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I took the same shopping list to Trader Joe's and Target. The bigger chain had more sales but still cost me way more.

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I was able to find similar products at both Trader Joe's and Target.

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I used to think Trader Joe's was overrated, but now it's my go-to for quick, easy meals. Here are 10 of my favorite items to buy there.

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When I shop at Trader Joe's, I love picking up items like the non-dairy oat-milk creamer and cold-brew coffee concentrate.

Beth Heyn

I took the same grocery list to Trader Joe's and Walmart. My money went way further at the bigger chain, and I found cool stuff.

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I bought my standard weekly groceries at Trader Joe's and Walmart.

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