There’s nothing quite like the feeling of finally getting your shopping list finished, everything ticked off the list and walking away with your prized shopping bags.

But have you ever stopped and wondered if you were getting the best deal? And are you paying too much for that broccoli?

It’s no surprise that broccoli is one of the most popular vegetables purchased by Australian households each year, with 68 per cent of households buying an average of 397 grams per shopping trip.

But lately, inflation has been making it increasingly expensive–leading desperate shoppers to snap off the broccoli florets from the stem to ensure they get their money’s worth.

In response, discount retailer Costco has decided to only sell broccoli florets–unfortunately, at a much higher cost than its rival ALDI.

Members, here’s the price breakdown according to a 9honey money analysis: Costco sells ‘broccoli florets’ in bags of 750 grams for $8.00, whereas ALDI sells it in bunches for $2.79 per kilo. In terms of unit price, this vegetable costs $11.98 per kilo at Costco, $9.19 more than ALDI!

Broccoli florets prices at Costco and ALDI have a considerable difference. Credit: Tyrrell Fitness And Nutrition/Unsplash

For families looking to save money, a more affordable option is purchasing frozen broccoli florets at either Coles or Woolworths.

Coles is selling them for $5.98 per kilo, and Woolies is selling them for $6.00 per kilo.

Frozen broccoli florets cost $6 per kilo at Woolies. Credit: Woolworths

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But before you reach for the nearest bunch of broccoli from your local supermarket, consider this: does your family need a kilo of broccoli a week? It pays to check what you’re buying carefully before you head to the checkout.

When purchasing your broccoli, keep these other questions in mind:

• Do you need broccoli florets, or will bunches, with the stems still on, work too?
• Where was it grown?
• How much stock is waiting to be sold?
• Will your family consume a full bag before it spoils?

Your answer to these questions will ultimately help decide whether you’re getting the best deal out of your broccoli.

For those looking to save money, consider buying a bunch of broccoli with stems still attached instead of florets alone. Then, when you get home, chop the stems off and freeze them for later use. This way, you get to keep all the goodness of the broccoli without paying an arm and a leg.

Key Takeaways

• The price of broccoli has become a point of contention among shoppers, with a recent analysis revealing Costco selling 'broccoli florets' at a significantly higher price compared to ALDI's broccoli bunches.
  
• It appears Costco's customers prefer broccoli without stems, influencing their decision to sell only broccoli florets.
  
• Price comparisons highlighted that ALDI sells broccoli for $2.79 per kilo, whereas Costco sells 'broccoli florets' in bags of 750 grams for $8.00–equivalent to $11.98 per kilo.
  
• Customers looking to save money when buying broccoli should consider ways to utilise the whole vegetable, including the stems, in their cooking.
  

So, next time you’re mindlessly flicking through your shopping list without thinking about how much you’ll pay for it, consider all the factors and decide whether it’s worth it!

Be sure to share this article with your family and friends so they can get the ‘scoop’ on getting the best deal for broccoli too. Do you have a preference between broccoli with or without stems when shopping? Maybe you can even share tips on how to make use of the vegetable—let us know below!

 

[Jennylolo]

cut and bagged is always dearer. Why haven't they compared to unpacked at Costco- deception

 

[Singomate]

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of finally getting your shopping list finished, everything ticked off the list and walking away with your prized shopping bags.

But have you ever stopped and wondered if you were getting the best deal? And are you paying too much for that broccoli?

It’s no surprise that broccoli is one of the most popular vegetables purchased by Australian households each year, with 68 per cent of households buying an average of 397 grams per shopping trip.

But lately, inflation has been making it increasingly expensive–leading desperate shoppers to snap off the broccoli florets from the stem to ensure they get their money’s worth.

In response, discount retailer Costco has decided to only sell broccoli florets–unfortunately, at a much higher cost than its rival ALDI.

Members, here’s the price breakdown according to a 9honey money analysis: Costco sells ‘broccoli florets’ in bags of 750 grams for $8.00, whereas ALDI sells it in bunches for $2.79 per kilo. In terms of unit price, this vegetable costs $11.98 per kilo at Costco, $9.19 more than ALDI!

