and baby romaine lettuce.
The rinds are also great additions to soups for a bit of extra depth.
But if chefs could leave with only one item, most would pick up a bag of organic cashews.
Plus, the bulk bags at Costco make it easy to whip upcashew creamwithout breaking the bank.
U.S. Department of Agriculture.
FoodData Central.Nuts, cashew nuts, dry roasted, without salt added.
