From orange chicken to mini ice cream cones, you can get these tasty and satisfying meals, snacks, and desserts from Trader Joe's for five dollars or less.

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.

Before you run to the store for more boxed mac and cheese, consider this easy pasta recipe using just two popular ingredients from Trader Joe's.