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Broccoli florets prices at Costco and ALDI have a considerable difference. Credit: Tyrrell Fitness And Nutrition/Unsplash

For families looking to save money, a more affordable option is purchasing frozen broccoli florets at either Coles or Woolworths.

Coles is selling them for $5.98 per kilo, and Woolies is selling them for $6.00 per kilo.

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Frozen broccoli florets cost $6 per kilo at Woolies. Credit: Woolworths

​

But before you reach for the nearest bunch of broccoli from your local supermarket, consider this: does your family need a kilo of broccoli a week? It pays to check what you’re buying carefully before you head to the checkout.

When purchasing your broccoli, keep these other questions in mind:

• Do you need broccoli florets, or will bunches, with the stems still on, work too?
• Where was it grown?
• How much stock is waiting to be sold?
• Will your family consume a full bag before it spoils?

Your answer to these questions will ultimately help decide whether you’re getting the best deal out of your broccoli.

For those looking to save money, consider buying a bunch of broccoli with stems still attached instead of florets alone. Then, when you get home, chop the stems off and freeze them for later use. This way, you get to keep all the goodness of the broccoli without paying an arm and a leg.

Key Takeaways

• The price of broccoli has become a point of contention among shoppers, with a recent analysis revealing Costco selling 'broccoli florets' at a significantly higher price compared to ALDI's broccoli bunches.
• It appears Costco's customers prefer broccoli without stems, influencing their decision to sell only broccoli florets.
• Price comparisons highlighted that ALDI sells broccoli for $2.79 per kilo, whereas Costco sells 'broccoli florets' in bags of 750 grams for $8.00–equivalent to $11.98 per kilo.
• Customers looking to save money when buying broccoli should consider ways to utilise the whole vegetable, including the stems, in their cooking.

So, next time you’re mindlessly flicking through your shopping list without thinking about how much you’ll pay for it, consider all the factors and decide whether it’s worth it!

Be sure to share this article with your family and friends so they can get the ‘scoop’ on getting the best deal for broccoli too. Do you have a preference between broccoli with or without stems when shopping? Maybe you can even share tips on how to make use of the vegetable—let us know below!

BROCCOLI STEMS
Cut into julienne size pour boiling water drop in chicken stock cube, you now have high fibre Veggie, and it tastes nice, make sure to simmer for 5mins.

 

[Ricki]

BROCCOLI STEMS
Cut into julienne size pour boiling water drop in chicken stock cube, you now have high fibre Veggie, and it tastes nice, make sure to simmer for 5mins.

Great in stir fries. I find the stem is great in stews etc as well. Still get the taste but it doesn't turn to mush like the head does . Glad to know I'm not the only one using the stem

 

[Tomwom]

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of finally getting your shopping list finished, everything ticked off the list and walking away with your prized shopping bags.

But have you ever stopped and wondered if you were getting the best deal? And are you paying too much for that broccoli?

It’s no surprise that broccoli is one of the most popular vegetables purchased by Australian households each year, with 68 per cent of households buying an average of 397 grams per shopping trip.

But lately, inflation has been making it increasingly expensive–leading desperate shoppers to snap off the broccoli florets from the stem to ensure they get their money’s worth.

In response, discount retailer Costco has decided to only sell broccoli florets–unfortunately, at a much higher cost than its rival ALDI.

Members, here’s the price breakdown according to a 9honey money analysis: Costco sells ‘broccoli florets’ in bags of 750 grams for $8.00, whereas ALDI sells it in bunches for $2.79 per kilo. In terms of unit price, this vegetable costs $11.98 per kilo at Costco, $9.19 more than ALDI!

View attachment 27665

Broccoli florets prices at Costco and ALDI have a considerable difference. Credit: Tyrrell Fitness And Nutrition/Unsplash

For families looking to save money, a more affordable option is purchasing frozen broccoli florets at either Coles or Woolworths.

Coles is selling them for $5.98 per kilo, and Woolies is selling them for $6.00 per kilo.

View attachment 27667

Frozen broccoli florets cost $6 per kilo at Woolies. Credit: Woolworths

​

But before you reach for the nearest bunch of broccoli from your local supermarket, consider this: does your family need a kilo of broccoli a week? It pays to check what you’re buying carefully before you head to the checkout.

