Ahhh, the first of the month and off to Costco we go. I went with our youngest child on Saturday after the monthly Home Depot Kids Workshop. I spent $64.32 so far this month. Below is my shopping list for this trip. Good news, the store had all the items I wanted! Although my son raved about the Brazi Bites that the store was demoing, I did not add any unexpected items to the list. One thing I question as I shop the store is if the price of the membership is worth it. Check out the overall savings below. Does it justify spending the $60.00 membership fee each year? YES!
How I Use What I Buy...
- Blueberries: Used in oatmeal, pancake topping, and muffins (Breakfast & Snacks)
- Bread: Sandwiches, toast, and bread crumbs (Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)
- Mushrooms: As an ingredient in Veggie Burgers, and a simple pasta sauce
- Peanut Butter: Energy bites, breakfast toast, and sandwiches (Breakfast, Lunch, & Baking)
- Spinach: Ingredient in Veggie Burgers, salads, sandwiches, and sauteed (Lunch & Dinner)
- Organic Almonds: Salads and Snack
- Organic Tortilla Chips: A side for school and home lunches.(Lunch, Dinner & Snack)
- Animal Crackers: Afterschool Snack
February Costco Comparison
| Product | Costco Price | Size | Unit Price | Whole Foods Market Price | Size | Unit Price | Savings/Store |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Organic Mushrooms | $4.99 | 24 oz. | $0.208 | $3.49 | 8 oz. | $0.436 | $5.48 (Costco) |
| Organic Tortilla Chips | $4.99 | 40 oz. | $0.125 oz. | $2.79 | 11 oz. | $0.254 oz. | $5.16 (Costco) |
| Dave's Killer Bread | $7.99 | 2, 27 oz. loaves | $3.995 ea. | $5.99 | 1, 27 oz. loaf | $5.99 ea. | $3.99 (Costco) |
| Organic Frozen Blueberries | $7.49 | 48 oz. | $0.156 oz. | $8.49 | 32 oz. | $0.265 oz. | $5.25 (Costco) |
| Organic Animal Crackers | $9.99 | 64 oz. | $0.156 oz. | $3.99 | 16 oz. | $0.249 oz. | $5.97 (Costco) |
| Organic Peanut Butter | $9.99 | 2, 28 oz. | $0.178 oz. | $5.99 | 28 oz. | $0.214 oz. | $1.99 (Costco) |
| Organic Almonds | $14.89 | 27.2 oz. | $0.547 oz. | $7.99 | 10 oz. | $0.799 oz. | $6.84 (Costco) |
Yearly Costco Comparison
| Product | Monthly Savings | Yearly Savings |
|---|---|---|
| Organic Mushrooms | $5.48 | $65.76 | Organic Tortilla Chips | $5.16 | $61.92 |
| Dave's Killer Bread | $7.98 purchase 2x per month | $95.76 |
| Organic Frozen Blueberries | $10.50 purchase 2x per month | $126.00 |
| Organic Animal Crackers | $5.97 | 71.64 |
| Organic Peanut Butter | $1.99 | $23.88 |
| Organic Almonds | $6.84 | $82.08 |
| Totals | $43.92 | $467.04 ($527.04 - $60.00 annual membership) |
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