Sauces to Buy at Costco

New topic for this post…sauces. I have certainly reviewed and mentioned some sauces in prior posts but they have not been the theme. It is no longer the case because I cannot tolerate sweet food nearly as much as I used to but years ago there were a few condiments that I liked so much that the food was the “vehicle” by which to eat the condiments. It’s funny that both of the condiments that I loved are on the current list (maple syrup and ketchup). As I was writing this post, I remembered my Dad telling me that he once saw a man putting mustard in his pizza at costco and the man said he looks for sny excuse to eat mustard. So I guess I’m not the only person who liked the condiments more than the food at times. 

I came across an article suggesting the following 12 Sauces At Costco. I’m not sure I would categorize them all as “sauces”. However, for the purposes of this post, I will refer to them as sauces. 

1. Kirkland Signature Organic Pure Maple Syrup

The first sauce mentioned was the Costco brand maple syrup. The article highlights some positive attributes of this syrup, including that it has Grade A Amber Rich designation, is organic, cost-effective, and delicious, tasting of caramel and vanilla. 

I have reviewed this syrup (Product Review: Kirkland 100% Pure Maple Syrup) and continue to enjoy it very much. As I mentioned above, maple syrup was one of the condiments for which I looked for foods to eat it. I now find it too sweet to eat too much of it but I still love a little of this syrup with waffles or pancakes. 

2. Bonne Maman Four Fruits Preserves

The author raves about these fruit preserves made from strawberries raspberries, cherries, currants. Apparently it is made from real fruit (vs additives and sugar). She suggests using the spread on toast, mixed into yogurt, as a filling for pastries or crepes, in dessert recipes, and in peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.

My jam consumption is limited to peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and matzah. I usually eat peanut butter or almond butter alone but definitely do enjoy it with raspberry jam sometimes (Product Review:Kirkland organic creamy peanut butter); (Product Review: Kirkland almond butter). I stick to raspberry so I am not interested in preserves made from other fruits. 

3. Cholula Hot Sauce

The article mentions that this hot sauce is notable for its ability to add spice without being overpowering. It suggests using it on tacos, burritos, quesadillas, eggs, soups, stews, pizza, burgers, and grilled vegetables. 

Although I occasionally like spicy food, I rarely eat it so I am not interested in this sauce. However, I know that a lot of people seek out different types of hot sauce, so I imagine that this item is popular.

4. Sweet Baby Ray’s Honey Barbecue Sauce

Another sauce on the list is this Honey Barbecue Sauce. The author praises it for being sweet and savory and therefore a good addition to chicken, ribs, pork, burgers, hot dogs, tofu, and vegetables. 

Not for me but I know this brand is popular and it sounds like it can enhance quite a range of foods. 

5. Kirkland Signature Basil Pesto

Apparently this basil-filled pesto is a good Italian purchase at Costco. Suggestions are to add it to pasta, pizza, and sandwiches. 

I have discussed this pesto before (What Food Experts Purchase at Costco); (Even More High-Quality Kirkland Products).

6. Nutella

The author highlights Nutella as a sweet sauce to buy at Costco. She writes about the combination of roasted hazelnuts, cocoa, and sugar as being delicious on toast, pancakes or waffles, crepes or croissants, and fruit. 

I have discussed Nutella before (Um…not sure it is *quite* big enough.. (Part 1 of 2)).

7. Kirkland Signature Organic Salsa

A vegetable-based sauce recommended to buy is this fresh salsa. It contains tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapenos and lacks artificial flavors and ingredients. Suggestions for using the salsa include dip, omelettes, and tacos.

I like salsa, especially fresh salsa, a lot. It is a good addition to potatoes or eggs, adding flavor as well as vegetables. I reviewed a salsa that Costco used to sell (Product Review: Santa Barbara mango peach salsa). I still miss it, as, in addition to Costco discontinuing it (It’s Gone? Discontinued Products), it is no longer certified kosher. This Kirkland salsa is not kosher. If it were, I’d love to give it a try.

8. Hidden Valley Ranch

The author recommends this dressing as a tasty way to increase vegetable consumption. Suggestions for the dressing include salads, its vegetables, pizza, and potato skins.

I haven’t had ranch dressing in years. I prefer lighter dressings on salads. If a kosher variety, it would likely be a good dip for vegetables. However, I am more likely to stick with tzatziki (Product review: Hannah Organic Tzatziki Greek Style Yogurt Dip).

9. Kinder’s Dipping Sauce

Another BBQ sauce mentioned in this article is the Kinder’s Chicken Sauce. Apparently, this sauce combines BBQ sauce with mustard and is a good addition to chicken nuggets, fries, meats, burgers, rice bowls, and scrambled eggs. 

Again, not for me but likely has a large fan base.

10. Rao’s Marinara Sauce

Another Italian sauce on the list of recommendations is this pasta sauce. The sauce consists of Italian plum tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil. Suggested uses are pasta, eggplant parmesan, lasagna, and pizza.

I love marinara sauce. I love tomatoes in general (Product review: grape tomatoes) and when combined with spices and heated up, they add so much to the meal. I have referenced the “”red sauce” in college (Protein-Rich Foods to Buy at Costco) and it was so plain compared to other marinara sauces. Rao’s is not kosher but I have enjoyed many other brands. I have heard great reviews of Rao’s so I am not surprised that it is on the list.

11. Bachan’s Japanese Barbecue Sauce

Yet another BBQ sauce on the list is this Japanese one. The article describes it as sweet, savory, umami, and smoky. It is made from soy sauce, mirin, ginger, and garlic and goes well with meats and vegetables.

This sauce is another that does not appeal to me but the combination does sound like a good alternative to plain BBQ sauce.

12. Heinz Tomato Ketchup

The final item on the list is the classic Heinz Ketchup. The sauce can be used as an addition to burgers, hot dogs, fries, tater tots, and grilled cheese. In addition, the author recommends it as the base for homemade BBQ sauce.

Ketchup was the other condiment that I used to like so much that I would choose foods so that I could have it. I now find it too sweet to have too much but would still eat it on a burger or fries or tater tots. 

Do you buy these sauces? Any others you’d recommend?