Trader Joe’s is beloved for its unique snacks, heat-and-eat mains and ever-rotating offerings. While I’m intrigued by new products (have you seen the chocolate coffee-flavored granola?!), there are some TJ’s mainstays that I add to my tote bag time and time again—and the same goes for our editors.

Trader Joe's is known for its frozen meals to many people, so we decided to try out as many of the brand's frozen pasta dishes we could find and rank them.

Inspired by the viral lobster bisque pasta, we've rounded up five easy ways to hack common Trader Joe’s items. From salad kits to refrigerated soups and beans, here's how to pull together an upgraded dinner or snack in no time at all.