Found a way to make a whole week of lunches for about $12

I was really broke after paying my car insurance, so I grabbed a bag of dried beans, a big can of crushed tomatoes, and some spices I already had. I made a huge pot of bean soup that lasted me five work days straight (it got better each day, honestly). What's your favorite 'one pot wonder' recipe that stretches your food budget?

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robinson.adam7mo ago

What's better than cheap soup?

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richard2147mo ago

Honestly, cheap soup is pretty hard to beat.

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carter.ben6mo ago

How did you keep the beans from getting mushy by day five? I used to avoid bean soup because I thought it would be boring, but adding a smoked turkey leg while it cooks changed my mind. The flavor gets deeper every day and the meat makes it feel like a real meal.

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