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These are worth every penny.

Key Point

• Costco’s signature Kirkland brand offers a wide range of products.
• Here are some seasonal staples worth stocking up on.

Admittedly, when I first started shopping at Costco regularly, I was a little skeptical about trying the store’s signature Kirkland brand. If it saves me money and less credit card tabs as a result, I buy nameless jeans. I wonder if I’ll be able to put it in).

These days, half of Costco’s shopping carts are filled with Kirkland products every week. The only reason the other half isn’t a Kirkland product is that Kirkland doesn’t make everything.

On the other hand, the amazing thing about Costco’s Kirkland brand is that new products are appearing one after another. Here are some great things to pay to check out in October that are likely to hit shelves.

1. Pumpkin streusel muffins

We’re at a time when pumpkin dominates just about everything, from bread to cereal to your morning coffee (pumpkin spice latte, I’m talking about you). That’s bad. But if you’re like me and can’t get enough of it, it costs money to load up on a few Kirkland pumpkin streusel muffins.

At my local Costco, you can get 12 giant pumpkin muffins for $9.99 (price varies by location). Hurry up, though, as these babies are usually only available for a limited time.

2. Chicken pot pie

The good thing about chicken pot pie is that it’s a la carte dish. And the only thing better than a la carte is the one you don’t even have to make yourself.

Kirkland’s Chicken Pot Pie may seem expensive at first. At my local Costco, a 5.70 pound pie costs him $28.44. But you have to realize how huge this pot pie is. If you’re a family of five, it can easily become your entire meal, and you likely have leftovers.

3. Specialty Chicken Bake

If you’ve ever visited a Costco food court and sampled grilled chicken, you know how gooey and delicious it can be. For just $11.99 you can buy a pack of 6. That’s about half the price he pays per plate in the food court. This way, you can enjoy grilled chicken in your pajamas on the sofa as opposed to dining in the middle of a busy warehouse store.

4. Broccoli cheddar soup

For me, October marks the beginning of soup season in earnest. If you don’t have time to cook for yourself, try Kirkland’s broccoli and cheddar concoction. For 4 lbs of soup he’s priced at $9.99, and it’s safe to say that I doubt I could pull off that recipe at home for less money. is gone.

If you shop at Costco infrequently, make time to stop by during the month of October. These Kirkland products are worth trying while they’re still available.