The great debate: dried beans vs. canned beans for cheap meals
I keep seeing people in this community swear by canned beans for budget cooking, and I get it, they're fast. But in my experience, a one-pound bag of dried beans costs about $1.50 and makes the same amount as three or four cans that would run you $3 to $4. That's a big savings over a month if you use beans a lot. On the other hand, canned beans save time and don't need planning ahead, which matters when you're tired after work. I've been buying dried pintos for the last six months and just soak a batch on Sunday, then simmer them while I watch TV. Am I missing something about canned beans, or do others here think the extra prep is worth the cash? What's your take on this?