Frugal Cooking For Families: Recipes And Meal Planning Ideas To Save Money On Food -

For staples like flour, sugar, canned tomatoes, and spices, the "generic" version is often identical to the name brand.

To keep costs low, build your pantry around ingredients that are shelf-stable, versatile, and pennies per serving: For staples like flour, sugar, canned tomatoes, and

Sauté frozen peas, carrots, and any wilting veggies with soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. It’s faster and cheaper than takeout. Slow Cooker Lentil Bolognese For staples like flour