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12 Grocery Items You Should Always Splurge On, According to Chefs

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12 Grocery Items You Should Always Splurge On, According to Chefs

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Pop. Drop. Done.^®

You’re probably tired of hearing about it, but the reality is that grocery prices are still at an all-time high—up over 11% compared to last year—and don’t appear to be wavering.

Since buying less food is not really a viable option, many shoppers have instead turned to discount stores like Aldi or Lidl, have religiously begun shopping the sales, or have resorted to lower cost alternatives in order to stay on budget. But, it can turn into a tricky balancing act trying to determine where you can get away with the cheaper off-brand item and where you can’t. Some low-cost products end up being nearly dead ringers for their more expensive counterparts, but there are some areas where it’s simply not worth the extra dollar saved.

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Ginger

Ginger tastes great, but it can be hard work to cook with… There’s often lots of peeling, chopping, and crushing involved – unless you use a Dorot Gardens Ginger cube, that is!

Basil

Ah, the king of herbs! You can add basil to almost any dish and take the flavor to the next level. Fish, pasta, soups and more can all benefit from having a basil cube or two in the mix!

Cilantro Trays

Cilantro is often found adding an extra background note of flavor to many of the foods we enjoy today. It’s the final finishing touch in many breads, sweets, pickles and more.

Sautéed Glazed Onions

Sauteed onions give an instantly-recognizable sweetness to any recipe that calls for them – and with Dorot Gardens you can get that sweetness with none of the prep time (or tears)!

Turmeric Cubes

You’ll find Turmeric called for in recipes for many different types of dishes, as well as in sauces and marinades – and even better, some people believe that it has health benefits too!

Parsley Trays

Parsley – the most abundant herb in the world, no less – is high in nutrition, and brings a unique taste to any dish where it is involved.

Dill Trays

Dill is another member of the parsley family. As a result the two are often used in combination, and found together as part of many recipes – especially for vegetables and meats.

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