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Pasta isn't the cheap option it used to be in my area.

I've seen the cost of dried pasta rise a lot lately. It was my favorite for budget meals. Now I need new ideas for filling, low-cost dishes. What are your go-to ingredients when money is tight? I hope this isn't just happening here.
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wesleyj19
wesleyj191mo ago
Yeah my buddy Dan was just saying this last week. He used to make pasta like four nights a week, but his grocery bill got crazy. Now he buys big bags of lentils and dry beans, the kind you have to soak. He makes a huge pot of soup with whatever veggies are on sale, like carrots and potatoes, and it lasts him days. Says it's even cheaper than pasta used to be.
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finley_shah64
Totally agree with @wesleyj19's buddy... rice is my new staple.
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seanc73
seanc731mo ago
Seriously, how much extra time does your buddy's bean-soaking method really add, @wesleyj19?
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oliver855
oliver8551mo ago
Seeing pasta prices climb is frustrating for sure. @wesleyj19's friend Dan has the right idea with lentils and dry beans. My own go-to is eggs and potatoes, which are still affordable here. A big frittata with some cheese and veggies makes a filling dinner without breaking the bank.
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