"When was the last time you restocked your spice cabinet? As it might be after a big move, it's likely been years since you did a full audit of your seasonings. Or, maybe you've just been out of cumin for months and keep forgetting to pick some up from the store. Whatever your reasons are for hitting up your local grocer's spice section."
"If your go-to store is Trader Joe's, we are of the same ilk, and you've probably taken more than a passing glance at its spice section. The matching glass jars that house many of its spices are undeniably aesthetically appealing, and the store has pretty good spice prices, too - but that doesn't automatically mean every spice from the retailer is a must-buy."
"Before you ask, "Why should I spend $4.99 on a small container of salt?," remember that not all salts are the same. I have no fewer than five different types of salt in my pantry at all times (Maldon, pink Himalayan, kosher, fine-grain sea salt, and flaky sea salt), and I'll vouch for keeping this salt in your pantry for as long as Trader Joe's stocks it."
Many people neglect their spice cabinets for years, leading to expired or missing staples. Retailers vary widely in spice pricing, with some offering great deals and others charging premiums. Trader Joe's packages many spices in matching glass jars and often has competitive prices, but not every spice there is worth buying. Portuguese Flor de Sal is recommended as a moist, hand-collected finishing salt with delicate saltiness and smaller, wetter grains similar to Maldon. Some spices are better replaced with fresher or more economical alternatives, so compare prices and swap redundant seasonings.
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