When purchasing your broccoli, keep these other questions in mind:

• Do you need broccoli florets, or will bunches, with the stems still on, work too?
• Where was it grown?
• How much stock is waiting to be sold?
• Will your family consume a full bag before it spoils?

Your answer to these questions will ultimately help decide whether you’re getting the best deal out of your broccoli.

For those looking to save money, consider buying a bunch of broccoli with stems still attached instead of florets alone. Then, when you get home, chop the stems off and freeze them for later use. This way, you get to keep all the goodness of the broccoli without paying an arm and a leg.

Key Takeaways

• The price of broccoli has become a point of contention among shoppers, with a recent analysis revealing Costco selling 'broccoli florets' at a significantly higher price compared to ALDI's broccoli bunches.
• It appears Costco's customers prefer broccoli without stems, influencing their decision to sell only broccoli florets.
• Price comparisons highlighted that ALDI sells broccoli for $2.79 per kilo, whereas Costco sells 'broccoli florets' in bags of 750 grams for $8.00–equivalent to $11.98 per kilo.
• Customers looking to save money when buying broccoli should consider ways to utilise the whole vegetable, including the stems, in their cooking.

So, next time you’re mindlessly flicking through your shopping list without thinking about how much you’ll pay for it, consider all the factors and decide whether it’s worth it!

Be sure to share this article with your family and friends so they can get the ‘scoop’ on getting the best deal for broccoli too. Do you have a preference between broccoli with or without stems when shopping? Maybe you can even share tips on how to make use of the vegetable—let us know below!

 

[Argie]

Great in stir fries. I find the stem is great in stews etc as well. Still get the taste but it doesn't turn to mush like the head does . Glad to know I'm not the only one using the stem

I cut up the stems with carrots and boil them.I then mash this and its an alternative to having mashed potatoes some nights

 

[gordon1940]

Great in stir fries. I find the stem is great in stews etc as well. Still get the taste but it doesn't turn to mush like the head does . Glad to know I'm not the only one using the stem

Broccoli is MADE for Stir Fries, especially the stems.

 

[Ricki]

I cut up the stems with carrots and boil them.I then mash this and its an alternative to having mashed potatoes some nights

That's a great idea thanks for that

 

[Lesle]

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of finally getting your shopping list finished, everything ticked off the list and walking away with your prized shopping bags.

But have you ever stopped and wondered if you were getting the best deal? And are you paying too much for that broccoli?

It’s no surprise that broccoli is one of the most popular vegetables purchased by Australian households each year, with 68 per cent of households buying an average of 397 grams per shopping trip.

But lately, inflation has been making it increasingly expensive–leading desperate shoppers to snap off the broccoli florets from the stem to ensure they get their money’s worth.

In response, discount retailer Costco has decided to only sell broccoli florets–unfortunately, at a much higher cost than its rival ALDI.

Members, here’s the price breakdown according to a 9honey money analysis: Costco sells ‘broccoli florets’ in bags of 750 grams for $8.00, whereas ALDI sells it in bunches for $2.79 per kilo. In terms of unit price, this vegetable costs $11.98 per kilo at Costco, $9.19 more than ALDI!

View attachment 27665

Broccoli florets prices at Costco and ALDI have a considerable difference. Credit: Tyrrell Fitness And Nutrition/Unsplash

For families looking to save money, a more affordable option is purchasing frozen broccoli florets at either Coles or Woolworths.

Coles is selling them for $5.98 per kilo, and Woolies is selling them for $6.00 per kilo.

View attachment 27667

Frozen broccoli florets cost $6 per kilo at Woolies. Credit: Woolworths

​

But before you reach for the nearest bunch of broccoli from your local supermarket, consider this: does your family need a kilo of broccoli a week? It pays to check what you’re buying carefully before you head to the checkout.

When purchasing your broccoli, keep these other questions in mind:

• Do you need broccoli florets, or will bunches, with the stems still on, work too?
• Where was it grown?
• How much stock is waiting to be sold?
• Will your family consume a full bag before it spoils?

Your answer to these questions will ultimately help decide whether you’re getting the best deal out of your broccoli.

For those looking to save money, consider buying a bunch of broccoli with stems still attached instead of florets alone. Then, when you get home, chop the stems off and freeze them for later use. This way, you get to keep all the goodness of the broccoli without paying an arm and a leg.

