To have a cut, pre-washed bag of greens is a luxury that many cooks today might take for granted. Before such an invention, one had to chop the head, rinse the leaves, rinse them again (and maybe again), and then dry them using either the slow ‘air-dry’ technique—or far too many paper towels. So… let us give thanks for bagged lettuce—specifically Trader Joe’s Organic Romaine & Chicory Blend.

This Blend pairs crisp leaves of Organic Romaine with two members of the somewhat bitter (in flavor, not attitude) Chicory family—namely frilly, green Organic frisée (also known as curly endive) and sturdy leaves of burgundy-red, white-veined Organic radicchio. Their peppery, slightly spicy notes are pleasantly balanced by cool and crisp Romaine leaves. When combined, this Organic Blend of greens makes for a fast, fresh base for your favorite salad, and lends a thrilling counterpoint of texture when paired with rich, savory foods—think crisp bacon and a poached egg or sautéed Shawarma Chicken Thighs. For added drama, drizzle them with Balsamic Vinaigrette and pile atop a Mushroom & Truffle Flatbread Pizza with abandon.