It is possible to eat well without spending a fortune. Here is how I do it.

Check your pantry before you shop. Buy only what you need to avoid food waste.

Stock up on rice, beans, and grains. They are cheap, filling, and store for months.

They are affordable, nutritious, and won't spoil in your fridge before you use them.

Roasted veggies and sausage make for an easy, low-cost meal with almost no cleanup.

Add beans or lentils to meat dishes to make them last for two meals instead of one.

Don't throw food away. Pack it for lunch or freeze it for a busy night.

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