Working for the grocer also meant the inevitable changing of the seasons and discontinuing of some beloved favorites.

Marinated Quartered Artichokes

There are many days where I eat these briny, herby artichokes straight from the jar.

These particular marinated artichokes (and I have tried many!)

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have that perfect balance between the zip of the vinaigrette and richness from the olive oil.

Whatever you do, do not drain the liquid gold marinade!

But don’t stop at just tossing these with the kung pao sauce provided.

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I love whipping up a quick buttery Buffalo sauce to coat these florets for a lighter game-day-style snack.

Grainless Granola

I’m someone who loves adding a hint of salt to all of my sweets.

But this salty-sweetGrainless Granolamakes me more than happy to take a break from my usual homemade mix.

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I almost can’t believe there are no oats or other grains in this hearty, delicately sweet granola.

You might start finding yourself, like me, eating this granola right out of the bag.

But this Pastrami-Style Smoked Atlantic Salmon helps me make tastylox bagelsat home with each smoky bite.

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Sesame Honey Cashews

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What sets this rice apart is its range of surprising textures and flavors.

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