From anchor ingredients to discount racks, a food writer shares how she cooks well without overspending
From anchor ingredients to discount racks, a food writer shares how she cooks well without overspending
Senior Food Editor
Published
May 22, 2026 12:00PM (EDT)
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How planning meals, stretching ingredients and baking something sweet can make a no-spend week feel generous
A no-spend week of pastina, shakshuka and pantry alchemy
From savvy meal planning to boxes of wonky veg, discover easy ways to cut your weekly grocery bill without sacrificing flavour.
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