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At just over a dollar, thispenne pastais an easy base for plenty of filling options.
Marinara Sauce
Nothing dresses up pasta like a jar ofmarinara sauce.
It can also be used in wraps, as a dip for veggies or as a base for casseroles.
Yellow Onions
A bag ofyellow onionsadds flavor to just about any dish.
Use them in a veggie stir fry, soups or even roasted.
Onions pack a punch for both taste and nutrition without denting the budget.
Baby Peeled Carrots
Snacks, sides or soups baby carrotsbring versatility.
Roast, add to soups or eat raw for a crunchy snack.
Make an easy bean and veggie wrap or add them to veggie soups for a bit of heartiness.
Split Top Wheat Bread
Bread is a daily go-to for sandwiches or toast.
Flour Tortillas
Tortillasare another budget-friendly base.
Roll up a bean and veggie wrap with added spinach or use them for breakfast burritos filled with leftovers.
Bananas
Bananasare cheap and full of nutrients, making them an ideal snack or addition to oats.
Slice them onto bread with peanut butter or mix into smoothies.
Rolled Oats
A warm, filling breakfast that goes a long way.
Pair it with veggies and serve with beans or another protein for a satisfying meal that stretches.
Bagged Spinach
Spinachis nutrient-rich and works well in wraps, as a side or in pasta dishes.
Saute it with a bit of garlic as a simple side or toss into pasta or salads.
Canned Tomatoes
Cannedtomatoesadd fresh flavor to soups and sauces.
Theyre perfect for a veggie and bean soup or to add into pasta and casseroles.
Frozen Blueberries
A burst of antioxidants and natural sweetness, frozenblueberriesare great in breakfast oats or smoothies.
Instant Mashed Potatoes
Thesemashed potatoesare quick, easy and filling.
Dress them up with some seasoning or pair with roasted veggies for a comfort-food-inspired meal.
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