7. Kirkland Signature Bacon: When Bulk Makes Sense
Like many refrigerated items at Costco, the Kirkland Signature Sliced Bacon comes in a package that can seem comically large: four individual one-pound packs. For many households, this is an immediate turn-off. But just like with nuts, the freezer is your ally.
Bacon freezes exceptionally well. The Kirkland packaging is already divided into four manageable portions. You can place three of the sealed one-pound packs directly into the freezer. They will last for months. This strategy turns a bulk purchase into a convenient, long-term supply, bought at a superior unit price.
The quality is also consistently high. It’s a thick-cut bacon that cooks evenly and has a good meat-to-fat ratio. When you compare the per-pound price to the often-shrunken packages at a typical grocery store, the value is clear. Many national brands have quietly reduced their standard bacon packages from 16 ounces to 12 ounces—a classic case of shrinkflation. If a 12-ounce pack costs $6.99 (58 cents per ounce) and the four-pound Kirkland pack costs $17.99 (28 cents per ounce), the savings are, once again, over 50%.
To use from frozen, you can either thaw a pack in the refrigerator overnight or, if you’re in a hurry, carefully separate the frozen slices with a butter knife. This simple habit—buy in bulk, portion, and freeze—is one of the most effective strategies for maximizing the best deals at Costco. It applies to bacon, butter, bread, and cheese. It requires a small amount of upfront effort but pays significant dividends over time by locking in a low unit price and reducing trips to the store.
