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Now, you might be thinking, Big Lots?
But the discount retailer is a gold mine for budget-friendly food shopping.
Were talking name brands and hidden gems that are easy on your wallet.
Here are the top grocery items to buy at Big Lots with a $50 budget.
Itll keep your pantry stocked and your taste buds happy.
Heres what to buy at Big Lotswith a $50 grocery budget.
Crystal Geyser Natural Alpine Spring Water, 24-Pack
First things first, its time to hydrate.
This 24-pack of spring water is a steal at about $0.17 per bottle.
Victor Allens Colombian Medium Roast 42-Pack Brew Cups
Coffee lovers, this ones for you.
At about $0.34 per cup, its like your favorite barista moved into your kitchen.
(Without the awkward small talk!)
This chunky soup fits the bill.
Its like a warm hug in a bowl.
StarKist Chunk Light Tuna, Four-Pack
Tuna is the unsung hero ofquick, cheap meals.
Sandwiches, salads, casseroles this stuff is versatile.
And at this price?
You might want to grab two packs.
Just add water, and boom dinners ready.
Stauffers Gingersnap Cookies
Because sometimes, you need a cookie.
Quaker Whole Grain Quick One-Minute Oats
Breakfast of champions right here.
Add some fruit, maybe a drizzle of honey, and youre good to go.
Your heart will thank you.
Your wallet already is.
Kraft Original Flavor Macaroni and Cheese Dinner
Its not fancy, but its comforting.
And sometimes, thats exactly what you need.
At this price, grab a couple.
You know, for emergencies.
Welchs Lemonade Giant Freeze Pops, 27-Count
Remember being a kid and hearing the ice cream truck?
These give you that same feeling, minus the overpriced novelties.
Blue Ribbon Extra Long Grain Enriched Rice
Rice is like the duct tape of the food world.
It fixes everything and goes with anything.
At this price, its practically stealing.
Adding It All Up
So adding it all up, we have the following items.
That comes out to a total of $47.10.
A cart full of groceries for just over $47.
That leaves you some wiggle room for tax or maybe an extra box of mac and cheese.
You know, for those really rough days when only Kraft will do!
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