Key Takeaways

• The price of broccoli has become a point of contention among shoppers, with a recent analysis revealing Costco selling 'broccoli florets' at a significantly higher price compared to ALDI's broccoli bunches.
• It appears Costco's customers prefer broccoli without stems, influencing their decision to sell only broccoli florets.
• Price comparisons highlighted that ALDI sells broccoli for $2.79 per kilo, whereas Costco sells 'broccoli florets' in bags of 750 grams for $8.00–equivalent to $11.98 per kilo.
• Customers looking to save money when buying broccoli should consider ways to utilise the whole vegetable, including the stems, in their cooking.

So, next time you’re mindlessly flicking through your shopping list without thinking about how much you’ll pay for it, consider all the factors and decide whether it’s worth it!

Be sure to share this article with your family and friends so they can get the ‘scoop’ on getting the best deal for broccoli too. Do you have a preference between broccoli with or without stems when shopping? Maybe you can even share tips on how to make use of the vegetable—let us know below!

The stems of broccoli can be sliced like you do with carrots and celery, and eaten with a dip, delicious

 

[Shane/#]

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of finally getting your shopping list finished, everything ticked off the list and walking away with your prized shopping bags.

But have you ever stopped and wondered if you were getting the best deal? And are you paying too much for that broccoli?

It’s no surprise that broccoli is one of the most popular vegetables purchased by Australian households each year, with 68 per cent of households buying an average of 397 grams per shopping trip.

But lately, inflation has been making it increasingly expensive–leading desperate shoppers to snap off the broccoli florets from the stem to ensure they get their money’s worth.

In response, discount retailer Costco has decided to only sell broccoli florets–unfortunately, at a much higher cost than its rival ALDI.

Members, here’s the price breakdown according to a 9honey money analysis: Costco sells ‘broccoli florets’ in bags of 750 grams for $8.00, whereas ALDI sells it in bunches for $2.79 per kilo. In terms of unit price, this vegetable costs $11.98 per kilo at Costco, $9.19 more than ALDI!

View attachment 27665

Broccoli florets prices at Costco and ALDI have a considerable difference. Credit: Tyrrell Fitness And Nutrition/Unsplash

For families looking to save money, a more affordable option is purchasing frozen broccoli florets at either Coles or Woolworths.

Coles is selling them for $5.98 per kilo, and Woolies is selling them for $6.00 per kilo.

View attachment 27667

Frozen broccoli florets cost $6 per kilo at Woolies. Credit: Woolworths

​

But before you reach for the nearest bunch of broccoli from your local supermarket, consider this: does your family need a kilo of broccoli a week? It pays to check what you’re buying carefully before you head to the checkout.

When purchasing your broccoli, keep these other questions in mind:

• Do you need broccoli florets, or will bunches, with the stems still on, work too?
• Where was it grown?
• How much stock is waiting to be sold?
• Will your family consume a full bag before it spoils?

Your answer to these questions will ultimately help decide whether you’re getting the best deal out of your broccoli.

For those looking to save money, consider buying a bunch of broccoli with stems still attached instead of florets alone. Then, when you get home, chop the stems off and freeze them for later use. This way, you get to keep all the goodness of the broccoli without paying an arm and a leg.

Key Takeaways

• The price of broccoli has become a point of contention among shoppers, with a recent analysis revealing Costco selling 'broccoli florets' at a significantly higher price compared to ALDI's broccoli bunches.
• It appears Costco's customers prefer broccoli without stems, influencing their decision to sell only broccoli florets.
• Price comparisons highlighted that ALDI sells broccoli for $2.79 per kilo, whereas Costco sells 'broccoli florets' in bags of 750 grams for $8.00–equivalent to $11.98 per kilo.
• Customers looking to save money when buying broccoli should consider ways to utilise the whole vegetable, including the stems, in their cooking.

So, next time you’re mindlessly flicking through your shopping list without thinking about how much you’ll pay for it, consider all the factors and decide whether it’s worth it!

Be sure to share this article with your family and friends so they can get the ‘scoop’ on getting the best deal for broccoli too. Do you have a preference between broccoli with or without stems when shopping? Maybe you can even share tips on how to make use of the vegetable—let us know below!

You can use the whole broccoli steam and all