At Costco, we’re always seeking ways to add value to your membership. That’s the spirit behind our products and our services. And that’s the spirit behind this new book, Creative Cooking The Costco Way. We’re delighted to offer you a copy as a way of saying thanks for your loyal membership.

As you might expect from Costco, Creative Cooking The Costco Way has a heavy emphasis on quality and value—whether it is what you buy or what you serve. Just as in our warehouses, the focus here is on the essentials, starting with breakfast and ending with dessert, all presented in fresh ways.

And, just as in our warehouses, there is always an unexpected treasure to be discovered, such as our special “Chef’s Choice” section on page 68. We’ve also included recipes for appetizers, beverages, soups and salads and more, with the common themes being easy preparation and a great result.

You’ll see from the recipes how easy it is to add creative touches to Costco products to make them “home-made.” Your family and friends will be very impressed with your efforts!

This book has been made possible through the support of Costco’s many suppliers. These are the same vendors who work so closely with our Costco buyers to constantly improve the quality and value of the food products we sell. At our request, they have come up with some great ways to prepare their specialties, all with an emphasis on creativity, simplicity and ease in the kitchen.

Costco has a long tradition as an innovator in food retailing, and we hope you will enjoy these recipes using some of our favorite products.

Bon appétit!

Ginnie Roeglin, Senior Vice President, E-commerce and Publishing